57th year, No. 26 Truck strike scheduled for July 8 to July 13 As of press time, a truck strike was scheduled for Sunday, July 8 through Friday, July 13. Before Sunday, personnel are reminded to fill up gas tanks, top off bombola gas, and stock up on necessary items like prescription drugs and diapers. For more information, see the Base Notes section on page 2.
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Festa Americana celebrates U.S. independence
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Distract yourself from the heat with local events Pages 4-5
Earth, glaze and fire: Making ceramic works of art in Gaeta Page 6
Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band performs the Italian and American national anthems during the opening ceremonies at the Festa Americana June 30. The event at Carney Park celebrated America's Independence Day. (U.S. Navy photos by MC3 Josh Bennett)
Despite heat, 4th of July festival at Carney Park draws a sizeable crowd By Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor
Petty officers form bond during chief training
Thousands of members of the Naples military community and their guests gathered at Carney Park Saturday and Sunday for the Festa Americana, a twoday event celebrating the United States’ Independence Day. The festival, sponsored by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), featured a softball tournament, food vendors, carnival rides, dancing and musical performances. Stage acts during the two-day festival included the American Idols Armed Forces Entertainment Tour, Cartel, the Kelly Bell Band, the Willy Pete Band and other favorite local entertainers. see FESTA AMERICANA Page 13
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Fireworks lit up the sky Sunday at the Festa Americana. (Photo by Enzo Buono)
Register now to vote November 6 From the Voting Assistance Office
With the Nov. 6 general election around the corner, time is running out to register to vote. Voting is a fundamental principle upon which our nation was founded, and sailors can play a direct role in their government by casting a vote. June 28 through July 7 has been designated as Armed Forces Voters Week and Overseas Voters Week. As part of Armed Forces Voters Week, the Naval Support Activity Naples Voting Assistance Office will have information booths set up from 9 a.m. to noon today and again from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 7 outside the Navy Exchange at the Support Site. Sailors, their eligible dependents, and cit-
izens overseas who want to register to vote should complete their Federal Post Card Application (SF-76). You can complete your Federal Post Card Application by visiting http://www.fvap.gov, printing the completed form and then mailing it to your local election office, postage paid. The Federal Post Card Application should be received by election officials at least forty-five days before Election Day. This allows ample time to process the request and mail the ballot to the voter. Be sure to notify your election official of any change of address by submitting the Federal Post Card Application. Under normal circumstances, most states and territories begin mailing ballots to citizens 30 to 45 days before an election. If
you have not received your ballot two weeks before the election, you should contact your local election office and submit the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (also known as the “Emergency Ballot”). Always execute and return your absentee ballot regardless of when you receive it. Court decisions sometimes require the counting of ballots that were received late. For more information, e-mail VOTINGNSANAPLES@eu.navy.mil or stop by the Voting Assistance Office, located in room 254 of the Admin I building at Capodichino. Office hours are Tuesdays between 9 and 11 a.m. and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. The Voting Assistance Office serves all U.S. citizens who have normal access to the installation.
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Happy Friday, everyone! After power outages early this week, Mirabella was able to restore power to all housing units on Tuesday evening. Thanks to all for your patience. The problems were initiated by an off-base power issue that affected the base and the Teverola warehouse. This issue also affected some of our on-base equipment. Mirabella worked diligently throughout the event, recalibrating an affected control panel and replacing a faulty transformer. Mirabella also has scheduled the replacement of degraded terminals. There is no scheduled power interruption for the replacement of the terminals. Mirabella and the Public Works Department are reviewing the status of all equipment to ensure there are no additional problems. There may be additional maintenance required, but we do not expect any more interruptions, and we have backup generators available should we require them. Thanks to the Public Works Department and Mirabella personnel who have been working nonstop since Monday to get this problem rectified. Remember that not only are we in peak demand season, with everyone's air conditioners running full tilt both on and off base, but also that the power grid here is prone to more instability than we may be used to in the United States (although the East Coast has been experiencing the worst outages in years). We also haven't had an unexpected outage like this in more than ten months, and have not had any instances of damaged personal electronics by residents since the upgrades were conducted last fall. I realize this is of little solace when your power is out and it is hot and uncomfortable. We take these outages seriously and I am now more intimately familiar with many of the bases’ electrical substations than I ever dreamed I might be. Look for updates via Facebook, PAO Notes and Panorama as more information becomes available. Finally, power outages regularly require Mirabella to reset both air conditioners and hot water heaters. If you're experiencing any issues, put in a trouble call with the housing office to get them fixed. Thanks, again, for your patience. The big topic this week is the truck strike currently set to begin Sunday and run all week from July 8 to 13. When we experienced a truck strike earlier this year, the results were disrupted traffic, a cessation of deliveries of goods and services, and shortages in gasoline and bombola gas to some residents. Most gas stations were out of fuel by mid-week. There shouldn’t be much demand for bombola gas in this heat, but it’s best to prepare for the worst case scenario and be part of the solution. Fill up your gas tanks, top off your bombola gas, stock up on necessary items like prescription drugs, and plan on carpooling or taking the bus to work from the Support Site. Be ready before Sunday. Some roadways and exits were blocked last time, specifically at the Caserta toll booth on the A1, at several spots along the SS7, and on the Tangenziale in the Pozzuoli and Licola areas. Make sure you know alternate routes before leaving no matter where you live, and minimize your driving to conserve as much fuel as possible. Consider storing some gas in approved fuel storage containers, but please do so safely (you can’t do it in base housing). Again, plan for the worst and be part of the solution. We’ll be sure to keep the community informed via the normal emergency communication channels of PAO notes, Facebook and Twitter, the Command Desktop Notification System, and AFN. Thanks to everyone who came out to the Festa Americana last weekend. It was a smaller crowd than the last few years, and that was by design. I think it was more enjoyable this year due to the slightly smaller crowds, and everyone who went seemed to be having a fantastic time. I know numerous organizations used the event as a fundraising opportunity, and the word has it they were very successful. I’d like to also thank all those people from the various departments and commands who came together to make the event happen. That includes all the great folks at Morale, Welfare and Recreation; Navy Entertainment; Armed Forces Entertainment; our numerous sponsors; the security, safety and legal offices; medical personnel; and the private organizations and other volunteers. Job very well done, everyone. Tomorrow wraps up Armed Forces Voters Week and Overseas Voters Week, and you’ve probably seen one of the booths that my Voting Assistance Office (VAO) has set up around the Support Site or Capodichino. Voting is a fundamental principle upon which our nation was founded, and you can play a direct role in our government by casting a vote. Don’t miss out on that chance. Go to fvap.gov and register now, before it’s too late to vote in the general election. For more information, send an email to the VAO at VOTING-NSANAPLES@eu.navy.mil. I hope this weekend finds you well. I’ll end with a quote I read earlier this week: “Life is like a grindstone — whether it grinds you down or polishes you up depends on what you're made of.” Have a great weekend!
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Truck strike scheduled for July 8-13
By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer
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Currently a truck strike is set to begin Sunday, July 8 and run through Friday, July 13. Previous truck strikes have disrupted traffic, stopped deliveries of goods and services, and blocked some roadways. During the last weeklong strike, many gas stations were out of fuel by mid-week, and bombola gas couldn't be delivered. Personnel are reminded to fill gas tanks, top off bombola gas, stock up on necessary items like prescription drugs and diapers, and plan on carpooling or taking the shuttle bus to work. Research alternate routes. Minimize your driving to conserve as much fuel as possible. Consider storing some gas in approved fuel storage containers, but please do so safely (fuel cannot be stored in base housing). Look for updates via the normal emergency communication channels of PAO notes, Facebook and Twitter, the Command Desktop Notification System, and AFN.
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Aug. 15-16 In this workshop you will have an opportunity to explore your experiences with and your attitudes about suicide. You will also have an opportunity to better understand the needs of a person at risk of suicide and learn how to use suicide first-aid to meet those needs. If you are interested in attending the ASIST workshop Aug. 15 to 16 or if you have any questions, please call the CREDO office at 081-5685255.
Limited services at hospital and Capodichino clinic July 10, 11 U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and the Capodichino clinic will be closed the morning of July 10 and all day on July 11, except for emergencies and emergency transport services. The closures are due to U.S. Naval Hospital Naples’ change of command and the visit of the Surgeon General.
USO offers family trip to Science City July 17 Enjoy this great summer weather and take your children on an amazing adventure to Science City Tuesday, July 17. This interactive museum has plenty of activities and interactive shows for children of all ages. This special program, partially offset by the USO Naples, is offered at the price of €10 per person, which includes transportation, entrance fee and a USO group leader. Seats are limited. Sign up today by calling the USO Naples at 081-5685713 or 081-811-4903.
Forgotten Treasures Thrift Store bag sale July 6-7 U.S. military ID card holders are invited to come to the Forgotten Treasures Thrift store July 6 and July 7 and pay only $5 for whatever they can stuff in a bag. The bag sales will take place Friday, July 6 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. Customers are asked to bring their own bags, if possible.
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Girl Scouts Summer Carnival set for July 21 The Naples area Girl Scouts will hold a summer carnival Saturday, July 21 in the Naples Elementary School cafeteria from 3 to 6 p.m. The event will include games and food. All are welcome to attend. The Girl Scouts are also looking for volunteers to help with the event. If you would like to volunteer, please e-mail naplesgirlscouts@usagso-na.org.
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Panorama July 6, 2012 Capt. Scott Gray, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, presents an Italian law enforcement officer with a certificate recognizing his completion of an English class at NSA Naples.
Italian officials, police learn English at NSA Naples Story and photo by Maria De Blasio NSA Naples community liaison
Since 2007, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples has sponsored English classes for Italian government officials and members of Italian law enforcement agencies, including the Carabinieri, Polizia di Stato and Guardia di Finanza. This year’s English
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classes ran from January 2012 through June 2012. To commemorate the end of six months of instruction, the students were recently presented with certificates of attendance by Capt. Scott Gray, commanding officer of NSA Naples. After receiving their certificates, the students enjoyed bowling and burgers at the Support Site bowling alley.
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‘Gomorra’ author lends name to asteroid The International Astronomical Union has named an asteroid after the Italian journalist and writer Roberto Saviano, who is known for his 2006 bestselling book, “Gomorra.” The book revealed details about organized crime in the Naples area and spawned a film that won second place at the Cannes Film Festival, as well as five European Film Awards. The asteroid no. 278447 has a presumed diameter of four-sevenths of a kilometer, and takes 6.4 years to orbit the sun. Saviano said he never thought that in his life he would have received this incredible news, and from now on he would look at the sky with different eyes.
German couple pays €500 to save lobsters from restaurant While vacationing on the Costa Smeralda in Sardinia, a German couple dined at local restaurant that had a live lobster tank. By the end of the dinner, the wife requested to buy all of the live lobsters. Her intention was to put them back into the sea, even though someone tried to explain to her that the lobsters would not have survived in the ocean. Nevertheless, she and her husband paid € 500 to purchase them. The couple put the lobsters in a container and went back to their hotel.
Naples priest helps troubled youth become tour guides, musicians In Naples’ Sanità district, an area that has had problems in the past with organized crime, a priest has been working to give youth a brighter future. Don Antonio Loffredo, the parish priest of
four churches in Naples, has founded a group of cooperatives that offer young people opportunities in the fields of the arts and tourism. In six years, Loffredo has raised €4 million in donations from private investors, which he has used to create a theater studio, a youth orchestra and a program that employs neighborhood youth as tour guides in the Naples catacombs. Today, young people from the Sanità district who once were failing out of school can be seen educating tourists about of some of Naples’ greatest cultural attractions. Additionally, the Sanità Ensemble that Loffredo helped found recently performed in front of Giorgio Napolitano, the president of the Italian Republic. Other initiatives run by Loffredo have included a youth-run bed and breakfast and a project in which young people create works of art out of discarded metal. Due to Loffredo’s success, the socalled “Sanità model” is being adopted by other Naples neighborhoods to give young people productive occupations and reduce their chance of being recruited by criminal organizations.
Fake gladiators arrested near Colosseum Two costumed “gladiators” were arrested in Rome while they were working outside the Colosseum. They threatened police and tried to run away before they were caught by motorcycle cops. In Rome there is ordnance that bans the fake warriors from working directly outside the ancient monument. They sometimes aggressively press tourists for cash after taking pictures with them. They are still allowed to work elsewhere in Rome, including along the street leading up to the Colosseum, at the Trevi fountain and in Piazza Navona. In April, the centurions and gladiators staged sit-ins in Rome, and two men occupied the Colosseum before they were removed by police.
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JULY EVENTS 6, 7 THE FORGOTTEN TREASURES THRIFT STORE at the Support Site will hold a $5 bag sale Friday, July 6 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and again Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. Patrons will pay only $5 for everything they can stuff inside a bag, including military uniforms. Bring your own bag if possible. 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 CLEP/DSST TESTING Take a CLEP test in the automated National Test Center located in the Admin II building at Capodichino. Call UMUC Maryland for an appointment at 081-5686675. Visit the Navy College Office Naples for assistance in selecting the best test for your program. 10 PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL Women's Bible Study Summer Session will meet July 10 and July 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Support Site Fellowship Hall. Free childcare provided. For any questions, please contact Heather Muñoz at heather.munoz11@gmail.com or at 345-398-9079. 12, 19, 26 WEB TA BRIEF FOR SAILORS The WEB TA brief is at 9 a.m. July 12 and July 26, and at 1 p.m. July 5 and July 19. Briefs will be held in room G-036 in the Admin II building at Capodichino. Visit the Navy College Office at Capodichino for more information or call 081-568-6681/6684/6678. 14 MEET YOUR COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES Meet local college representatives outside the Navy Exchange from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 14. 17, 24, 31 DEFENSE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTING Take the DLPT or the DLAB at the Navy College Office (NCO). Open to military members and government employees who have a CAC card. Make an appointment at the NCO by calling 081-568 6684/6683/6678 or send an e-mail to nco.naples@eu.navy.mil. 19 MONTHLY BABY BASICS CLASS offered by NMCRS Visiting Nurses. The next class will be held July 19 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Office, located in room G-016 of the Admin II building at Capodichino. Topics include: newborn care (i.e. bundling, diapering & bathing), feeding, crying & comforting, health & safety, etc. Contact NCMRS for registration and information at 081-5683913. 20 ACT TEST The Navy College Office (NCO) will administer the ACT test July 20. Make your appointment now. Score reports arrive Naples 6-8 weeks after the test date. FMI, call the NCO at 6266681/6684/6678 or e-mail nco.naples@eu.navy.mil. 21 GIRL SCOUTS SUMMER CARNIVAL Come join the Naples area Girl Scouts for a carnival Saturday, July 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Naples Elementary School cafeteria. Event will include food and games, and is open to everyone. 21 NOSC POOL PARTY Naples Overseas Spouses' Club (NOSC) is hosting a members-only pool party Saturday, July 21, at the Support Site Pool from 7:15 to 9:45 p.m. NOSC members can bring their families and will pay $5 per group of six. There will be games for the kids and prizes for the adults, as well as snacks. Reserve online at www.noscitaly.com. 23 PRAXIS TEST The last PRAXIS test of the academic year will be given July 23. Test is open only to those who registered before May 18. FMI, call the NCO at 626-6681/6684/6678 or e-mail nco.naples@ eu.navy.mil. 25 HOSPITAL EDUCATION FAIR Learn about on-site and other college opportunities in the Naples area. Sailors can attend a WEB Tuition Assistance brief the day of the Education Fair. FMI, visit the Navy College Office (NCO) at Capodichino, or contact the NCO at 6266681/6684/6678 or nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 board members. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com. ALLIED SPOUSES CLUB is seeking strong candidates to fill the following leadership positions: events coordinator, volunteer coordinator and bazaar chairman. Annual rotation of leadership also means we are electing new board positions: president, vice president and secretary. FMI, e-mail ascpresidentjfc@gmail.com. LA MIMOSA THRIFT SHOP AT JFC is currently accepting volunteers to sort donations and staff the store. Hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.. La Mimosa is closed Wednesdays and weekends. FMI, e-mail ascpresidentjfc@gmail.com. ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS! Are you interested in taking photos of Naples Elementary School students during 2011-2012? Contact Dr. Johnson at 081-811-4159 or donita.Johnson@eu.dodea.edu. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ ascnapoli.com. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) NEEDS VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTORS. ARC needs volunteer instructors for various courses. Those interested in becoming instructors can contact the ARC office at 081-568-4788.
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An artist’s scene sketch of Pietro Mascagni’s passionate opera “Cavalleria rusticana,” which is playing from July 13 to 19 at the San Carlo Theater. (Photo courtesy of San Carlo Theater)
July calendar heats up with spectacular musical shows and coastal escapes By Lou Freed It wouldn’t be summer in the Naples area without concerts under the stars, as well as rejuvenating escapes around the Neapolitan Bay or in the Mediterranean isles. Speaking of getaways, some musical programs this month, along with a current art exhibition, take our imagination to warm climes like Egypt, Spain and Sicily for their cultural wonders, customs and traditions.
Art Caserta Royal Palace showcases Antonio Joli paintings Nearly 40 works manifest the creative development of the Modenaborn artist Antonio Joli, who worked in Spain in the early 1700s and later in Rome and Naples as a Bourbon court painter in the mid-1700s. On exhibition are lovely views of Spain
and Rome, as well as landscapes in Naples and its environs that were popular among the Grand Tour scholars and artists. Of interest is a display section documenting how Joli also made some sets for operas. For exhibit specifics, call 082-344-8084 or see http://www.reggiadicaserta.beniculturali.it.
Opera Giuseppe Verdi’s “Aida” set to electrify audiences July 6 and 7 at Arena Flegrea The acclaimed opera with remarkable triumphal march music will premiere at the Arena Flegrea in the Mostra d’Oltremare complex with 300 artists, majestic pyramids, temples and obelisks, plus monumental statues, according to organizers’ reports. It is also said the costumes and accessories in pearls and precious stones were produced by Egyptian artisans
Italy and Beyond Lou Freed is a regular contributing culture and travel columnist for Panorama. She has traveled and cruised Lou Freed extensively in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Her monthly column offers cultural and travel insights locally and further afield.
for the show. Within the context of a love triangle full of rivalry, the story unfolds with the Ethiopian slave, Aida, in love with the military commander, Radames, who in turn is loved by Amneris, the Pharaoh’s daughter. Radames is secretly in love with Aida and is torn between the country he serves and the woman he loves, a dilemma that is sorted out through passionate arias, duets and choruses in the four-act work. Joining forces for the Verdi masterpiece are director Renato Bonajuto, conductor Christian Sandu and choreographer Barbara Palumbo. In the role of Aida is Chinese soprano Hui He, who has interpreted the same character at New York’s Metropolitan Opera, Verona’s Arena, Milan’s La Scala and other opera houses. Riccardo Massi comes to Naples as Radames, following his performance early this year at New York’s
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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 Sunday, July 8 – ALATEEN SUPPORT GROUP (9 - 10 a.m.) For ages 12 to 18. Tuesday, July 10 – AL-ANON SUPPORT GROUP (6 - 7 p.m.) DEVELOPING YOUR SPENDING PLAN (9:30 - 11 a.m.) Do you ever wonder where your money is going? Learn to track your finances and develop a budget that meets you and your family’s needs. CREDIT/DEBT MANAGEMENT (11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Do you know how much the minimum credit card payment is costing you? Learn strategies to pay down your debt, wise ways to use credit, and the decisions that can impact your credit score. Wednesday, July 11 – SPONSORSHIP TRAINING (9:30 a.m. - noon; at the Capodichino theater) To be a sponsor is a duty; to be a great one is to make a difference! CHOICES: MANAGING YOUR ANGER (2 - 4 p.m.; Session 1 of 4) A four-session program focused on skills to manage anger and develop effective communication. Cool, rejuvenating cruise ship escapes to Mediterranean isles provide fun onboard and off. (Photo by J. Freed) Metropolitan Opera. Finally, while Tichina Vaughan appears as Amneris, Giuseppe Altomare acts as Amonasro. Tickets are available through several online sources, including bookingshow.it, eventinapoli.com and boxol.it. Passionate ‘Cavalleria rusticana’ to steam up at San Carlo Theater Written by Livorno-native Pietro Mascagni when he was 26, “Cavalleria rusticana” (Rustic Chivalry) has long been a staple in the repertoire of European and American opera houses. Based on the short story by Giovanni Verga, Mascagni’s intense one-act tale of affection not only delivers as much dramatic impact as other well-known and longer operas, but it also impresses with memorable orchestral music, choruses and arias, according to critics. Love, lust, betrayal and revenge fuel the story within an Easter setting in a Sicilian village in the late 1800s. The soldier Turiddu returns from war and finds his first love, Lola, married to a fellow villager, Alfio. Turiddu begins an affair with another woman in the same community, Santuzza, who eventually loses him to Lola when the former lovers rekindle their affection. The reactions of Santuzza and Alfio to the love triangle result in retribution and spawn the work’s title. With regards to the opera’s melodic legacy, critics cite the “Easter Hymn” as well as the “Intermezzo” as outstanding numbers that render Mascagni’s masterpiece timeless. Pinchas Steinberg leads the cast for the presentations scheduled between July 13 and July 19 at the opulent 18th-century theater. Booking information is available at www.teatrosancarlo.it.
Outdoor concerts Naples province Looking for ways to beat the evening heat? Check these out these performances by popular Italian and American artists: July 7 – Subsonica (Arenile di Bagnoli); July 10 – Pino Daniele (Pomigliano d’Arco); July 17 – Negrita (Arena Flegrea); July 20 to 22 – Luciano Ligabue (Piazza del Plebiscito); July 23 – Franco Battiato (Arena Flegrea); July 23 – Garrett Jarreau (Castel Sant’Elmo); July 24 and 27 – Laura Pausini (Piazza del Plebiscito); and July 26 – Supertramp (Castel Sant’Elmo). To book, search the Web for online Italian ticket outlets. Salerno province The Ravello Festival 2012 focuses on the theme “Memories,” with a variety of Italian and international entertainers scheduled to perform at the Villa Rufolo gardens overlooking the magnificent Amalfi Coast. Here’s a brief rundown of this month’s performers: July 7 – San Carlo Theater Orchestra; July 14 – Pink Martini; July 19 – Vanessa Benelli Mosell; July 20 – Shenzhen Orchestra; July 21 – Jan Garbarek Group with Trilok Gurtu; July 25 – San Carlo Theater String Quartet; July 28 – The Italian Cinema Orchestra; and July 29 – Dancers Tognazzo and Baltazar. For the complete line-up and description of events, go to http://www.ravellofestival.com/home.php and click on “program.”
Cruise Neapolitan Veliero Tortuga entices with swim and dinner show sailings Aboard a 40-meter yacht, guests can experience fun in the sun or music under the stars while cruising the
Naples Bay from Molo Beverello. The Sunday swim cruises — scheduled for July 8, July 15, and July 22 — each come with lunch and selected swim stops. Additionally, the “Dinner and Show Cruise” features a buffet and live music, and is scheduled for Friday, July 13; Friday, July 20; and Friday, July 27. Lastly, a special cruise to Ischia for the historic Feast of St. Anne is slated for July 26. All mini-cruise details are posted at www.velierotortuga.net/eventi/events. Kids sail free on MSC cruises As an Italian family-owned and operated company, MSC Cruises offers parent- and kid-friendly holidays. Kids 11 and younger can tag along and see the world at no cost, while kids 12-17 sail at reduced rates. Onboard, the Kids’ Club staff fills children and teens’ times with tons of adventure activities, while parents can relax. Check out the details at www.msccruisesusa.com. Mediterranean island escapes offered by U.S.-based cruise ships For those who wish to venture beyond Italian waters and discover French, Greek, Spanish, Turkish or Dalmatian coast ports of call, consider the American cruise ships departing this summer either from Civitavecchia (an hour from Rome) or from Venice. For instance, check out the itineraries of the elegant and award-winning Celebrity ships Equinox, Silhouette and Solstice, as well as Royal Caribbean International’s state-of-theart mega vessels Navigator of the Seas and Mariner of the Seas, which are both packed with sporting facilities and entertainment. See more details at the company websites. Special rates for U.S. military families are posted at www.interliner.com. Buon divertimento!
Wednesday, July 11 and Thursday, July 12 – BECOMING A LOVE & LOGIC PARENT (6 - 7 p.m.) This parenting program is designed to give you practical skills that can be used immediately. Two additional sessions to follow July 18 and July 19. Thursday, July 12 – SMOOTH MOVE (8 a.m. - noon) Don’t let your upcoming transfer catch you off guard; start planning today. Registration is required prior to attending. Note: All non-Navy personnel may arrive at 9:30 a.m. IA DISCUSSION GROUP (1 - 2 p.m.) Topic: Deployment support for children. OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM: TRANSITIONING TO NAPLES (5 - 6 p.m.) Friday, July 13 – LEGAL ASSISTANCE (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) Legal Assistance appointments will be performed by a NLSO attorney two times per month at the FFSC service center. The attorneys are available for the usual legal assistance services – powers of attorney, immigration, consumer law, creditor/debtor issues, divorce, etc. Please contact 081-568-4576 for more information or to make an appointment.
UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS Call 081-568-8354/7 for more information or to register Wednesday, July 11 – SMOOTH MOVE (2 - 3 p.m.) Learn about your moving allowances, household goods, utility closeouts, customs and more. You should attend this class four to five months before your transfer date. Thursday, July 12 – SPONSORSHIP TRAINING (8:15 - 11:30 a.m.) Sponsorship principles are made easy for prospective sponsors at this workshop. This training is for active duty service members aboard the Mt. Whitney or assigned to NSA. Spouses are also invited if they are willing to help.
Naples area ombudsmen and key spouses The ombudsmen program at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples coordinates communication of information between service members and their families. The service provided by ombudsmen becomes especially critical and helpful during deployments. Here is a list of ombudsmen for Naples area commands. AFN NAPLES: Donna Vigil, ombudsafn@gmail.com CNE BAND: Holly Ward, cnebandombudsman@ hotmail.com CNE- 6th FLEET: Ashley Haggerty: c6fombudsman@ gmail.com CNREURAFSWA: Sindy Copeland: cnreurafswanaples@ hotmail.com CTF SIX THREE & MSCEURAF: Arlene Campbell, ombudsmanctf63.msceuraf@yahoo.com CTF SIX NINE & COMSUBGRU EIGHT: Emily Key, ctf.69. ombudsman@gmail.com FLCSI- Naples: Maria Seibel, maie13@yahoo.com JFC: Edna Wood, ombudsmanjfc@gmail.com NSA Naples: Heather Staib-Jerzy, nsa_naples_omb@ yahoo.com NCTS: Michelle Cannuli, ombudsmanncts@yahoo.com NSSA DET Naples: Gretchen Bozwell, nssadetnaplesombudsman@hotmail.com USNH: Amy Romanowski & Latascia Hamilton, usnh_ombudsman@hotmail.com U.S. ARMY ELEMENT: Jennifer Molina, jennifer.molina1.civ@ mail.mil U.S. ARMY ELEMENT - ALPHA COMPANY, U. S. ARMY ELEMENT - HHC: Alisha Smith, alishasmith0218@ yahoo.com U.S. AIR FORCE ELEMENT: Sonya Cage, usafkeyspousenaples@ yahoo.com U.S. MARINE ELEMENT: Suzin Lucas, naplesmarineombudsman@ gmail.com USS MOUNT WHITNEY: Sheree Johnson & Anna Nickell, mtwombudsman@yahoo.com CURRENTLY VACANT: NAVFAC SEABEES, RLSO & NLSO, DESRON SIX ZERO. Any spouses who have an interest in becoming an ombudsman should contact the Ombudsman Coordinator, Cecellia Kitson, at cecellia.kitson@eu.navy.mil.
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Deadline nears for Expanded Homeowners Assistance Program By Amaani Lyle American Forces Press Service
Members of the U.S. Navy community in Gaeta decorate ceramic tiles they made during a ceramics workshop sponsored by the Fleet and Family Support Center Gaeta. (Photos courtesy of the Gaeta Fleet and Family Support Center)
Learning the art of ceramics in Gaeta
Eligible military members and federal civilian employees who face financial loss when selling their primary residence may receive compensation, provided they apply for the Expanded Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP) by Sept. 30. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages HAP on behalf of the military branches. HAP, initially created by Congress in 1966, provides financial assistance to qualifying homeowners when a closure or significant change in operations at a military base leads to severe losses in the local real estate market. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, Public Law 1115, expanded HAP to provide assistance to: – Deployed wounded, injured, or ill members of the Armed Forces (30 percent or greater disability) and forward-deployed wounded, injured, or ill Department of Defense and Coast Guard civilian homeowners reassigned in furtherance of medical treatment or rehabilitation, or due to medical retirement in connection with their disability; – Surviving spouses of the fallen; – Homeowners who were affected by Base Realignment and Closure 2005 and had to move during the mortgage crisis; – Service member homeowners undergoing Permanent Change of Station moves during the mortgage crisis. “The amended law now includes HAP relief for surviving spouses of the fallen, BRAC 2005-impacted homeowners relocating during the mortgage crisis, and service member homeowners undergoing permanent-changeof-station moves during the mortgage crisis,” said Michael McAndrew, director of the facilities investment and management office for the deputy undersecretary of defense for installations and environment. Key expanded HAP deadlines and qualifying timeframes have already passed, McAndrew said, further escalating the urgency of swift benefit distribution and program closure. “Reassignment order dates must range from Feb. 1, 2006 through Sept. 30, 2010, and qualifying property purchases or signed contracts to purchase must have occurred prior to July 1, 2006,” McAndrew said. “BRAC reached its full implementation by Sept. 15, 2011.” The total benefit calculation, capped at $729,750, is based upon the home purchase price, McAndrew said. “We’ve made every effort to try and make funds available to pay as many of these applications as we can, and so far we’ve been very successful in doing that,” McAndrew said. He added that the program is designed to minimize the housing market’s impact, but not negate it altogether. “It’s a great program, but we can’t help folks if they don’t apply,” McAndrew said. “We need to know who is out there because there’s no magic database in the department that tells us who may have been impacted.” Applications from the wounded, the injured and ill, and surviving spouses take priority and are not be subject to the Sept. 30, 2012 deadline for claims. All applications are now centrally processed through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District. To apply, visit the HAP website at
By Angelo D’Arienzo, Gaeta Fleet and Family Support Center
FFSC Tip of the Week: Pulcinella
Italian pottery and ceramics workshops are regularly offered to the Navy community in the Gaeta-Naples area through the Gaeta Fleet and Family Support Center. No previous experience with pottery is necessary. The instructor, Mr. Antonello from “La Meridiana,” is a local artisan with more than 20 years of experience in pottery-making and ceramics, and is well known throughout the area. The class meets once or twice a month to learn about and to make various objects, including vases, bowls, plates, tiles and cups. Mr. Antonello is an inspiring teacher who guides the students to use their creativity. The pottery lessons last up to three hours and are designed with beginners in mind, but also allow the talented to learn new skills. The topics covered are varied and include all the ceramic processes, such as hand-sculpting, throwing, trimming, decorating, application of glazes, and firing techniques. In addition, beginners start to learn the history of pottery and how it developed in different civilizations across thousands of years.
From the Fleet and Family Support Center
A participant in a ceramics workshop held by the Fleet and Family Support Center in Gaeta paints a ceramic tile.
The best part of the class is that students make their own objects. They start by handling the clay with their own hands, then practice using the pottery wheel and finish their creations with other tools. After the objects have been fired, an entire lesson is devoted to glazing and painting the students’ pottery. Every lesson reveals the artistic talent of many of the attendees. Participants take away their own beautiful ceramics and display them proudly in their homes. This workshop, along with the
various hands-on classes offered by the Fleet and Family Support Center in Gaeta, are meant to share the many Italian crafts that are kept alive by Italian artisans. These artisans are the true keepers of tools and techniques that have changed little over the centuries. The workshop brings together people of all ages as well as people of all skill levels, from beginners to highly skilled artists. The class also attracts many people from Naples, helping members of the Gaeta and Naples Navy communities intermingle.
In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081568-4911 or 5911.(On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.
The typical Neapolitan mask of Pulcinella was created back in 1656 by Andrea Calcese, called “Ciuccio” (donkey), who was a tailor from Acerra, a town in the Province of Naples. The name of Pulcinella most likely comes from the Latin word Pullicenus (chicken). Pulcinella is the expression of the poor and abused, and he is always hungry. He seems to be naïve, inexperienced and a little slow, but in reality, he is a man of a thousand resources: with his affability he can get out of even the toughest situations. The philosopher Benedetto Croce described Pulcinella as “the image, the caricature, or the ideal of the Neapolitan people.” To learn more about Italian culture, call the FFSC at 081- 811-6372 and ask about upcoming intercultural relations workshops and events.
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New financial guidance may help troops as they move By Jim Garamone, American Forces Press Service
Service members aboard Naval Support Activity Naples line up to try various Caribbean foods during at a Caribbean American Heritage Month celebration June 28. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Josh Bennett)
NSA Naples community celebrates Caribbean American Heritage Month By MC3 Josh Bennett Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe The Combined Multi-Cultural Heritage Committee at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples held a Caribbean American Heritage Month celebration June 28 that featured free food, music and informational presentations about the history of various Caribbean nations. The month of June was dedicated to honoring the Caribbean Americans who have played an important part in U.S. history. President George W. Bush signed a proclamation making June the official Caribbean American Heritage Month on June 5, 2006. At NSA Naples, sailors with the Combined MultiCultural Heritage Committee helped raise awareness about Caribbean Americans and Caribbean culture by putting on a free lunch consisting of popular Caribbean foods. Featured dishes included Jamaican jerk chicken, macaroni pie and curry chicken. In addition to offering a free lunch with Caribbean music playing in the background, the event also featured a series of presentation boards with information on different Caribbean nations, including Haiti, St. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Martin. Event attendees could browse the story boards while waiting in line for food. Additionally, a digital presentation highlighted the
achievements of various people of Caribbean descent. Information Systems Technician 1st Class (ITW/SW) Brian B. Panelo, a member of the Combined MultiCultural Heritage Committee, said it is important for the Navy to have events like these because they give sailors an opportunity to learn about the diverse cultures of their shipmates. “Not only does this play on the diversity of the Navy itself, but it also gives us an appreciation for the people that serve with us,” said Construction Electrician 3rd Class Dwayne Watson, who is assigned to Naval Computer and Telecommunication Station Naples. Many people at the event said they would like to see more cultural events at the bases where they live and work. U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Jermain R. Brown said he believes cultural celebrations should occur on a monthly basis, because there are a variety of different ethnicities represented within the military and it is important to celebrate that diversity. Members of the Combined Multi-Cultural Heritage Committee said that they hope to have more cultural events in the near future. For more information on Caribbean American Heritage Month, visit www.caribbeanamericanmonth. org.
Homeowners with military transfer orders will be immediately eligible for short sales under new guidance to mortgage servicers that may help tens of thousands of military homeowners moving to a new duty station, Consumer Finance Protection Bureau officials said June 21. Military homeowners will be eligible for short sales, even if they are current in paying their mortgages, Edward J. DiMarco, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, said at a news briefing. They also will be exempt from deficiency judgments from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac when receiving permission for a short sale, and relieved of any request for cash, contribution or promissory note, so long as the property was purchased on or before June 30, 2012, according to the guidance. “These changes will make it easier for members of the armed forces with mortgages owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac to honor their financial commitments when they are issued a permanent change of station order,” DiMarco said. The agency classifies the order as a hardship, he noted. The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, along with mortgage service industry regulators, is issuing joint supervisory guidance to address mortgage service practices that pose risks to military homeowners, said Richard Cordray, the bureau’s director. “We want to make sure that mortgage servicers comply with the laws that prohibit unfair or abusive practices” when service members have orders to move, he said. Roughly a third of active-duty military personnel move each year. Of these, about 185,000 are homeowners who have to sell their houses and move to another community. Many find themselves owing far more on their homes than they’re worth in the current market. Service members cannot sit on a property and wait for the market to recover: they must go to their new base, Cordray noted. “They have to move, even if that means taking a big financial hit or leaving their families behind to pay their bills,” he said. Many military homeowners whose houses are underwater don’t know what to do, said Holly Petraeus, director of the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s Officer of Service Member Affairs. “They are terrified that a foreclosure will ruin their finances as well as putting their security clearances at risk, and they are looking for answers,” said Petraeus. But in too many cases, she said, mortgage service providers have not given that help. In her travels to military bases, Petraeus said, service members have told her of mortgage service providers giving them inaccurate information and stringing them along. “We’ve heard from service members that they were told they had to be delinquent to qualify for help, and advised to skip a couple of payments,” she said. “They’ve been asked to sign waivers of their rights under the Service Members Civil Relief Act just to have their cases evaluated. They’ve been stalled by repeated demands for their loan documents and given a new loan official with each call … and they have even been listed as not responding to requests for documents during deployment despite the fact that spouses had powers of attorney.” Robert L. Gordon III, assistant secretary of defense for military community and family policy, said the Department of Defense welcomes the move by the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau. “The military lifestyle poses unique challenges to our troops and their families,” he said. “Throughout frequent moves, deployments and transitions, they must remain resilient and strong in order to be mission ready.” Homeowners with questions or complaints may contact the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at consumerfinance.gov or at 855-411-2372.
How to dispose of used toner cartridges By Bernice Snyder, NSA Naples Environmental Director The Environmental Division of the Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Public Works Department frequently receives calls requesting information about how to dispose of toner cartridges and other hazardous waste. Office-generated toner cartridges are classified as "special wastes" and should not be dumped in the trash bins. Here are the steps for turning in and disposing of printer and copier toner cartridges generated at your workplace: 1. Place the used toner cartridge in a clear plastic bag. You can use the plastic bag that comes with the replacement cartridge to dispose of the used cartridge. 2. Recycle the cardboard box separately. 3. Call Silvana Di Ieso at 081-568-6643 or 081-568-6644 to set up an appointment to drop off toner cartridges at the Environmental Warehouse, which is located in building 402 at Capodichino. The NSA Naples Command Environmental Policy "CARE" stands for: C: Comply with the rules; A: Always improve; R: Reduce waste; E: Eliminate pollution. By following the disposal steps above, you have done your part to meet the command's environmental policy. You've reduced waste by recycling the plastic bag and card box of the new cartridge, and you've eliminated pollution by properly disposing of the used cartridge. Because you "CARE," you will help keep our environment healthy. If you have any questions on environmental issues, please call the Environmental Division office at 081-568-6643 or 081-568-6644.
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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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … VOLUNTEERS NEEDED continued 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 NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA is searching for people who want to lead the PTA during the 2012-2013 school year. PTA board members are elected every year and committee chairs are appointed every year. If you are interested in a board or chair position, please e-mail Angel Neese at itwife2000@yahoo.com. NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it. NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913. NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int. 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.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON 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. 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 081-5686670 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. NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB is seeking individuals to assist in 2012-2013 with a variety of events and positions. Don't miss the fun! If you want to help us help our community, please contact noscitaly@gmail.com. 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. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL invites community members to join the Rosary Prayer Group that meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Support Site Chapel. For more information, e-mail CWOCNaples@ gmail.com. ATTN MILITARY RETIREES AND SURVIVORS Connect to the retired community through membership in the U.S. Military Retiree Association of Southern Italy (USMRA-SI). For info and an application, visit http://usmrasi.tripod.com or call 329-208-7315. PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS WELCOME AT ALL CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB ACTIVITIES! The CTT Club hosts events, crafts and outings designed for you and your child (infancy through preschool). For more information on the club, visit www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club/. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer and fellowship. Child care provided. For information, contact Eileen Mayette at cwocnaples@gmail.com. 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 081811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037. FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets every 1st Sunday of the month at the SS Fellowship Hall at 12 p.m. FMI, contact Christian Rodriguez at christian.rodriguez@eu.navy.mil, Catherine Katimbang at catherine. katimbang@eu.dodea.edu or visit the group’s Facebook page: Fil-Am Naples. TOASTMASTERS meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center. FMI, contact Toastmasters President Leonard Augustine at 346-771-7506. 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 Jaime Gonzalez at kofcnaples@ gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home. NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets regularly to support families on their homeschooling journey. FMI, contact Susan Van Cleave at sdwvancleave@msn.com. 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 Frank Chapman at champanf@ix.netcom.com. 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. BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. FMI, contact Scoutmaster Dennis Smith at 081-811-5585 or dennis@ bsulfurcreek.com. 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.
Friday, July 6 4:30 p.m. Madagascar 3, PG 5:30 p.m. Brave, PG 7 p.m. Safe, R Premiere Showing Saturday, July 7 Madagascar 3, PG 3 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Brave, PG 5:30 p.m. The Avengers PG-13 7 p.m. The Raven, R Sunday, July 8 Pirates Band of Misfits, PG 4:30 p.m. Brave, PG 5:30 p.m. Battleship, PG-13 7 p.m. Safe, R 3 p.m.
Monday, July 9 Closed — No Movie Tuesday, 10 July Closed — No Movie
Wednesday, July 11 4:30 p.m. Pirates: Band of Misfits, PG Last Showing 5:30 p.m. The Avengers PG-13 Safe, R 7 p.m.
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Thursday, July 12 4:30 p.m. Brave, PG 5:30 p.m. Madagascar 3, PG Last Showing 7 p.m. Prometheus, R Last Showing Friday, July 13 4:30 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man, PG -13 Premiere Showing 5:30 p.m. The Avengers PG-13 7 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man PG -13
Movie descriptions AFE, R for strong violence throughout, and for language. Cast: Jason Statham, Chris Sarandon, Anson Mount, James Hong, Reggie Lee. Action/Adventure and Thriller, 95 min. As a second-rate cage fighter on the mixed martial arts circuit, Luke Wright lives a numbing life of routine beatings and chump change... until the day he blows a rigged fight. Wanting to make an example of him, the Russian Mafia murders his family and banishes him from his life forever. Luke is left to wander the streets of New York destitute, haunted by guilt, and tormented by the knowledge that he will always be watched, and that anyone he develops a relationship with will also be killed. But when he witnesses a frightened twelveyear-old Chinese girl, Mei, being pursued by the same gangsters who killed his wife, Luke impulsively jumps to action and straight into the heart of a deadly high-stakes war. Mei, he discovers, is no ordinary girl, but an orphaned math prodigy forced to work for the Triads as a "counter." He discovers that she holds in her memory a priceless numerical code that the Triads, the Russian mob and a corrupt faction of the NYPD will kill for. Realizing he's the only person Mei can trust, Luke tears a swath through the city's brutal underworld to save an innocent girl's life... and perhaps even redeem his own.
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RAVE, PG for some scary action and rude humor. Cast: Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Craig Ferguson, Julie Walters. Animated, Action/ Adventure and Comedy, 93 min. Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land, the massive Lord MacGuffin, the surly Lord Macintosh and the cantankerous Lord Dingwall. Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to harness all of her skills and resources — including her clever and mischievous triplet brothers — to undo a beastly curse before it's too late, discovering the meaning of true bravery.
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HE RAVEN, R for bloody violence and grisly images. Cast: John Cusack, Alice Eve, Brendan Gleeson, Oliver Cohen, Kevin McNally. Crime and Thriller, 110 min. When a mother and daughter are found brutally murdered in 19th century Baltimore, Detective Emmett Fields makes a startling discovery: the crime resembles a fictional murder described in gory detail in the local newspaper — part of a collection of stories penned by struggling writer and social pariah Edgar Allan Poe. But even as Poe is questioned by police, another grisly murder occurs, also inspired by a popular Poe story. Realizing a serial killer is on the loose using Poe's writings as the backdrop for his bloody rampage, Fields enlists the author's help in stopping the attacks. But when it appears someone close to Poe may become the murderer's next victim, the stakes become even higher and the inventor of the detective story calls on his own powers of deduction to try to solve the case before its too late.
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ADAGASCAR 3, PG for some mild action and rude humor. Cast: Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, Davis Schwimmer, Sacha Baron Cohen. Action/Adventure, Animated and Comedy, 103 min. Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and
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Opera Under the Stars: The Aida . . . . . . . . . .€ 49 July 7 Minicruise of the Amalfi Coast . . . . . . .€ 60 July 8 A Day in Rome . . . . .€ 38 July 13 Sorrento by Night . . .€ 43 July 14 Wine Tasting under the Stars . . . . . . . . . .€ 47 July 15 Minicruise of the Amalfi Coast . . . . . . .€ 60 WEEKEND TOURS July 28-29 Weekend under a Tuscan Sun . . . € 190 August 11-12 The Dolce Vita Roman Weekend . € 158 September 13-17 French Riviera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 395 August 29-September 3 Labor Day in Corfu . . . . . . . . . . . . € 627
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Melman the Giraffe are still fighting to get home to their beloved Big Apple and of course, King Julien, Maurice and the Penguins are all along for the comedic adventure. Their journey takes them through Europe where they find the perfect cover: a traveling circus, which they reinvent — Madagascar-style. ROMETHEUS, R for sci-fi violence including some intense images, and brief language. Cast: Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, Charlize Theron, Idris Elba, Sean Harris. Thriller, Sci-Fi/Fantasy and Action/ Adventure, 124 min. A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a thrilling journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.
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IRATES: BAND OF MISFITS, PG for mild action, rude humor and some language. Cast: Hugh Grant, Martin Freeman, Brendan Gleeson, Russell Tovey, Ashley Jenson. Comedy, Animated and Action/ Adventure, 88 min. With a rag-tag crew at his side, and seemingly blind to the impossible odds stacked against him, the Captain has one dream: to beat his bitter rivals Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz to the much-coveted Pirate of the Year Award. It's a quest that takes our heroes from the shores of exotic Blood Island to the foggy streets of Victorian London. Along the way, they battle a diabolical queen and team up with a haplessly smitten young scientist, but they never lose sight of what a pirate loves best: adventure!
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HE AVENGERS, PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action throughout, and a mild drug reference. Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson. Action/Adventure and Sci-Fi/Fantasy, 142 min. Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow answer the call to action when Nick Fury, director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., initiates a daring, globe-spanning recruitment effort to assemble The Avengers team. Despite pulling together the ultimate dream team, Nick Fury and longtime confidant Agent Coulson must find a way to convince the Super Heroes to work with and not against each other when the powerful and dangerous Loki gains access to the Cosmic Cube and its unlimited power.
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ATTLESHIP, PG-13 for intense sequences of violence, action and destruction, and for language. Cast: Taylor Kitsch, Alexander Skarsgard, Rihanna, Liam Neeson, Brooklyn Decker. War, Action/Adventure and SciFi/Fantasy, 131 min. Peter Berg produces and directs Battleship, an epic action-adventure that unfolds across the seas, in the skies and over land as our planet fights for survival against a superior force. Based on Hasbro's classic naval combat game, Battleship stars Taylor Kitsch as Lt. Alex Hopper, a Naval officer assigned to the USS John Paul Jones; Brooklyn Decker as Sam Shane, a physical therapist and Hopper's fiancee; Alexander Skarsgard as Hopper's older brother, Stone, commanding officer of the USS Sampson; Rihanna as Petty Officer Raikes, Hopper's crewmate and a weapons specialist on the USS John Paul Jones; and international superstar Liam Neeson as Admiral Shane, Hopper and Stone's superior (and Sam's father).
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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 announces new Sexual Assault Prevention and Response training From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs First class petty officers assigned to Naval Support Activity Naples run in formation June 29 as part of the Chief Petty officer 365 program. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Daniel Viramontes)
Naples first class petty officers complete chief training course By Commander, U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs
Members of the Naval Support Activity Naples Area Chiefs’ Mess and First Class Petty Officers’ Mess completed the chief petty officer indoctrination course at Naval Support Activity Naples June 29. The training session, which featured thirty-eight area first class petty officers, was held in support of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy’s CPO 365 program, which is designed to prepare first class petty officers for the transition to chief petty officer. “This course gives leading petty officers and senior first classes the tools to better manage young First class petty officers and chief petty officers assigned to Naval sailors,” said Chief Utilitiesman Support Activity Naples cheer after a morning physical training session David Jones, one of the leading during the Chief Petty officer 365 program. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Daniel Viramontes) facilitators. “It also gives them the information needed, if they Chief Legalman Tanica Bagmon said the relaare not selected for chief, to put them in a better tionships the sailors built during the weeklong position to understand why they were not select- training will help them later if they are selected ed.” to become chiefs. In addition to the week-long training, the chiefs “Throughout the week, these thirty-eight and first class petty officers also conducted phys- sailors started congregating together – they ical training (PT) in the mornings. started becoming an actual mess,” said Bagmon. “I thought that the PT sessions were very good, “If they are selected to be a chief petty officer this extremely motivational,” said Operations year, this course will help them gel together Specialist First Class Howard Carter. “The ses- faster because they already know each others sion built up camaraderie between all of us that personalities.” wasn’t there before.” The training concluded with a chief petty officer The course also gave the first classes an oppor- board precept brief. tunity to network together. “Understanding the board precept process is a “A forum like this with so many first classes way to learn to take better care of sailors,” said together, you get an opportunity to network and Master Chief Intelligence Specialist Joel meet new people you haven’t met before,” said Steinbach, an instructor during the course. “It Carter. “We now have a list of e-mails and con- gives them knowledge of the eval program, how tact information for each other – that wouldn’t to fix their record and how to take care of their have happened if it not for this class.” sailors’ records.”
As part of the Navy's continuing efforts to eliminate sexual assaults and promote positive culture changes within the fleet, the Chief of Naval Personnel announced June 28 the creation of new Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) training. For the first time, targeted and comprehensive sexual assault prevention training will be delivered to every active and reserve uniformed member in the Navy. The training follows the Navy's allhands efforts for Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April, during which sailors from commands around the world took part in focused stand-down sessions highlighting varying aspects of sexual assault and each sailors' role in eliminating this crime. The training will also complement the Navy's multifaceted approach to education and awareness, prevention and intervention, victim advocacy and resiliency, and investigation and accountability. Training programs have been developed for command leadership (SAPR-Leadership) and for the fleet as a whole (SAPR-Fleet). The wide-sweeping reach of this initiative ensures that all sailors are motivated and able to intervene to stop sexual assault, said Rear Adm. Martha Herb, director of personnel readiness and community support. Representatives of the Office of the Judge Advocate General's Corps will provide facilitated training on the Secretary of Defense's new initiatives regarding Summary Court-Martial Convening Authority, as well as the new changes to the Uniform Code of Military Justice, as they pertain to SAPR. "In the last fiscal year alone, the Navy received 582 reports of sexual assault, affecting sailors across all ranks. This crime is corrosive to both our morale and to our operational readiness," said Herb. "Just as all sailors are affected, all hands must work together to reduce and ultimately eliminate these crimes." "Both SAPR-L and SAPR-F training will provide our team the critical tools to eliminate sexual assault and promote the Navy's core values of honor, courage and commitment that define our culture of respect and professionalism," continued Herb. NAVADMIN 199/12 details the process for fleet-wide training. Starting July 16, Master Mobile Training Teams (MMTTs) qualified by the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) will deploy globally to provide SAPR-L preparation training to command leadership in fleet concentration areas and locations with significant Navy presence. After receiving the MMTT training, command triads will return to their units and provide SAPR-L training to their khaki leadership (E7 and above) through interactive video and facilitated face-to-face discussions. This two-hour training course is designed to raise leaders' awareness about the reality of sexual assault in the Navy and emphasize their key prevention and response roles, provide leaders with tools and techniques to prevent assaults. To ensure all hands are trained, command leadership will then deliver SAPR-F training to all sailors E6 and below. This training will focus on the importance of bystander intervention and will equip sailors with the knowledge and skills necessary to engage, address and positively affect behavior at the deckplate level. Additional guidance on SAPR-F training will be presented to the fleet in a future message.
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) First class petty officers and chief petty officers assigned to Naval Support Activity Naples conduct physical training June 29 as part of the Chief Petty officer 365 program. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Daniel Viramontes)
For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.
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Navy Exchange gives $42.8 million to MWR From the Navy Exchange Service Command The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) recently released its Fiscal Year 2011 audited financials report, which showed a $42.8 million contribution to Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) over the course of the year. “This contribution is in keeping with NEXCOM’s mission to provide customers with quality goods and services at a savings and to provide quality of life support to Navy MWR,” said Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi, USN, (ret), chief executive officer of NEXCOM. “NEXCOM gives 70 percent of its profits to MWR each year to support Navy quality of life programs. So, customers can save money and support MWR when they shop at a NEX. It’s a win-win for everyone.” Navy MWR uses the dividends from the Navy Exchange in a variety of ways. Installations receive part of the funds for specific installationlevel MWR efforts. The remaining funds are used for MWR capital projects to improve facilities. "The NEX dividend returns some of the local NEX profits to MWR to improve local recreation programs,” said Larry Warnken, deputy program director of fleet readiness for Commander, Naval Installations Command. “Additionally, the dividend provides the MWR central fund with a source of funding that can be applied to non-appropriated fund projects for youth centers, clubs, golf courses and bowling lanes, which cannot receive military construction (MILCON) support. By investing in capitalization of our MWR business-based operations and community support facilities, we provide a tangible demonstration of Navy's commitment to improving quality of life for our sailors and their family members." NEXCOM operates on the retail fiscal year calendar, which in 2011 was January 29, 2011 to January 28, 2012. During that period, NEXCOM generated a total of $2.7 billion in sales. NEXCOM oversees 100 Navy Exchange facilities, as well as 40 Navy Lodges, Ship’s Stores, the Uniform Program Management Office, the Navy Clothing Textile and Research Facility, and the Telecommunications Program Office. NEXs and Navy Lodges operate primarily as a non-appropriated fund business instrumentality. NEXCOM’s mission is to provide authorized customers quality goods and services at a savings and to support quality of life programs for active duty military personnel, retirees, reservists and their families.
Ask the Doctor: Care for school-age children By LTJG Elizabeth Fidler, NC, USN Question: “I have a school-aged child. What appointments does my child need for routine care?” Answer: When your child is school-age, he or she should be examined annually around his or her birth month. Your doctor will check: • Height and weight; • Wellness and vital signs; • Key developmental milestones. High-school athletes require a sports-participation physical, which is usually performed at the annual visit and is good for one year regardless of how many sports are played. If your high-school aged child has had a wellness exam in the past year, you can submit this paperwork to the team nurse, and the physical exam documentation can be prepared without another doctor’s visit. Please plan ahead so that hospital providers can provide the best care possible. Do you have a health question you would like us to answer? We welcome your questions and feedback. Please contact the Naval Hospital Public Affairs Officer at nhnaples-pao@ med.navy.mil. All parents are urged to connect with their provider via the online system RelayHealth and to enroll their children as well. For more information, please speak to a clinic team member or go to www.relayhealth.com.
rear Adm. Ted Branch, commander of Naval Air Force Atlantic, addresses the public regarding the results of an investigation into the F/A-18D Hornet that crashed into an apartment complex in Virginia Beach April 6. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Ernest R. Scott)
Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic releases results of crash investigation By MC2 Ernest R. Scott, Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic Public Affairs
Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic released July 2 the results of an investigation into the April 2012 crash of an F/A18D Hornet into an apartment complex in Virginia Beach. The F/A-18D, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA)-106 and based at Naval Air Station Oceana, was conducting a scheduled training exercise when it suffered a catastrophic mechanical failure shortly after takeoff and crashed into the Mayfair Mews apartment complex in Virginia Beach on April 6, 2012. "I know the process has been challenging for some, especially those who lost their homes and personal belongings," said Rear Adm. Ted Branch, commander of Naval Air Force Atlantic. "But we are all incredibly fortunate that the crash, which occurred on Good Friday, resulted in zero loss of life." The recovery process was a team effort between Navy Region MidAtlantic and Virginia Beach first responders, who quickly began helping the affected residents. Branch believes the emergency response cooperation between the city of Virginia Beach and the Navy is a testament to the close working relationship that they have developed over the years. "I would like to add my thanks to everyone who acted so quickly to assist our aircrew, treat the injured citizens, and help ensure
that all residents of the Mayfair Mews complex were safely evacuated," said Branch. "This exceptional response almost certainly prevented further injury, and perhaps death, to affected citizens and aircrew, and more widespread property damage." The Navy has spent the past several weeks conducting a detailed investigation into the crash to learn what went wrong and how to minimize the chance of such an event from happening in the future. "The aircrew followed their procedures, but given the cascading series of problems and lack of thrust and altitude, continued controlled flight was not possible," said Branch. "It is our view that the aircrew's assessments were reasonable given the initial indications, and their actions were in accordance with training and procedure." The investigation, which was conducted by Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic’s Judge Advocate General Manual, found that the crash occurred as a result of two significant, unrelated engine malfunctions: the first at takeoff and the second shortly after takeoff. The right engine failed due to ingestion of fuel into the right intake. The left engine afterburner failed to light when selected by the pilot after the right engine malfunction. Postmishap analysis indicates the likely cause was failure of an electrical component, but several of the suspected components
were damaged beyond the point of conclusive analysis in the crash and subsequent fire. "While I recognize that these gaps are less than satisfying, we have a high degree of confidence in the F/A-18 airframe, and in the F404-GE-400 engine in the legacy Hornet," said Branch. "The U.S. Navy has been flying the F/A-18 Hornet for more than 30 years, and we have found it to be an extremely safe and reliable aircraft." According to the Naval Safety Center, there has been a steady decline in the overall mishap rate for Naval aircraft, and the Hornet mishap rate has followed this trend. The Naval Safety Center's data indicate that the reliability of the F404-GE-400 engine has been exceptionally good over the life of the F/A-18 program. "We are confident that we can continue to conduct safe operations with the F/A-18, both here in Virginia Beach and around the world," said Branch. "Our concern is not just for our pilots and aircrew, but for our community. We operate every day with this in mind, and we are focused every day on ensuring that we have the best aircraft, operated by the best aircrew, conducting safe operations. We can accept nothing less." For more information, visit www.navy.mil, www.facebook.com/ usnavy, or www.twitter.com/ usnavy. For more news from Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic, visit www.navy.mil/local/ comnavairlant.
Navy Exchange alters return policy From the The Navy Exchange Service Command
The Navy Exchange (NEX) has adjusted its return policy to make it easier for customers. Effective immediately, the NEX will no longer collect customer information, such as name, address and telephone number, when processing a refund with a receipt. Now, customers returning merchandise with the original receipt will receive either cash back or a refund to their credit card, depending on how the original purchase was made. “This change was implemented to improve the shopping experience by speeding up the transaction and making sure the customer is
satisfied with their purchase,” said Richard Dow, Navy Exchange Service Command’s senior vice president of store operations. “We are continually reviewing our processes and procedures to make the customers’ shopping experience easier.” Customers returning merchandise without the original receipt will continue to receive a NEX Gift Card with the refunded amount. NEX revenues generated are used to support Navy Morale, Welfare, and Recreation programs. In Fiscal Year 2011, $2.7 billion in sales were generated, with $42.8 million in dividends provided to Navy MWR programs.
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The Criminal Investigative Division at Commander, Navy region Hawaii displays examples of seized synthetic drugs, commonly known as "Spice," as part of an awareness campaign and training against their usage. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Mark Logico)
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Vehicle Break-In (off base). On June 27 at approximately 9 p.m., CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred earlier that day in Lago Patria, Italy. Victim stated that he had parked his vehicle by the beach, and upon returning to his vehicle approximately 15 minutes later he noticed his vehicle had been broken into. Upon conducting a full inventory of his vehicle, he noticed multiple items were missing.
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Vehicle Break-In (off base). On June 25 at approximately 10:35 a.m., CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred June 23 in Giugliano, Italy. Victim stated that he had parked and secured his vehicles in his driveway earlier in the night, and upon returning to his vehicles he noticed that they had been broken into. After conducting an inventory of both of his vehicles, he noticed that multiple items were missing and there was damage to both vehicles.
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injected. They can have adverse effects on the heart, circulation and the nervous system similar to the effects of ecstasy or cocaine, and can result in a lethal overdose. The unlawful possession or use by Department of the Navy personnel of controlled substance analogues (designer drugs), natural substances, chemicals wrongfully used as inhalants, propellants, prescribed or over-the-counter medication or pharmaceutical compounds with the intent to induce intoxication is prohibited via SECNAVINST 5300.28D. Violators are subject to punitive action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, Article 92. The Navy's Synthetic Drug Testing Operating Guide is posted on the Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Office website, and contains procedures for commands to request synthetic drug testing and synthetic drug testing information. The Navy's zero-tolerance policy toward drug use is a key contributor to the readiness area of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine. To view the guide or for more news from the Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Office, visit www.nadap.navy.mil.
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the synthetic drug testing program is conducted under command direction and by unit or subunit sweep. NCIS will be notified of every positive sample for possible further investigation, with a view toward potential disciplinary or adverse administrative action by the service member's command. Spice is a synthetic chemical compound that is sold as herbal incense and mimics the effects of the drug marijuana. A ban was placed on five synthetic cannabis compounds commonly found in the designer drug Spice. The compounds are also sold under different names. Some of the short-term effects of these substances include auditory and visual hallucinations, painless head pressure, panic attacks, time distortion and delirium. Longterm effects from the designer drug can include permanent physical impairment, mental illness or death. Bath salts, another synthetic chemical compound, are sold under the common names Vanilla Sky, Ivory Wave, Pure Ivory, Purple Wave, Charge+, Ocean Burst, and Sextacy. Bath salts are a potentially addictive powdered substance that is snorted, smoked or
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The Navy's implementation of synthetic drug testing for synthetic chemical compounds like "Spice" and "Bath Salts" is helping the service close ranks on sailors who use these prohibited and dangerous substances, officials said July 2. "Navy has zero tolerance for drug abuse,” said Rear Adm. Tony Kurta, director of military personnel plans and policy. “Drug abuse, including use of designer drugs and synthetic compounds, by members of the Navy is incompatible with high standards of performance, military discipline, and readiness as embodied by 21st Century Sailors and Marines." Navy reviews its testing of synthetic compounds continuously, and also continually responds to production of new controlled and synthetic compounds, changing testing procedures to keep pace with the changes being made by producers. Navy has analyzed more than 3,300 urine samples for synthetic chemical compounds since testing began in March, with 101 samples testing positive. Authorized testing under
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Obtaining your Sojourner Permit Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country. All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature is required at the time of application. NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT. As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L. Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 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. (On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.
Stolen Vehicle (off base). On June 30 at approximately 8 p.m., E-5/USN reported a vehicle theft that had occurred earlier that day in Naples, Italy. Victim stated he parked and secured his vehicle, and upon returning to it he found that the vehicle was missing. Vehicle Break-In (off base). On June 30 at approximately 11:25 p.m., E-7/USN reported a vehicle break-in that had occurred earlier that day in Gricignano, Italy. Victim stated that he parked and secured his vehicle, and upon returning to it he found the passenger side window broken. Upon conducting a full inventory of his vehicle, he found that no items were missing. Assault (off base). On July 1 at approximately 9:12 a.m., CIV reported an assault that occurred June 30 in Naples, Italy. Victim stated that while attending the tattoo convention in downtown Naples, another individual had consumed too much alcohol and assaulted him.
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The festival concluded with a bang with a fireworks display at 10 p.m. Sunday night. MWR would thank the following sponsors and performing groups for their help in putting on this year’s event: The Navy Exchange, Enzo Buono Photography, Giulio Cordua S.r.l., the USO, Elefantino Sport S.r.l., Navy Entertainment, Armed Forces Entertainment, Star Marketing Sales, Flashback, Ronnie Nix, Under the Covers, Roby and the American Country Band, and the E’ssential Band.
U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Manny Taveras (middle) hits a ground ball to third base in a softball tournament held as part of the Festa Americana celebration at Carney Park.
The Willy Pete Band performs live at the Festa Americana June 30. (U.S. Navy photos by MC3 Josh Bennett)
People dance and enjoy the music being played at Naval Support Activity Naples' Festa Americana event June 30.
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NEW LINK: http://cnic.navy.mil/ Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm. The Human Resources Office is located at Capo Admin I, 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: On Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, the following HRO services will be open only 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 For a current list of U.S. vacancies and application process information visit our website at: http://cnic.navy. mil/Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm CLOSING JULY 7 Supv IT Specialist (PLCYPLN/ INET), GS-2210-13, ANN#EUR12367560-EG, Full Time Permanent CLOSING JULY 12 Administrative Support Specialist, GS-0301-09, ANN#EUR12317224-AG-R1, Full Time Permanent Accountant, GS-0510-13, ANN# EUR12-378393-SC, Full Time Permanent Telecommunications Specialist, GS-0391-12, ANN#EUR12-373313SC, Full Time Permanent SAVI Program Coordinator, GS0101-11, ANN#EUR12-375615-AG, Full Time Permanent Transportation Assistant (Passenger), GS-2102-05 KPP GS2102-06, ANN#EUR12-379695-AG, Full Time Permanent
Field Representative needed at the University of Maryland University College office at Capodichino. Progress towards an associate's degree is required with a minimum of 30 semester hours undergraduate work preferred. Internal and local applicants only. Contact the local UMUC office for a copy of the job announcement at 081-568-6673/6674/6675 or visit the website www.ed.umuc.edu and look under "Employment." Veterinary technicians are wanted at the Naples Veterinary Treatment Facility. For more information, stop by Bldg. 2088 next to the Fire Station at the Support Site, or call 081-811-7913. Community Bank seeks a Banking Center Service Supervisor at Naval Support Activity Naples Capodichino. To apply online, please use the “Careers” link at www.dodcommunitybank.com, or submit your resume to pia.krucker@dodcommunitybank.com. The USO Naples seeks an Information Specialist for its Support Site Center. The Information Specialist will deliver customer service and support to military families and sailors at the USO Center as well as provide assistance with USO Naples programs, services, event and fleet support. To apply for this position please log on to http://www. uso.org/careers. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact USO Director Ms. Sabrina Pullido at sabrina.pullido@uso.it or 081-568-2914. U.S. Naval Hospital Naples has an opening for one full-time contract infection prevention and control nurse in Quality Management. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and must possess an active license in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory. To apply, please e-mail your resume to Ms. Paola Gargiulo at paola.gargiulo.it@med.navy.mil. Application deadline is July 6.
LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS For a current list of LN vacancies and application process information visit our NEW website at: http:// cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/ index.htm
CLOSING JULY 19 Electronics Technician, GS0856-12, ANN#EUR12-380717-SC, Full Time Permanent Program Assistant, GS-0344-06, ANN#EUR12-378317-SC, Full Time Permanent
CLOSING JULY 12 Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, Q-0018-Q1, ANN# 62588-308431-AG, Full Time Permanent
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CLOSING JULY 19 Emergency Dispatcher, Ua-030306, ANN#62588-380655-AG, Full Time Permanent. Area of consideration: Current NSA permanent employees only.
Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN# EUR12-223833-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent CANCELLED Program Manager, GS-0340-13, ANN#EUR12-352011-EG, Full Time Permanent Social Services Program Analyst, GS-0101-13, ANN#EUR12257181-EG, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Realty Specialist, GS-1170-14, ANN#EUR12-369596AV, Full Time Permanent
COURTESY U.S. VACANCY ANNOUCEMENTS Percussion instructor(s) needed for marching band percussion line. Experience in marching a plus. If interested contact Gary Marvel, director of Naples High School’s bands, at 340-681-3432 or gary.marvel@eu. dodea.edu. Field Academic Advisor sought at the University of Maryland University College Capodichino office. A bachelor's degree is required and a master's degree is preferred. Travel to other UMUC sites is required. Internal and local applicants only. Contact the local UMUC office for a copy of the job announcement at 081-568-6673/ 6674/6675 or visit the website www.ed.umuc.edu and look under "Employment."
If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-568-5409. You can also contact the HRO Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/ Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkin gHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO Representative is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8 to 9 a.m. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is July 16, 2012.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: https://www.cnic.
navy.mil/Naples/FleetAndFamily Readiness/AboutFleetAndFamily Readiness/Jobs/index.htm The necessary application forms are also available on line. For any questions you have you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.
NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child Program Assistant, CY1702-I/II, ANN#12-083, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Capodichino/Support Site. Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Youth Program Assistant, CY1702-I/II, ANN#12-084, (Multiple Positions) flexible/regular Youth Programs, Support Site/Carney Park. 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 PreTeen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guardian. 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#12-002, 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#12-037, flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site. Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons. 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. Food Service Worker, NA-740804, ANN#12-035, 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. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-104, 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. Open until filled.
Recreation Assistant, NF-018901/02, ANN#12-105, flexible, MWR Gaeta. Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program and as such, must continually present information in a highly professional and customer friendly style. Open until filled. Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN#12062 (Multiple positions) flexible full time (seasonal employment), Aquatics Division, Carney Park/ Support Site. Works as instructor, safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. 1st cut off date: 03/23/2012 and subsequent cut-off every 14 days. Open until filled.
CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITION Education Technician, NF-170203, ANN#12-124, regular full time, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Naples. Assist with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate SAC and CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served.First cut off date is 07/17/2012, with subsequent cut-off every 14 days. Closing date: 09/03/2012.
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5252/5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https://www. NavyExchange.jobs.
U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#120001FO Supervisory Sales Clerk/D5A/NF-01/RFT. Closes: 07/06/2012. Pay Rate: $9.00-$12.00. Responsible for supervising a group of associates that sell cosmetic merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques.
Ann#120000VL Supervisory Sales Clerk/SL Ladies/NF-02/RFT. Closes: 07/06/12. Pay Rate: $10.00-$12.00. Supervises associates engaged in selling, stocking, and merchandising a variety of ladies apparel. Ann#120001EU Sales Clerk/D4/ NF-01/Flex. Closes: 07/06/12 Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling accessories (watches and sunglasses) to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Ann#120001EY Sales Clerk/E2A/ NF-01/Flex. Closes: 07/06/12. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling men’s apparel merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Ann#120000BN Cashier Checker/ CC/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Associate operates cash registers to record sales in retail check out areas. DISTRIBUTION CENTER, GRICIGNANO No Vacancies CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#120000B4 Sales Clerk/MM/ NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. LATINA MINI MART Ann#120001GE Retail Annex Operator/MM/NF-02/RFT. Closes: 07/06/2012. Pay Rate: $10.00-14.00. Responsible for supervising a group of associates that sell general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Ann#120001GD Sales Clerk/MM/ NF-01/Flex. Closes: 07/06/12. Pay Rate: $8.00-$10.00 Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. GRICIGNANO MINI MART No Vacancies JFC-NATO MINI MART No Vacancies
LOCAL NATIONAL POSITIONS No Vacancies