March 15, 2013 Panorama

58th year, No. 10

Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy

Friday, March 15, 2013

Saharan Express 2013 Kicks Off in Senegal

By MC3 Brian Glunt, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East Detachment Europe

Participants from 14 nations attended a pre-sail conference March 7 in Dakar, Senegal to kick off Exercise Saharan Express 2013 (SE-13).

SE-13 is a maritime exercise designed to improve cooperation among participating nations in order to increase counter-piracy capabilities and deter maritime crimes in West Africa.

This exercise provides African, European and U.S. maritime services the opportunity to work together, share information and refine methods in order to help West African nations better monitor and enforce their territorial waters.

“Saharan Express is important because the skills we will practice over the next few weeks can be used to enforce African maritime laws, and that will ultimately improve the lives of the people from the nations represented here,” said Capt. Andrew Lennon, U.S. exercise director.

Although focused on counter-piracy and maritime security operations, the exercise includes a wide variety of training for all participating forces, including at-sea ship boarding and queries, medical familiarization, air operations, communication drills and regional information sharing.

SE-13, which has occurred annually since 2011, is one of four African express-series exercises known as Africa Partnership Station (APS). The regional maritime exercises test skills learned from previous APS training events.

“Since 2011, Exercise Saharan Express has become the most privileged time of year in the annual event calendar of the Senegalese navy,” said Rear Adm. Cheikh Bara Cissokho, Senegalese chief of navy staff. “Saharan Express is a pertinent concept that contributes to raising the operational level of our forces and the fight against trafficking at sea.”

SE-13 takes place following the successful completion of Exercise Obangame Express 2013, another APS regional exercise focused on the Gulf of Guinea.

As part of the U.S. Navy’s global maritime partnerships, APS was developed to support sustained, focused training and multinational and organizational collaboration on a regional scale in order to increase maritime safety and security in Africa.

APS serves to strengthen global maritime partnerships through training and collaborative activities in order to improve maritime safety and security in Africa.

Eight West African and six European nations are scheduled to participate in SE-13 including Cape Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, France, The Gambia, Liberia, Mauritania, Morocco, The Netherlands, Portugal, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Spain, United Kingdom and the United States.

Above: Royal Moroccan Navy sailors practice boarding techniques aboard the Royal Navy frigate HMS Argyll (F231) in Dakar, Senegal March 9 as part of Exercise Saharan Express 2013. Saharan Express is an international maritime security cooperation exercise designed to improve maritime safety and security in West Africa.

(Photos by MC2 John Herman) Left: Royal Moroccan Navy sailors train Liberian sailors in proper security techniques aboard the Royal Navy frigate HMS Argyll (F231) in Dakar, Senegal Saturday as part of Exercise Saharan Express 2013.

CREDO Offers One-Day Marriage Workshop

By MC3 Caitlin Conroy-Feddersen, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe

Cmdr. Charles Pumphrey facilitates a one-day marriage workshop hosted by CREDO aboard NSA Naples, March 7. CREDO is a Chief of Naval Operations initiative and offers several retreats to help people develop personally, professionally and spiritually. (Photo

by MC3 Caitlin Conroy-Feddersen)

Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO) program offered a one-day marriage workshop to military couples aboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, March 7.

The workshop included tips and exercises to help couples learn to communicate more effectively and covered problem-solving skills and techniques that couples can implement into their marriage.

“What we try to do in CREDO through

our marriage workshops like this, or through our weekend long marriage enrichment retreats, is provide something special, to provide skills and tools for individuals and couples to draw on to meet all the challenges of military and married life successfully,” said Cmdr. Michael Pumphrey, CREDO director and class facilitator.

This is the second one-day marriage workshop held in the Naples area, with approximately four scheduled each year.

Communication, problem solving, handling stress as a couple and learning to have fun together were topics included in the workshop.

“The military in general is constantly putting families in a position where they’re separated for long amounts of time, which equals a lot of stress on relationships. My husband and I wanted to use the resources available to us to try to strengthen our marriage,” said Krista Riester, workshop participant. see Marriage Workshop Page 6

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March 15, 2013

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Captain’s Corner

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Base Notes

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Trash Buildup at Support Site

By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer

We are all in the middle of an incredibly busy month. If you aren’t making preparations for your PCS move this summer, you are likely working on your spring break plans.

Or, maybe you’re trying to figure out who will make the Final Four during March Madness. In any case, know that I’m only asking a select few of you – our 1,000 service members residing off base – to participate in the Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) Utility and Recurring Maintenance Survey for Italy. This online survey is important, and there are only two weeks left to complete it. Why is this survey important? Because it influences the Utility/ Recurring Maintenance allowance paid to uniformed personnel who live in private housing out in town. We had great participation for the Cost of Living Allowance survey in January. But now, I’m asking all who are eligible to complete the Utility and Recurring Maintenance Survey to step up. Take advantage of this year’s opportunity to report related expenses. The link to the survey is www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/marutil.cfm.

Starting next week, service members have another important opportunity. The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) is scheduled to host various focus group sessions on sexual assault prevention and response for military personnel E-5 and below. The goal is to hear from our junior enlisted on how we can better focus our Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program. Naples-area SAPR coordinators want to improve their program, and I strongly support these efforts. Sexual assault in the military is a problem that particularly affects personnel ages 25 and under. We need our Sailors to speak up and offer their ideas for eliminating sexual assault. And more importantly, we need our Sailors motivated to prevent, intervene and stop this crime. Fostering a culture of respect and professionalism in our organization is mission critical.

On a completely different note, I want to remind everyone that we will soon begin a yearlong effort to measure the indoor levels of a naturally occurring gas called radon. If you missed last week’s Panorama, check it out on our Facebook page (posted March 8) because there is a lot of good information about what this study means. But here’s the gist of it: As the first Navy base in Europe, NSA Naples is leaning forward to install what are called alpha-track detectors in our current facilities. The detectors will be placed near the ceilings of basements and ground-level spaces where they will collect air data for experts to analyze next year. Our last radon study was more than 20 years ago when Support Site didn’t even exist. So, we are obviously planning to study all of NSA Naples’ current sites. The results won’t be available until the fall of 2014. Don’t hesitate to contact the base environmental team if you have any questions.

We're opening a new food court today at Capo called Bella Napoli. A ton of effort went into making this happen, so I want to thank all who were involved. Seven food vendors will now operate out of the old galley building alongside the piazza. These vendors will offer everything from American breakfast items and Philly cheese steaks to sushi and Italian cuisine. Equally exciting, Navy Entertainment is bringing in an eclectic Celtic band named The Rogues to perform in the new digs.

I hope everyone enjoys the Sunday night show.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

There is a current buildup of trash at Support Site that was caused by the unexpected loss of trash collection service last week. Local officials are working to resume service as soon as possible. In the interim, Support Site residents are requested to neatly place trash items within the perimeter of the designated trash areas where dumpsters are full. Recyclables such as cardboard, paper, plastic, metal and glass must be discarded at the two main residential recycling points in North Park and South Park. Residents should also arrange for the free pick up of unwanted bulk items (e.g., couches, tables, mattresses, unwanted TVs, etc.) by calling the Housing Trouble Desk at DSN: 629-4285/6 or 081-811-4285/6.

Reminder: Gaeta Drinking Water Declared Non-Potable Drinking water at Gaeta Fleet Landing and Olde Mill Inn is now declared non-potable and not fit for consumption. All affected are advised to use bottled water for drinking, food preparation, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice, and feeding pets. For more information, see the complete notice posted at www.facebook.com/ NSANaples and/or contact the U.S. Naval Hospital Preventive Medicine office at DSN: 629-6299 or 081-8116299.

Reminder: Annual Utility/Recurring Maintenance Survey is Open The annual Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) Utility and Recurring Maintenance Survey for Italy is open during the month of March. Service members residing in private housing off base are eligible to take the online survey and will be asked to report average monthly costs for utilities and routine maintenance expenses incurred over the last 12 months. Find the survey at https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/marutil. cfm. Data provided will directly impact the Utility/Recurring Maintenance allowance paid to service members who regularly receive OHA in Italy.

Reminder: Scheduled Power Outages for Electrical Repairs and Maintenance A series of power outages is underway at Support Site. The outages allow workers to complete preventive maintenance on power substations, install energy-saving devices for exterior lighting and repair damaged underground cables. Some offices and stores will close during normal working hours in accordance with the following schedule: Date

Duration of Outage

Support Site Location

March 16

9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Housing Units 2001 through 2011 March 21 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Housing Units 2101 through 2149, Village Forum (all), Vet Clinic, Thrift Shop, NEX Autoport.

March 26 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Base-wide Support Site facilities *Note: General housing, school and CDC facilities will be excluded, but Senior Officer Quarters will be included in this power outage.

March 15: New Capo Food Court Opening

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come, first-serve basis from Support Site to Capo. For the ride to Capo, community members should line up at the TLA bus stop prior to 6 p.m. The bus is scheduled to depart Capo one hour following the show. For more information, call Staci Dietrich at DSN: 626-4894 or 081-568-4894.

March 19: Informational Meetings Begin for Sure Start Program Sure Start is a pre-kindergarten program for children of enlisted personnel. Starting March 19, a series of informational meetings for Sure Starts’ 2013/2014 school year will be held in the Sure Start Atrium at Naples Elementary School. The meetings will address the application process and eligibility requirements.

Children who are age 4 by Sept. 1 may be eligible to register. The informational meetings are scheduled during the following dates and times: March 19 at 5 p.m.; March 26 at 3 p.m.; April 2 at 5 p.m.; April 16 at 3 p.m.; April 23 at 5 p.m.; and April 30 at 3 p.m.

March 19/22/25: SAPR Focus Groups for E-5 and Below The NSA Naples Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) team is soon scheduled to facilitate one-hour focus group sessions for military members E-5 and below. Junior enlisted personnel are invited to participate and provide constructive input for improving the local SAPR program. To sign up for the sessions listed below, contact Chris Meza or Mark Malogrino at DSN: 629-6534/6545 or 081-811-6534/6545.

DATE AND GROUP • March 19 E-4 / E-5

TIME

LOCATION

9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

E-3 and below

10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Support Site Barracks (recreation room) Support Site Barracks (recreation room)

• March 22 E-4 / E-5 E-3 and below

9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Capo Fellowship Hall Capo Fellowship Hall

• March 25 USNH E-4/E-5

9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Support Site FFSC Classroom Support Site FFSC Classroom

USNH E-3 and below

10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

March 20: Deadline to Sign Up for Club Beyond Spring Trip Club Beyond is scheduled to host Spring Break Adventure Camp in Brussels, Belgium, April 9-13. The trip is open to children (grades 7-8) of U.S. military, civilians, contractors and NATO ID cardholders. The cost of the camp is $350 per child in addition to airfare. The deadline for sign-ups is March 20. For more information, contact club director Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org, DSN: 629-4600, or 342-801-4208. Club Beyond is a command-sponsored, non-denominational program that organizes youth activities and trips for spiritual development and mentorship.

March 20: Organizational Meeting for Armed Forces Olympics

The new food court at Capo, Bella Napoli Food Court, is scheduled to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 15 at 11:15 a.m. All community members are invited. The Navy band will perform as food vendors offer free samples from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. The food court will open for coffee and breakfast that morning starting at 6 a.m., and then close at 9 a.m. to prepare for the official opening. Lunch will be offered around 11:30 a.m., following the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Representatives from commands that would like to participate in the Armed Forces Olympics in May should attend a mandatory organizational meeting in the Capo FitZone on March 20 at 3 p.m. The Armed Forces Olympics is scheduled for May 17 at Carney Park. In advance of this all-day event, additional organizational meetings will be held at 3 p.m. on April 17 and May 8. For more information, call DSN: 626-4894 or 081-526-1579.

March 17: The Rogues Performing in New Capo Food Court

On March 20, the USO is offering spouses a 10 percent discount card and roundtrip transportation to “La Reggia” Designer Outlet in Marcianise, the largest shopping outlet in Southern Italy. There is a €3 bus fee. Trip attendees should plan to depart Support Site by 9:45 a.m. and return no later than 2 p.m. For full details and to sign up, contact the USO at DSN: 629-4903 or 081-811-4903.

The Rogues, a band that plays a combination of Celtic, rock, folk, world and classical music, is set to perform March 17 in Capo’s new food court. The free show begins at 7 p.m. and is open to all community members. Free round-trip bus transportation will be available on a first-

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March 21: Baby Basics Class A class on newborn care (bundling, diapering and bathing), feeding, baby health, and safety is scheduled to be held March 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. The class is open to U.S. military and NATO ID cardholders and will be held in the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) office located in room G-16 of the Admin II building at Capo. To register for the class and for more information, call NMCRS at DSN: 626-3913 or 081568-3913.

March 21: Free Spring BBQ for Single Sailors Single and unaccompanied service members are invited to a free BBQ hosted by USO Naples, March 21. Traditional BBQ entrées, provided by the community, will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. The event will include giveaways for service members. For more information, contact the USO at DSN: 629-4903 or 081-811-4903.

March 21: Navy College Office to Administer SAT The Navy College Office is scheduled to administer the SAT on March 21. The test will also be administered June 20. The ACT will be administered April 18 and May 23. The college office offers a version of the ACT that does not require an essay. Test scores are typically returned to Naples six to eight weeks after the test date. For more information, call the college office at DSN: 626-6678/6681 or 081-568-6678/6681.

You can also send an email to nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.

March 23: Wine and Dine Event at Support Site The Navy Overseas Support Club (NOSC) is sched-

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uled to host a “Wine and Dine” event March 23 from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the Support Site community center. Community members ages 21 and older are welcome to a night of wine tasting, a three course dinner, music, and dancing. Prices vary for members, nonmembers, couples and singles. For more information, visit www.noscitaly.com.

March 25: NSA Naples to Start Indoor Testing for Radon NSA Naples will begin a scheduled one-year study for radon gas indoors on March 25, as part of an ongoing Navywide program. Naples is the first Navy installation in Europe to conduct a comprehensive study on its current facilities. Other Navy bases are expected to complete radon testing in the future.

Radon detectors, called alpha-track detectors, will be installed in Navy facilities at Capodichino, Support Site, Gaeta, Carney Park, and Navy-managed buildings at JFC (Lago Patria). The detectors will be placed in all basements and ground level spaces that are inhabited at least four hours daily. Navy facilities in Naples were last tested in 1991-1992; however, the base infrastructure has since changed necessitating completion of a new test. For U.S. Environmental Protection Agency information on radon, go to www.epa.gov/radon. If you have questions, call the Environmental Office at DSN: 626-6641/6644 or 081568-6641/6644.

The radon detectors are tentatively scheduled to be installed as listed: Tentative Dates Location March 30-31 School facilities Week of April 1 All Housing and Hospital facilities Week of April 8 Facilities at Capo, Support Site, Gaeta, SATCOM, Carney Park, and Nisida Week of April 15 Any missed locations Week of April 22 Any missed locations

Italian News Briefs

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Compiled by Teresa Merola

Crucifix Recovered A crucifix by medieval Venetian master Paolo Veneziano was returned to the Church of San Pantaleone in Venice after being stolen 67 years ago. The 14th century panel, painted between 1335 and 1345, depicts Jesus Christ with the Virgin Mary and Saint John on the arms and an angel up above. It was uncovered last year in an ex-soldier’s private residence in Germany by local authorities.

Thief Calls Police During Getaway In the city of Reggio Emilia, Northern Italy, an employee working at a local supermarket stole a television from the store. He was followed by a car with a plain-clothes police unit, and since the man was unaware the car belonged to the police, he feared he was followed by criminals.

He called the police emergency number to report that he was being followed, and the officer who answered the call, told him to pull over and surrender to the plain-clothes officer.

Science Museum to be Re-built Naples prosecutors said Tuesday that traces of gasoline were uncovered at the “Citta’ della Scienza”, City of Science, site that burned down last week in Naples. They found six samples in four different locations. The mayor of Naples, Luigi de Magistris, openly suspected Camorra mafia foul play. Italian officials aim to rebuild the site in 18 months and announced that 20

million euros will go to the project and five million euros of the funds were to be allocated immediately. The site’s president, Vittorio Silvestrini, announced that a section for children of the City of Science will reopen partially April 13. The site was considered one of Naples’ cultural gems where schoolchildren who visited the museum would gather together for science lessons.

Historic Building to Become Shopping Center Italian clothing retailer Benetton bought Venice’s historic Fondaco dei Tedeschi building in 2008 for 53-million euros. After years of waiting, the megastore has been given the green light. Venice Mayor Giorgio Orsoni said “that an important part of the city will bring great advantages to Venice.” The agreement between the city council and Benetton Group contemplates a property-use change that foresees the transfer of six million euros from the international clothing retailer to the city treasury.

Benetton commissioned Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas to restore the building that was built in the 13th century and then re-built three centuries later following a fire to provide a headquarters and living quarters for the city’s Germanic merchants. The architect’s plan is to incorporate a shopping center and a public square inside of the 10,000 square meter structure.

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) seeks members to serve as volunteers in its Thrift Store. When the store is open, volunteers are needed to help with storing, merchandising, bagging, and running the cash register.

When the store is closed, help is needed preparing the store for shopping. Store hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday from 47 p.m. All volunteers are required to attend a training session prior to assisting.

Email noscitaly@gmail.com to sign up for training.

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.

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.

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

NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members.

Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it.

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.

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.

TUTORING OPPORTUNITY Do you want to work hands-on with college-oriented 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.

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.

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking individuals as board members in 2013-2014 for a variety of events and positions. Join Us! If you want to volunteer or need information on what is available, email noscitaly@gmail.com or go to www.noscitaly.com CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org.

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 is a newly founded association that meets twice a month and discusses upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact IT2 Pablo Baez at DSN 626-6141 or MA2 Michael Bradley DSN 626-5595.

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.

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.

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.

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NAFCPOA Volunteers at Missionaries of Charity From left, Navy Counselor 1st Class Esperanza Cailao, Culinary Specialist 1st Class Michael Louise and Yeoman 1st Class Vanessa Alsobrooks inventory the medicine locker at “Suore Missionarie Della Carità”, Missionaries of Charity, March 5 during a community relations project coordinated by the Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association. the first classes also removed expired medication while reorganizing the medications by their use.

(Photo by RP1 Andy M. Gomez)

FFSC Tip of the Week: Social Media and Families: From the Fleet and Family Support Center

With spring break coming, you might find it challenging to keep your children occupied. There's always temptation of letting technology fill the void, but technology isn't the best babysitter.

As kids' online usage increases so does the concern of cyberthreats. Parents play an integral role in their children's digital lives. It's never too early or too late to establish media guidelines for your family. Use the below tips to start a conversation with your kids about how to safely surf the internet.

• A recent survey by security software maker AVG shows that more children between the ages of two and five know how to operate a smartphone application than know how to tie their shoes. To teach smart media habits, use media devices together and talk about what you see, hear, and read.

• Even if you choose to use an internet filter, help kids find positive and safe sites online.

There are many websites designed specifically for schoolage children that incorporate strong safety features in order to facilitate safe play free from inappropriate content or contact. Ensure that any social media sites your school-age children does frequent offer flexible parental controls that allow you to set limits on whom they contact and when.

• Start a conversation about Facebook. Encourage your teen to use strong privacy settings and remind them to only "friend" people online that they would "friend" in real life - even a "private" post can be forwarded by an unscrupulous online acquaintance. Set rules about what's appropriate to post, both for photos and other updates.

Ask your teen to reflect on how others, both now and in the future, will view their online life.

• If you wouldn't let children have an unsupervised play date, they aren't ready to be online by themselves. The skills they bring to the online world are the same ones they have in real life. Remind your younger children that online rules of conducts are the same as real life rules: if it's not okay to say to someone's face, it's not okay in cyberspace.

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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

the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52), homeported in Norfolk, Va., pulls into formation with French Marine Nationale anti-submarine frigate Jean de Vienne (D 643) in the Ionian Sea during Exercise Proud Manta 2013. POMA 13, the world's largest annual anti-submarine warfare exercise, brings together submarines, surface ships, maritime patrol aircraft and helicopters from ten NAtO nations. (U.S. Navy photo)

Proud Manta Ends with Successful Teamwork From U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

NATO’s largest anti-submarine warfare exercise, concluded in the Ionian Sea, March 6.

U.S. 6th Fleet units that participated in the exercise were the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) and a P-3 aircraft from Patrol Squadron 4.

“Proud Manta 2013 was a great success. The NATO exercise planners continue to outdo themselves with this event every year.” said Lt. Gregory Schmidt, exercise officer for Destroyer Squadron 60. “Proud Manta provides a valuable training opportunity for U.S. ships unlike any other in the theater.”

POMA 13 helps create an environment that promotes maritime safety and security in the region, and interoperability among participating nations.

“The exercise environment offered USS Barry hundreds of hours of sub-surface contact time and the ability to enhance interoperability in coordinated anti-submarine warfare, close quar-

ters maneuvering, NATO communications, boarding procedures and air control,” said Lt. Schmidt.

The training included anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare and precursor operations.

“Proud Manta was certainly a success from our point of view,” said Cmdr. Andrew Loth, exercise planner for U.S. 6th Fleet’s Task Force 67.

“Our units were able to fly 14 missions comprising almost 70 hours of flight time, gaining 13 qualifications and 15 hours of sub-surface contact time. As a result, we have two additional fully-trained aircrews.”

The U.S. participants appreciated the opportunity to strengthen relations with allies.

“We look forward to seeing what NATO will offer with Proud Manta in the future,” said Lt. Schmidt.

The exercise included four submarines, 16 aircraft and eight surface ships from 10 NATO nations. Participants included Canada, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Spain, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States.

NSA Naples Awarded for Environmental Efforts

By Cam Betz, Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia Public Affairs

U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples was awarded the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Environmental Award for Environmental Quality at an overseas Installation Feb. 21 for accomplishments in waste management, pollution prevention, utility conservation and hazardous material management.

“Through the implementation of Environmental Management Systems (EMS), the NSA Naples community undergoes a continuous check on environmental compliance and continually improves to meet command objectives and targets,” said Bernice Snyder, NSA Naples Environmental Director.

Hazardous Waste (HW) Management successfully recycled 64% more hazardous waste than required by the National Consortium. This resulted in 139,000 pounds of recycled hazardous waste instead of the required 70,000 pounds.

NSA Naples implemented prevention methods that reduced hazardous substance spills. They met the set objectives and targets to increase training in reducing and reporting spills. They also increased base personnel participation in pollution prevention initiatives by sharing the inspection results.

Utility Conservation installed a new 300 kilowatt Solar Photovoltaic system on the west parking garage at Capodichino which uses solar panels to capture sunlight and convert it into electricity. It is projected to produce approximately 390 megawatt hours per year of “clean” energy.

The NSA Naples Public Works Department, Environmental Safety Department and Fire Department teamed up to examine the installation’s Authorized Use List (AUL).

Their efforts led to the removal of more than 100 hazardous products through implemented substitutions with other materials.

“PWD ENV provides support

services directly to the base commanding officer. The base CO is committed to protecting the environment and has charged every member of NSA Naples with the responsibility to improve environmental quality by preventing impacts to the environment,” added Snyder.

NSA Naples is situated in a region known as the Parthenopean Gulf, which includes the city of Naples at the foot of the Vesuvius Volcano and the famous Pompeii ruins.

NSA Naples is comprised of five major locations which cover 354 acres.

The annual CNO Environmental Awards program recognizes Navy ships, installations, and people for outstanding achievement in Navy environmental programs.

Environmental subject matter experts reviewed nominations from commands around the world and selected 30 winners in 11 award categories.

All CNO winners advance to the Secretary of the Navy level of competition.

• March 15: Retirement Planning w/TSP, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • March 19: Cultural Tips, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Capo FFSC. • March 19: Intro to Basic Italian Language and Conversation, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Capo Fellowship Hall.

• March 19: Alateen Support Group (ages 12-18), 6 p.m. to7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • March 19: Al- Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • March 22: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (appointments only), Support Site FFSC. • March 26: Cultural Tips, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Capo FFSC. • March 26: Intro to Basic Italian Language and Conversation, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Capo Fellowship Hall.

• March 26: Alateen Support Group (ages 12-18), 6 p.m. to7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • March 26: Al- Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC.

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

• March 20: Italian Basic Conversation, 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

• March 22: Handcraft “Stramma” and Ventosa, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Energy Conservation It’s starting to look a lot like Spring From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Here are some tips to keep in mind while it gets a little warmer outside: - Hang clothes outside on clothes lines. Have freshair scent and save yourself some money.

- Use your grill more and you kitchen less. Grilling is not only healthy for your body, it’s also easier on your wallet. One large bag of charcoal can provide enough to cook for a family of four for up to five days.

- Walk more and drive less. If something is a reasonable distance from you house, just walk.

- Turn off the T.V. and play a board game. Increase family time while decreasing your power bill.

- Water plants and gardens in the early mornings or late in the evening. There is cooler temperatures and usually calmer winds.

Make better use of the water and promote better growth of plants.

Individual Force Protection Plans Personnel planning on traveling outside of Italy (except to the United States or U.S. territories) should contact their chain of command’s Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Division 30 days prior to their planned departure.

The ATFP office will review the request and will notify you of all requirements that must be fulfilled prior to travel. Note that some countries have additional entry requirements which require more processing time than 30 days. Contact your ATFP division as soon as possible in order to assist you in meeting all requirements.

You can contact the NSA Naples ATFP office by any of the following means.

Phone: 081-568-5525/5595; E-mail: M-NA-NSASEC-ATdivision-GS@eu.navy.mil Or visit the office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg.

403, open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Navy Asks You to Share Your Culinary Creativity From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs

The Navy is looking for recipes that are easy, healthy and created with Sailors living in bachelor quarters in mind.

To inspire a little "healthy" competition, Navy Nutrition is holding a recipe contest to compile an online barracks cookbook officials said March 6.

"This cookbook contest is meant to be a fun way to encourage Sailors to showcase the creative ways they eat well with limited resources," said Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Wallinger, a dietitian with the Navy Physical Readiness Office. "Many Sailors are finding ways to make easy and tasty meals, without a full-size kitchen and pantry. We want you to share these ideas".

The goal of the contest is to compile a collection of recipes that are compatible with barracks life.

A recipe may consist of cooking foods in a microwave or as simple as assembling ingredients. If you are making it and it is healthful, we want it in the cookbook. Each recipe may only be submitted once, but you may enter as many recipes as you like.

The rules include a limit on the number of

ingredients, pieces of equipment and recipe steps. "If you live in the barracks, you have limited storage space, limited utensils and, in compliance with housing rules, a microwave for a heating element." explained Wallinger.

With the recipe contest running in conjunction with Navy Nutrition Month, there is also focus on nutritional value. "The number of ingredients will be limited, but there is no limit to the flavor; herbs and spices are encouraged" Wallinger continued. "We are just limiting added components such as sodium, which affects many prone to high blood pressure, and fat to keep in line with dietary guidelines. We have included an explanation on how to determine the amount of sodium and fat for each recipe in the rules."

Entries to the contest will be accepted in seven categories, which are broken down by when you are likely to eat them, for instance; breakfast, sandwich/wrap, snack, vegetables, starchy side, main course (entre) and sweet treat.

The contest will run from now until 31 March at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time zone.

For more information and contest rules visit http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/ navynutrition/Pages/default2.aspx

Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Wallinger, manager of the Nutrition Program for Navy Physical Readiness, gives nutrition tips to personnel at Naval Support Activity Mid-South and Navy Personnel Command. (Photo by MC2 Andrea Perez)

Navy Nutrition Month: Take the Guesswork Out of Meal Planning From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs

Navy Nutrition Month is a great time to focus on meal planning and ways to make it easier, said Lt. Cmdr.

Jennifer Wallinger, a dietitian with the Navy Physical Readiness Office, March 8.

"Meal planning overwhelms many, but there are strategies that can keep it simple.

The choosemyplate.gov website for example, shows you how a balanced plate will look and divides the plate into four components plus dairy," continued Wallinger.

"Once you know what your plate will look like, it's just a matter of choosing foods within each category."

The website walks you through building a great plate

with about one-half fruits and vegetables, one-quarter whole grains, and one-quarter lean protein. Selecting the least processed foods low in added sugar, salt and fat will be among the best choices, but even if one chooses other foods, they can still strike a balance by filling the other components with good choices.

"Have fun in the kitchen when building your plate, involve your friends and family," stressed Wallinger.

"Including your kids in selecting foods allows them to be part of the process and is a great way to improve eating habits. Knowing more about our food and where it comes from tends to make healthful choices easier."

Navy Physical Readiness

(www.npc.navy.mil/support/p hysical) has several nutrition resources to help people stay energized and create a positive impact to their body and mind. The Navy Operational Fueling card deck (www.npc. navy.mil/support/physical/Doc uments/NOFFS_Operational %20Fueling.pdf) offers guidance on how to choose foods and portions and also includes "nutrition rules to live by."

Additionally, the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center has launched its Healthy Living initiative (www.nmcphc.med.navy.mil/ Healthy_Living), in conjunction with DoD's Operation Live Well (www.defense.gov/ home/features/2012/0812_liv e-well/), underscoring the relationship between physical and emotional wellness.

Navy Creates iPad App for Managing Stress and Fending off PTSD

By Katherine H. Crawford, Office of Naval Research Public Affairs

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is co-funding an affordable, hi-tech, solution for managing stress that could help prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), helping warfighters and potentially saving billions of dollars in associated medical costs, officials announced March 6.

ONR, in conjunction with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, is sponsoring development of the Stress Resilience Training System (SRTS), an iPad app training program that teaches Sailors and Marines to understand their stress responses and manage them by learning biofeedback techniques that work for their individual needs.

The system will undergo field testing at the Naval Center for Combat and Operational Stress Control (NCCOSC) in San Diego this April.

Lessening the impact of PTSD to warfighters, the military and the nation is crucial. According to a February 2012 Congressional Budget Office report, 21 percent of military personnel returning from overseas contingency operations (OCO) in Afghanistan and Iraq suffer from PTSD. The cost to treat these individuals is nearly 3.5 times higher than for someone without PTSD or traumatic brain injury, which works out to close to $1 billion when multiplied by the total number of OCO patients.

"The SRTS app provides users with an easy-to-access tool that helps them build resilience toward stressful events so that when they encounter those events, the likelihood of experiencing PTSD or any other aftereffects from stress is reduced," said Cmdr. Joseph Cohn, program officer in ONR's Warfighter Performance Department and originator of the SRTS project.

Using only an iPad and a heart rate monitor clipped to one earlobe, the SRTS App comprises four sections: "Know How," which provides Sailors and Marines with information about stress and resilience and how to apply this knowledge to their missions; "Techniques," which explains how they can bring themselves into the best mental and physiological state possible to build resilience and achieve peak performance; "Games," which allows them to practice applying the resilience skills learned; and "Review," which helps them track their training progress.

The game-based app allows players to choose from several increasingly challenging training scenarios while the monitor records when the heart rate rhythm, also known as heart rate variability, becomes incoherent - a sign of stress. Through gameplay, Sailors and Marines will learn which techniques, such as deep breathing or muscle relaxation, help them maintain or regain coherence, to manage their unique stress responses.

Once learned, users can transfer these approaches to real-life situations.

"We're capitalizing on past research and making a leap that one way of managing PTSD lies in learning to more effectively manage your stress," Cohn said.

The SRTS is unique because it pulls together two proven premises - that novices and experts manage stress in different ways, so there's the potential for training, and that good training requires good feedback. It then combines them with an already established distribution point: the NCCOSC, which focuses on promoting resilience and investigating best practices in diagnosing and treating PTSD. Preventing PTSD is critical for mission preparedness and success, and it goes to the heart of one of the chief of naval operations' "Sailing Directions," that the Department of the Navy has "a professional and moral obligation to uphold a covenant with Sailors, civilians and their families - to ably lead, equip, train and motivate."

"The SRTS's development and operational evaluation would not have been possible without the funding we received from DARPA and ONR, who exhibited a willingness to take risks that yield significant S&T advances" said Dr. Gershon Weltman, vice president of Perceptronics Solutions, the prime contractor for the app's development.

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The workshop follows Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) which was designed with relationship-strengthening in mind.

“PREP really focuses on building mutual understanding and therefore intimacy through the use of active reflective listening, which constitutes listening and talking with the ultimate goal of building understanding for each other,” said Pumphrey’s.

CREDO is a Chief of Naval Operations initiative and offers several retreats to help people develop personally, professionally and spiritually. Each year CREDO hosts family and spiritual growth retreats for individuals to develop their religious beliefs and marriage retreats for couples to explore positive ways to keep their marriage growing.

“Ideally I’d love our communication to be perfect, but since that isn’t realistic I guess I want to be able to cope and relate to each other as best we can, learn to understand each others ways of communicating, overcome each others weakness and play off each others strengths,” said Riester.

For more information on CREDO visit https://www. facebook.com/navycredo.

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Vice Adm. Frank C. Pandolfe, commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, speaks with Sailors on the flight deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) during an all-hands call in Naples, Italy. During his visit, Pandolfe toured the ship, held an all-hands call and met with leadership. (Photos by MC1 Collin Turner)

C6F Visits Destroyers Barry and Gravely From U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs Vice Adm. Frank C. Pandolfe, commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, visited Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyers USS Gravely (DDG 107), March 4, and USS Barry (DDG 52), March 5 in Naples, Italy.

While visiting the ships, Pandolfe held all-hands calls with the crew, met with each ship’s leadership, and recognized Sailors for their accomplishments during awards presentations.

"The reasons you are here are very important,” said Pandolfe aboard Barry. “The world is unsettled. Your job, our product, is security and stability and that’s what we count on you to deliver to this part of the world, while working alongside our NATO allies, everyday.”

Speaking to the crew, Pandolfe commended the Sailors on their outstanding work and spoke briefly on the importance of their mission.

Mission readiness is a top priority for the admiral which he conveyed during the all-hands calls.

Both Gravely and Barry Sailors said they appreciated the admiral’s visit and were thankful that he took time to see them.

During the all-hands calls,

Pandolfe answered questions from the deployed Sailors and presented several awards to Sailors aboard both ships, including a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, six Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals and four Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist pins.

The Sailors said they were extremely proud to receive their awards from Pandolfe.

“I think it’s great that Vice Admiral Pandolfe took time to come out and speak to the crew today,” said Barry’s Command Master Chief Charles Jones. “To have the commander of 6th Fleet come out and visit us on the ship is just awesome.”

Barry and Gravely, homeported in Norfolk, Va., are deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

Vice Adm. Frank C. Pandolfe, commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, receives honors as he arrives aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) in Naples, Italy.

youth chess club host their italian counterparts

By Melissa Ledesma-Leese

Students from Naples Youth Chess Club recently hosted an inaugural chess tournament at Naples Elementary School, March 8. Participants were able to Challenge the Chess Master as well as test their skills against players from Scacchistica Partenopea, Napoli’s Italian Chess Club.

The tournament provided an opportunity for Italians to see the inside of an American school. Many of the students discussed the differences between Italian and American schools. It also allowed the students and their families to participate in the tournament.

Initially, students each had an opportunity to Challenge the Chess Master.

American students engaged the Italian Chess Master Aulleta Francesco and Italian students competed against our Isaiah Levy, from the Naples Youth Chess Club, stands very own Dica Marian, a Romanian while competing against Italian Pasquale Auletta durchampion in his own right. With a lunch ing the championship match of the inaugural chess break in between, students then demontournament March 8 in the Naples Elementary School. strated their skills in a traditional five(Photo by Melissa Ledesma-Leese) match tournament.

Trophies were awarded to the winners at 3 p.m. in the art room at the elementary of the tournament. Italian Pasquale Auletta school and is open to all students under the age won first place, while Isaiah Levy took second of 18. Students who are interested can go to for the Naples Youth Chess Club.

Naples Youth Chess Club on Facebook for more Naples Youth Chess Club meets every Tuesday information.

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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE …

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued 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.

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-TotsClub.

SIGN UP FOR THE ROME MARATHON that takes place in the Eternal City March 17, 2013. Register through race promoter Gianni Interbartolo, founder of the command-sponsored running group Le Piume Nere, and save on registration costs. Cost is €50 until Dec. 15; €60 for registrations between Dec. 15 and Jan. 31; and €70 if you register between Jan. 31 and March 4. Marathon participants are allowed 7 hours to complete the 26.2-mile course. For more information, contact Gianni Interbartolo at ginterbartolo@yahoo.it.

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.

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

HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

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

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

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446. Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples.

THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315.

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

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m.

Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081568-6672. 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 081568-6761.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

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

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visit http://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES Tuesday Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time. Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081-811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1E4) who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at 081-811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037.

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center. E-mail George Piette at kofcnaples@ gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home.

SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required.

FMI, contact Frank Chapman at champanf@ix.netcom.com.

CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296.

EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS holds volunteer orientation the first Wednesday of every month at the organization’s Capodichino office from 8:30-10 a.m. and the first Tuesday of every month at the hospital from 9:30-11 a.m. Call 081-568-4788 for info.

LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554.

CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.

Friday, March 15 4:30 p.m. Oz the Great and Powerful, PG 6 p.m.

Beautiful Creatures PG-13 Premiere Showing 7:30 p.m. Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters, R Saturday, March 16 Jack the Giant Slayer, PG-13 (3D) 4 p.m.

The Impossible, PG-13 6 p.m.

Oz the Great and Powerful, PG (3D) 7 p.m.

Side Effects, R Premiere Showing

3 p.m.

Sunday, March 17 Oz the Great and Powerful, PG Jack the Giant Slayer 4 p.m.

PG-13 6 p.m.

Beautiful Creatures PG-13 7 p.m.

Side Effects, R

3 p.m.

Monday, March 18 Closed, No Movie Tuesday, March 19 Closed, No Movie Wednesday, March 20 4:30 p.m. Oz the Great and Powerful, PG 6 p.m.

Warm Bodies, PG-13 7 p.m.

Broken City, R Last Showing Thursday, March 21 4:30 p.m. Mama, PG-13 Last Showing 6 p.m.

Oz the Great and Powerful, PG 7 p.m.

The Last Stand, R Last Showing Friday, March 22 4:30 p.m. Warm Bodies, PG-13 6 p.m.

Safe Haven, PG-13 7 p.m.

Side Effects, R

Movie descriptions EAUTIFUL CREATURES, PG-13, Cast: Emma Thompson, Jeremy Irons, Thomas Mann, Emmy Rossum, Viola Davis. Drama, 124 min. A supernatural love story set in the South which tells the tale of two star-crossed lovers: Ethan, a young man longing to escape his small town, and Lena, a mysterious new girl. Together, they uncover dark secrets about their respective families, their history and their town. The film is based on the first novel in the best-selling series

by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl.

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Z THE GREAT AND POWERFUL, PG, Starring: James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz.

Science Fiction, 123 minutes. A mischievous magician gains the wisdom to become a powerful ruler after being swept away to a land of magic and mystery as director Sam Raimi and screenwriters Mitchell Kapner and David LindsayAbaire (Rabbit Hole) explore the genesis of author L. Frank Baum's enduring tales of Oz. Shady illusionist Oscar Diggs (James Franco) enchants curious audiences at a Kansas circus. When he is inexplicably transported to the wondrous world of Oz, he encounters three witches named Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz), and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who pose him an awesome challenge: root out a ruinous force of evil that threatens to destroy the entire kingdom, and become the great leader that the population has been waiting for. Should Oscar succeed in summoning the necessary sorcery and creativity to deliver the land from darkness, he will forever be known as the Wizard of Oz.

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ANSEL AND GRETEL: WITCH HUNTERS, R, Cast: Gemma Arterton, Jeremy Renner, Famke Janssen, Thomas Mann, Peter Stormare.

Action/ Adventure, 88 min. Five years after siblings Hansel and Gretel hatched their escape from a child-snatching witch who changed their lives forever . . . and gave them a taste for blood.

Now they have come of age as fierce, formidably skilled bounty hunters 100% dedicated to tracking and terminating witches in every dark forest, hell-bent on retribution. But as the notorious Blood Moon approaches and a familiar wooded town faces a nightmare for its innocent children, Hansel & Gretel encounter an evil beyond any witch they’ve ever hunted, an evil that could hold the secret to their frightening past.

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ARM BODIES, PG-13, Cast: Analeigh Tipton.

Teresa Palmer, John Malkovich, Nicholas Hoult, Lizzy Caplan. Comedy, 97 min. A funny twist on a classic love story, this is a tale about the power of human connection. After a zombie epidemic, R (a highly unusual zombie) encounters Julie (a human survivor), and rescues her from a zombie attack. Julie sees that R is different from the other zombies, and as the two form a special relationship in their struggle for survival, R becomes increasingly more human - setting off an exciting, romantic, and often comical chain of events that begins to transform the other zombies and maybe even the whole lifeless world.

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ACK THE GIANT SLAYER, PG-13, Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Stanley Tucci, Bill Nighy, Eleanor Tomlinson, Ewan McGregor. Drama, 115 min. “Jack the Giant Slayer" tells the story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth for the first time in centuries, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing the young man, Jack, into the battle of his life to stop them. Fighting for a kingdom, its people, and the love of a brave princess, he comes face to face with the unstoppable warriors he thought only existed in legend-and gets the chance to become a legend himself.

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IDE EFFECTS, R, Cast: Rooney Mara, Channing Tatum, Jude Law, Catherine ZetaJones, Vinessa Shaw. Drama, 106 min. Once a successful New York couple, Emily and her husband are now struggling to readjust to life after his recent release from prison. Emily is plagued with a clinical depression and, following a car crash, is referred to respected psychiatrist Dr Jonathan Banks who offers the latest in prescription drugs to try and alleviate her anxiety.

However as Emily's relationship with both Dr Banks and her prescribed medication intensifies, she finds herself descending into a chemicalfueled nightmare where the lines between fantasy and reality become dangerously blurred. This is a riveting psychological thriller where neither the symptoms nor the cure are quite as straightforward as they seem.

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HE IMPOSSIBLE, PG-13, Cast: Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, Tom Holland, Samuel Joslin, Oaklee Pendergast. Action/Adventure, 114 min.

Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand, looking forward to a few days in tropical paradise. But on the morning of December 26th, as the family relaxes around the pool after their Christmas festivities the night before, a terrifying roar rises up from the center of the earth. As Maria freezes in fear, a huge wall of black water races across the hotel grounds toward her.

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AMA, PG-13, Cast: Jessica Chastain, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Megan Charpentier, Isabelle Nlisse, Daniel Kash. Horror, 100 min. Mama is a supernatural thriller that tells the haunting tale of two little girls who disappeared into the woods the day that their parents were killed. When they are rescued years later and begin a new life, they find that someone or something still wants to come tuck them in at night.

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ROKEN CITY, R, Cast: Russell Crowe, Mark Wahlberg, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Kyle Chandler, Barry Pepper. Crime, Drama, 109 min. When disgraced cop turned private detective Billy Taggart is hired by NYC's mayor to tail his wife, he uncovers a city-wide conspiracy of corruption, sex, and murder. With his life threatened at every turn, Billy finds himself faced with an impossible choice, which could have disastrous repercussions for his career and family.

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In the Spotlight ET2 EDUARDO NAVARRO Electronics Technician 2nd Class Eduardo Navarro, supply petty officer for Task Force 69, ensures the quick, accurate and reliable accountability, acquisition and tracking of all supplies arriving or departing. He plans to take over the 3M maintenance program as work center supervisor as well as become hazardous material (HAZMAT) coordinator for the command.

Navarro is currently pursuing his bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Business Management.

MASN KYLE COGGINS Master-at-Arms Seaman Apprentice Kyle Coggins, from Miami, Fl., reported to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples in August 2012. Coggins was recognized as the NSA Naples Patrolman of the Month for January. The award is granted to security personnel E4 and below who, through their achievements, both motivate peers and set the bar for both Master-at-Arms and Sailors alike. He put forth his efforts to further mission readiness by volunteering his time to the armory academy to aid security personnel in completing their Navy armory Personnel Qualification Standards. As a member of the NSA Security 15-man basketball team, Coggins represents the security department while promoting physical fitness standards. Outside of work, this motivated sailor boosts morale with his involvement in the organization and execution of off-duty activities for his division.

HM2 STEVEN HARRIS Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Steven Harris, from Colorado Springs, Colo., is a mature and humble leader who is deeply committed to all Sailors and their success. As the Leading Petty Officer for the Optometry and Behavioral Health Departments, he leads and mentors six Sailors in providing worldclass care to a population of more than 8,000 eligible beneficiaries. As the Directorate for Medical Services (DMS) career counselor, he coordinates and manages the career information program for 59 Sailors. He is the driving force behind the sustained 100% completion rate of career development boards within DMS. His actions ensure all Sailors are aware of their professional growth and development options.

Harris recently returned from a four-month deployment in support of Africa Partnership Station 2012.

While deployed, he assisted in the screening and dispensing of eyewear for more than 9,000 patients and provided quality medical training to Congolese and Cameroonian navy personnel. Upon return from deployment, he hit the ground running, ensuring his departments were ready for upcoming inspections by The Joint Commission and Bureau of Medicine and Surgery Medical Inspector General. His efforts directly impacted an increase in training readiness from 52% to 100% in just three weeks. Over the past year, he has completed nine college courses with a 3.90 grade point average in pursuit of his bachelor’s degree.

LT MARK HEYNE Reporting from Naval Medical Center San Diego in September 2011, Lt. Mark Heyne, a clinical psychologist, is currently serving as the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples' Division Officer for the Behavioral Health Department.

He supervises seven active duty staff members in providing mental & behavioral health services and support to our local community.

Heyne is active in the command as an Integrated Behavioral Health Consultant and also in the fleet, providing monthly mental health services onboard USS Mount Whitney (LCC-20). In the NSA Naples community, he acts as the mental health representative for the Child Review Committee at the Fleet and Family Support Center.

Heyne has quickly established himself in Navy Medicine. He is already well respected in the Navy's Psychologist Community and is now nominated for the Navy Medical Service Corps, Junior Psychologist of the Year award.

Gale Kennedy discusses job interview techniques with Sailors during a class at Smokey Point Naval Support Complex in Marysville, Wash. transition GPS is designed to help out-processing Sailors better transition into civilian life by providing Veteran's benefits information, financial management training, resume writing assistance, job search instruction and various other services. (Photo by MC2 Jeffry Willadsen)

Transition GPS, The New Career Readiness Standards

By Rise Ruhl, Naval Installations Command

You have heard the buzz about a new, improved transition program called Transition GPS (Goals, Plans, Succeed), but here is a little background just to be sure you have all the latest information.

Transition GPS complies with the president's plan (under the Veterans Opportunity to Work Act) to reduce veteran unemployment and augment transition support. Service members must not only complete a pre-separation counseling checklist something that has been mandatory - but must also attend the Transition GPS five-day workshop.

The new workshop includes a standardized program with an extensive military-to-civilian skills review, financial planning, Department of Labor job search skills building and Veterans Affairs (VA) briefings. Additionally, optional courses will be offered to enhance the pursuit of higher education, technical training or entrepreneurship.

The crux of the entire program is something called "Career Readiness Standards" (CRS). The pre-separation counseling and Transition GPS workshop work together to improve service members' preparedness for the next phase of their lives in the civilian world. This is measured by the CRS. These standards ensure service members reach a pinnacle of readiness for the civilian workforce.

Some of the CRS are relatively simple to fulfill and measure, such as registering for eBenefits. Other CRS require more effort from the service member; for example, evaluating the demand of a particular job (occurs during the Military Occupation Code crosswalk portion of the five-day workshop) and preparing a full job application package which includes resume and references.

So how do commands and staff know if a service member has accomplished their CRS? Transition GPS provides service members with an Individual Transition Plan (ITP) which documents their progress through the transition process. The ITP helps service members identify their goals regarding education and training, employment and financial health, so they can better plan the transition of their military skill-sets into the civilian workforce and experience greater success quickly.

The CRS are embedded in each ITP. Command Career Counselors and Fleet and Family Support Center staff review the ITP during the transition process. At the conclusion, service members present their ITP at a capstone event for evaluation, to make sure the CRS have been met. Military and family members are sure to be better prepared when they transition out of the military.

Transition GPS in Naples Transition GPS workshops are provided throughout the calendar-year at the Fleet and Family Support Center. A service member can attend the class at any point in their career. It is highly recommended that it is attended at least 1 year prior to your separation.

Check the FFSC Facebook page for a schedule and register through your command career counselor. If you have any questions, contact the coordinator, Suzette Brown, at 081-811-6542.

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January Athletes of the Month From the Naples High School Athletic Booster Club

Joshua Hensy, a junior, has been named the Wrestling Athlete of the Month. Hensy finished his season with a 12-7 record. This was his second year wrestling.

He qualified for the European Finals and placed sixth, upsetting a wrestler from Ramstein, to make it to the medal round. Hensy has drastically improved from last year, making a great deal of progress.

He wrestled at three different weight classes during the season and was willing to fill a gap in our lineup. Hensy did a fantastic job this season and is looking forward to improving on his gains for next season. Hensy has a 3.3 cumulative GPA and consistently makes the honor roll at Naples High School.

Jasmin Fiallos, a senior, has been named the Cheerleading Athlete of the Month. Fiallos is a dedicated member of the winter 2012-2013 cheerleading team. She has been an integral part of each practice and game.

Fiallos is a talented base and back spot, even lifting other girls up all by herself. Also, she has great jumps and continues to improve on her tumbling.

Fiallos’ motions in cheers and dances are sharp and clean, looking great at any moment on the floor. She is a well-rounded athlete and continues to excel. She is a positive role model and leader for the others on the team. Fiallos plans on joining the Air Force after she graduates.

Aaron Smith, a senior, has been named the Boys’ Basketball Athlete of the Month. This was Smith’s second year with the Naples Wildcats. On his first day of practice with the team last year, he told the coaches that he knew what the defense was doing because he had been running it since 3rd grade.

Smith never quit joking and smiling on the court.

When it came to playing time, he was serious. He worked as hard as anybody and put forth his all to win and make the team the best it could be. Smith exemplifies what a team point guard and player should be. He worked hard in practice and worked hard in the games. He is a true team player and part of the reason why our team was successful this year.

Smith was selected as an All-Region IV player.

Isabel Krause, a senior, has been named the Girls’ Swimming Athlete of the Month. Krause is a fiveyear veteran on the team and stands out amongst her teammates for her outstanding practice ethics, sportsmanship, and performance at European Forces Swim League (EFSL) Championships in Eindhoven, Netherlands held Feb. 16-17. Isabel had a super meet at the championships swimming six individual events and swimming legs on both the 15-19 “A” medley and “A” freestyle relays. Krause set two personal bests in the 100m freestyle and 200m individual medley, placing fourth in both events. She broke the Naples Tiger Sharks team record for the Girls 17-19 100m back stroke. The Naples team can always count on Krause to come to practice with a super attitude and to be a great motivator. Most importantly, she always gives 110 percent effort along with keeping a great sense of humor and being an out-

standing mentor to the younger swimmers. She is an honor student and three-year captain of the swimming team.

Bret Baldwin, a sophomore, has been named the Boys’ Swimming Athlete of the Month.

Baldwin had outstanding performance and sportsmanship at the European Forces Swim Championships in Eindhoven, Netherlands from Feb. 16-17. He had an amazing championship meet, swimming in seven events over the two-day meet, to include the lead leg on the 15-19 200m freestyle relay. Baldwin set personal bests in all 7 events, breaking three Naples Tiger Sharks team records in the 200m freestyle, 400m freestyle, and 200m individual medley. His finishes earned top points for the Naples Tiger Sharks, assisting the team to a second place at the championship meet. He has been swimming on and off for the team since he was six-years-old. Baldwin’s swimming experience and desire to turn in top performances make him an outstanding competitor and team player.

Shanice Alexander, a junior, has been named the Girls’ Basketball Athlete of the Month.

Alexander is a powerful center that commands attention when she is in the game. She had a great season and improved her defense tremendously throughout the season.

During Europeans, Alexander scored 32 points while motivating her teammates on and off the court. Alexander has been on the honor roll every quarter this year.

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Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron Fifteen (HM-15) celebrated Women's History Month, March 3, with a wreath laying ceremony at the Naval Aviation Monument Park in Virginia Beach, Va. The event, sponsored by the HM-15 Chief Petty Officer Mess, commemorated the 40th anniversary of the first female naval aviators. "[Chief Petty Officers] are the ones who remember when we did things and why we did things," said Cmdr. Mark Leavitt, commanding officer of HM-15. "They are the ones that archive the history of this great Navy. This event in aviation is a part of our heritage that we need to hold on to and build on the importance of that date."

Members of HM-15, also known as the Blackhawks, were in attendance during the ceremony. These members included division officers, chief petty officers, first class petty officers of the squadron, and civilian friends and family.

All attendees celebrated the accomplishments of women in naval aviation.

"This organization has realized the benefit and value of diversity," said Leavitt. "Women in aviation make us a more diverse organization."

During World War II, a group of women pilots were pioneers, heroes and role models. They were the Women Airforce Service Pilots, otherwise known as WASPs. They were the first women in history to be trained to fly American military aircraft in the United States. The women were trained to fly non-combat missions in order to free up male pilots to fly combat missions overseas.

From 1942-1944, 1,079 women successfully completed training to ferry aircraft, test planes, instruct male pilots and tow targets for antiartillery practice. These women covered a wide spectrum of social and economic back grounds.

They were nurses, teachers, secretaries, factory workers, waitresses, students, house wives, debutants, actresses, and there was even a chorus girl. But despite their different backgrounds, they were patriotic, strong in spirit and had a passion for flying.

During the ceremony, the guest speaker, Navy Lt. Rachel M. Barton, aircraft commander and helicopter pilot assigned to HM-15, quoted Doris Tanner, an original WASP. "The myth of flying was 'a glamorous, long white scarf flying in the wind; the breeze in your

face.' It was just that - a myth. The routine was back-breaking, hard, dirty work. It strained every ounce of endurance and courage we could muster. The dust and sand ground into our clothes, the sun burned our skin to leathery brown and our hair to dry straw. There were days when we wondered, why not quit and go home? Why didn't we? Not a question that is easy to answer! Love of flying, love of a never ending challenge, and the pride of having a vital part in the defense of our nation. The desire to release the men for combat and thus ending the war and bring a loved husband or brother home, taking part in defeating the monster Hitler and liberate Europe. None of us knew exactly why, but every one of us loved the excitement and were determined to make it through and win those silver wings."

The WASP program was deactivated Dec. 20, 1944, having flown about 60 million miles in operations. Thirty-eight WASPs were killed during the life of the program, including some in training.

Thirty years later, the Navy became the first service to graduate a female pilot. Lt. Barbara Allen Rainey was the first woman to receive the wings of gold Feb. 22, 1974.

Today, more than 54,000 women are on active duty and more than 10,000 females serve in the Reserves. In 2012; 873 women earned their wings of gold and women now comprise 10 percent of the naval aviation community.

The "Blackhawks" of HM-15 reached a milestone in female aviation, June 22, 2012. Barton was a part of the first all-female mine-countermeasure flight that took place in Bahrain. This event was significant, not only because the flight crew was all-female; but also because the maintenance crew was all-female, including the maintenance safe-for-flight chief. This was the first time there were enough qualified females in the same location to comprise a "female-only" mine-countermeasure flight.

"Today, women serving in active duty billets have become so accepted that most of us don't stop to think about it as we go about our daily lives," said Barton. "It has become something that is accepted as normal. But on days like today, it is nice to take a few moments to stop and think about those who have served before us - the opportunities we now have due to their legacy, and the role that we now play in paving the way for future generations. In order to truly appreciate the life we have today, it's important to know our past and how far we've come."

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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.

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USS Barry Deployed to 6th Fleet AOR

Fire Controlman 3rd Class Jon Browne, stationed aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52), mans a machine gun Sunday as the ship gets underway from Souda Bay, Greece following a port visit.

(Photos by MC2 Josh Bennett) Gunner's Mate Seaman Miranda Brown and Fire Controlman 3rd Class Zachariah Miller load a machine gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) as the ship departs Naples, Italy.

Barry, homeported out of Norfolk, Va., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet are of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation.

Sailors stationed aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) handle line Sunday as the ship prepares to depart Souda Bay, Greece following a port visit.

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Jobs

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NOTICE: The Department of the Navy announced a hiring freeze effective Jan. 14. Effective immediately, all appropriated funds, U.S. and local national vacancy announcements will be placed on hold until further notice.

However, some positions are exempt from the hiring freeze as per the Secretary of the Navy (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) guidance issued Jan. 28.

Announcements for exempt positions will be advertised as normal on this page.

HRO WEBSITES: https://cnic.navy. mil/europe/about/Jobs/index.htm and http://hronaples.altervista.org HRO FACEBOOK: HRO_NAPLES Please contact us at 081-568-5409 for any questions. The Human Resources Office is located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, OR at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, OR by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, OR at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement.

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

OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN#EUR13-537395-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent. Next Cut-Off Date: March 21.

Closing date: March 21 Health Promotions Manager, GS-0601-09, ANN#EUR13-572352-AG, Full Time- Permanent.

LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS Closing date: March 15 Management Analyst, UA0343-02, ANN#66096-577735AG, Full Time- Permanent, AOC: All LN permanent appropriated funds employees serviced by CNREURAFSWA/HRO only.

If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-568-5409.

You will be contacted within 24

hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services or continue to provide excellent service.

As a reminder, an HRO representative is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the Support Site food court area. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he or she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m. March 25.

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 inants 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#12-042, flexible, Golf Course, Carney Park. Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-044, flexible, NOR Center, Carney Park. Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-155, flexible, Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helps the customers in the recreation center with recreational events.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar.

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

Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-036 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site.

Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done.

CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S. POSITION Regional Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, NF-010104, ANN#13-019 Regular fulltime, Navy region Europe, Naples, Italy. The regional SARC will be the designated staff member at the region, responsible for coordinating and overseeing local implementation and execution of the SAPR Program. Closing date: Open Until Filled.

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

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

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#130000S5 Store Worker/ W3/NA-02/RFT. Closes: March 15. Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs

various duties including loading/unloading merchandise and cart retrieval in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location.

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#13000091 LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF02/RFT. 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.

Utilizes various surveillance techniques.

Ann#120003R3 Security Guard/52/NF-01/Flex - Open

Until Filled. Pay Rate: $9.00$11.00. Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc.

CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#130000NJ 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.

GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available.

JFC-NATO MINI MART (Lago Patria) Ann#1200034W 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.

LATINA MINI MART No Vacancies GAETA MINI MART Ann#130000I0 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.

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