Panorama Jan. 31, 2014

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Third Graders Take Part in Helicopter STEM Night

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Cmdr. Larry Kistler, deputy assistant chief of staff for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet, puts a flight helmet on a third grade student at Naples Elementary School during Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Night at Naval Support Activity Naples, Jan. 16. STEM Night is organized to show young students the importance of education and various professions in a fun environment. (Photo by MCSN Weston Jones)

By MCSN Weston Jones, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East Detachment Europe

Naples Elementary School (NES) held a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

event for third graders at the Naval Support Activity Naples Support Site, Jan. 16.

This event showed students the importance of STEM in a fun, handson environment with their families.

CNP Busts Rumors, Talks Training and Responsibility Page 6

“Kids love when their parents come to school with them,” said Chris Beane, principal of NES. “It’s educational, exciting and it’s a good family event.”

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Library Re-opens at Capodichino

By MCSN Mat Murch, Navy Public Affairs Support ElementEast Detachment Europe

Connections, Capodichino’s base library, re-opened after a nine-month renovation, Jan. 27, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples.

Renovations included a lounge, computer room, meeting room, the Information, Tickets and Travel (ITT) office and free WI-FI to anyone who uses the library.

“Renovating the library has been an idea for several years now,” said Tony Smith the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Director.

The book selection went from 16,000 to around 5,000. Books that were not brought back to the base library were distributed to other libraries in the Naples area.

“If the library does not have a book that someone is looking for the library does have a computer in the center of the main room where it can be looked up,” said Smith.

See LIBRARY RE-OPENS Page 5

Navy Senior Enlisted Leaders Talk Top Issues Page 7

Weekly Crime Report Review what happened between Jan. 22 and Jan. 28.

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FRIDAY High 63 / Low 51 Rain

SATURDAY High 58 / Low 48 Chance of Rain

Timothy Hurst, construction manager; Vincenzo Trovato, site superintendent; Anthony Smith, MWR director; Charlie Di Palma, from ITT; Capt. Scott Gray, commanding officer of NSA Naples; Ciro Giordano, from library; and Marco Zucaro, from library; cut the ribbon during the re-opening ceremony of Connections at Capodichino, Jan. 27. (Photo by MCSN Mat Murch)

SUNDAY High 56 / Low 48 Chance of Rain

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Captain’s Corner

By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer

I would like to take the first part of my column this week to address the issue of sexual assault, an issue that should remain at the forefront of everyone’s mind. As part of the greater NSA Naples family, I ask each and every one of us to look out for one another and intervene when those among us are at risk. On most occasions, there is a chain of events that precipitates a sexual assault and individuals have an opportunity to intervene at many points along the way. Everyone should feel empowered to act when they see individuals overindulging in the use of alcohol, someone is pushing the lines of propriety or individuals are overtly engaging in inappropriate conduct. Hindsight is always 20-20.

Act to prevent these situations vice looking back and wishing you had intervened. Remember - right outranks rank, every time.

Preventing sexual assault requires courage and the ability to identify behaviors that lead to abuse. Onboard NSA Naples, we have a number of resources available for those who feel they may have been or are the victims of sexual assault. Please contact the Fleet and Family Support Center Sexual Assault Response Coordinator at DSN 629-6534 (SAPR_NSA_Naples_Italy@ eu.navy.mil) or the on-call 24/7 victim advocate duty phone at 335640-6621 to report instances of sexual assault. We also encourage all service members to consider training to become a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate.

Naples is a hotspot for geologic activity, shadowed by Mt. Vesuvius, and with numerous fault lines that run down the center of the peninsula, the city is no stranger to the occasional earthquake. This means that service and community members living in the area should be prepared in the event of a large scale emergency. Discuss emergencies with your family, have a plan on how and where you will meet up if separated, ensure all your important papers are in one place so you can easily find them in a crisis, have an evacuation kit ready to include water, food, cash, medical supplies and any other items that may be difficult to obtain should the power go out and stores shut down. Include a portable radio with batteries to ensure you can pick up broadcasts and ensure you and your family members are registered in the CDNS systems so you will receive emergency messages from the base. Please contact our emergency management team for more information on how to best prepare for potential emergencies.

The U.S. school system is often ranked relatively low in the world for its math and science education programs when compared to other first world nations. The America Competes act, signed into law in 2007, intended to increase the nation's investment in science and engineering research and in science, technology, engineering, and math education from kindergarten to graduate school and postdoctoral education. This law inspired our own Naples Elementary School to host a STEM night featuring pilots from our Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28. I would like to thank everyone who participated and potentially inspired some of our future technology leaders.

Lastly, over the previous weekend, we had four instances of vandalism on the Support Site to include inappropriate graffiti spray painted on buildings, a fire set inside one of the public bathrooms and a vehicles tire that was chain locked. We all know we have experienced deep budget reductions across the Navy’s shore infrastructure. Money is tight and it has been extremely challenging to preserve our quality of life and the quality facilities this community deserves. I need everyone’s help in preventing this type of senseless and costly vandalism – acts that degrade the community’s quality of life by diverting precious resources away from their intended purpose. Let me be clear – I will deal very harshly with anyone caught damaging community property. I can easily take draconian actions such as locking all public restrooms and enforcing a curfew – I have not chosen to do those things in the past because of the impact on the community as a whole. However, I need everyone’s help in addressing this issue by speaking up when you see someone acting inappropriately and reporting problems to security personnel.

I greatly appreciate your assistance in helping to preserve our wonderful facilities and our community oriented quality of life programs at NSA Naples.

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Italian Customs Taxes and Delays on Certain Merchandise Italian Customs authorities recently notified U.S. Navy representatives that some merchandise shipped via the U.S. Military Postal System may be subjected to Value Added Tax (VAT) and customs duties. The U.S. Navy is working with the other service branches and the U.S. Embassy to clarify the rules and regulations regarding importation of goods

by U.S. personnel through the Military Postal System. In the interim, the notification could affect any merchandise with a value in excess of 22 euros (approximately $30) and/or specific items. For a list of identified items, please visit the post office or look online at Facebook.com/NSANaples.

While discussions are ongoing to clarify application of existing bilateral agreements, all personnel are advised that they may be subject to delays as well as taxes for merchandise received through the postal system. If any of your mail is sequestered by Italian authorities, you will be notified by the post office and will be personally responsible for payment of VAT and/or customs duties. Personnel subject to customs duties will not be reimbursed for the expenses.

If you have questions, please contact any of the area post offices.

Vote in 2014 Visit FVAP.gov and fill out your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) to register and receive your absentee ballots. You can submit your FPCA via email, fax, or regular mail. For further assistance, please visit the NSA Naples Voting Office at Capodichino, located on the second floor of the Admin I building in room 254.

Personnel can also call DSN 626-3888, 081-568-3888 or email vote.naples@navy.mil or votingnsanaples@eu.navy.mil.

CNIC-Directed Facility Service Reductions Beginning in January, CNIC facility reductions will impact installation janitorial and grounds keeping services. These are CNO-approved service level reductions. For NSA Naples, sweeping, mopping and general cleaning of all spaces will be impacted. Office space trash pick up will remain status quo with desk side pick up services occurring weekly. Public Works reminds all personnel to continue to sort their trash to allow for the installation to meet mandated recycling percentages. For further information, please contact Public Works at DSN 626-4486.

Personal Post Office Box Numbers Coming into effect by April 15, service members will be assigned individual box numbers that will continue to incorporate the nine digit zip code, Zip+4.

The new system will expedite address changes, reduce cost to the military postal system, and improve service to military personnel. The change will not effect how you currently receive your mail; if personnel use a personal box or a mail orderly, they will continue with that method. Individuals will be informed of their new address by mail orderlies before Feb. 1. Please note that some service members

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will be required to change their shipping addresses for subscriptions and regular mail. All questions may be directed to mail orderlies or the post office.

Jan. 31: International Festival and Silent Auction at Naples Elementary School The Naples Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) will be hosting its annual International Festival and Silent Auction on Jan. 31 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Entry to the festival is free and the silent auction raises money for programs and events that enrich the children's learning experience.

All U.S. and NATO ID cardholders are welcome. If you would like additional information, please email Jaime Thomason at nes.pta1@gmail.com.

Feb 1: Polar Bear Plunge Take part in the 8th annual Polar Bear Plunge.

Open to ages 7 and up, registration begins at 10 a.m. at the Support Site pool. Cost is $5 per participant with T-shirts available for $5. Swimsuits only (no wetsuits) and participants must immerse completely and swim for one pool length. No diving is allowed.

The swim is followed by warm towels and hot chocolate. For more information, call Aquatics at DSN 626-4254 or 081-568-4254.

Feb 2: Super Bowl Parties at Strikers and Bella Napoli On Sunday, Feb. 2, Strikers bowling alley at Support Site and the Bella Napoli conference room at Capo will have tailgating buffets (while supplies last), games, prizes, and drinks for the televised Super Bowl XLVIII between the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks, which starts at 12:30 a.m. The party at Strikers starts at 10 p.m. and includes bowling specials. The bar opens at 6 p.m. at Bella Napoli and also includes contests, including a Giant Trike challenge at halftime. For more information, please call 629-6969 for Support Site or 626-4896 for Capo information.

Feb. 2: Capo Contemporary Christian Service The Religious Ministry will be launching contemporary worship services at Capodichino starting 5 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Capodichino Chapel. This service will include an eclectic style of worship, with music ranging from traditional hymns, Latin, gospel, to urban contemporary. Come out to fellowship, be inspired, and challenged. For more information, please contact the Capo Chapel at DSN 626-3539 or just show up.

Feb. 4: Security and Training Exercise On Feb. 4 Support Site will be conducting a security and training exercise. Possible disruptions include momentary gate closure and a shift in traffic patterns. Please contact Steve Ursell DSN 626 3948 with further questions.

Feb. 7: Voting Assistance Officer Training The Federal Voting Assistance Program is offering an in-person workshop for area Voting Assistance Officers (VAOs). It will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7 in room 030 on the ground floor of the Admin I building. In addition to the required online training, all VAO's are highly encouraged to attend this workshop. Please conNSA Naples CO . . . . . . .townhallnsanaples@eu.navy.mil tact Lt. King Navarro, NSA Director, FFSC . . . . . . .FFSCNSANaples@eu.navy.mil Naples VAO, at DSN 626-6893 for CMVRO . . . . . . . . . . . . .cmvro@eu.navy.mil more information.

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Feb. 7: Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Course The American Red Cross has scheduled an Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid course on Friday, Feb. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Capo Red Cross office, Admin II Room 28.1. Registration can be completed until Feb. 3. Slots are limited. For more information, contact Brandon Crocker at Brandon.crocker@redcross.org.

Feb. 8: Naples Got Talent USO will host the 7th edition of Naples Got Talent at the Naples High School cafeteria on Saturday, Feb. 8. There will be 10 local contestants performing live for a chance to win two roundtrip tickets to the U.S., courtesy of United Airlines. A panel of judges will eliminate the first five contestants, while the audience will have the final vote and declare the top 3. The event is free, but there will be food vendors on site. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. USO suggests to come early due to the high demand and limited space.

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Feb. 18: Coffee Talk with Connect the Tots Connect the Tots is holding a coffee talk for families with young children on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at the Support Site Food Court. The event starts at 10 a.m. and is open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders.

Grab a cup and enjoy some adult conversation while the little ones play. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club.

March 1: Navy Supply Corps Birthday Ball The 2014 Naples Area Supply Corps Birthday Ball will be held in Caserta, Italy on March 1, celebrating the 219th Birthday of the United States Navy Supply Corps. Attire for Marines will be evening dress “B” or blue dress “A”. Attire for Army attendees will be Army blue with bow tie. Navy guests are asked to wear dinner dress blue jackets or dinner dress blues. Dress for Air Force will be mess dress and civilians are asked to wear black tie or formal dress attire. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m. For tickets, contact Lt. Cmdr. Jonathan Thurston at 081568-8009 or visit the Naples Areas Supply Corps Facebook page for more information.

Italian News Briefs

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Compiled by Teresa Merola

Herculaneum to Expand Archaeological Park The Minister of Heritage, Culture and Tourism, the city of Herculaneum and the Hewlett Packard Foundation signed an agreement to expand the area of the archaeological park by more than 5,000 square meters. The agreement also mentions the demolition of crumbling buildings and the requalification of the area. HP Foundation has been working in the area since 2001 with 25 billion dollars contribution for excavation projects.

Two US Experts Share Their Thoughts after Naples Visit Two U.S. experts on management of World Heritage Sites recently spent three days visiting Naples, Mt. Vesuvius, and Herculaneum excavations. They expressed very positive comments on the historical center of Naples with its variety of natural and cultural attractions, including its surroundings.

They praised the kindness of Neapolitans and recommend that all the valuable resources of the area will be better publicized internationally.

Naples Lawyers and Magistrates Protest Justice Reformation and Mention Rising Crime Neapolitan lawyers and magistrates protested during the inauguration of the Judiciary year against the failure of

reforming the justice in Italy.

They also protested for being under staffed and subject to frequent reassignments, which reflects on the length of trials, especially on criminal cases.

The President of the Court of Appeal in Naples stated in his speech that the district, including the provinces of Naples and Caserta, has the highest presence of organized crime in Italy with 108 camorra clans and 4,500 affiliates. Most of the criminal bosses arrested in the course of the last few years have been replaced by women at the head of the clan.

According to data gathered by law enforcement forces, petty crime is growing in Naples, especially for bag-snatching and muggings (+8.8 percent), apartment burglaries (+22 percent), and the black market (+211 percent). Fencing, extortion, community fraud and scams have decreased notably.

Fires and hazardous waste remain one of the most important problem in the district of Naples and Caserta, due to the silence of many people and the inactivity of directors and auditors.

Holocaust Remembrance Day Honored in Italy The International Holocaust Remembrance Day was celebrated in Italy on Monday.

Many meetings, ceremonies and commemorations were organized all over the country, especially in schools. The Remembrance Day was established in Italy July 20, 2000 to both remember the date on which the Nazi Auschwitz

camp was liberated and commemorate the Shoah. A total of 7,000 people from Milan and other areas visited the city’s Shoah Memorial between Sunday and Monday. The memorial enshrines train track 21 at the city’s central station where between 1943 and 1945 almost 2,000 Italian Jews and political dissidents were packed into windowless cattle wagons and deported to German concentration camps, or to Italian concentration camps at Fossoli and Bolzano.

The first convoys for Auschwitz left track 21, Jan. 30, 1944. That day 605 Italian Jews were deported, and only 22 came back home. The memorial is 7,000 square meters and includes a three story library, an auditorium, a room for silent contemplation and a cluster of open-sided cubes for showing video testimonials by European Holo caust survivors. The names of the deportees are inscribed on a wall behind a preserved track from the original depot, with four windowless wooden train wagons on display. A commemoration of the Holocaust Remembrance Day took place in Naples with attendance by city officials, Neopolitans and members of the Jewish community. The commemoration included music, Schindler’s List and Hatikvà, poetry on the Shoà, and a conference with testimonials who survived the war. The aim of the commemoration was to keep the memory of that period in the history of Europe and Italy alive, so similar tragedies never happen again.

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AMERICANS WORKING AROUND THE GLOBE (AWAG) ITALY SOUTH is seeking an individual to assume duties in June 2014 as the Italy South Area Representative. Duties include marketing AWAG in Naples, Gaeta and Sigonella; planning a Leadership and Training Seminar during September - December in Naples and Sigonella; working with private organizations to participate in AWAG and attending board meetings in Germany.

AWAG is a professional volunteer nonprofit, private organization whose mission is to train, strengthen, and connect volunteers, organizations and communities. Please contact Elizabeth Biddle through email at italysouth@awagonline.org for more information.

NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking committed volunteers to serve on the 2014-15 Board. NOSC's mission is to participate in and contribute to charitable and fundraising activities/projects to benefit the U.S. military and civilian community assigned to the Naples area and provide social programs for its members. We manage the NOSC Thrift Store, which allows us to assist private organizations, support community special events and provide scholarships. NOSC is a certifying organization of the President's Volunteer Service Award Program, which provides national recognition for its volunteers. In addition, each year NOSC comes together with Americans Working Around the Globe (AWAG) to provide a local training conference and an opportunity to attend the AWAG Annual Leadership and Training Seminar in Garmisch, Germany. Applications are due by Feb. 15. For an application, information on positions available, or questions for additional information, please send a message to noscpresident4@gmail.com NAPLES MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD program is looking for volunteer coaches for the varsity, junior varsity and middle school staff this year. The season is from March to May with practices held Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. There is a preference for experience at the collegiate or high school competitive levels. If interested, contact coach Mark Tyler at DSN: 629-4497.

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in an exploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would take part in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) and your current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jones at 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities.

FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon if families are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similar emergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers may greet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork, etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. If you are interested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil.

CLUB BEYOND is searching for volunteers to serve as Adult Leaders. Leaders assist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students in grades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. If interested, please contact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment.

THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913.

ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For more information, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON NAVY LEAGUE NAPLES has three missions: to enhance the morale of active duty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American public on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through programs such as the Junior ROTC that expose young people to the values of our sea services. Personnel interested in joining or participating with the Navy League should contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or Sue Carbone at 340096-4399. For more information, visit www.navyleague.org.

THE NAPLES TOASTMASTERS CLUB provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests are always welcome. For more information, visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us on Facebook "Toastmasters Naples Italy."

NAPLES AREA FIRST CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION is composed of members from different rates with one mission. As a service organization, we enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members.

We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Visit us and learn how you can participate and feel free to bring a friend! For more information, please contact YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733.

PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for worship and bible Study.

Stay up-to-date with current events at our Facebook page PWOC Naples or contact us at pwocparticipation@gmail.com to be on our email distribution.

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STEM NIGHT Continued from Page 1

The emphasis of the night was helicopters.

Pilots Lt. Geoffrey Clift and Lt. j.g. Daniel T. Auguilera, along with Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 2nd class Sam Thomson, all assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, Detachment 1 out of Norfolk, volunteered to speak to the students and show them some of the gear they use to perform their duties.

“The message we want to send to the children is if you have a goal, it’s achievable,” said Auguilera.

“Everyone has the same opportunities if you work hard.”

More than 60 children registered for STEM night. The students were divided into three groups and the event was divided into stations to accommodate the large number.

Kellie Heath, in charge of the first station, talked to the parents and emphasized the need for them to be involved in their children’s education and to let them know what their children are capable of.

Third grade students at Naples Elementary School drop their paper heli“Remind your chil- copters during a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics dren if you are watch- (STEM) experiment at Naval Support Activity Naples, Jan. 16. (Photo by ing the Olympics or if MCSN Weston Jones) you are listening to music, that no one became good overnight, tion,” said Clift. “This gives them motivation to do well in school.” it takes practice,” said Heath.

After finishing the different stations, it Afterwards, the children watched a video showing the importance of math and sci- was time to test out their paper helicopters.

Cmdr. Larry Kistler, deputy assistant chief ence.

At the next station, Louise Lambertson, of staff for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ kindergarten teacher at NES, showed stu- U.S. 6th Fleet, gave brief instructions on dents and their families how to make paper what to do and then the students went up helicopters for use in an experiment later in stairs to begin the experiment.

The students dropped two sets of helicopthe evening.

“This activity lets students apply concepts ters, one with a paperclip and one without, and also lets them have fun with their par- while their parents timed each one’s ents while learning,” said Lambertson. “The descent. Afterwards, students and their home and school connection with parents is parents logged the results of the experiment on a computer and then compared the data very important for a child’s education.”

At the next station, the helicopter from the different paper helicopters.

Zimmermann said experiments like these crewmembers spoke to students about trying in school and having a passion for math are very beneficial to students.

“They create a project, test it and then and science to be able to work in job fields analyze the data with their parents,” said like they do.

“We want our students to be independent, Zimmermann. “The students and the parcreative problem-solvers,” said Sherri ents had a great time interacting with the Zimmermann, an educational technologist pilots and learning about helicopter flight.”

This is the second year the elementary at NES. “STEM supports that vision.”

A young lady raised her hand and asked school has held STEM nights. With more the crew members if girls were allowed to be than 60 percent of the third grade class pilots. The helicopter crew assured her that attending, the school plans on continuing girls are allowed to be pilots and there was STEM night in the coming years.

“The number one message I can send to supposed to be a female pilot there with them; however, she got called to go fly a parents is look at where we are living,” said Beane. “There is a plethora of things to be mission.

Next, students went to display tables cov- seen around the area that can instill a pasered in helicopter gear while the crew sion for learning. The opportunities here are abound and all families should take explained the purpose of each piece of gear.

“Seeing the gear really grabs their atten- advantage of it.”

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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.

All classes require registration.

• Feb. 3 - 7: Transition GPS Workshop: (Pre-Separation), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Feb 4: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (1 of 3 Sessions) • Feb 5: Prenatal Parenting: Nutrition, Fetal & Child Development, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC (1 of 4 Sessions) • Feb 5: I.A. Discussion Group, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Feb 6: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 10 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (5 of 7 Sessions) • Feb 7: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., (appointments only), Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 10–14: S.A.P.R Victim Advocate Training, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC Captain James Aiken, commander of Task Force 65, visits USS Ramage (DDG 61), Jan. 20, to speak with the crew about the current deployment, deckplate leadership and to recognize high performing individuals. During an all-hands call on the flight deck, the commodore spoke to the crew about how important Ramage is to the Navy team and how our lessons that we have learned over these months on station will improve the warfighting ability of ships that deploy here in the future. (U.S. Navy photo)

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

All classes require registration.

• Feb. 3-7, Area Orientation/ Intercultural Relations Seminar, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Feb 4, ICR Field Trip – Discovering Naples, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Feb. 6, ICR Field Trip – Rome, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Crime Report for Jan. 22 - Jan. 28 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS

The travel section of the re-opened library sponsored by the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR).

(Photo by MCSN Mat Murch)

“If another library has the book it can be ordered and sent to the library here and, we are hoping to be able to have it next day.”

The new library’s book selection contains popular fiction, a small selection of non-fiction related material to military and Navy history, travel books, and books for customers going to college. The library also contains DVDs that can be rented along with a small selection of video games.

About 4,000 people a month visit the library and Smith is optimistic that the foot traffic will go up.

“We were looking for ways to make things more efficient with money getting tighter all the time,” said Smith. “This was the way to do it. By combining several programs we’ve been able to cut costs, making it easier for staff coverage, while helping improve both programs by putting the ITT operation here to take advantage of the foot traffic we have in the library along with close proximity to the bus stop.”

Energy Conservation Energy Reminders From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Here are a few things to keep in mind while ending the holiday season: – Adjust tire temperatures for appropriate cold/warm periods to maximize fuel economy.

- Keep refrigerator doors closed and when open keep the gazing to a minimum. Extended time with the doors open requires more energy to return the box to its set point temperature.

- Turn off lights in common areas when not in use.

- Open your storm shutter over your windows to let light in.

- If you find yourself a little warm on your ride to work with the heat on, crack open a window instead of turning on the A/C to cool you back down. Using a mix between your car’s window and the heater in the vehicle is a much more efficient way to keep you comfortable and the car efficient. The heater core uses engine coolant to warm you and the transfer of heat also aids the engine’s radiator in keeping it cool. Therefore, you can both win and increase engine efficiency.

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)

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Naples Community Health Awareness From Naval Support Activity Naples Public Affairs

The Naples Public Health Evaluation (PHE) was an extensive effort to learn more about the potential environmental health risks present in the Campania region of Italy. The Navy established health protective policies based on the study’s findings to protect the health of U.S. personnel and their families, which includes bottled water advisories and health protective lease clauses.

The PHE found the potential health risks for living off-base can be mitigated by following established risk-management actions.

The enduring health protection policies are as follows: • Maintain the July 2008 bottled water advisory for U.S. personnel living off base.

• Maintain the New Lease Suspension Zone (NLSZ) areas, based on U.S. Navy and Italian environmental sampling data. In these zones, U.S. Navy personnel are not permitted to sign new rental home leases.

• Maintain the U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples PHE website and the U.S. Navy Regional Water Quality Board.

• Maintain the health-protective U.S. Navy lease clauses for private off-base rental homes: – Landlords must provide containerized water service from a Navyapproved vendor.

– Leased homes must be supplied by city water or permitted wells.

Landlords must disconnect all non-permitted wells and provide proof of connection to the city water system or that the well is permitted.

– Landlords must clean and disinfect domestic water holding tanks every six months.

• The U.S. Navy will continue to share data with designated Italian public health officials.

Throughout the Public Health Evaluation, the U.S. Navy established health protective policies and took immediate action, when necessary, to protect the health of U.S. personnel and their families. The risk management analysis determined that many of the health protective policies established during Phase I and Phase II will continue, as well as new policies implemented to ensure continued health protection.

The Phase I and II reports, along with fact sheets addressing commonly asked questions and a detailed timeline of study components, are available through a link on the Naval Support Activity Naples website: www.cnic.navy.mil/Naples. If you have a concern about your specific health risk and how the study relates to you, please contact the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples at DSN: 629-6299 or commercial: 081-811-6299.

Sailor's Cautionary tale about Coping with alcohol use From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs The Keep What You've Earned campaign released its latest testimonial video Jan. 29 as part of a series featuring Sailor's personal stories about how alcohol incidents impacted their careers, and the importance of drinking responsibly.

The latest video features Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Kathryn Cummings from Naval Operational Support Center (NOSC) Norfolk. She shares how a personal hardship led to destructive drinking habits and excessive alcohol use.

Struggling with personal issues, Cummings thought that a night of heavy drinking would be just what she needed, but a night of binge drinking led to even more trouble - this time with her career.

In the newly released video, Cummings says she thought she did everything right. She called a taxi and got home safe. However, her decision to binge drink still affected her career when she was late to work and received a "fit for duty" screening.

After failing her screening, Cummings was referred to her command Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) and got the help she needed. She now has regular meetings with her command Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor (DAPA), Chief Personnel Specialist Howard Dickerson, who said that Cummings is a "stellar Sailor" who strives to be an example to others.

"Responsible drinking is so important - especially these days where everyone is competing to stay in (the Navy)," said Cummings.

She now spends her time working out, volunteering and hanging out with more responsible friends.

According to the Center for Disease Control, binge drinking has become so common that more than half of alcohol consumption in the U.S. is in the form of binge drinking.

"We want Sailors to understand that we aren't trying to stop them from drinking all together, but that if they choose to drink, we want them to do so responsibly," said Dorice Favorite, director of the Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Office. "If a night of drinking affects your ability to show up for work and do your job, that's when we know there is a problem."

Cumming's testimonial is part of the Keep What You've Earned video series. Each testimonial reminds Sailors of the importance of drinking responsibly and keeping what you've earned.

You can watch all the Keep What You've Earned videos at www.youtube.com/user/NavyNADAP. For more information, and to help promote responsible drinking at your command, visit www.nadap.navy.mil.

(U.S. Navy photo)

CNP Busts Rumors, Talks Training and Responsibility with Sailors From CNP Public Affairs

Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) Vice Adm. Bill Moran conducted an all-hands call for Sailors at Naval Air Technical Training Center (NATTC), Fla. Jan. 24.

During the all hands call, held in NATTC's Charles Taylor Hangar, he discussed important issues soon to affect these new Sailor's careers such as wait times before classing up for training, proposed changes to sea pay, benefits, manning, and deployment cycles.

Moran started by telling the approximately 3000 staff and students in the hangar that they are entering an exciting period in naval aviation, where nearly every fleet aircraft type is being replaced or updated.

"I need smart technically oriented sailors like you, and it is critical that we give you the right skills and tools to operate in this environment," said Moran.

He spoke to instructors in the audience, reminding them of the importance of their work. "What's critical to the life blood of the United States' Navy is the training pipeline that delivers sailors from Great Lakes, to the waterfront."

In regards to the recent headlines about changes to retirement and benefits, Moran reassured the group that they are not cutting pay, basic allowance for housing (BAH), or the structure of retirement benefits. He then explained that they are taking steps to slow the growth in the amount that was being spent down to a sustainable rate to afford a more capable and ready Navy.

Moran encouraged the students to "have faith, stay the course, keep your heads down, and get to the fleet where great opportunities are available."

Following this, he opened up the hangar for questions from the assembled Sailors

on a variety of topics.

Questions ranged from topics such as what he could have done differently during the first five years of his career, and what it is like to be a "vice admiral in the world's greatest Navy."

Other questions posed by the students covered rumors about the closure of the commissaries, the replacement of Perform to Serve with Career Navigator, how changes in technology will affect rates in the future, proposed changes to sea duty incentive pay, imminent danger area pay changes, proposed BAH changes, and the new USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) class aircraft carriers.

When asked how the students could support him and his staff, Moran reminded the audience about the role that each Sailor plays in creating a better Navy for themselves and their shipmates around them, especially in preventing sexual assault and sexual harassment.

"Take responsibility at your level to make a positive change, and we can change the culture on this."

This charge to take responsibility for your own actions and decisions was repeated

by Moran when asked about how to deal with driving under the influence (DUI) and underage drinking. "We deal with this through personal accountability of the driver, and the other people with this driver." Moran continued that they need to "make mature decisions, make the right decisions, take good shipmates with you, and have a designated driver. Your just 'rolling the dice' if you drink and then drive and you have no idea what will happen if you drive after drinking. You will be held accountable, so think about it."

Moran finished the call with a simple message "you are smart, dedicated, and you want to participate in naval aviation. Thanks for your commitment and your service."

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the Way ahead Navy Senior Enlisted Talk Top Issues

By MC2 Jonathan Defense Media Activity

Sunderman,

The Navy's top enlisted Sailors held an enlisted leadership roundtable at the 26th Annual Surface Navy Association (SNA) Symposium in Arlington, Va., Jan. 14.

The roundtable kicked off with introductions by seven fleet and force master chiefs and two command master chiefs.

The enlisted leaders participated in an information exchange with both junior and senior enlisted service members on the current challenges facing today's Navy.

Topics ranged from the Navy's efforts to combat sexual assault to deployments, operating tempo and the future of the littoral combat ship (LCS).

"The purpose of the roundtable today was to make our Sailors aware of what's going on in all our different areas," said Fleet Master Chief April Beldo, the fleet master chief for the Navy total force, manpower, personnel, training and education. "We had an opportunity to allow our Sailors to get firsthand information from our master chiefs, so they all know what our responsibilities are, and how we use their interaction with us to make

sure we have our pulse on the fleet."

During the roundtable session a retired master chief asked what the Navy is doing to curb and educate our Sailors on sexual assault.

Beldo's response was that the Navy started the 21st Century Sailor and Marine Office, which helps educate not only victims, but also the accused.

She said the office's number one focus is to draw down the behavior of disrespect.

"Where did we lose the embedded moral fortitude of treating each other with respect?" said Beldo. "I believe sometimes in society today, if you're not taught in a home that understands what [it] means when you say [treat others how you want to be treated,] then you don't even know what that means, and we're trying to change that."

A hospital corpsman 1st class aboard USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) also asked whether or not LCSs were going to be lessening the burden on other ships, or will they just be adding to the diversity of the Navy's warfare capabilities.

"They are going to be forward deployed, but not forward homeported, the crew rotation is going to be four to six months and they are designed

Fleet Master Chief of Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education April Beldo speaks about the future force of the Navy at the 26th annual Surface Navy Association National Symposium. (Photo by MC2 Sean Hurt)

to be overall changed out within 72 hours," said an audience member. "It is going to reduce the workflow of the DDGs and it's going to free up the cruisers."

Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff, the U.S. Navy Forces, Europe fleet master chief, also offered her take on the type of Sailor LCS will need to be successful.

"Everybody is going to be a starter on that ship, and you're going to have to know a multitude of jobs in order to get that ship under way and sustain it," she said. "The LCS Sailor is someone we look at very closely on the capability they have walking into that ship, and the capability they have walking away. Because the stamina and the educational foundation, the professional foundation that's necessary on that

ship is above and beyond.

Because you lose one Sailor, then you've lost more than one focus area of one job. The team is small, but the contribution is huge."

Ortloff also expressed her confidence with today's Navy.

"As I sit here with my 31 years in the Navy and I prepare for retirement in a year and half-the Navy is in excellent hands with all of our Sailors, particularly with our enlisted corps," she said.

Other panelists expressed their overwhelming certainty that today's Sailors are poised to carry the Navy forward into the next era.

"When we retire it's our sincere hope that the generation behind us are adequately prepared to replace us," said Fleet Master Chief Charles Clarke, Fleet Forces Command fleet

master chief. "I'm here to tell you that this [discussion] solidifies the fact that our Sailors that are coming up behind us are not only prepared, but better than we are. I leave here today with a happy heart knowing that the discussions that the Sailors are having in their berthing spaces or out on liberty are the same discussions we are having at the fleet forces level - so we are kind of aligned."

The Surface Navy Association was incorporated in 1985 to promote greater coordination and communication among those in the military, business and academic communities who share a common interest in Naval Surface Warfare and to support the activities of Surface Naval Forces. The theme of this year's conference was "Surface

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Kids’ Talk: The Birth of Something Beautiful

By Charis Jacobson, 8th Grade.

“Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning,” Psalms 30:5.

Have you ever noticed that the deepest joys often come after the hardest sorrows?

We can’t fully know joy until we’ve felt pain. A woman experiences a lot of pain when delivering a child. But when the baby is born, there is great rejoicing, and the mother loves her child even more because of the pain she went through during labor.

I saw this firsthand when I witnessed the births of my younger brothers. My mom experienced painful contractions when she brought my brother Zaden into this world. But when the trial was over, she was filled with great joy and love. I also saw pain followed by joy during the birth of my brother Seanin.

Sometimes when we follow God’s plan, we experience tri-

als that cause us to test our faith in God. When that happens, we wonder if there will ever be an end to the pain we feel right now. But when we can look back on our journey, we see that it was all worth it, that we’ve been made stronger because of what we went through. In fact, we love God even more because of what we suffered for Him. All six of my siblings are a gift from the Lord. We eagerly anticipated their coming, not knowing exactly when born. be would they Likewise, I’m excited for some steps the Lord wants me to take, but I need to wait until He says the time is right.

We don’t know what will become of the steps we are taking now, or maybe even why we are taking them. But when God’s plan has been accomplished, just like when the mother can finally see her child’s face, the result is beautiful.

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Sailors Come Out for Barbecue and Trivia

More than 70 single and unaccompanied Sailors attended a barbecue and trivia event at the Liberty Center hosted by USO Naples, MWR and the Religious Ministries Team from Naval Support Activity Naples, Jan. 24. Part of 'Operation Bless Our Warriors', the event featured Martin Luther King Jr. trivia with prizes, food, games and movies. (Photo by Cmdr. Don Biadog Jr.)

Time for USO Free Bingo

Community members fill the Naples High School cafeteria for USO Free Bingo, Jan. 26. Bingo winners were given gift baskets, electronics and other prizes. (Photo courtesy of USO Naples)

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continued their dominance with a convincing 45-23 victory. Naples was led by Shanice Alexander with 17 points and 6 steals. Other point earners were Daria Andrews (10), Charity Hollingsworth (4), Abby Lynch (4), Zhana EspreeBelle (4), Carrie Welch (2), Keylee Soto (4), Courtney Hall (1).

At 8-0, the Lady Wildcats are the only unbeaten girls team in Italy’s Division II overall.

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The Naples Lady Wildcats pulled off a dramatic comeback to get the victory when they were down by 6 points with a minute left in the game, Jan. 24.

The Naples Lady Wildcats and Aviano Saints basketball teams came into the match with unbeaten records and were listed as the game of the week in Stars & Stripes.

Daria Andrews hit a muchneeded three pointer to tie the game at 47-47. Shanice

Alexander, who scored 20 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, sealed the win by making one of two foul shots with 5 seconds on the clock.

Keylee Soto contributed 14 points for the Wildcats in the tough and close game that had many lead changes.

Other notable contributors on offense and defense for the Wildcats were Carrie Welch (6 points), Daria Andrews (5 points) and Charity Hollingsworth (2 points).

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The Lady Wildcats won 48 to 47 in a hard fought battle against the Aviano Saints.

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The Navy joins our nation in celebrating the vibrant history and culture of African-American and Black Sailors during African-American/Black History Month throughout the month of February.

Established in 1926 as Negro History Week, President Gerald R. Ford expanded the celebration in 1976 to include the entire month of February.

This year, Navy commands are encouraged to celebrate and reflect on the theme "Civil Rights in America."

African-American Sailors have a legacy of honorable service that permeates our naval history through every major armed conflict since the Revolutionary War. During the Civil War, AfricanAmerican Sailors fought on every kind of Union warship, accounting for 10 to 24 percent of each ship's crew, and included eight Medal of Honor recipients.

During World War II, the Golden Thirteen were an example of African-Americans breaking new ground in the Navy and in American society. In February 1944, 12 prior-enlisted black servicemen were commissioned as ensigns and a 13th was made a warrant officer. They were the first group of black servicemen to complete officer training in the Navy and led the way for future AfricanAmericans. These 13 officers not only made a contribution to the Navy during World War II, but to society as well. By the end of the war, 64 AfricanAmericans had become officers in the Navy.

Striving for equality at home and blazing a trail for future African-American Sailors, Wesley A. Brown became the first black graduate of the United States Naval Academy in 1949, joining the Navy's Civil Engineer Corps and retiring at the rank of lieutenant commander. He passed away May 22, 2012 after a distinguished career both in the Navy and in the civilian workforce.

Edna Young was the first black woman to enlist in the regular Navy and later the first black woman to achieve the rank of chief petty officer. Young joined the Navy after the passage of the Women's Armed

Services Integration Act July 7, 1948.

In December 1996, Adm. J. Paul Reason became the first black naval officer to wear four stars and assumed command of the Atlantic Fleet, comprising nearly 200 warships, 1,400 aircraft, and 122,000 service men and women based at 18 major shore facilities.

Vice Adm. Michelle Howard is recognized for many first accomplishments, including the recognition as the first female United States Naval Academy graduate to be promoted to the rank of admiral, the first black female to command a combatant ship, and the first black female promoted to two-star and threestar admiral. She has also been confirmed by the Senate to serve as Vice Chief of Naval Operations, the service's No. 2 uniformed officer. She will be the first black and first woman to hold the job and the first female four-star admiral.

These outstanding examples of African-American Sailors are just a handful of those marking history with firsts and distinguishing the Navy as a force for freedom and equality.

African-Americans continue to serve with distinction, now comprising more than 17 percent of our active duty Navy total force end-strength. Sailors and their commands are encouraged to use this month to celebrate and recognize the exceptional and distinctive contributions and the unique histories and cultures that our African-American shipmates bring to our Navy.

More information on the many milestones achieved by black Sailors and the history of the African-American Navy experience can be found at the Naval History and Heritage Command at http://www.history. navy.mil/special%20highlights/africanAmerican/African-hist.htm. A fullcolor brochure on the history of African-Americans in the United States Navy is also available for download through the Naval History and Heritage Command link.

A complete educational presentation, including a downloadable educational poster on African American/ Black History month, can be requested from the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI) by email at deomipa@us.af.mil.

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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)

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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE …

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org.

BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, please call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/countries/italy.htm.

NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilities wanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m.

Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and development will be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall or co-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk or andrew.bohnsack@gmail.com.

NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 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.

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. Email Robert Kenney at kofcnaples@gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/site/kofcnaples/home.

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.

THE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION meets twice a month to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact MA2 Aaron Kurschner at DSN 626-2871 or ABH2 Brent Paucke at DSN 626-5382.

NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli.

SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required. FMI, contact Bob & Shauna Bunnell at bunnellr54@gmail.com and bunnellshauna@aol.com SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo Fleurant at 328194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com.

CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-theTots-Club.

CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy.

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263.

GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446.

Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples.

THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com.

Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315.

THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS The University of Oklahoma offers the Master of Human Relations on-site graduate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For more information, contact the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building.

REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered.

UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community.

FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, visit http://www. wraitalia.it.

SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES Tuesday Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time. Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

Friday, Jan. 31 4:30 p.m. The Nut Job, PG 6 p.m.

Grudge Match, PG-13 7:15 p.m. Paranormal Activity: Marked Ones, R, Premiere Showing

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Saturday, Feb. 1 Secret Life of Walter Mitty, PG, Premiere Showing Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, PG-13 47 Ronin, PG-13 (3D) Lone Survivor, R

Sunday, Feb. 2 3 p.m.

The Nut Job, PG (3D) 4 p.m.

Saving Mr. Banks, PG-13 6 p.m.

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, PG 7:15 p.m. Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones, R

Monday, Feb. 3 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, Feb. 4 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, Feb. 5 4:30 p.m. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, PG 6 p.m.

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, PG-13 7 p.m.

47 Ronin, PG-13 Thursday, Feb. 6 4:30 p.m. The Nut Job, PG 6 p.m.

Hobbit: Desolation Smaug, PG13 7 p.m.

Lone Survivor, R Friday, Feb. 7 4:30 p.m. The LEGO Movie, PG (3D) Premiere Showing 6 p.m.

47 Ronin, PG-13 7 p.m.

The Monuments Men, PG-13, Premiere Showing

Movie Descriptions RUDGE MATCH, PG-13, Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Kevin Hart, Kim Basinger, Jon Bernthal. Drama, Sports, 113 min. Billy "The Kid" McDonnen and Henry "Razor" Sharp, two local Pittsburgh fighters whose fierce rivalry put them in the national spotlight. Each had scored a victory against the other during their heyday, but in 1983, on the eve of their decisive third match, Razor suddenly announced his retirement, refusing to explain why but effectively delivering a knock-out punch to both their careers.

Thirty years later, boxing promoter Dante Slate Jr., seeing big dollar signs, makes them an offer they can't refuse: to re-enter the ring and settle the score once and for all. But they may not have to wait that long: on their first encounter in decades, their long-festering feud erupts into an unintentionally hilarious melee that instantly goes viral. The sudden social media frenzy transforms their local grudge match into a must-see HBO event. Now, if they can just survive the training, they may actually live to fight again.

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ARANORMAL ACTIVITY: THE MARKED ONES, R, Cast: Carlos Pratts, Richard Cabral, Kimberly Ables Jindra, Eddie J. Fernandez, Jorge Diaz. Horror, 84 min. A group of party goers sets out with a camera to investigate after a woman dies in the apartment beneath them, and they discover items associated with black magic rituals. When Jesse discovers a mark on his arm, strange forces pursue him while his loved ones attempt to save him.

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HE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY, PG, Cast: Kristen Wiig, Ben Stiller, Sean Penn, Adam Scott, Kathryn Hahn. Action/Adventure, 115 min. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is James Thurber's classic story of a day-dreamer who escapes his anonymous life by disappearing into a world of fantasies filled with heroism, romance and action. When his job along with that of his co-worker are threatened, Walter takes action in the real world embarking on a global journey that turns into an adventure more extraordinary than anything he could have ever imagined.

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7 RONIN, PG-13, Cast: Keanu Reeves, Hiroyuki Sanada, Ko Shibasaki, Tadanobu Asano, Rinko Kikuchi. Action/Adventure, 119 min. After a treacherous warlord kills their master and banishes their kind, 47 leaderless samurai vow to seek vengeance and restore honor to their people. Driven from their homes and dispersed across the land, this band of Ronin must seek the help of Kai, a half-breed they once rejected, as they fight their way across a savage world of mythic beasts, shapeshifting witchcraft and wondrous terrors. As this exiled, enslaved outcast becomes their most deadly weapon, he will transform into the hero who inspires this band of outnumbered rebels to seize eternity.

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HE NUT JOB, PG, Cast: Will Arnett, Katherine Heigl, Brendan Fraser, Liam Neeson, Stephen Lang.

Animation, 85 min. This is an action-packed comedy in fictional Oakton that follows the travails of Surly (voiced by Will Arnett), a mischievous squirrel, and his rat friend Buddy, who plan a nut store heist of outrageous proportions and unwittingly find themselves embroiled in a much more complicated and hilarious adventure.

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ACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT, PG-13, Cast: Keira Knightley, Kevin Costner, Kenneth Branagh, Gemma Chan. Action/Adventure, 100 min. In a story

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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 Jan. 31 Sorrento by Nigh...............€36 Feb. 1 Vatican and Sistine Chapel ...................€68 Feb. 2 Angel Caves of Pertosa ....€45 Feb. 8 Planetarium and Astronomy Museum in Rome............. €44 Feb. 9 A Day on the Snow (Family Special) ................€29 Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day Dinner at the WineFarm..........................€49 WEEKEND TOURS Feb. 1-2 Single Sailor Ski Weekend . . . . . . .€129 Feb. 14-17 Canevale in Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€228 March 1-3 The Floats of Viareggio . . . . . . . . . .€229 March 15-16 The Trulli of Alberobello . . . . . . . . . .€154

No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies

taking place prior to the original Jack Ryan stories, Ryan is a young stockbroker working for a billionaire in Moscow before joining the CIA. When the billionaire he is advising frames him for a terrorist plot and kidnaps his wife, Ryan must race against time to clear his name, stop the plot, and save his wife.

ONE SURVIVOR, R, Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Eric Bana, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster.

Action/Adventure, 121 min. This movie tells the story of four Navy SEALs on an ill-fated covert mission to neutralize a high-level Taliban operative who are ambushed by enemy forces in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan. Based on The New York Times bestseller, this is a story of heroism, courage and survival.

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AVING MR. BANKS, PG-13, Cast: Emma Thompson, Tom Hanks, Paul Giamatti, Jason Schwartzman, Bradley Whitford. Drama 125 min.

When Walt Disney's daughters begged him to make a movie of their favorite book, P.L. Travers' "Mary Poppins," he made them a promise-one that he didn't realize would take 20 years to keep. In his quest to obtain the rights, Walt comes up against a curmudgeonly, uncompromising writer who has absolutely no intention of letting her beloved magical nanny get mauled by the Hollywood machine. But, as the books stop selling and money grows short, Travers reluctantly agrees to go to Los Angeles to hear Disney's plans for the adaptation. For those two short weeks in 1961, Walt Disney pulls out all the stops. Armed with imaginative storyboards and chirpy songs from the talented Sherman brothers, Walt launches an all-out onslaught on P.L. Travers, but the prickly author doesn't budge.

He soon begins to watch helplessly as Travers becomes increasingly immovable and the rights begin to move further away from his grasp. It is only when he reaches into his own childhood that Walt discovers the truth about the ghosts that haunt her, and together they set Mary Poppins free to ultimately make one of the most endearing films in cinematic history.

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HE LEGO MOVIE, PG, Cast: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett, Nick Offerman. Animation, 94 min. The original 3D computer animated story follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared.

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HE MONUMENTS MEN, PG-13, Cast: George Clooney, Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett, Bill Murray, John Goodman. Action/Adventure, 130 min. An unlikely World War II platoon is tasked by FDR with going into Germany to rescue artistic masterpieces from Nazi thieves and returning them to their rightful owners. It would be an impossible mission: with the art trapped behind enemy lines, and with the German army under orders to destroy everything as the Reich fell. How could these guys seven museum directors, curators, and art historians, all more familiar with Michelangelo than the M-1 possibly hope to succeed? But as the Monuments Men, as they were called, found themselves in a race against time to avoid the destruction of 1000 years of culture, they would risk their lives to protect and defend mankind’s greatest achievements.

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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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Tiger Sharks Champions for Eighth Consecutive Year

By Jamie Yenco

For the eighth consecutive year, the Naples Tiger Sharks were crowned the 2013-2014 European Forces Swim League (EFSL) Southern Division Champions, Jan. 25, at the Capodichino Fit Zone Pool.

“The swimmers’ excellent practice ethics, determination, and discipline over the past six months are key behind the success this season,” said Jane Higgins, Tiger Sharks head coach. “We had 73 percent of the swimmers setting personal bests, and 90 percent of the swimmers receiving medals on the podium … now that’s a lot of bling!”

The Tiger Sharks had a strong start winning three of the four 200m individual medley mixed relays and continued to overwhelm their southern competitors throughout the meet. The 10 & under medley relay Sharp, Lauren (Lindsey Snodgrass, Luke Patterson & Sean Quirk) is now in first place in the EFSL standings after Divisional Champs.

The final tallies for points were Tiger Sharks (1592.5), Sigonella (707), Lisbon (505.5), Aviano (438), Vicenza (453), and Rota (187).

Sweeping the 12-and-under age groups for the 100m individual medley, first place finishes were made by Alex Ruppe, Lindsey Sharp, Carly Sharp, Paul Patterson, Luke Patterson, and Jacob Levine.

Ruppe also took first in both the 50m butterfly and 50m backstroke, while Paul Patterson finished first in both the 200m individual medley and 50m breaststroke for the 8-and-

The Naples Tiger Sharks team poses for a group photo in front of Mount Vesuvius. (Photo by Mike Sharp)

under age group.

Luke Patterson and Lindsey Sharp both finished first in the 9-10 age group 50m butterfly and 200m freestyle. Levine took first in the same events for the 11-12 age group boys. Carly Sharp also took two more first place finishes in the 200m individual medley and the 50m breaststroke.

Medals were awarded to all swimmers that placed in the top six for each event.

Lydia Boyum finished first in the 13-14 age group 200m individual medley, dropping 4.78 seconds to qualify for the EFSL Championships next month.

Caitlin Quirk followed close behind, finishing second and earning 10 points for the team.

Maura Patterson placed second for the 15-16 age group and Vicki Krause took first for the 17-19 age group. Boyum also finished second in her 100m breaststroke. Patterson also had a first place finish in the 13-14 age group 100m breaststroke and a second place finish in her 200m freestyle. Krause also had two more first place

Jane Higgins, Tiger Sharks head coach, goes over the swimmer stats with Alyssa yenco and Lauren Snodgrass before they get up on the blocks at the 2013-2014 European Forces Swim League Southern Division Champions held at the Capodichino Fit Zone pool, Jan. 25.

(Photo by Mike Sharp)

finishes in the 50m freestyle and 100m backstroke.

Brandon Oestereicher finished first in the boys 13-14 age group 100m backstroke, 100m freestyle and 400m freestyle.

Jerra Ewing finished first in the boys 13-14 age group 200m individual medley. Marshall Saunders took second for the 15-16 age group, while Zachary Oestereicher placed third and Jacob Gray placed fourth. Brian Thibodeau placed first in the event for the 17-19 age group.

Ewing also placed first in the 13-14 age group 100m breaststroke and third in the 100m backstroke. Saunders also finished first in the 15-16 age group 100m butterfly and second in the 100m backstroke.

Thibodeau also had a first place finish in the 17-19 age group 100m butterfly.

Ryan Link had a first place finish in the 9-10 age group boys 50m freestyle, dropping 1.56 seconds and qualifying to compete in the championships next month. Brendan Smith followed close behind and finished third, earning 9 points for the team.

Kyla Hallam placed first in the 13-14 age group girls 50m freestyle, while Christina Gillespie took fifth. McKenna Gray took first place for the boys in the same age group.

Hallam also had two more firstplace finishes in the 200m Freestyle and 400m Freestyle.

Nick Sherer finished second in the boys 13-14 age group 200m freestyle and earned 10 points for the team.

Emily Patterson had a first place finish in the 13-14 age group 100m butterfly and Sydney Milton took second.

Patterson also had two more finishes in the top three.

Jordan Traucht finished first in the 8-and-under 50m butterfly, dropping 5.37 seconds and qualifying for the EFSL Championships in February.

More Naples Tiger Sharks with first place finishes included Bret Baldwin, Francis Carlos, Robert Dromerhauser, Kendall Ewing, Houlton McGuinn, Berkay Payal, Sean Quirk, Lauren Snodgrass, Isaac Stacks, Ryan Sword, and Leslie Traucht.

Swimmers with one or more second place finishes included Sydney Bidwell, Ian Boggs, Erin Dromerhauser, Lorenzo Flores, Anna Gillespie, Kieran Gyles, Sophia Krause, Chris Levine, Drake McGuinn, Maxwell Milton, Ashley Snodgrass,

Stephen Traucht, Mijke Witkamp, and Callie Van Dyke.

Anna Gillespie swam the 50m freestyle in 33.18 seconds, Ashley Snodgrass dropped time in the 50m Freestyle by 2.06 seconds, and Callie VanDyke lost time in both the 50m butterfly and 50m backstroke. All three qualify for the championships.

Third places finishes were made by Samantha Allen, Ingrid Bidwell, Abigail Driskell, Ryan Gray, Liam Gyles, Luke Johnson, MariaCeleste Kistler, Zachary Oestereicher, Harley Williams, and Alyssa Yenco.

Abigail Driskell qualified for the first time for a 50m freestyle swim with her time.

Fourth place finishes were made by Foster Deneke, Marissa Dye, Nathan Traucht and Zane Zimmerman. Dye and Zimmerman were both firsttime qualifiers with their times in the 50m freestyle.

Fifth place finishes were made

by Christina Gillespie, Seamus Gyles, John Lynch, Anika Mustard, Brendan Roberts, John Ruppe, Maria Sherer, and Andrew Smith.

Sixth place recipients included Sarah Oestereicher and Connor Roberts.

“I would like to pass on my appreciation to all the volunteers who planned, coordinated, and made this successful divisional championships possible,” said Higgins. “The NTS swim team is a unique organization, and the teamwork and camaraderie that takes place each and every day is absolutely amazing.”

More than 50 swim team members will travel to Eindhoven, Netherlands, Feb. 15-16, to compete in the EFSL Swim Championships, culminating another successful swim season for the Tiger Sharks.

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NATO Lions Rugby Team Play First Training Game

NATO Lions Rugby player Kevin young is tackled during a game against Amaturi Napoli, a local rugby team, at Carney Park, Jan. 25. NATO Lions lost the match 10-17 in the first training game of the 2014 season. (Photo

by MC2 John Herman)

Amatori Napoli rugby players reach for possession of the ball during a line out while playing against the NATO Lions at Naval Support Activity Naples' Carney Park, Jan. 25. (Photo by MC2 John Herman)

Naples Wildcats Boys Basketball Split Games with Aviano Rivals Right: Players from the Naples Wildcats and the Aviano Saints go up for a rebound, Jan. 24, at Naples High School. The boys team came away with a 62-39 win against the rival team with Kalen Murphy contributing 12 points and 12 rebounds. The Wildcats met again, Jan. 25, but came away with a 65-45 loss.

(Photo by Carina Cusumano)

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Jobs

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) To find out what positions are currently open, please contact our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or commercial 081-568-5409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be posted at the Human Resources Office, located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor.

The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) at Support Site will also have vacancy announcements and they can be easily viewed the HRO Website: http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/ about/Jobs.html Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, or by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, or at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement.

PLEASE NOTE: Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: • ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates

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

CLOSING DATE: FEB 6 Security Assistant, GS-008606 KPP 07 or GS-0086-07, ANN#EUR14-747943-AG, Full Time Permanent CLOSING DATE: FEB 13 Supervisory Traffic Management Specialist, GS-213009. ANN#EUR14-737544-AG, Full Time Permanent Clinical Nurse, GS-0610-09, ANN#EUR14-750273-EG, Full Time Permanent Purchasing Agent, GS-110506 KPP 07/08/09 OR GS-110507 KPP 08/09 OR GS-1105-08 KPP 09 OR GS-1105-09, ANN#EUR 14-752241-JC, Full Time Permanent

LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS CLOSING DATE: FEB 6 Supervisory General Engineer, Ua-0801-02 KPP Ua0801-01, ANN#33191-731974AV, Full Time Permanent Water Treatment Equipment Mechanic, Uc-2601-05, ANN# 44308-734579-AV, Full Time Permanent Office Automation Clerk, Ua-0326-06, ANN#62588-748105-AG, Full Time Permanent If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-5685409. 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 representa-

tive is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the Support Site food court area. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he or she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m.

Feb. 10.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic. navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/jobs.html.

The necessary application forms are also available online.

For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-5685612/4164. The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_NRBO_N9_Personnel@ eu.navy.mil.

NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-005, (Multiple Positions) regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) part time & flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to eighteen years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6weeks to 5 years old. Assembles of gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, Teen Center Program for children ranging form 13 years old to 18 years old.

Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance.

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 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#13-035, flexible Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site. Performs maintenance on various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good condition and safe for patron use.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#13-128, flexible part time,

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)

Bowling Center, Support Site.

Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons.

Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-126 flexible part time, 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 Assistant, NF0189-01 KPP-02, ANN#14-018 flexible, Fleet & Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy.

Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style.

Closing date: Opening Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#14-021 flexible, MWR Outdoor Recreation Program, Support site/Carney Park.

Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Closing date: Opening Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#14-022, flexible, MWR Liberty Division, Naples, Italy.

Employee helps customers in the recreation center with recreational event. Closing date: Open until filled.

CYP Education Technician Leader, CY-1702-II, ANN#14004R regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Teen Center. The purpose of the CY Program Leader (CYP) is to provide appropriate development care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants.

Closing date: Open until filled Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-029, regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) Child Development Centers Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to eighteen years in a Child and Youth Program set-

ting. Closing date: Jan. 31. Area of consideration: Current CDC Capo & Support Site employees only.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https: //www.NavyExchange.jobs.

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#14000013 Sales Clerk/ CL/NF-01/Flex- Two Vacancies.

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#14000015 Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex- Two Vacancies.

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#140000A9 Store Worker/W3/NA-02/Flex – Two Vacancies. Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs various duties including loading/unloading merchandise, verifying type and quantities; prepares merchandise for stocking and stocks shelves; assists in conducting periodic inventories;

assists customers and keeps storage and sales areas clean and orderly.

Ann#14000014 Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas.

Ann#14000019 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.

EARTH & VINE WINE SHOP Ann#14000018 Sales Clerk/ PS/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.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#14000016 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.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#14000017 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.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.