Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military communities in italy
57th year, No. 43
Friday, November 16, 2012
A medieval town reborn
Got talent? USO art show seeks submissions By Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor
he USO is sponsoring an art show aboard Naval Support Activity Naples and is looking for submissions through Nov. 19. The art show, called “Mosaic,” is the brainchild of Information Systems Technician First Class Abel Aguirre, who is an artist himself. He said he wanted to create an event that could show everyone on base how talented their friends, colleagues and neighbors are. “The art show is designed to celebrate the diversity of art — different artistic personalities, styles and aesthetics in one venue,” Aguirre said. “That is where the name ‘Mosaic’ comes in. It's a diversity of artists in one show, whether its oil paintings of puppies, intricate basket weaving, or graffiti art — it’s about artists celebrating their passions with each other and with the public.” Civilian government employees, military members and their dependents are invited to submit their work through Monday, Nov. 19. The show is accepting many different kinds of media, including sculpture, sketches, paintings, photographs, graffiti art and graphic design. “The USO Mosaic event embraces all arts,” said Luisa Mazzella, USO Naples operations manager. “We are looking for painters, photographers, sketchers, graffiti artists, and sculptors, etc. to participate in our showcase.” The art show will be held Friday, Dec. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Navy Exchange Mall on the Support Site. No art pieces will be available for sale, but the show will be accompanied by a wine and chocolate tasting. “The entire USO Naples volunteer committee is working hard for the success of this, hoping that everyone in the Naples community will enjoy seeing some unique masterpieces,” Mazzella said. “We are sure that everyone will be truly impressed with the art work of some of our service men and women during our Dec. 7 premiere.” Artists who would like to participate in the art show should contact Abel Aguirre at abel.aguirre@eu.navy.mil or at 081-568-6016. More contact information and details can be found at the USO Naples Facebook page. The deadline for signing up is Nov. 19.
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the town of Sant'Angelo dei Lombardi in the Avellino province of Campania was leveled by the Irpinia earthquake in 1980. Rather than being rebuilt as a modern city, the town was painstakingly reconstructed to retain its identity as a medieval hill town. this weekend, the town hosts its annual "Sagra della Sagre" ("Festival of Festivals"), which showcases local products. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)
'Cans for Capo' food drive to help Italian homeless shelter By MC3 Caitlin Conroy, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
he Quality of Life program at U.S. Naval Hospital Branch Clinic Capodichino has spent the past two weeks collecting canned food to give to a local Italian homeless shelter. The canned food drive, which began Oct. 31 and ended Nov. 15 aboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, will help bring food to the Centro Fernandez homeless shelter. All the donated goods will be delivered to the shelter today. “We’ve had a huge response from the community on base here as far as donating canned food,” said Hospital Corpsman Jamie Kozlowski, a member of the Quality of Life program at the Capodichino Clinic. As of Wednesday, the drive had collected 510 cans of food, and organizers were hoping to have a total of 700 cans by the time Thursday’s donations were counted. The drive has received a great deal of
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support from base leaders, including Capt. Scott Gray, NSA Naples’ commanding officer, and Master Chief Charles Collins, NSA Naples command master chief, Kozlowski said. “Even Capt. Gray and Command Master Chief Collins stopped what they were doing to help donate and spread the word about this cause,” Kozlowski said. Collection boxes were set up outside of the Navy Exchange, inside the Capodichino Clinic and on the NSA quarterdeck during lunch from roughly 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Acceptable food items included canned food goods, spices and any nonperishable food items. After only one week of collecting donations, sailors with the clinic’s Quality of Life program had already surpassed some of the goals they set for the entire length of the food drive, said Hospital Corpsman Vito Perrino, the Capodichino Clinic Quality of Life president. see CANS FOR CAPO Page 5
Hospital Corpsman Vito Perrino (left) receives canned goods from Master-at-Arms Seaman Christopher Bastien Nov. 8 during the “Cans for Capo” food drive aboard Naval Support Activity Naples. (Photo by MC3 Caitlin Conroy)
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Weekly crime statistics Review what happened between Nov. 5 and Nov. 11. Page 9
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Donate your old phone to help deployed troops Page 13
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Captain’s Corner By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer
Last weekend, one of our employees, Mr. Pau from the Security Department, suffered a family tragedy involving the loss of his young daughter and the serious injury of his son in a car accident. On Tuesday, I attended the heartbreaking funeral service for his daughter. The son remains in the hospital with very serious and lifechanging injuries. We offer our deepest condolences to the family and extend our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, it is most fitting to recognize those who embody the resilience and generosity that makes this community strong: our volunteers and supportive families. Without their support, especially now with dwindling budgets, we rely on them heavily as the foundation of many of our community activities and programs. They counsel and instruct service members and coach our kids in various sports and clubs. They comprise our many volunteers at family advocacy organizations, such as the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society and Red Cross, as well as the thrift store. Our families are the backbone of this community. Their unwavering commitment was evident again this week for single service members during the USO Taste of Home Night “Thanksgiving Edition” at Capodichino. Each year, the event relies on volunteers and dishes donated by members of the community, and on Thursday everyone came through. Thanks to everyone who participated for your generous support of this important initiative. Please continue to remember our single and unaccompanied service members this holiday season and include them in your plans. The holidays are a difficult time when away from friends and family. Let’s ensure that no one gets left behind this season. For any single and unaccompanied service member without holiday plans, Morale, Welfare and Recreation has scheduled a delicious Thanksgiving meal Nov. 22 at the Liberty Center. While the holidays offer more time to relax, travel and enjoy friends and family, they can also strain personal finances if we’re not careful. Financial hardship is common during this time of year, so I strongly encourage anyone needing help to seek assistance from your command financial specialist, the Fleet and Family Support Center, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, or Military OneSource. Prudent management of personal finances is essential to unit readiness and directly affects our ability to achieve the mission. Even if you are not in need of immediate help, you should have a budget for gifts, entertaining, traveling, etc. Be sure to account for easy-to-forget expenses such as shipping items back home, serving holiday meals and traveling by car. If you plan to remain in the Naples area this holiday period, set aside time to attend the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, which is scheduled for Dec. 6 at the Support Site. This event, slated to feature a holiday concert and social, will be a great evening for families. On the following day at Capodichino, we will hold a ceremony in remembrance of those who died during the attack on Pearl Harbor 71 years ago. I invite the community to join us in honoring those who faithfully served before us with honor, courage and commitment. Their unwavering efforts on that December day were not in vain, nor are today’s sacrifices of our service members and families. We have much to be thankful for here in Naples – gracious Italian hosts, a vital role in providing support to forces across the globe, and a vibrant network of family volunteers who enable our readiness. If I don’t see you before Thanksgiving Day, please know that I wish you and your loved ones a happy one!
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CAPODICHINO TO LOSE POWER NOV. 17 The Naval Support Activity Naples Public Works Department has scheduled a base-wide power outage to occur at Capodichino Saturday, Nov. 17 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. This outage will support the upgrade of the Capodichino main substation, which will enable the start up of the photovoltaic system. Those buildings currently supported by a back-up generator will only observe a short disruption during the transfer to generator power; however, all other buildings can expect full power loss during the 12hour period. A back-up generator will be brought in for residents of the Bachelor Enlisted Quarters and Navy Gateway Inns and Suites. Workers who have offices at Capodichino should take the time to clean out their refrigerators and freezers and secure equipment prior to departing Friday. The Public Works Department Full Service Desk will continue normal operations during this outage and can be contacted if any unexpected facilities issues arise. IMPORTANT DODDS DATES Nov. 17: Flea Market/Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 17: Pictures with Santa, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 17: Cell Phones for Soldiers collection, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 22-23: No school — Happy Thanksgiving! Nov. 27: Middle School Honor Roll at 8:15 a.m. Nov. 29: High School Honor Roll at 8:15 a.m. Dec. 1: Music Boosters Family Portrait Day Dec. 10: Advanced Band & Jazz Band Performance Dec. 11: Beginning and Intermediate Orchestra Performance Dec. 11: Beginning and Intermediate Band Performance Dec. 12: Middle & High School Choirs Performance CHANGE IN SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE NOV. 26 The Naples shuttle bus schedule will change Monday, Nov. 26. Beginning Nov. 26, service to the Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) base in Bagnoli will stop and service to the JFC headquarters in Lago Patria will begin. As a result of this change, there will be slight time changes during the middle of the day for all shuttle bus sites, so ensure you get a copy of the new schedule prior to Nov. 26. Schedules will be available beginning Nov. 14 at base libraries; USO centers; Information, Tours and Travel offices; the Navy Gateway Inns and Suites at Capodichino; the Navy Lodge at the Support Site; the military air terminal at Capodichino; bachelor housing locations; the Liberty Center; and at Public Works Department Bldg. 407. You
can direct any questions about the new service to the Public Works Department at shuttlebusnaples@eu.navy.mil. NON-POTABILITY NOTICE ISSUED IN GAETA DUE TO HIGH TURBIDITY The town of Gaeta declared the Gaeta water system nonpotable Nov. 5 because of an increase in turbidity levels. Those working or living in the affected areas are encouraged to use bottled water for drinking, preparing food, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice and for pets. For more information, see the complete public health notice posted on the NSA Naples Facebook page, or contact the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Preventive Medicine Office at 081-811-6299. HOLIDAY MAILING DEADLINES AND HOURS Starting Monday, Nov. 19, all base post offices will begin extending hours for the holiday mailing season. The Fleet Mail Center at Capodichino will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; meanwhile, the Support Site post office will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. In addition, the post office at Allied Joint Force Command Naples will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. These hours will continue through Dec. 24, with the exception of the period surrounding Thanksgiving, when the post offices will be closed. To ensure packages coming to or from the United States reach their destination by Christmas Day, be sure to mail them before the following deadlines: Space Available Mail: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nov. 26 Priority Mail (APP): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dec. 10 Letter/First Class Mail: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dec. 10 Express Mail (EMMS):. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dec. 17 Base post office personnel recommend that you and your loved ones purchase insurance and get tracking numbers for any packages being mailed to or from the United States. That way, if your package is delayed, lost or damaged during the busy holiday mailing season, you have a means to locate it or get reimbursement.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES All base post offices will be closed from Thursday, Nov. 22 through Sunday, Nov. 25 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Additionally, all clinics at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will be closed Friday, Nov. 23. Emergency services and the multiservice ward will operate normally. You can reach your primary care provider via the Relay Health secure messaging system at www.relayhealth.com, seek information from the nurse advice line at 800Report fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement in 877-660, or visit the Medical Home Port Navy activities to: website at http://www.med.navy.mil/ Office of the Inspector General, Naples, Italy sites/napoli/ Pages/MedHome.aspx. Leave a recorded message 24/7:...........................081-568-2983 The Fleet and Family Support Center will also be closed Friday, Nov. 23. Speak to the CNREURAFSWA Investigator: ......081-568-2600
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CORRECTION The Nov. 9 issue of Panorama misspelled the first name of Capt. Clay Saunders in the story "An international tribute to veterans" on Page 13. Panorama regrets the error.
Special Note: In light of the tragic loss suffered by a member of the Security Department, the department is taking donations in lieu of flowers to help the family in their time of need. Donations at Capodichino can be sent to Tiziana Chianese and Carmen De Cristofaro at Security Department Building 403, next to the fire Station. Chianese and Cristofaro can be reached by phone during working hours at 081-568-5599 or 081-568-5549. Donations can also be delivered to Diana Di Rocco at the Support Site Pass & ID Office. She can be reached by phone at 081-8114264 during working hours. Please keep the Pau family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Naples 2012 births • SEPTEMBER • SEPT. 3: Joseph Edward Durika, 8 pounds and 9 ounces, son of LCDR Elizabeth A. Durika and LCDR Nathan A. Durika SEPT. 11 Murphy Katsuo Ho’okele Lawton, 7 pounds and 12.2 ounces, son of LT Amelia E. Lawton and LT Alexander R. Lawton
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OCT. 2: Elizabeth Maunee' Carney, 7 pounds and11 ounces, daughter of SSG Erika E. Estell and SFC Cedrick T. Carney OCT. 2 Keidan Jun Alessandro Wilson, 7 pounds and14 ounces, son of Erica M. Wilson and LCDR William M. Wilson Jr. OCT. 7 Aleena Elisabeth Turner, 7 pounds and 4 ounces, daughter of Nermina Turner and SFC Andrew J. Turner OCT. 12 Madison Leigh Felgere, 6 pounds and15.1 ounces, daughter of Tiffany M. Felgere and HM2 Brian Felgere OCT. 12 Sofia Renee Frick, 7 pounds and 10 ounces, daughter of Jessinia Frick and Mr. Jason M. Frick OCT. 13 Jannis Mathewo D'Onofrio, 6 pounds and 2 ounces, son of Lieselotte D'Onofrio and GE/NATO Rocco S. D'Onofrio OCT. 15 Lia Marie Geilenkirchen, 7 pounds and 10 oun-
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FOR FLEET ces, daughter of Anna Kira Geilenkirchen and GE/NATO Jan T. Geilenkirchen Charlie Dean Pastin, 7 pounds and 5.3 ounces, son of Laura L. Pastin and MU2 Christopher M. Pastin Jackson Frederick Delmar, 7 pounds and 2 ounces, son of Tracy B. Delmar and LCDR William G. Delmar Ethan Francis DonovanTocino, 7 pounds and 2 ounces, son of Sara T. Rodriguez and LCDR Sean P. Donovan John Trevor Hansen, 9 pounds and12.1 ounces, son of Manuela Hansen Chavez and IS2 Trevor A. Hansen Emilynn Rene Wall, 7 lbs and 1.6 ounces, daughter of Kaitun R. Wall and PO3 Gregory Z. Wall Alessandra Christy Morgan, 6 pounds and 6 ounces, daughter of ABH2 Heidi M. Morgan Nicolas John-Paul Ford, 8 pounds, son of Melissa D. Ford and LCDR Joseph J. Ford Jr. Connor Benjamin Paul, 7 pounds and 9 ounces, son of LCDR Jenny Louise K. Paul and Mr. David A. Paul Eva Sofia Hurrell, 7 pounds and13 ounces, daughter of Ivana Hurrell and Mr. David V. Hurrell Rhyan Amilyah Dalrymple, 9 pounds and 8.6 ounces, daughter of HM2 Stacy M. Dalrymple and HM2 Joshua S. Dalrymple Aleyah Suzanne Allaban, 8 pounds and 12.7 ounces, daughter of Tiffany L. Pinter and LT Musaad H. Allaban
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Naples archbishop bans Camorra members from churches The Archbishop of Naples, Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, spoke to journalists ahead of a silent protest march to commemorate innocent victims of the Neapolitan Camorra crime organization last Friday. He told reporters that he ordered his clergy to ban members of the mafia from entering the church even if dead, unless they repent.
Italian economy, austerity measures trigger protests in Naples, Rome and Turin On Monday, police in Naples fired tear gas after student protesters hurled bottles and stones during the visit of Italian Labor Minister Elsa Fornero and her German counterpart Ursula von der Leyen. Police pushed the protesters inside the entrance of the engineering university, where tear gas and small explosions went off. Students were protesting against poor labor conditions in Italy, where youth unemployment is 35 percent and even higher in the south. The minister chose to visit Naples to give a positive message to a city where the problems of youth are serious, she said. She also added that apprenticeships are the key for new graduates to transition into the workforce. Elsewhere in Italy, three police officers were injured in Rome during the European austerity strike on Wednesday when protesters hurled rocks at police who set up a barricade in front of the prime minister’s office. Also in Turin, a policeman was badly injured after being attacked by youths during an anti-austerity protest.
America’s Cup returning to Naples The first America’s Cup World Series event of 2013 will be held in Naples from April 16 to 21. Naples hosted the America’s Cup World Series in April 2012 with the debut of the Italian Luna Rossa Challenge
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team, which won the fleet racing and finished second in the match racing. The events of the America’s Cup drew more than 500,000 spectators to the Naples waterfront in April 2012. Following the April 2013 races in Naples, the 2012-2013 America’s Cup World Series will finish with two events in the United States at the end of May.
More than half of tourists say cypress trees are essential to Tuscan landscape In a study conducted by the school of agriculture at Florence University, 53 percent of tourists staying in Florence, Siena, Grosseto, Lucca and Pisa expressed their opinion that Tuscany wouldn’t be Tuscany without its characteristic cypress trees. The popular region of central Italy is known for its rolling hills and lines of tall, slim cypresses, which are typical of the landscape. More than 41 percent of tourists surveyed said that the region’s cypress trees are “fundamental,” and added that Tuscany would lose its appeal and attract fewer visitors if they were taken away.
Italian libraries to receive additional funding to safeguard books In the midst of today’s public spending crunch, Italian national libraries will receive an extra €6.6 million to ensure the security and structural integrity of Italian cultural treasures. More than 20 public libraries will receive the benefit, including the Girolamini library in Naples, where earlier this year hundreds of antique books and manuscripts disappeared from its shelves. Five suspects were arrested in connection with the crime, including the library’s prestigious director. Other famous libraries in Italy include the Central National Library of Rome, the Central National Library of Florence, the Marciana Library of Venice, and the Turin Royal Library.
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NOVEMBER EVENTS 16 NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB BRIEFING The Napoli Nation Fan Club is a new command-sponsored organization that helps members attend SSC Napoli soccer games and promotes intercultural relations. The group will hold a Base Community Briefing in the Capodichino Theater at noon Friday, Nov. 16. Come find out how to become an official member and learn about membership benefits. 17 CELL PHONES FOR SOLDIERS DONATIONS The Naples High School Chapter of The National Honor Society is asking area residents to donate gently-used cellular phones to the non-profit Cell Phones for Soldiers Inc. The nonprofit recycles the phones and uses the proceeds to purchase international phone cards for troops serving overseas. Residents can donate their phones at Naples High School on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a drop-off station in the school cafeteria as part of the Booster Club Flea Market. 17 ZOMBIE 5K RUN Joint the zombie apocalypse during this 5K run at the Support Site Saturday, Nov. 17. Proceeds from the run will benefit the U.S. Naval Hospital Junior Enlisted Association. Participants will be outfitted with capture-the-flag belts, and will be tasked with outrunning a horde of zombies who are trying to snatch their flags. If you prefer, you can participate as a zombie instead of as a runner. Zombies must arrive at 2:30 p.m. the day of the race to be prepped with fake blood, while runners should arrive by 4:30 p.m. Registration costs $8; registration with shirt purchase is $15. FMI, call HN Nikolas Garhartt at 340-224-4448 or 081-811-6191, or call SFC Jones at 081-721-2081. 17 “SANTA PAWS” PHOTO SESSIONS FOR CHARITY Get a miniportrait session with your pet for $20 and $10 of the cost will go toward Animals Without Limits, a group that runs an animal hospice in Lago Patria. Donate a bag of dog or cat food and receive a complimentary 5-inch-by-7-inch portrait. Photo sessions will take place from 1 to 9 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center. To schedule a session, call Breezy Cranford at 342-362-4584. 18 MT. VESUVIUS RACE Run a 2K, 5K or 10K race up Mt. Vesuvius Sunday, Nov. 18 and take part in a 27-year tradition of tackling the famous mountain. The 10K race starts at 10 a.m. on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius near a restaurant called Ristorante Gianni al Vesuvio. The race will end about noon near the main car park at the Mt. Vesuvius summit. For more information, contact mountvesuviusrace@hotmail.com or race organizer Cpl. Jordan Jones at 348-452-8750. 19 DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IN USO ART SHOW Calling all sculptors, painters, potters, sketchers, graffiti artists and graphic designers! The USO is seeking artists to participate in "Mosaic," an art event created to showcase the hidden talents within our military community. The gallery show will be Friday, Dec. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Navy Exchange mall at the Support Site; the deadline to sign up to reserve your space is Nov. 19. For more information or to participate, contact IT1 Abel Aguirre at 081-568-6016 or abel.aguirre@eu.navy.mil. 28 BLUE CHRISTMAS REMEMBRANCE SERVICE Parents who have lost infants are invited to this service at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, which will take place from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28 in the chapel on the second floor of the hospital. This service will provide a time and a space for reflections, and a few words to comfort mothers, fathers, siblings and caregivers. Those who would like to participate can e-mail USNHNaplesBlue Christmas@med.navy.mil. Please RSVP no later than Nov. 23. 30 PRAXIS TEST REGISTRATION The last day to register with the Navy College Office for the Jan. 24, 2013 PRAXIS test is Nov. 30. Questions? Call or visit the Navy College Office, located on the main floor of the Admin II building at Capodichino. You can also contact 081568-6684/6678 or nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.
DECEMBER EVENTS 13 MONTHLY BABY BASICS CLASS offered by NMCRS Visiting Nurses. Next class is from 9 a.m. to noon Dec.13 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 081-568-3913.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED LA MIMOSA THRIFT STORE, run by the Allied Spouses Club (ASC) at Allied Joint Force Command Naples, is seeking volunteers and donations. The store is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For questions or further information, please contact Erika at thriftstoremanager@ascnaples.net. TUTORING OPPORTUNITY Do you want to work hands-on with collegeoriented students? Do you want to make a difference in a student's life? Naples Middle/High School is looking for motivated community members with college experience to become AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutors. Training will be provided. Please contact Vice Principal David Martin at david.martin@eu.dodea.edu or AVID Counselor Joseph Selina at selina.joseph@eu.dodea.edu. ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS! Are you interested in taking photos of Naples Elementary School students during the 2012-2013 school year? Contact Dr. Johnson at 081-811-4159 or donita.Johnson@ eu.dodea.edu.
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the “Running of the Mo’s” 5K aboard the Naval Support Activity Support Site Nov. 15 helped raise money for the Movember Foundation, which supports organizations such as the Prostate Cancer Foundation and the LiveStrong Foundation. (Photos by Scott Wulwick)
‘Running of the Mo’s’ benefits prostate cancer research By Melissa Kabukuru
early 100 runners turned out Saturday, Nov. 15 for “Running of the Mo’s,” a 5K aboard the Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Support Site that raised money for prostate cancer research. The event was part of the global movement of “Movember,” a campaign that encourages men to grow a mustache in November to raise awareness for men’s health issues. Proceeds from the run benefitted the Movember Foundation, which in turn
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supports organizations such as the Prostate Cancer Foundation and the LiveStrong Foundation. Participants young and old, male and female sported mustaches during the race, which was sponsored by the Command, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) First Class Petty Officer Association. Some male runners grew a mustache the natural way, while others wore fake mustaches that were handed out at the event. Women and children also showed their support by donning fake mustaches during the run.
Above: You didn’t have to be able to grow a mustache to participate in the “Running of the Mo’s” 5K Nov. 15. the event, which raised money for prostate cancer research, was sponsored by the Command, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) First Class Petty Officer Association. Left: Many donned fake mustaches during the “Running of the Mo’s” 5K aboard the Naval Support Activity Naples Support Site Nov. 15. during the global campaign of “Movember,” men are encouraged to grow mustaches to draw attention to men’s health issues such as prostate cancer.
Left: As part of the global “Movember” movement, members of the Naval Support Activity Naples community participated in a mustachethemed 5K run aboard the Support Site Nov. 15. (Photo by Scott Wulwick)
Panorama November 16, 2012
After Hurricane Sandy, base post offices return to normal By MC2 (SW) John Herman, Navy Public Affairs Support ElementEast Detachment Europe
ail service aboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples has returned to normal after several days of delays that occurred as a result of Hurricane Sandy. During the last days of October, Hurricane Sandy devastated the east coast of the United States. It made landfall in Atlantic City, New Jersey and temporarily halted all outgoing mail. Mail being sent to military members serving in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East is collected at the postal mailing center in Newark, New Jersey and then shipped overseas by airplane or ship from New York City. Both cities were affected by the hurricane. The post office at NSA Naples Capodichino is the main receiving center for all incoming mail for NSA Naples. As recently as last week, the large shelves in the sorting room, usually stocked full with new mail, were almost empty. But by Nov. 9, service had returned to normal levels, according to the U.S. Postal Service. “We normally receive four to five cans of mail a night.” said Sebastian Staten, the postal officer at Capodichino. “When Sandy hit, we received none.” A can is the standard shipping
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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 Friday, Nov 16 — SHOPPING IN VOMERO AREA (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Departs from the Support Site) A trip to the hill of Vomero. Includes a stop at a cameo store to see how cameos are made, as well as a visit to Christmas Alley. Requires prior purchase of two U3 (Unico Campania) bus tickets from Information, Tours and Travel.
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LEGAL ASSISTANCE AT SUPPORT SITE FFSC (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Legal assistance appointments are performed by a attorney from the Naval Legal Services Office twice 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. Monday, Nov 19 — CULTURAL TIPS (9 to 10 a.m.; At the Navy Lodge coffee shop) Tiziana, an intercultural relations specialist, will be available to answer your cultural questions on food, holidays, trips, etiquette, transportation, the Italian language, and much more. DEVELOPING YOUR SPENDING PLAN (9 to 10:30 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 (10:30 a.m. to noon) 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. LSSN Stephanie davis sorts letters and magazines in the sorting room at the post office at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Capodichino Nov. 6. Incoming mail from the United States was delayed for some time due to Hurricane Sandy, but things have now returned to normal. (Photo by MC2 John Herman)
container for mail coming to NSA Naples and can contain between 25 to 50 packages. Staten says outgoing mail from NSA Naples was not affected by the hurricane and was diverted through Chicago. After the hurricane passed, efforts were made to bring the postal mailing center in Newark back to full oper-
ating capacity and to start moving out the delayed mail. Last week the base post office was receiving about 1 to 2 cans a night, Staten said, but that number increased this week. For more information on post office updates, visit the U. S. Postal Service website at www.usps.com.
Tuesday, Nov 20 — EASY ITALIAN (9 a.m. to noon; Session 3 of 3) This is an introduction to basic Italian language and conversation. AL-ANON SUPPORT GROUP (6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21 — LIMONCELLO MAKING (10 a.m. to noon) Learn how to make your own limoncello. CHOICES: MANAGING YOUR ANGER (2 to 3 p.m.; Session 3 of 3) A three-session program focused on skills to manage anger and develop effective communication SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (5 to 6 p.m.) At this support group for parents of special needs kids, parents can share information and provide mutual support.
Students in Naples honor FFSC Tip of the Week: Anger management veterans and their families From the Fleet and Family Support Center
Anger is a natural emotion. It only becomes a problem when we let our anger control us. When anger is expressed in a healthy manner, there is no loss of control. Using effective communication is one way to control our anger. Effective communication allows you to state your position and needs without yelling. This way you are heard and the other person is not getting defensive. Anger management requires making choices. You can choose how you respond to any situation. When you choose to respond you are taking responsibility for your action. Responsible people respond, not react. Unmanaged anger comes at a cost to you. These costs can include the loss of a relationship, loss of a job, and involvement with law enforcement. Learning to manage your anger now will save you in the future. Your body will let you know when your anger is nearing the "danger zone." Pay attention to
what your body is telling you. Notice any physical signs such as increased heart rate, rapid breathing, clenched fists, muscle tension, headache or stomach ache. These are signs you need to take steps to reduce your anger. Notice what triggers your anger. Is it certain situations, other people, or even yourself? You can choose to respond differently to a trigger by adjusting your attitude. Going into a situation with a negative attitude will often produce a negative result. Try to be positive and make that positive attitude a self-fulfilling prophecy. Another component of anger management is changing your behavior. If you keep doing something in a manner that produces negative results, try a different approach. Change can be difficult and a little unsettling. However, once you discover you have a choice in your behavior, it can open up a world of positive change for you. For more information about anger management classes at the Fleet and Family Support Center, call the front office at 081-811-6372.
Naples elementary School held a Veteran’s day ceremony in front of the school last week. the Naples High School Naval Junior Reserve Officer training Corps unit raised the flag and formed a saber arch. Students with deployed parents were escorted through the arch by active duty service members. (Photo by Frank Spatt)
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“I was completely shocked by the turnout from people on this base,” Perrino said late last week. “Everyone base-wide has opened their arms and helped donate to this cause.” For more information about the food drive or the Quality of Life program at U.S. Naval Hospital Branch Clinic Capodichino, contact Hospital Corpsman Vito Perrino at 081-568-4363 or Hospital Corpsman Jamie Kozlowski at 081-568-6814.
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Years after 1980 quake, Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi stays true to tradition
Above: the medieval town of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi was destroyed in the Irpinia earthquake of 1980. In subsequent years, however, the town used contributions from international donors and the Italian government to rebuild itself, keeping its traditional street plan and medieval architectural theme. the town hosts its annual “Sagra delle Sagre” (“Festival of Festivals”) Saturday and Sunday. Below: Streets in the reconstructed hill town of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi follow a medieval urban plan, leaving little space between buildings and encouraging citizens to form a tight-knit community. (Photos by Melissa Kabukuru) By Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor
idday on a Saturday, teenagers laugh and tease each other in the streets of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi, a hill town in the Avellino province of Italy’s Campania region. The aromas of lunch being cooked waft between the narrow, cobblestoned streets. The cathedral chimes 1 p.m. It seems as if life here must have always been peaceful this way. Yet it was only 32 years ago that the violent Irpinia earthquake destroyed this quiet Italian town, reducing it to a pile of rubble and killing almost 400 residents. That’s when the citizens of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi made a choice: not to rebuild their city as a modern community with wide roads and spacious villas, but to faithfully recreate the city as it was, following a time-tested medieval street plan. The reconstruction took a total of 20 years, reaching com-
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pletion only in about the year 2000. Today, the result is a charming town that, despite being only decades old, has the feel of a community that has stood for centuries. Its tightly packed houses and streets are oriented in relation to the town’s cathedral and hilltop castle. Antonio Lucido, president of the town’s Pro Loco tourism association, said reconstructing Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi as a medieval town was a conscious choice designed to help citizens preserve their quality of life. A medieval street plan places people in close proximity to one another, encouraging them to interact and participate in each other’s lives, he said — an antidote to the depersonalizing effects of globalization. “Often we live together, but live always with cell phones in hand, with tablets in our hands,” Lucido said. “The human dimension of a medieval town is where you live close to one another. You
say, ‘What are you making for dinner? I like it.’ You share smells and tastes. You share what you eat, what’s new, the joy of the family. You share the joy of a son or daughter getting married. It becomes collective joy. This is the sense of community.” The city’s commitment to a traditional style of living will be on display this weekend during its annual “Sagra delle Sagre” (“Festival of Festivals”), a two-day event that showcases local products and artisanal goods from throughout the Avellino province. Regional gastronomic specialties such as pecorino cheese, chestnuts, truffles, porcini mushrooms and handmade pasta will take center stage Saturday and Sunday, while artisans from throughout the area will gather to show their crafts. “In Italy and also in the world there are two tendencies: fast food, and slow food,” Lucido said. “Slow food is about paying attention to taste, to the ownership of food, to eating calmly, and to understanding that these products are from this land, and what you eat here is not the same thing that you would eat in Japan or New York or Seattle.” While each town in the Avellino province holds its own yearly festival to celebrate its local products and traditions, producers from throughout the region travel to Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi to show their wares at the annual Sagra delle Sagre — thus the name, “Festival of Festivals.” Each year, the festival attracts between 30,000 and 50,000 people, said Lucido, whose organization runs the event. Clowns, fire breathers and musicians will be on hand to provide entertainment, while local wineries will pour samples of regional wines such as Taurasi, Coda di Volpe, Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo. Visitors who come to the town for the festival can admire the medieval details of the reconstructed city, while exploring sites such as its castle, cathedral, and the partly ruined Goleto Abbey five kilometers outside of town. More impressive than anything, however, is how a city that was devastated as recently as 1980 could make such a complete recovery. Widespread news coverage of the earthquake prompted contributions from the international community as well as the Italian government, Lucido said, helping the city to rebuild. Ultimately, the reconstruction cost about 100,000,000,000 Italian lira, or the equivalent of roughly €56,000,000 in contemporary currency, Lucido said.
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Above: the Abbazia del Goleto, located just outside the town of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi in the Avellino province of Campania, has a long history dating back to 1128. Below right: While most houses in the city of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi were rebuilt after being destroyed in the 1980 Irpinia earthquake, some pieces of older structures still stand, testifying to the destruction that occurred.
Michele Vespasiano, a lifelong resident of Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi who has published books on the city’s history, said that the rebuilding process isn’t new to residents of the town. Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi has suffered the effects of earthquakes in the past, and each time its leaders have decided against rebuilding it as a modern city, he said. “Always, the city has been affected by earthquakes,” said Vespasiano, citing a major quake that occurred in 1456. “Every time, the citizens chose to rebuild it how it was. Always. It is part of our DNA.”
GETTING THERE Sant’Angelo dei Lombardi is about 1 hours and 30 minutes from Naples by car. To get there, follow the A16 toward Bari for about 50 kilometers, then get off at the Avellino Est exit. Merge onto the E841 toward Salerno, and after less than 2 kilometers, take the exit toward S. Angelo dei L. Merge onto the Strada Statale 7/ SS400 and follow it for about 36 kilometers; then look for signs for S. Angelo dei L. You can set your GPS to direct you to the city center and arrive there with ease. During this weekend’s “Sagra delle Sagre,” park-
ing will be available on the outskirts of the city, no more than 200 to 300 meters away from the center of the festival.
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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … VOLUNTEERS NEEDED continued NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 board members. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com. THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB (NOSC) is seeking members to serve as volunteers at its thrift store. When the store is open, NOSC members are needed to help with sorting, merchandising, bagging, and running the cash register. When the store is closed, we need assistance with preparing the store for shopping. Call us at 081-8114200 or e-mail us at noscitaly@gmail.com to sign up for training. 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. 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.
Friday, Nov. 16 4:30 p.m.Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2, PG-13 Premiere Showing 6 p.m. Skyfall, PG-13 7:30 p.m.Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2, PG-13 Saturday, Nov.17 3 p.m. Finding Nemo, G 4:15 p.m.Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2, PG-13 6 p.m. Skyfall, PG-13 7:15 p.m.Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2, PG-13 Sunday, Nov. 18 3 p.m. Finding Nemo, G 4 p.m. Skyfall, PG-13 6:30 p.m.Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2, PG-13 7 p.m. Taken 2, PG-13 Premiere Showing
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meets every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. in the Support Site Fellowship Hall (above the library) for food, friends and faith. There are six Bible studies to choose from, and childcare and nursery care to homeschoolers is free. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-the-Tots-Club. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE will take place every Saturday at the Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is as follows: Sabbath school, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.; divine service, 10:45 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo at 334-906-0994. NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int. HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649. PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263. GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com. FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-7604446. Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples. BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples. THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315. THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ nights out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com. REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in the Admin II building. REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761. 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.
Monday, Nov. 19 Closed — No Movie
Tuesday, Nov. 20 Closed — No Movie Wednesday, Nov. 21 4:30 p.m.Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2 PG-13 5:30 p.m.Skyfall, PG-13 7 p.m. Dredd, R (3D) Premiere Showing Thursday, Nov. 22 Happy Thanksgiving! 3 p.m. Wreck It Ralph, PG (3D) 4 p.m. Taken 2, PG-13 6 p.m. Pitch Perfect, PG-13 7 p.m. Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 2 PG-13 Friday, Nov. 23 4:30 p.m.Rise of the Guardians, PG Premiere Showing 6 p.m. Here Comes the Boom, PG Premiere Showing 7:30 p.m.Rise of the Guardians, PG
Movie descriptions WILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN PART 2, PG-13. Cast: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Olga Fonda, Janelle Froehlich. Drama, 116 min. Brought back from near-death by Edward after childbirth, Bella begins her new life as a vampire and mother to their daughter, Renesmee. When the Volturi are led to believe that Renesmee was not born as a vampire but, rather, turned into one in violation of their code, the Volturi set out to destroy the child and the Cullen clan. The Cullens then band together with vampires from around the world to stand united against the Volturi.
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ITCH PERFECT, PG-13. Cast: Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Rebel Wilson, Anna Camp. Comedy, 112 min. Beca is that girl who'd rather listen to what's coming out of her headphones than what's coming out of you. Arriving at her new college, she finds herself not right for any clique, but somehow is muscled into one that she never would have picked on her own: alongside mean girls, sweet girls and weird girls whose only thing in common is how good they sound when they sing together. When Beca takes this acoustic singing group out of their world of traditional arrangements and perfect harmonies into all-new mash-ups, they fight to climb their way to the top of the cutthroat world of college a cappella. This could wind up either the coolest thing they'll ever do or the most insane, and it will probably be a little of both.
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Upcoming USO tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it
tOURS OPeN tO BOtH U.S. MILItARY ANd NAtO I.d. CARd HOLdeRS USO DAILY TOURS Nov. 16 Sorrento by Night . . .€ 38 Nov. 17 Legends of the Wine w/Lunch . . . . . .€ 65 Nov. 18 The Abbey of Montecassino w/ Lunch . . . . . . . . . .€ 50 Nov. 22 Thanksgiving Dinner at Villa Oteri . . . . . . .€ 35 Nov. 23 Make your own Neapolitan Pizza . . .€ 30 Nov. 24 Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel . . . . .€ 77 WEEKEND TOURS December 23-26 Christmas in Paris . . . . . . . € 598 December 31 - January 3 New Year’s in London . . . . . € 849 January 19-20 Weekend in Florence. . . . . . € 180 February 1-4 Carnevale in Venice . . . . . . € 228 February 15-18 President’s Day in Vienna . € 533
No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies
AKEN 2, PG-13. Cast: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen, Rade Serbedzija, Leland Orser. Action/Adventure, 92 min. Bryan Mills, a retired CIA agent with a particular set of skills, stopped at nothing to save his daughter Kim from Albanian kidnappers. When the father of one of the kidnappers swears revenge, and takes Bryan and his wife hostage during their family vacation in Istanbul, Bryan enlists Kim to help them escape, and uses his advanced level of special forces tactics to get his family to safety and systematically take out the kidnappers one by one. RECK IT RALPH, PG (2D & 3D). Voices by: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer, Jane Lynch. Animation, 108 min. Ralph is tired of being overshadowed by Fix-It Felix, the "good guy" star of their arcade game who always gets to save the day. But after decades doing the same thing and seeing all the glory go to Felix, Ralph decides he's tired of playing the role of a bad guy. He takes matters into his own massive hands and sets off on a game-hopping journey across the arcade through every generation of video games to prove he's got what it takes to be a hero. But the world of the feisty misfit Vanellope von Schweetz from the candy-coated cart racing game, Sugar Rush, is threatened when Ralph accidentally unleashes a deadly enemy that threatens the entire arcade. Will Ralph realize his dream and save the day before it's too late?
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.
Weekly crime report for Nov. 5-11, 2012 – Traffic Accident . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 (4 off base) Traffic Accident without Injuries (off base). On Nov. 5 at approximately 7:54 a.m., E-3/USN reported a traffic accident without injuries that occurred earlier that day in Gricignano, Italy. Driver stated that while attempting to enter the Support Site, his vehicle lost traction and he collided with a concrete barrier. Damage to his vehicle consisted of dents and scratches. Traffic Accident without Injuries (off base). On Nov. 5 at approximately 10 a.m., E-3/USN reported a traffic accident without injuries that occurred earlier that day in Gaeta, Italy. Victim stated that while traveling on the SS7, her vehicle was struck by another vehicle, which then fled the area. Damage to her vehicle consisted of minor dents and scratches. Traffic Accident without Injuries (off base). On Nov. 7 at approximately 8:13 a.m., CIV reported a traffic accident without injuries that occurred
the same day in Naples, Italy. Driver stated that while exiting the parking lot of the Pass and ID office on base, she made contact with another vehicle that she did not see exiting the base. Damage to both vehicles consisted of minor dents and scratches. Traffic Accident without Injuries (off base). On Nov. 10 at approximately 11:58 p.m., CIV reported a traffic accident without injuries that occurred earlier that day in Salerno, Italy. Driver stated that while driving down the road his vehicle was struck by a motorcycle. The collision and damage to his vehicle caused it to be inoperable. NOTE: We would like to remind the communities that this time of the year, the road conditions can be slippery due to an increase in rain and cold weather. When driving, be mindful of other drivers around you and leave a sufficient amount of space between you and other vehicles. Remember that you need more time and distance to stop your vehicle when the pavement is wet.
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the Naples tiger Sharks gather together before their home meet Nov. 11 aboard Naval Support Activity Naples Capodichino. (Photos by Mike Sharp)
Naples Tiger Sharks earn victory at home meet By Nicole Urbanski n Sunday, Nov. 11, the Naples Tiger Sharks hosted and won their second home meet of the season, accumulating 1,538 points with 98 percent of the team competing. Secondplace Sigonella earned 776 points, followed by Aviano, Vicenza, Vilsek/Grafenwoeln, and Lakenheath. “It was great to get nearly the whole team back in the water competing,” said Tiger Sharks coach Jane Higgins. The Tiger Sharks started gathering points early, taking first in all four mixed 200-meter medley relay events and continuing to perform well throughout the individual events.
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Team standouts Donavan Durig, Kendall Ewing, Isabel Krause, Victoria Krause, Ariana Lewis, Emily Patterson, Ryan Sword, and Jordan Traucht all earned first place in each of their three events, accumulating 36 points each for the team. Ryan Sword was named the boys team’s “Biggest Loser,” dropping the most time in his individual events. Ariana Lewis was named the team’s swimmer of the meet. Lewis was a key swimmer in the 200-meter medley relay. She also earned first place finishes in her individual events, and by the end of the meet had posted qualifying times in the 800-meter and 1500-meter freestyle. “Ariana continues to improve her times,” Higgins said. “She is a great competitor, but also a true team player.” Shannon Cutler, Morgan Dodge, Jerra Ewing, Maura Patterson, and Timothy Smith all finished first in two of their individual events and second in their third event, garnering 34 points each to the team. Nick Sherer and John Thibodeau also had two first-place finishes. Swimmers who earned firstplace finishes were Bret Baldwin, Lydia Boyum, Blythe Brenner, Delaney Brenner, Alexis Cutler, Danielle Cutler, Devon Durig,
John thibodeau swims in the 100-meter breast stroke event at the Naples tiger Sharks home meet Nov. 11. He finished first in this event.
McKenna Gray, Luke Johnson, Joshua Keith, Sophia Krause, Jacob Levine, Kelsey Lynch, Alexa Morillo, Luke Patterson, Braden Peterson, Sean Quirk, Carly Sharp, John Sherer, Lauren Snodgrass, Leslie Traucht, Jodie Urbanski, Sophia Van Mierlo and Hunter Williams. Sophia Krause earned the girls’ team’s “Biggest Loser” award. Other swimmers who earned spots on the podium by finishing among the top three in their indi-
vidual events were Samantha Allen, Dorian Durig, Maddy Fletcher, Jacob Gray, Kieran Gyles, Liam Gyles, Seamus Gyles, Alexandra Hammer, Chris Levine, John Lynch, Houlton McGuinn, AnnaLynn Morris, Anika Mustard, Paul Patterson, Jade Percival, Jake Peterson, Caitlyn Quirk, Marshall Saunders, Lindsey Sharp, Andrew Smith, Brian Thibodeau, Nathan Traucht, Stephen Traucht, Hunter Williams and Zane Zimmermann.
Points were awarded deeper than the top three finishers. Tiger Sharks Mackenzie Allen, Sydney Bidwell, Ruby Canatsey, Chris Morris, Daniel Smith, and Malena Yenco each added to the team’s total score. Personal best times were achieved by swimmers Ingrid Bidwell, Natalie Cariello, Kylie Dodge, Ryan Gray, Christian Krause, Jude Lynch, Drake McGuinn, Billy Morris, Conner Roberts, Maria and Noah Sherer, Brendan Smith and Alyssa Yenco. Swimmers Francesca Hammer and Brendan Roberts were last-leg components of the 200-meter freestyle relay team. Individual swimmers from the Tiger Sharks continue to qualify for the upcoming championship meets. The following swimmers earned qualifying times at the Nov. 11 home meet: Bret Baldwin, Alexis Cutler, Danielle Cutler, Shannon Cutler, Morgan Dodge, Dorian Durig, Kendal Ewing, Ariana Lewis, Kelsey Lynch, Houlton McGuinn, Maura Patterson, Emily Patterson, Jade Percival, Jake Peterson, Caitlyn Quirk, Marshall Saunders, Carly Sharp, John Sherer, Nick Sherer, Brendan Smith, Lauren Snodgrass, Brian Thibodeau, John Thibodeau, Nathan Traucht, Jordan Traucht, Sophia Van Mierlo and Zane Zimmermann. The Tiger Sharks’ next meet will be the Long Distance Championships, which will be held in Antwerp Belgium Nov. 24 and 25. “Our focus for the next couple of weeks will be on the long distance events,” Higgins said. “We have done well in the past and I think we will do well again this year.”
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the Naples High School tennis team recently performed admirably at the european Open tennis Championships in Germany. Front row (left to right): George Shaffer, Conor Skelton, Chris Bracken, Benedetta Laird, Victoria Murdock, Alyssa Bracken. Back row: coach Robert Patulak. (Photo by Elena Skelton)
Naples tennis ends season strong From the Naples High School Tennis Team
The Naples High School Tennis Team recently returned from one of its best performances at the European Open Tennis Championships in Wiesbaden, Germany. Coach Robert Patulak stated that this is the first time in his coaching career at Naples that the entire team played on the second day, guaranteeing each of them advancement into the fourth round of play. The competition is composed of international schools and members of Department of Defense Dependents Schools divisions 1, 2, 3, and 4. This has evolved into the premiere tennis tournament for European high school students. Conor Skelton, who is in his senior year and is captain of the team, placed sixth in boys’ singles in a highly competitive field. This is one of the best finishes that Naples has enjoyed. George Shaffer and
Chris Bracken held on until the quarter finals of the boys’ doubles before they were eliminated. Benedetta Laird and Victoria Murdock remained in play until the round prior to the quarterfinals in girls’ doubles. In the girls’ singles tournament, senior Alyssa Bracken played her last singles match in the round before quarterfinals. Each field had more than 32 entrants in the draw, and some events had 38 participants. Clearly the competition was keen. Patulak mentioned that after every match he was commended for the high quality of sportsmanship displayed by Wildcats players throughout the tournament. Losing Alyssa and Conor to graduation this year will undoubtedly move newcomer Malachy Mrock into the European mix for next year. The work of Patulak, his assistants and all of the parents of team members helped make this year’s Wildcats tennis team one of the most successful teams in school history. Go Wildcats!
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Religious Ministries’ Notes from Beyond
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Rear Adm. Fitz Roegge (left) congratulates Petty Officer McNett (right) on being named this week’s Sailor in the Spotlight. Petty Officer McNett is a fleet operations specialist responsible for ensuring that all Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet units follow specific tactics, techniques and procedures while in the area of responsibility. He is also a member of the auxiliary security force, serving as a force protection sentry and providing vital security support to two U.S. Navy installations. His goals are to earn his enlisted Information dominance Warfare pin, to be promoted to first class and to attain his bachelor’s degree in computer science. (Photo courtesy of Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs)
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Breast cancer is today’s second leading cause of cancer mortality in American women. According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 200,000 women in America are diagnosed with breast cancer annually. While scientists and healthcare providers diligently seek new ways to detect and treat breast cancer, it is essential that women take the necessary basic steps to assess and be aware of their own breast health. This awareness is vital to potentially finding abnormalities at an early stage. Advances in medicine and imaging technology have improved early detection and diagnosis of breast diseases in women. U.S. Naval Hospital Naples has the state-of-the-art digital mammography and ultrasound machines used to screen and detect these breast abnormalities. Mammography is a special type of medical imaging that uses a low-dose X-ray system to produce radiographic images of the breasts. Mammograms are a non-invasive medical imaging test that aid early detection and diagnosis of breast disease by looking more specifically for calcifications, masses and suspicious distortion of tissue. The American Cancer Society recommends screening annually beginning at the age of 40 for women of average risk. Dr. Alex Aubin and Dr. David Jannotta, both board certified radiologists at Naval Hospital Naples, recommend that women who are at increased risk for breast cancer (i.e., ones who have family history) speak with their healthcare provider about whether they should begin mammogram screening exams earlier than the age of 40. Digital mammography provides the best way to find breast cancer at an early stage, when treatment is most successful. Naval Hospital Naples performs screening exams and diagnostic exams, as well as stereotactic biopsies when necessary. A “screening” exam is for women experiencing no symptoms. A “diagnostic” exam is for women with signs or symptoms such as a lump, pain, or nipple discharge, and is a more comprehensive visit, which will likely include additional special imaging. Research conducted by the American College of Radiology (ACR) has shown that annual mammogram screening leads to early detection of breast cancers, when they are most curable and cancer therapy is most effective. If there is an abnormal finding during an annual
screening, a subsequent diagnostic mammography exam is used to further evaluate the abnormal findings. Furthermore, a six-month follow-up examination may be recommended by a radiologist to monitor more subtle abnormalities over time. Naval Hospital Naples’s mammography department is accredited by the American College of Radiology and meets all quality and safety standards. The facility is also in compliance with the requirements set forth by the Food and Drug Administration. The department strives to provide the highest quality of imaging, interpretation and breasthealth education and to provide a pleasant experience for each patient. HM2 Eleanor Camarao, the leading mammography technologist and quality-control technician, has a combined experience of eight years in the radiology field. “Most of my patients getting a mammogram for the first time say it really wasn’t so bad,” Camarao said. A mammogram is ordered by the patient’s primary care manager (PCM). The patient can then call or visit the radiology department to make an appointment. The point-ofcontact to schedule an appointment is Marina Tavano, an Italian local national who has served Naval Hospital Naples for more than 23 years. Patients are encouraged to bring any previous mammogram or ultrasound images, preferably prior to their visit. If they do not have them, a request form can be filled out at the department at the time the appointment is scheduled. “The importance of having prior imaging cannot be overemphasized,” says Dr. Jannotta. “A prior mammogram may prevent unnecessary repeat images or even unnecessary biopsies. While the radiation dose to the breast is low, it is important to limit unnecessary exposure as best we can.” After a screening exam is completed, the radiologist will interpret the images, and the patient should receive a letter with the results in the mail within 30 days indicating whether their reading was normal or if further studies are needed. Results of diagnostic exams are given to the patient prior to her leaving the department. Dr. Aubin and Dr. Jannotta are available to patients who have questions about their mammographic findings. To make an appointment with your primary care manager in the Medical Home Port, call 081-811-6000. To send a message to your provider, please visit www.relayhealth.com.
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Arturo Paulino is the community director of Club Beyond, a youth group run through Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. You can reach Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org.
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s I approach the end of my first two months of mission assignment here in Italy, my tendency is to be positively amazed by how things are going my way. This amazement comes not only from the fact that we have a solid weekly youth event, but also that I have the support of a great group of volunteer leaders. Not only that, but my family was able to find a place to live, complete a housing inspection, and sign our housing contract within the first 45 days of my arrival. In the midst of this flood of blessings, it is easy to be grateful to God, His people and His providence. In fact, I find it way too easy. While I do believe we have God’s favor in the midst of so many positive things going our way, I too want to point out that God is the God in abundance and in times of want. His presence is not any bigger when we are happy. In my experience, and in the life of many biblical teachers, prophets, apostles and even Jesus himself, God’s presence shouts in our moments of sorrow, despair and plain confusion. In Phillipians 4:11-13, the apostle Paul writes, “Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be
content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.” It is good to give thanks to God for all the blessings he pours in our lives. However, let us not be blinded by our abundances to the point of only acknowledging God’s presence when things go our way or when things are easy. It is through tribulations that our character is tested, our hopes are translated into perseverance, and resiliency shapes itself into faith. It is precisely faith, our longing for Goodness, Justice and Love which leads us back to our Creator, back to God. Bible verse for reflection: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” -Romans 12:12
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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 081-5684639 for more information.
In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911. (On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.
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Community members can donate gently used cell phones at Naples High School Nov. 17 to help provide international phone cards for deployed troops. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)
Naples High School collecting used cell phones to give troops free calls home From Naples High School and Cell Phones for Soldiers
The Naples High School chapter of The National Honor Society and the non-profit Cell Phones for Soldiers Inc. are asking area residents to help troops call home by donating gently-used cellular phones. Although the military landscape is ever changing, as many as 369,000 troops are serving in the U.S. military overseas around the world. By donating to Cell Phones for Soldiers, Naples residents can provide troops with that precious connection to loved ones back home. Residents can donate their phones at Naples High School on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. There will be a drop-off station in the school cafeteria as part of the Booster Club Flea Market. “Despite these tough economic times, people still want to be generous and support our troops,” said Elizabeth Ballard, the National Honor Society sponsor at Naples High School. “This is a way for them to express those feelings that doesn't actually cost them anything out of pocket. We also thought people might be planning to upgrade or get a new phone for the holiday season. Now, we've given those individuals an opportunity to do something with their old phone rather than leave it in a drawer somewhere.” Cell Phones for Soldiers was founded by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist at the ages of 12 and 13. The charity has since provided more than 150 million minutes of free talk time to service men and
women stationed around the world. Funds raised from the recycling of cellular phones are used to purchase prepaid international calling cards. On average, Cell Phones for Soldiers distributes 12,000 calling cards each week to bases around the world, to care package programs, at deployment ceremonies and to VA hospitals. “Each year we have been humbled by the amount of people and organizations that take the initiative to support our troops,” said co-founder Brittany Bergquist. “We also have watched the communication gap between our armed forces and their loved ones continue to grow as more troops are deployed.” Donated phones are sent to Michigan-based ReCellular for recycling. For every donated phone valued at just $5, Cell Phones for Soldiers is able to provide two and a half hours of free talk time to deployed troops. Approximately half of the phones ReCellular processes are reconditioned and reused. Phones and components that cannot be refurbished are dismantled and responsibly recycled to reclaim materials, including: • Gold, silver and platinum from circuit boards; • Copper wiring from phone chargers; • Nickel, iron, cadmium and lead from battery packs; • Plastic from phone cases and accessories. For more information, please visit www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com.
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NOTICE: The Human Resources Office website for vacancy announcements is unavailable until further notice. To find out what positions are currently open, please contact our front desk at 081-5685409. The announcements are visible at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) at the Support Site in Gricignano, and also at the Human Resources Office at Capodichino. The Human Resources Office (HRO) is located on the first floor of the Admin I building at Capodichino. 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 NOV. 22 IT Specialist (PLCYPLN/ SYSADMIN), GS-2210-12, ANN#EUR13486480-EG, Full Time Permanent Program Analyst, GS-0343-12, ANN#EUR13-482274-EG, Full Time Permanent CLOSING NOV. 29 CBA Coordinator, GS-0301-07 KPP 09 or GS-0301-09, ANN# EUR13-493356-SC, Full Time Permanent IT Specialist (INET), GS-221012, ANN#EUR13-495266-SC, Full Time Permanent IT Specialist (INFOSEC/NETWORK), GS-2210-12, ANN# EUR13-488623-JC, Full Time Permanent (Multiple positions) Financial Management Analyst, GS-0501-07 KPP 09 or GS-0501-09, ANN#EUR13-493276-SC, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Engineering Technician, GS-0802-13, ANN# EUR13-485764-SC, Full Time Permanent Clinical Nurse, GS-0610-09, ANN#EUR13-485592-AG, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Interdisciplinary Engineer/Architect, GS0801/0808-14, ANN#EUR13-491927-AV, Full Time Permanent Fire Protection Engineer, GS0804-13, ANN#EUR13-487469AV, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Interdisciplinary Engineer, GS-08XX/0801/ 0808/0020-13. ANN#EUR13-493271-AV, Full Time Permanent.
OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN#EUR12-223833-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent, Next Cut Off-Date: Nov. 29, 2012
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 NO VACANCIES If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-568-5409. You can also contact the HRO Naples helpdesk at: cnic.navy. mil/Europe/About/Jobs/About WorkingHere/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 Support Site food court area. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he or she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Nov. 19, 2012.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic.navy.mil/ Naples/FleetAndFamilyReadine ss/AboutFleetAndFamilyReadin ess/Jobs/index.htm The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.
NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child and Youth Programs Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN# 12-159, (Multiple Positions). Flexible/regular part-time, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Assembles or gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School Age Care PreTeen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, and Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guardian. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/ Skills Center, Support Site. Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#12-037, 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. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-044 flexible, NOR Center, Carney Park. Provides and maintain recreation and ath-
letic equipment issue. 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, NF0189-02, ANN#12-140, flexible, MWR Bowling Center, Support Site. Assists in the operation of Bowling Center and acts as Duty Manager. Establishes events schedules, applies rules and regulations in supervising patron activities. Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-155, flexible part time, Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helps the customers in the recreation center with recreational events. Recreation Aid (Intramural Sports), NF-0189-01, ANN#13007, flexible, Fitness Branch, Capodichino/ Support Site. Assists the sport coordinator to plan fitness activities.
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#120002EF Supervisory Sales Clerk/E8A/NF-02/RFT. Closes: Nov. 16, 2012. Rate: $9.00-$12.00. Responsible for supervising a group of associates that sell ladies apparel while exercising professional selling techniques. Ann#120003GH Sales Clerk/ CL/NF-01/FPT. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Cosmetics, Health & Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop, Pets, and Cough and Cold departments. Ann#120003GG Sales Clerk/ SL/NF-01/FPT. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments.
Ann#120002U7 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. Ann#120003GF Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the electronics, housewares, domestics, furniture, and gifts departments. Ann#120003J2 Security Guard/52/NF-01/Flex (4 positions). Open until filled. Pay Rate: $9.00-$11.00. Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#1200035H LP/Safety Investigative Asst/Trainee/52/NF02/Flex (2 positions). Open until filled. Pay Rate: $9.50-$11.50. Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#120002U4 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchan-
dise is properly stocked and available. Ann#1200036G Customer Service Clerk/MM/NF-01/RFT. Closes: Nov. 23, 2012. Pay Rate: $9.00-$10.50. Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc. JFC-NATO MINI MART Ann#1200034W Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Nov. 16, 2012. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. LATINA MINI MART Ann#120002U5 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00$10.00. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. GAETA MINI MART Ann#1200036H Retail Annex Operator/MM/NF-02/Flex. Closes: Nov. 23, 2012. Pay Rate: $10.00-14.00. Responsible for supervising a group of associates that sell general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques.
LOCAL NATIONAL POSITIONS No Vacancies