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58th year, No. 41
Friday, November 1, 2013
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Historic Battle Ensign Finds Home at ROTC Unit Page 6
The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) transits through the Mediterranean Sea before arriving in Naples, Italy for a port visit, Oct. 30. (Photo by MC3 Raul Moreno Jr.)
Benvenuti a Napoli MC3 Nathan R. McDonald, USS Nimitz Public Affairs The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), along with embarked Carrier Strike Group 11, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11, and Destroyer Squadron 23 arrived in Naples, Italy for a port visit, Oct. 30. The visit allows Nimitz Strike Group Sailors and Marines the chance to experience the local culture and customs, as well as a variety of recreational activities, after being at sea for more than 70 days.
The ship's Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) office has set up a number of tours and hotel stays while Nimitz is in port. The tours include trips to Pompeii, Naples, Rome and the Vatican. "It is very exciting to have this unique opportunity to visit Naples on a Western Pacific deployment," said Capt. Jeff Ruth, Nimitz commanding officer. "The crew has performed exceptionally well, meeting every challenge presented to them on this deployment. They deserve this great opportunity and will certainly enjoy the sites,
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tastes and sounds offered in this superb port." The port visit came as a surprise for Sailors and Marines aboard Nimitz. "It's exciting," said Damage Controlman 3rd Class Jonathan Feinberg. "I'm going to get a hotel room, enjoy all the sites and talk to my family." Nimitz left its homeport of Everett, Wash., March 30 for a scheduled Western Pacific deployment and is currently supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.
Families Have ‘Spooktacular’ Night By MCSN Robert S. Price Navy Public Affairs Support Element – East Detachment Europe
annual the Spooktacular, Halloween event hosted by Naval Support Activity Naples, was held Friday at the Support Site central park for more than 3,000 people. The event was held from 6 - 9 p.m. with food and music ongoing until 10 p.m. for those not afraid of the dark. “We had a hay ride that will take you to the haunted house and a hay ride to nowhere,” said Cathy Knapp, Spooktacular director. “That one is just for story telling. We have trick-or-treating, we have a maze that we created and we have a pie-eating contest.” The central park took on a total transformation for the event and commenced with a big boom from a fireworks display. Local organizations, such as Naples Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association’s (NESPTA), handed out candy to the children. see SPOOKTACULAR Page 4
No More NWUs Underway, What You Should Know
Navy’s First Zumwalt Class Destroyer Launched Page 12
Weekly Crime Report Review what happened between Oct. 23 and Oct. 29. Page 5
FRIDAY High 75 / Low 63 Chance of Rain
SATURDAY High 79 / Low 64 Chance of T-storms
Spooktacular attendees make their way through the Seabees' haunted house Friday. The annual Halloween event had more than 3,000 people attend the Support Site festivities. (Photo by MCSN Robert S. Price)
SUNDAY High 79 / Low 66 Partly Cloudy
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Captain’s Corner By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer
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A week ago Support Site hosted Spooktacular for the second year at Central Park, giving Naples area military families and their guests an opportunity to come together and enjoy Halloween as a community. With approximately 4,000 participants, the event was bigger and better than ever! Eleven vendors provided great food to the community and raised money for their organizations. We also had three merchandise vendors, 15 volunteers and 20 MWR employees working the event, and were entertained all evening by AFN’s DJ services. Thanks to everyone who came out and made the event a resounding success. Congratulations to the Submarine Birthday Ball, who won the decorating contest, and the Seabees who once again put on a crowd-pleasing haunted house. Perhaps the biggest feat of the night came with candy distribution: in total, four pallets were “treated” to eager ghouls and goblins at booths of command sponsored organizations. It was great to see so many families and kids out enjoying the perfect weather and festivities. Make sure all the kids take a little extra time brushing their teeth. A big thanks to all those who helped make the evening truly Spooktacular, including Chris Kasparek and Cathy Knapp of Navy Child and Youth Programs. The Navy Ball was also held last weekend at La Certosa di San Giacomo in Nola. The Ball sold out for the third year in a row. Vice Adm. Phil Davidson, newly in his role as Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, served as the eloquent guest speaker and Capt. John Esposito did a superb job as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. The Navy Band, the USNH Drill Team and honor guard, and the Navy Ball Committee worked tirelessly to ensure a wonderful evening for all. Please take the opportunity to thank the many volunteers from the Navy Ball Committee and others who this event possible through their hard work and dedication. We continue full speed ahead toward the holiday season, which will be full of local events, including the Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 5 at Support Site. We anticipate distributing 3000 gifts to area children in this year’s expanded event, before welcoming the Harlem Globetrotters to Naples on Dec. 11. In anticipation of the holidays, we have already begun the Fall/Winter Safety Stand Down cycle aboard Capo, and I want to emphasize the importance of safety as the weather begins to change and we go into holiday party mode. Though overall we have had fewer traffic incidents this year, we have experienced three heartbreaking fatalities, which is three too many. The Neapolitan roads and drivers are always a challenge. Please, slow down. Plan ahead. Utilize a designated driver if you intend to drink, or if you end up drinking when you hadn’t planned on it. The cost of a cab ride and overnight parking is negligible when compared with a DUI or the career consequences of being caught drinking and driving. Intervene when a friend has had too much. Sexual assault remains a top concern for the Navy – and it should be. Sexual assault is a crime and will not be tolerated in Naples or in our Navy, period. Fortunately, we have an outstanding cadre of sexual assault professionals who remain ready to responds and a committed group of leaders dedicated to supporting our sailors. We all have a part in preventing sexual assault. Bystander intervention is the key to our success. Be prepared to act if you see a bad situation developing. Be a good friend and sailor to your shipmates. The Navy defends our country and assists thousands of people around the world every year. Don’t turn your back on one of our own when you could be the one to prevent a crime against a shipmate! We trust and rely on each other every day especially in our overseas environment. Be a good shipmate and safely enjoy a beautiful Italian holiday season.
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A third-party smartphone app named "MyPay DFAS LES" is being advertised to connect to DFAS on your behalf to access your MyPay account. This app is not sponsored by the Department of Defense (DOD) or the U.S. Government. It presents a serious risk of compromising account information and theft of funds. While giving your MyPay account information to strangers is never considered a good idea, the app presents itself as an official DFAS service and 50,000 members are estimated to have installed the app. Similar apps have been found for Android and iPhone. Do not download this app or provide any PII/Privacy information to unknown or unconfirmed sources.
Participation Encouraged in SAPR Survey The 2013 Navywide sexual assault survey is short and completely anonymous. It can be accessed from any web-enabled computer, tablet or smartphone at www.donsapro.navy.mil/donsas.html. The password for all military participants is “2013SURVEY”, and the survey will be available through Jan. 6.
Fall/Winter Safety Stand Down Fall/Winter Safety Stand Downs for area commands have begun and will continue through Nov. 18. Contact your command’s Safety representative for further information, or Linda A Christensen, Installation Safety Manager, at DSN 626-4790.
New Mandatory Safety Training Now Available on ESAMS OSHA-mandated training on the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align with the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) has been uploaded to ESAMS (Course ID #4648). Classroom training will be coming in November. Training must be completed by Dec. 1. Contact your command's Safety representative for further information, or Linda A Christensen, Installation Safety Manager, at DSN 626-4790.
Consumer Product Recall of APC 7 and 8 Series Surge Protectors APC 7 and 8 Series surge protectors manufactured from 1993 to 2002 have been recalled as they can overheat, smoke and melt, posing a fire hazard. The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the surge protector. The first two numbers in the serial number indicate the year of manufacture and are included in the recall if they are 93 through 02. The letters APC and the words Personal, Professional, Performance, or Network are printed on them. Personnel having these recalled surge protectors should stop using them immediately. To submit a claim and obtain more information for free replacement surge protectors, visit www.recall.apc.com.
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(bldgs 2150-2163) and the SOQs, Mirabella will turn on heaters the day after the A/C is shut off in each building. • Nov. 4 - bldg 2106 through bldg 2120 • Nov. 5 - bldg 2121 through bldg 2135 • Nov. 6 - bldg 2136 through bldg 2149 • Nov. 7 - bldg 2150 through bldg 2158 • Nov. 8 - bldg 2159 through bldg 2163 and Villas For more information, residents should contact their Zone Manager.
2013 Military Mail Holiday Mailing Dates Below are recommended mail-by dates for best chance delivery prior to Dec. 25. From the United States, Dec. 16 for Express Mail Military Service, Dec. 3 for First-Class Mail, Dec. 3 for Priority Mail, Nov. 26 for Space Available Mail, and Nov. 12 for Parcel Post/Parcel Air Lift. From Europe/Bahrain (including Naples), Dec. 17 for Express Mail Military Service, Dec. 3 for First-Class Mail, Dec. 3 for Priority Mail, Nov. 26 for Space Available Mail, and Nov. 12 for Parcel Post/Parcel Air Lift. From Djibouti, Nov. 21 for First Class Mail, Nov. 21 for Priority Mail, Nov. 9 for Space Available Mail, and Nov. 30 for Parcel Post/Parcel Air Life. Insurance is strongly suggested on all holiday packages.
Now – Dec. 16: Winter Youth Basketball Registration Registration for Junior League (ages 9-11) and Senior League (ages 12-14) will take place Oct 28 – Dec 16 at the Youth Center on Support Site, during the hours of 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The cost for the season is $60 per child with a 20% discount for additional siblings. Parents must complete the Parent Association for Youth Sports (PAYS) online training and provide a copy of the certificate prior to registering your child. For more information, call Youth Sports at DSN 629-4729 or 081-811-4729.
Nov. 1: Marine Corps Birthday Ball The 2013 Naples Area Marine Corps Birthday Ball will be held in Baia, Italy on Nov. 1, celebrating the 238th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps. Attire- Marines: Evening Dress "B" or Blue Dress "A", Army: Army Blue (bow tie), Navy: Dinner Dress Blue Jacket or Dinner Dress Blue, Air Force: Mess Dress, Civilians: Black Tie or formal dress. Cocktail hour begins at 5:30 p.m. For tickets contact: Capt Sean Kaiser, 081-568-5998, or via email at sean.kaiser@eu.navy.mil.
Nov. 1 – 2 : Italian All Souls Day Nov. 1 and 2 mark All Souls Day in Italy, important religious holidays when many Italians visit the cemeteries and graves of deceased loved ones. Anticipate traffic delays around cemeteries, including those near Capo, where parking may extend into traffic lanes.
Nov. 4 – 8: Crane Operations at Capo Air Conditioning Shutoff Schedule The A/C shutoff schedule is below for Support Site housing. This procedure does not require entry to any units, and families will not be disturbed during the process. Support Site Phase I units have individual heaters which allow for heat anytime utilizing the thermostat. For those families in Support Site II
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From Nov. 4 until Nov. 8, there will be crane operations between buildings 440 and 442 at Capo to remove the temporary trailers located inside the C4I fence. The walkway will be sectioned off starting from the turnstiles to the corner of building 442 nearest the spine. Personnel needing access into C4I from the spine should go through the Quarter Deck (Admin I) and through the courtyard into Admin III.
Nov. 5: Holiday Greeting Card Contest The Command Holiday Greeting Card Contest is beginning with plywood available for pickup on Nov. 5. Create a 4-ft by 8-ft plywood holiday card and enter to win prizes. From Dec. 4 to Jan. 3, cards will be displayed along Support Site Main Street. Completed cards must be turned in by Dec. 3. Winners will be announced at the MWR/NEX tree lighting event on Dec 5. Open to all commands and command-sponsored organizations. For more information, judging criteria, and questions, call MWR Community Events Director Staci Dietrich at DSN 626-4896 or 081-568-4896.
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Saturday Morning Pajama Party
T HE I NSIDE P AGE … FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.
Families play games during the Naples Overseas Support Club's Pajama Party at the Support Site Community Center, Oct. 19. Inspired by Saturday mornings of yesteryear, attendees enjoyed a cereal bar, cartoons, and games for ages 2-12. The nostalgic event geared toward all parents and families with small children, to include working parents, single service members and families with deployed spouses, afforded an opportunity to enjoy familyengaging activities with little ones on a weekend morning. (Photo courtesy of NOSC)
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Compiled by Teresa Merola
Leaning Tower of Pisa Straightens Slightly An Italian technical director of the Leaning Tower of Pisa said the 56-meter tower’s lean towards the south is moving toward the north thanks to modern engineering from the 11-year restoration project completed in 2001. Between 2001 and 2013 it recovered 2.5 centimeters of its incline and in theory it would be possible to straighten it completely, said the director. The construction of the tower began in the 12th century. Its tilting happened during construction because of an inadequate foundation and soft ground.
Naples Chocolate Festival Begins Wednesday A chocolate festival will run from Wednesday, Nov. 5 until Sunday Nov. 10 in Naples at Galleria del Mare located inside the port. More than 30 booths from chocolate companies from all over Italy will show their specialties. The entrance is free and open every day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Weapons Unearthed in Cemetery A mini weapon arsenal was unearthed by Carabinieri military police in a cemetery in the town of Pomigliano d’Arco, near Naples. The arsenal consisted of a 12-caliber shotgun, three submachine guns with no serial numbers and more than 1000 bullets of various calibers. According to police sources, the weapons were taken to a ballistics lab for testing to find out if they were used by Camorra members.
Treasure of San Gennaro Moves to Rome For the first time the famous Treasure of San Gennaro left Naples and will be on show at Museo Fondazione in Rome until Feb. 16. The treasure has been estimated to be more valuable than the British royal family’s crown jewels. The collection is made up of gifts given by popes, kings, emperors and ordinary people who were grateful for the
intervention of Naples’ patron saint. One of the most interesting items is a bishop’s hat or mitre in which diamonds, ruby and emerald are embedded. The treasure includes jewels, busts, statues, paintings, tapestries and other valuable gifts made by the devout over the past 700 years. The Chapel of the Treasure is a popular Naples attraction with 1.7 million visitors a year
Arrests in Rome from Criminal Group Italian police arrested 15 people in Rome accused of links to the Casalesi clan, a criminal group from Casal di Principe, near Caserta. They are charged with illegal asset transfer, usury, illegal competition through use of threats and violence, even using a boxer to carry out reprisals on rival groups. The Casalesi clan is particularly active in the slot-machine business in game parlors, bars and tobacco stores.
Subs Find Large Mosaic and Statue in Harbor of Pozzuoli Subs working with archaeologists found a large twenty square meter mosaic and a statue nearly two meters in the harbor of Pozzuoli. Most likely it is a statue dating back to Roman Empire. The mosaic, which decorated the rooms of an imperial villa, dates back to the first century A.D. The discovery was made in between Punta Epitaffio and the Castle of Baia in the middle of the archaeological park submerged in the Pozzuoli gulf. The area is adjacent to the “Villa dei Pisoni”, the ancient patrician residence of the imperial era, which belonged to the Pisoni family and was confiscated by the Nero emperor. The submerged archaeological park of Baia is of inestimable value. Not since the first underwater excavation in the early sixties has such an important finding been re-emerged. These findings will be submitted to a particular analysis by achaeologists before being placed in the Archaeological Museum at the Castle of Baia.
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in an exploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would take part in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) and your current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jones at 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com. THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is looking for volunteers to help manage the Thrift Store. The manager and co-manager would need to dedicate 2-3 half days weekly and be responsible for staffing the store and leading the team of volunteers. Additionally, new store volunteers and shift leaders are needed to help run the store during open hours by running the register, sorting items and stocking the store floor. Contact Sue Brown at tstoreschedule@gmail.com to volunteer and Melania Bowen at nosctshop@gmail.com to talk about management positions. Proceeds from the store support the base community. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities. FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon if families are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similar emergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers may greet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork, etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. If you are interested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil. CLUB BEYOND is searching for volunteers to serve as Adult Leaders. Leaders assist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students in grades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. If interested, please contact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com. NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913. NAVY LEAGUE NAPLES is looking for volunteers to fill positions on its Board of Directors. Personnel interested should contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or 348-225-2234. ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For more information, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON THE NAPLES TOASTMASTERS CLUB provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the USNH Naples Dental Clinic conference room. Guests are always welcome. For more information, visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us on Facebook "Toastmasters Naples Italy." PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for worship and bible Study. Stay up-to-date with current events at our Facebook page PWOC Naples or contact us at pwocparticipation@gmail.com to be on our email distribution. NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilities wanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m. Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and development will be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall or co-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk or andrew.bohnsack@gmail.com. NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking individuals as board members in 2013-2014 for a variety of events and positions. Join Us! If you want to volunteer or need information on what is available, email noscitaly@gmail.com or go to www.noscitaly.com CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org. BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples. NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int. WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC) OVERSEAS PROGRAM is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962.
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Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps members from the Naples American High School pose for a photo at the "Welcome to Your Fairytale" booth at Spooktacular. More than 3,000 people attended this year's Spooktacular event, which was held at the Support Site's central park. (Photo by MCSN Robert S. Price)
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“Tonight is all about having fun,” said Darcy Glanzmann, NESPTA president. “It is also a nurturing and safe environment.” The NESPTA booth had their school’s mascot, La Delphina, dressed up for the event to greet visitors with a photo opportunity. The picture was staged with a giant paper-mache pumpkin that took eight hours to tissue and a total of two and a half days to complete. Glanzmann said the pumpkin had to be brought to the event by pick-up truck and boasted that it was large enough to fit a smart car inside. As trick-or-treating bags got filled, many children found their way over to the haunted maze. Spooktacular volunteers assembled the four-foot black walls to prevent children from peering down the path. Many children who rushed to the finish found themselves face-to-face with a startling ghoul peering around the corner. “Every year we evolve,” said Knapp. “We try to improve the program every year. This year we tried to get better signage because people couldn’t see it. We might add something like AFN doing little games or add a movie.” American Forces Network (AFN) took to the stage to entertain the crowd with music and games. Festival attendees were able to dance the night away in the central park amphitheater pit or even go on stage for chances to win a prize. Some got on stage to compete in the pumpkin pie-eating contest and challenge their stomach’s capacity. Ramsey Cotton, a 13-year-old from Naples High School, took first place in the youth category this year. Musician 2nd Class Joel Packer, member of U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, won first place in the adult category. Cotton said she used a one-handed scooping technique to achieve the win and finishing was uncertain because the pie’s creaminess made it very filling. Cotton and Packer walked away from the contest with a gift basket
Sailors cook burgers for those who were working during the annual Halloween event held at Support Site's central park. (Photo by MCSN Robert S. Price) full of candy and Halloween movies. Many found themselves on board the hayride to the haunted house as the festival came to a close. Seabees constructed the fright house next to the Commissary and operated it for the weekend and Halloween night. Screams could be heard into the night from those looking for the scare.
Musician 2nd Class Joel Packer discusses his strategy after winning first place in the pumpkin pie-eating contest during Spooktacular. The annual event had a variety of activities that included haunted houses, a huge food tent, hay rides, an outdoor movie showing and a maze. (Photo by MCSN Robert S. Price)
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Seabees Bring Fright to the Naples Community By MC2 Eva-Marie Ramsaran, NAVFAC EURAFSWA Public Affairs
More than 15 Seabees with Public Works Department (PWD) Naples attached to Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia designed, built and brought thrills to a haunted house at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Oct. 25-27. MWR hosted the annual Spooktacular event for an early celebration of Halloween; where the Seabees’ haunted house was one of the main attractions. “This haunted house is done by the Seabee Association every year,” said Engineering Aide 3rd Class Michael Miller, Seabee Association treasurer and PWD tech librarian. “We volunteer to take part in many events on base and in the local community. This event helps us raise money for COMRELs [community relations projects] and for our ball.” Spooktacular is one of the biggest events held at NSA Naples that allows the Seabees to raise money for the Seabee Ball to be held March 8. The Seabees spent months planning and preparing for Spooktacular, as well as several hours in their off-duty time building the house. Each room in the house had themes from the original 14th century epic poem “Divine Comedy” by Dante Alighieri, which was later made into a movie and video game called “Dante’s Inferno.” They dressed up as ghouls, zombies, chainsaw killers, butchers and more to bring the haunted house to life. Naples High School students and Seabee spouses joined in the scare effort. “This is a great opportunity for us to show our creativity, as Seabees, to the community,” said
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Fleet and Family Support Center Events this Week From the Fleet and Family Support Center
For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC.
UPCOMING FFSC NAPLES EVENTS Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register. All classes require registration.
• Nov. 1: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (appointments only), Support Site FFSC. • Nov. 1: PlayPals, Playmate Play Date, 9:30 a.m., Playground behind Support Site Library • Nov. 3: Alateen Support Group, (ages 12-18), 9 to 10 a.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 4: Easy Italian, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Capo Fellowship Hall (1 of 4 Sessions) • Nov. 5: Limoncello Making, 10 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC • Nov. 6: Employment Opportunities in Naples, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 6: Nurturing Touch Child & Infant Massage, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 6: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 6 to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 7: Developing Your Spending Plan, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 7: Holiday Budgeting, 2 to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 7: Gricignano Market, 8:30 to 11 a.m., Leaves from Support Site (Car Pool) • Nov. 7: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 6 to 8 p.m., Support Site FFSC (6 of 7 Sessions) • Nov. 8: PlayPals, Playmate Play Date, 9:30 a.m., Playground behind Support Site Library
UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS
Guests make their way through the Seabees’ haunted house. (Photo courtesy of NAVFAC EURAFSWA Public Affairs)
Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Andrew Tatro, PWD environmental hazardous waste manager. “We’re just happy to give something back and make the kids feel like they are in the states, celebrating Halloween.” Kids from the ages of 2 and up, service members and their families were able to brave the fright
of the haunted house throughout the event. “I took my little sister to the haunted house and she was screaming from beginning to end,” said Allen Custodio, a NSA Naples family member. “The Seabees did a great job coming up with their costumes and scare tactics; they were very realistic.”
Energy Conservation Times Are a Changing From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team
The last installment for our energy awareness month articles focuses on the transition to heating from A/C. If you live or work on any of the bases, you may have noticed some changes. In preparation for the upcoming fall and winter season, the offices and housing units will slowly convert from air conditioning to heating. Look for these changes between now and the end of November. If you have any questions, please contact your resident building
energy waste managers or the Public Works Department Energy Conservation Office (6265568 or 626-1895). Even though energy awareness month is behind us, don’t worry, we’re not stopping. Energy conservation is a year-round effort to make the best of the precious resources we have on the planet. So be sure to continue to do the right thing and turn off power when you don't need it.
Call 081-568-8354 for more information or to register. All classes require registration. • Nov. 4: Smooth Move Workshop, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. • Nov. 5: Roman Roads History Class and Field Trip, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Nov. 6: Battle of San Pietro ICR Field Trip, 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. • Nov. 8: Roman Catacombs ICR Field Trip with Public Transportation, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Crime Report for Oct. 23 - Oct. 29 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS
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historic battle ensign Finds home at university of Washington rotC unit By MCSN William Blees, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Det. Northwest
"We are about to go into a fight against overwhelming odds from which survival cannot be expected," announced Lt. Cmdr. Robert W. Copeland, commanding officer of the John C. Butler-class destroyer escort USS Samuel B. Roberts (DE 413), over the 1MC on Oct. 25, 1944. On that fateful day, USS Samuel B. Roberts and Allied ships came under attack from the Imperial Japanese Navy in the Leyte Gulf. Largely outmatched in number, armament and armor by Japanese ships, one of the largest battles in naval history occurred, the Battle of Samar. Copeland proceeded to do the unthinkable, and charged head-on into the attacking battleships, cruisers and destroyers. Samuel B. Roberts was able to inflict damage to enemy ships with her torpedoes and 5inch guns, but was outmatched by the larger ships. "By zigzagging we were able to keep from being hit by enemy torpedoes," stated from Archie Killough's personal journal, a Sailor aboard Samuel B. Roberts. "Finally their shells found their mark. First, gun 2 aft was hit killing all but three of a crew of twenty-seven." After a courageous bout, Samuel B. Roberts was dead in the water, but not all was lost, the crew abandoned ship. Chief Torpedoman Rudy Skau managed to retrieve the ship's battle ensign and hold onto it for nearly three days as the
crew floated awaiting rescue. During this time many of the survivors passed away due to their wounds and shark attacks. "After spending fifty-two hours in the water we were rescued by PC 623," wrote Killough. "We were about dead when they picked us up." Copeland, who went on to make Rear Admiral, received the second highest military decoration for valor, the Navy Cross, for his actions in the Battle of Samar. The seventh Oliver Hazard Perry Class frigate was eventually named for Copeland. Copeland was born in Tacoma, Wash., and was a graduate of the University of Washington's (UW) Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) in 1935. Years later the battle ensign that Skau recovered in the water made its way into the hands of James Massick. Massick was a graduate of the UW NROTC program in 1954. Earlier this year after reading a past issue of the Husky Navy News, Massick saw a request for memorabilia related to former members of the unit to be used in the rededication of the NRTOC's Clark Hall at UW. Massick donated the flag, folded neatly in a box, along with a letter describing the story behind it to the Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) through the UW NROTC unit. "The reaction when I got the flag from the Samuel B. Roberts in March of this year... it sent chills down my spine
Dealing with BUPERS Online Outages From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
Many Internet-based applications that support personnel actions associated with Navy Personnel Command (NPC) continue to experience downtime while the Navy works to enhance its network reliability and security, officials said Oct. 28. These actions include BUPERS Online (BOL) access and applications for selection boards, record maintenance, retirements and fleet reserve processing among others. Workarounds for some BOL applications are in place while the enhancements are ongoing. BOL has switched to CAC-only access, and currently the Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS) is the only application that is accessible. The exact timeline for the restoration of other offline applications is still being determined, but Sailors should be aware that it could take until the end of the calendar year. Commands are reminded that they still must continue to track Individual Personnel Tempo (ITEMPO), and that workarounds for reporting ITEMPO were provided directly to the commands. Those impacted by these system outages may contact the NPC Customer Service Center at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866-827-5672) or CSCemail@navy.mil for hands-on assistance. Sailors and commands accustomed to spending only a few moments on a personnel task will need to allow more time.
In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911. (On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.
The torn battle ensign from the John C. Butler-class destroyer escort USS Samuel B. Roberts (DE 413) hangs on the wall in the University of Washington's (UW) Clark Hall. The flag was gifted to UW's Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) unit from James W. Massick, a former graduate of the NROTC program's class of 1954. The Samuel B. Roberts commanding officer, Lt. Cmdr. Robert W. Copeland, was also a graduate of UW's NROTC program in 1935. (Photo by MCSN William Blees)
when I saw the flag and read Mr. Massick's letter," said Capt. David Melin, UW NROTC unit commanding officer. "It exudes naval history, and we love to teach our midshipmen about naval history so they have some role models for what they want to become." NHHC framed the flag using materials that would allow it to maintain its integrity over time and sent it back to UW NROTC.
"They beautifully framed it in such a way that it will maintain its condition," said Melin. The flag is now on official loan to the UW NROTC unit and hangs in Clark Hall next to the new NROTC Alumni Wall of Fame. Copeland was among the first five inductees to be listed on the wall of fame. "It's important for us to learn from our past, and there are some good lessons in leadership, particularly on the
Samuel B. Roberts, as commanded by Copeland at the time, that are immediately applicable to our midshipman today," said Melin. "It's a tangible reminder of what our alumni, in this particular case Copeland did in his service to the country, and I think it serves as an inspiration to the current crop of midshipmen and battalion midshipmen on what they're capable of becoming as leaders."
Panorama November 1, 2013 A U.S. Navy graphic depicting the capability of the flame resistant variant (FRV) coveralls as demonstrated in a test at Ouellette Thermal Test Facility in Natick, Mass., on June 21, 2013. (U.S. Navy photo illustration)
No more NWus underway Top Five Things Every Sailor Should Know About the New Coverall Uniform By MC2 Amara Timberlake, Defense Media The Navy released a message Oct. 24 outlining the details of the new Flame Resistant Variant (FRV) coveralls, coming soon to a ship near you. The Navy released a message Oct. 24 outlining the details of the new Flame Resistant Variant (FRV) coveralls, coming soon to a ship near you. Since Sailors are the Navy's most valuable asset, officials were clearly justified in creating a new uniform to protect the troops in normal working conditions. Here is everything you need to know about the new coverall. 1. It's 100 percent flame resistant. The FRV coverall is made from 100 percent cotton fabric that's treated with a flame retardant. It passed the Navy's flame tests and the flame resistance properties did not decrease with wear or laundering for the life of coverall, which is about 18-24 months. 2. The uniform won't cost you anything. Since the FRV is considered organizational clothing, ships will be responsible for purchasing and issuing them to Sailors. 3 It looks very similar to the boot camp issue uniform, with a few variations. The FRV is constructed using the same design as the original boot camp issue utility coverall. Sailors will still wear the black cotton web belt for E-6 and below and the khaki cotton web belt for CPO and above. The changes include a Velcro backed name tag (like the name tag for the Vneck sweater) in place of the sew-on name tape and
metal collar devices. Command ball caps are authorized. Commanding officers will have the option to develop a fabric embroidered command name tape (like the name tag on flight suits.) 4. FRVs are coming fast. The uniforms are scheduled to start arriving to ships in December and will initially be provided to ships scheduled to deploy in the first part of 2014. Forward-deployed ships will also be at the top of the distribution list. 5. No more NWUs underway. Once the FRVs are received, the NWU type I and other polyester/poly blend uniforms are not authorized for wear underway except for special events like manning the rails or ceremonies at anchor. The FRV will not be worn in place of other organizational clothing like flight deck gear or electrical protective materials. What else? Sailors assigned to submarines will continue to wear the poly/cotton utility coverall until a low lint, flame resistant solution is available. The uniform does not serve in place of a fire fighting ensemble and the flame retardant properties are obsolete if you're not in proper battle dress; that means pant legs tucked in, top button buttoned, sleeves rolled down and steel-toed boots. If this seems like too much information to absorb at once, don't panic; Type commanders will hold a series of demonstrations in November and December in fleet concentration areas so Sailors can see and feel the new uniform and understand the basics of how to wear it.
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Navy Pay, Personnel Services align with NPC By MC2 Andrea Perez, Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Office The Navy Pay and Personnel Administrative Support System (PASS) Program and Navy Pay and Personnel Services is now under the umbrella of Navy Personnel Command (NPC). According to NAVADMIN 228/13, the transfer unifies the policies, processes and execution of pay and personnel services across the Fleet. With this transition, the PASS Program, Personnel Support Detachments (PSDs) and Customer Service Detachments (CSDs) are now operating under the authority of the NPC Pay and Personnel Management Department. "Integrating the PASS System and the Personnel Support Detachments into our NPC Family was the right thing to do," said Ann Stewart, NPC assistant commander for Pay, Personnel and Benefits. "Rather than have policy makers and executers working under different organizations, there is now a single PERS Code dedicated to Pay and Personnel management for the entire Navy." The change means NPC has embraced 66 PSDs and CSDs across the world and gained approximately 2,300 employees. Stewart says the organizational realignment of the PASS Program, PSDs and CSDs should be transparent to customers. The staff of these centers will continue to ensure timely and accurate pay, personnel and passenger transportation services to customers Navywide.
Personnel Exchange Program Can Take You Places By MC2 Andrea Perez, Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Office For Sailors who have ever wondered what it's like in another branch of the military or in a foreign military, there's a special program offering that experience, said a Navy detailer Oct. 25. The Navy's Personnel Exchange Program (PEP) lets selected Sailors make a one-for-one exchange with personnel from another military service or foreign service. The program's objective is to integrate participants into the host organization as though they belonged to the service to which they become assigned. "Sailors should consider serving in the exchange program because they may get the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with foreign militaries and serve in highly-visible and unique billets," said Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class (AW) Justin Armstrong, PEP detailer, Navy Personnel Command (NPC). The Defense Personnel Exchange Program (DPEP), the over-arching DoD program, permits military and civilian participants to spend one or more years working in a host nation's defense research and development organizations, joint program offices or operational defense establishments on projects directly related to their expertise. DoD Directive 5230.20 governs visits, assignments, and exchanges of all foreign nationals. "Officers and enlisted Sailors in pay grades E-5 and above can participate in the PEP program," said Armstrong. "The program is designator and rating-driven as well as NEC-driven (Navy Enlisted Classification), so not all designators, rates or NECs are accepted. Most locations also require a security clearance." The nature of the PEP is to share professional knowledge with members from other services and nations. Applicants must be able to serve as subject matter experts in their designator or rate. Applicants for foreign PEP billets are military ambassadors of the U.S. and must be able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity. "Germany, Canada, Italy, United Kingdom and Australia are the foreign nations that currently participate in the PEP program," said Armstrong. "As billets in these countries become available, they show up on CMS-ID (Career Management System - Interactive Detailing)." According to Armstrong, Sailors selected for a non-English speaking country will be required to get language training en route at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center. Training may also be available for accompanying family members on a space available basis. Required obligated service for the program is 24 months, which does not include training time. PEP members will receive normal pay and allowances, but may be entitled to special allowances based on their final assignment, such as Overseas Housing Allowance, Cost of Living Allowance, Hardship Duty Pay and Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus. A full list of eligibility and application procedures is outlined in MILPERSMAN 1306-921. The PEP and other Special Program detailers assign Sailors to more than 20 unique programs Navywide, including recruit division commander duty and recruiting duty, the USS Constitution or the USS Arizona Memorial, and assignment to the Blue Angels or Navy Ceremonial Guard. MILPERSMAN 1306-900 contains a complete list of special programs available.
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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center. Email Robert Kenney at kofcnaples@gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/site/kofcnaples/home. 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. Kyle Brown, NANA president, at kyle.brown@med.navy.mil. THE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION is a newly founded association that meets twice a month to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact MA2 Aaron Kurschner at DSN 626-2871 or ABH2 Brent Paucke at DSN 626-5382. NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli. SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required. FMI, contact Bob & Shauna Bunnell at bunnellr54@gmail.com and bunnellshauna@aol.com SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo Fleurant at 328194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-theTots-Club. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy. HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649. PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263. GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com. FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446. Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples. THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315. THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com. REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in the Admin II building. REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761. THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, visit http://www. wraitalia.it. SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visit http://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm. RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES Tuesday Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time. Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley. SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at 081-811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037. CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296. EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676. LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554. CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.
Friday, Nov. 1 4:30 p.m. Free Birds, PG (3D) Premiere Showing 6 p.m. Captain Phillips, PG-13 7 p.m. Runner Runner, R, Premiere Showing Saturday, Nov. 2 Free Birds, PG Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, PG Baggage Claim, PG-13 6 p.m. 7 p.m. Don Jon, R 3 p.m. 4 p.m.
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Sunday, Nov. 3 Free Birds, PG (3D) Gravity, PG-13 Baggage Claim, PG-13 Parkland, PG-13 Monday, Nov. 4 Closed, No Movies
Tuesday, Nov. 5 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, Nov. 6 4:30 p.m. Free Birds, PG 6 p.m. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, PG Parkland, PG-13 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 4:30 p.m. Hotel Transylvania, PG The Family, R, 6 p.m. Last Showing 7 p.m. Don Jon, R Friday, Nov. 8 4:30 p.m. Free Birds, PG, 6 p.m. Thor: The Dark World, PG-13 (3D) Premiere Showing 7 p.m. Machete Kills, R, Premiere Showing
Movie Descriptions REE BIRDS, PG, Cast: Owen Wilson, Woody Harrelson, Amy Poehler, Dan Fogler, Lesley Nicol. Animation, 85 min. In this hilarious, adventurous buddy comedy for audiences of all ages, directed by Jimmy Hayward, two turkeys from opposite sides of the tracks must put aside their differences and team up to travel back in time to change the course of history and get turkey off the Thanksgiving menu for good.
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APTAIN PHILLIPS, PG-13, Cast: Tom Hanks, Catherine Keener, Max Martini, Chris Mulkey, John Magaro. Drama, 134 min. A multi-layered examination of the 2009 hijacking of the U.S. container ship Maersk Alabama by a crew of Somali pirates. The film focuses on the relationship between the Alabama's commanding officer, Captain Richard Phillips, and his Somali counterpart, Muse. Set on an incontrovertible collision course off the coast of Somalia, both men will find themselves paying the human toll for economic forces outside of their control.
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ON JON, R, Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore, Brie Larson, Tony Danza. Comedy, 90 min. Jon Martello is a strong, handsome, good old fashioned guy. His buddies call him Don Jon due to his ability to "pull" a different woman every weekend, but even the finest fling doesn't compare to the bliss he finds alone in front of the computer watching pornography. Barbara Sugarman is a bright, beautiful, good old fashioned girl. Raised on romantic Hollywood movies, she's determined to find her Prince Charming and ride off into the sunset. Wrestling with good old fashioned expectations of the opposite sex, Jon and Barbara struggle against a media culture full of false fantasies to try and find true intimacy
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LOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2, PG, Cast: Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan, Will Forte, Kristen Schaal. Animation, Family, 100 min. Inventor Flint Lockwood’s genius is finally being recognized as he’s invited by his idol Chester V to join The Live Corp Company, where the best and brightest inventors in the world create technologies for the betterment of mankind. Chester’s right-hand-gal, and one of his greatest inventions, is Barb, a highly evolved orangutan with a human brain. It’s always been Flint’s dream to be recognized as a great inventor, but everything changes when he discovers that his most infamous machine (which turns water into food) is still operating and is now creating food-animal hybrids foodimals! With the fate of humanity in his hands, Chester sends Flint and his friends on a dangerously delicious mission to battle hungry tacodiles, shrimpanzees, hippotatomuses, cheespiders and other food creatures to save the world again!
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RAVITY, PG-13, Cast: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney. SciFi/Fantasy, 91 min. Dr. Ryan Stone is a brilliant medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky. But on a seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes. The shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalsky completely alone - tethered to nothing but each other and spiraling out into the blackness. The deafening silence tells them they have lost any link to Earth...and any chance
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for rescue. As fear turns to panic, every gulp of air eats away at what little oxygen is left. But the only way home may be to go further out into the terrifying expanse of space ARKLAND, PG-13, Drama 92 min. Zac Efron, Tom Welling, James Badge Dale, Paul Giamatti, Jackie Earle Haley. Recounting the chaotic events that occurred in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963, the film weaves together the perspectives of a handful of ordinary individuals suddenly thrust into extraordinary circumstances: the young doctors and nurses at Parkland Hospital; Dallas' chief of the Secret Service; an unwitting cameraman who captured what became the most watched and examined film in history; the FBI agents who nearly had the gunman within their grasp; the brother of Lee Harvey Oswald, left to deal with his shattered family; and JFK's security team, witnesses to both the president's death and Vice President Lyndon Johnson's rise to power over a nation whose innocence was forever altered.
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USH, R, Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Olivia Wilde, Natalie Dormer, Daniel Bruhl, Tom Wlaschiha. Action/Adventure, 123 min. Set against the sexy and glamorous golden age of Formula 1 racing, this film portrays the exhilarating true story of two of the greatest rivals the world has ever witnessed-handsome English playboy Hunt and his methodical, brilliant opponent, Lauda. Taking us into their personal lives on and off the track, Rush follows the two drivers as they push themselves to the breaking point of physical and psychological endurance, where there is no shortcut to victory and no margin for error. If you make one mistake, you die.
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OTEL TRANSYLVANIA, PG, Cast: Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kevin James, Fran Drescher. Animation, 92 min, Welcome to the Hotel Transylvania, Dracula's lavish five-stake resort, where monsters and their families can live it up, free to be the monsters they are without humans to bother them. On one special weekend, Dracula has invited some of the world's most famous monsters - Frankenstein and his wife, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, a family of werewolves, and more - to celebrate his daughter Mavis's 118th birthday. For Drac, catering to all of these legendary monsters is no problem - but this could come crashing down when one ordinary guy stumbles on the hotel and takes a shine to Mavis
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HOR: THE DARK WORLD, PG-13, Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgard, Idris Elba. Action/Adventure, 112 min. The adventures of Thor, the Mighty Avenger, continue as he battles to save Earth and all the Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself. In the aftermath of Marvel's "Thor" and "Marvel's The Avengers," Thor fights to restore order across the cosmos, but an ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith returns to plunge the universe back into darkness. Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all.
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If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate, call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at 001-877-995-5247.
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In the Spotlight
Cmdr. Michael Pumphrey, director of Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia's CREDO, presents suicideTALK to the attendees of AWAG Italy South's annual Leadership and Training Seminar in Naples, Oct. 23. (Photo by Natalie Goes)
AWAG’s Annual Seminar Focuses on Suicide Awareness By Elizabeth Biddle, AWAG Italy South Publicity
Americans Working Around the Globe (AWAG) Italy South, with the assistance of the Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC), hosted its annual Leadership and Training Seminar, Oct. 23, in the Support Site Community Center. The first part of the program focused on increasing community awareness about suicide with a Living Works Education program entitled suicideTALK. Led by Cmdr. Michael Pumphrey, director of Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia’s Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO), suicideTALK began by asking participants, "Should we talk about suicide?" During the 90-minute workshop, Pumphrey reviewed the troubling realities of suicide. He helped participants explore personal and community feelings, beliefs, and attitudes about suicide and how they help, or hinder, suicide prevention efforts. Other training sessions were on Recruiting and Engaging Volunteers, Training Volunteers, Facebook 101, and Public Speaking. Dr. Cathy Caldwell began the volunteer portion of the seminar by relating her own experience serving as founding president and chair of an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that works with the a Cambodian non-governmental organization. She began by reviewing the importance of recruiting, retaining and engaging to allow forencourage the successful growth of your organization. She also listed her own Top 10 ways to retain and engage volunteers.
"You cannot be a one person show, this loses sight of the true mission and causes a breakdown in the organization as a whole," said Caldwell. Margaret Copson and Cyndi Hill, representing the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, discussed the importance of training volunteers for their duties, and how this will assistit helps with retaining volunteers. NOSC social media chair, Hilary Gordon, began her Facebook 101 with the question, "Why should you be on Facebook?" She included in her presentation the do's and don'ts of using it, and gave the best times to post. Brenda Dye, from Navy Federal Credit Union, talked about how important volunteering is when you arrive to a new duty station. Karen Russ, AWAG chairperson, traveled from Germany to attend the annual seminars. "AWAG has been in the NSA Naples community for eight years, and we continue to provide exceptional speakers and provide training for volunteers,” said Russ. “ We hope that this will continue to enhance the community." AWAG is a nonprofit, private organization representing service and family members of all branches of the armed forces and civilians serving in the European community. A volunteer board of governors leads AWAG.; whoseTheir mission is to train, strengthen, and connect volunteers, their organizations, and their communities. All volunteers within the community are invited to participate in the organization’s activities. who AWAG Europe will host its Annual Conference May 4 – 8 in Garmisch, Germany.
Brenda Dye, from Navy Federal Credit Union, talks about the importance of volunteering when you arrive to a new duty station during her presentation for the AWAG Italy South's annual Leadership and Training Seminar, Oct. 23. (Photo by Natalie Goes)
LTJG LAKEISHA SELLS Lt. j.g. Lakeisha Sells, a native of Texas, is the newest member of the Medical Home Port. The daughter of a 30 year boiler tech warrant officer, she wanted to join the Navy since she was 17. That opportunity arose after completing her training as a Physician Assistant. Following her commissioning by her father, Sells served with the Marines in San Diego and deployed to Afghanistan for six months. Newly settled into the hospital, she sees patients of all ages. When she isn’t enjoying the broader spectrum of her practice, Sells spends her spare time traveling through Italy and Europe with her daughter, Honesty, and son, Mijah.
HM3 EMILY POE Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Emily Poe grew up in Whitefish, Mont. Prior to joining the Navy, she worked as a Phlebotomist and an Emergency Medical Technician for 4 years at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Then, she decided to enlist in the Navy to become a Hospital Corpsman graduating as the class honor graduate among 114 students. Since her arrival to Naval Hospital Naples, she has worked in the Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) and OB/GYN clinics. In addition, she is also an assistant command fitness leader who promotes and encourages the command and community to maintain a healthier lifestyle. She enjoys being physically active and likes playing sports. “Right now, I am the strongest and fittest I’ve ever been in my life.” On her off duty hours, she has completed 44 college credits and her immediate goal is to complete her associate’s degree requirements by the end of the year. Poe has visited 14 countries in Europe with her favorites being Czech Republic, Ireland and England. Her favorite Italian dishes are Neapolitan Pizza and Caprese salad. Poe is also the current Junior Sailor of the Quarter for the hospital.
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the affordable Care act Five Things Sailors Should Know About the New Law By MC2 Amara Timberlake, Defense Media Activity The Affordable Care Act has created quite a stir across the country. Also known as Obamacare, the new law aims to make medical care more accessible to all Americans. Here are five things that Sailors should know about the new law.
3. If you're separating, you need to act quickly if you want to avoid a fee. Service members are eligible for 180 days of Tricare for free, after they separate. You can also purchase the Continued Health Care Benefit Program for an additional 18-36 months of minimum essential coverage. Once that runs out, it's important that the minimum essential coverage is obtained through other means to avoid the fee.
1. All Americans are required by law to have minimum essential coverage. Beginning Jan. 1, 2014, everyone (with a few exemptions) will be required to have some type of health insurance or face a 1 percent tax (of total household income) that could go up to 2.5 percent by 2016. For anyone who is not currently insured through their employer, the new Health Insurance Marketplace allows people to comparison shop for a plan that best meets their needs.
4. ...And you don't want to pay the fee. Starting January 1, 2014, if someone doesn't have a health plan that qualifies as minimum essential coverage, they may have to pay a fee that increases every year: from 1 percent of household income (or $95 per adult, whichever is higher) in 2014 to 2.5% of income (or $695 per adult) in 2016. The fee for children is half the adult amount. The fee is paid on the 2014 federal income tax form, which is completed in 2015. And if you don't fork over the cash, the IRS will just deduct it from a future tax refund.
2. If you have Tricare, you're good. Active duty service members need not worry. Military personnel, veterans, civilians and their families covered under Tricare will not see a change in their care or tax status. No additional action is required. Additionally, if you're enrolled in (or are a beneficiary of) Veterans health care program, VA Civilian Health and Medical Program (CHAMPVA) or Spina bifida health care benefits program, you're considered to have minimum essential coverage under the health care law and are not required to get additional coverage. Civilians that are satisfied with their current policy won't need to make any changes either.
5. There are some important milestones: The Health Insurance Marketplace opened Oct. 1. If you or someone you know is not insured, visit www.healthcare.gov to get started. Jan. 1, 2014 is the deadline to have the minimum essential coverage. March 31, 2014 is when open enrollment ends. After that, you can get new private health insurance for 2014 only through a special enrollment period if you have a qualifying life event like a job loss, birth, or divorce. To see the list of exempted groups, visit www.irs.gov and for more information on the new healthcare laws visit www.whitehouse.gov.
Harvesting Wine A child stomps grapes during a Gaeta Fleet and Family Support Center intercultural relations tour where participants had the opportunity to go into fields, pick grapes and work side-by-side with the local workers during wine harvesting season. Fine wine requires that the grapes be picked at exactly the right time. Days, and sometimes even hours, count. Attendees had the opportunity to ask questions to the experts and get "on the job training." (Photo by Angelo D'Arienzo)
USS Gravely Responds to Distressed Persons Ask the Doctor: How Can I in Central Mediterranean From U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs
In coordination with the Greek and Italian governments, USS Gravely (DDG 107) rendered assistance to distressed persons at sea in the central Mediterranean, Oct. 28. Gravely was just over 75 nautical miles away when tasked to provide assistance.
Gravely arrived on scene at approximately 8 p.m. local time, Oct. 28, and dispatched a team via small boat to assess the 28-meter wooden fishing vessel's sea worthiness and to determine if there were any specific needs of the crew. Gravely's team determined the vessel was seaworthy, but the destroyer remained in the vicinity of the vessel throughout the night as a precaution-
ary measure until a designated Italian search and rescue vessel arrived. The Italian Coast Guard's offshore patrol boat Nave Dattilo (CP 903) arrived on scene early the next morning and transferred the approximately 120 men, women and children onto the ship. Gravely returned to its normal duties once all personnel were safely on Dattilo.
Combat the Common Cold? By Lt. Elizabeth Fidler, U.S. Naval Hospital Naples
With the turn of the weather to crisp autumn days, you have a greater chance of coming in contact with the common cold. Those persons with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or a history of smoking have a higher chance of catching a cold, but there are several ways to stop the spread of illness-causing germs. The single most effective way to prevent almost any infection is to wash your hands thoroughly washing under your fingernails, palms, between fingers and up the wrists with soap for at least 30 seconds. Avoid direct contact with persons who are sniffling or sneezing, and try not to share glasses or utensils. If you do have to sneeze and a Kleenex isn’t readily available, sneeze or cough into the crook of your arm. This prevents the germs from spreading via hand-to-hand contact. Get your flu shot to minimize your risk for catching a more serious infection. Cold symptoms may include a runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, sinus ache, loss of voice, cough, fatigue, muscle aches, loss of appetite, headache and low grade fever. If you experience symptoms like these, your healthcare provider will likely recommend self-care at home. Since the common cold cannot be treated with antibiotics, treatment is usually targeted at relieving symptoms. The best way to beat a cold quickly is to drink plenty of fluids. Use a vaporizer to generate humid air, which might help to sooth a sore throat or loosen mucous. Old fashioned chicken soup or broth is great for maintaining adequate nutrition when you feel under the weather. Get plenty of rest, as sleep allows the body to heal. Adults and children over six months of age can use Motrin and Tylenol to help control fevers and body aches. Children under six months should receive Tylenol only. All infants and children should have their dose confirmed by your Medical Home Port team, so be sure to write down your baby’s weight at their wellness appointment. Getting a cold is awful, but by adhering to these tips, you can help prevent more serious outcomes. If you experience severe symptoms, make an appointment to see your healthcare team. In adults and older children, these symptoms could include a persistent fever (over 100.4) that does not go down with medicine, an inability to hold down fluids, or difficulty breathing. For infants and young children, look for decreased wet diapers, poor oral intake of fluids, signs of increased respiratory effort (nasal flaring), abnormal breathing sounds (wheezing), or a persistent fever (over 100.4) that is not relieved by medicine. We are always here to help. If you have questions or concerns about at-home care, call the TRICARE Nurse Advice Line 24/7/365 at 800-877-660. You can also make an appointment with your Primary Care Manager at your Medical Home Port by calling 081-811-6000 during business hours or anytime through www.Relayhealth. com .
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General Dynamics Bath Iron Works successfully launched the Navy's first Zumwalt-class destroyer Oct. 28 at their Bath, Maine shipyard. The future USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) will be the lead ship of the Navy's newest destroyer class, designed for littoral operations and land attack. The ship began its translation from Bath Iron Works' land-level construction facility to a floating dry dock on Friday. Once loaded into the dry dock, the dock was flooded and the ship was removed from its specially designed cradle. By late Monday, the dock had been flooded and the ship was floated off and tied to a pier on the Kennebec River. "This is the largest ship Bath Iron Works has ever constructed and the Navy's largest destroyer. The launch was unprecedented in both its size and complexity," said Capt. Jim Downey, the Zumwalt-class program manager for the Navy's Program Executive Office, Ships. "Due to meticulous planning and execution, the operation went very smoothly. I'm extremely pleased with the results and applaud the combined efforts of the Navy-industry team." Construction began on DDG 1000 in February 2009, and the Navy and its industry partners have worked to mature the ship's design and ready their industrial facilities to build this advanced surface combatant. Zumwalt is currently more than 87 percent complete, and the shipbuilder will continue remaining construction work on the hull prior to planned delivery late next year. Because of the complexity of the first-of-class ship, the Navy will perform a two-phase delivery process. Bath Iron Works will deliver the ship itself to the Navy in late 2014. Upon delivery, the Navy will then conduct combat systems activation, tests and trials, to include multiple underway periods. The ship is expected to reach its initial operating capability in 2016. The ship, the first of three Zumwalt-class destroyers, will provide independent forward presence and deterrence, support special operations forces and operate as part of
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Arturo Paulino is the community director of Club Beyond, 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. You can reach Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org.
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As I find myself in Stuttgart, Germany for a Club Beyond conference, I realize they seem to be a part of most jobs. Among the many corporate meetings, program evaluations and yes, beautiful Black Forest scenery, we had the opportunity to go over "The LifeGiving List.” The intent was to identify items which enlarge, enrich and empower our working environment and performance. In my case, out of the long list of suggested items, there was one word in particular that trumped them all - trust. Nothing like knowing that those who have been placed to lead me trust my intentions, my program and ultimately my performance. While serving our military community here in Naples, I have been very fortunate to collaborate with a group of men and women who believe in my program, both at a local and regional level. The result is not only a healthy and growing program, but also a motivated employee - me. This concept of "good things expected - great things delivered" is not an isolated case of fortuitous collaboration. It has been well documented that we measure up to the level of expectation placed on us. Believe and anticipate the best from those you influence and more often than not, you will be positively surprised. In your life, there is someone who is a strong believer of you and fully loves and trusts you. In other words, regardless of your religious makeup, or lack thereof, family composition, quality of choices, questionable moral decisions, or flat out messed up past, the mere fact of your existence is a testament of
your worth. This worthiness is the foundational platform which you and I have in common. Both of us have been believed in, entrusted, and loved by our Creator. This is the reason I believe you are worthy to be respected, appreciated and valued. Not because of your performance, but because of your identity. You, at your most basic core, are someone loved enough to be believed in. Your ability to embrace this elemental truth about yourself has the potential to unleash a stream of healthy life-choices or to keep you stumbling through life seeking approval in the wrong places. You probably have heard the chants and promptings to have us believe in God, but what I am telling you today is that God is the one who first believed in you. And he still does. If you'd like to chat more about this, please feel free to reach out to our outstanding, kind, and relatable team of Chaplains. I do happen to know these men and I am truly proud of our Religious Ministry Department here in Naples. For anything student related, or if you'd just like to grab a cup of coffee sometime, I'm always open to connect. Remember, you are worthy of being believed in. This is not a race to be achieved, but rather a truth to be embraced. That is the most Life-Giving news there is!
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Obtaining your Sojourner Permit Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country. All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature is required at the time of application. NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT. As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L. Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 for more information.
The Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer DDG 1000 is floated out of dry dock at the General Dynamics Bath Iron Works shipyard in Bath, Maine, Oct. 28. The lead ship and class are named in honor of former Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo R. "Bud" Zumwalt Jr., who served as chief of naval operations from 1970-1974. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of General Dynamics) joint and combined expeditionary forces. The Navy has incorporated many new technologies into the ship's unique tumblehome hull, including an all-electric integrated power system and an Advanced Gun System, designed to fire rocket-powered, precision projectiles 63-nautical miles. The shape of the superstructure and the arrangement of its antennas significantly reduce the ship's radar cross section, making the ship less visible to enemy radar at sea. The design also allows for optimal manning with a standard crew size of 130 and an aviation detachment of 28 Sailors thereby decreasing lifecycle operations and support costs. The lead ship and class are named in honor of former Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo R. "Bud" Zumwalt Jr., who served as chief of naval operations from 1970-1974. As one of the Defense Department's largest acquisition organizations, PEO Ships, an affiliated PEO of the Naval Sea Systems Command, is
responsible for executing the development and procurement of all major surface combatants, amphibious ships, special mission and support ships and special warfare craft.
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A Glimpse Around the Fleet
An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147, left, and an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Gray Wolves of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142 launch off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (Photo by MCSA Kelly M. Agee)
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) fires its MK 45 5-inch lightweight gun during a live-fire exercise in the Mediterranean Sea, Oct. 26. Stout is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (Photo by MC2 Amanda R. Gray)
Master-at-Arms Seaman Vincent Nicholford, left, and Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Britlyn Neary, both assigned to Military Working Dog unit at Fleet Activities Yokosuka, perform controlled aggression training, Oct. 30, with military working dog Capa. The canines with the unit are used to apprehend suspects, detect explosives and narcotics while searching buildings, ships and submarines. (Photo by MCSN Christian M. Senyk)
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NOTICE: The Department of the Navy announced a hiring freeze effective Jan. 14. Effective immediately, all appropriated funds, U.S. and local national vacancy announcements will be placed on hold until further notice. However, some positions are exempt from the hiring freeze as per the Secretary of the Navy (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) guidance issued Jan. 28. Announcements for exempt positions will be advertised as normal on this page. HRO WEBSITE: http://www.cnic.navy. mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/jobs. html Please contact us at 081-568-5409 for any questions. The Human Resources Office is located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, OR at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, OR by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, OR at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. PLEASE NOTE: Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: • ID/CAC CARDS (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates 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.
U.S. POSITIONS NOTE: Effective May 1, CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas must apply through USAJOBS in order to receive consideration. CLOSING DATE: Nov. 7 Supervisory Recreation Specialist, GS-0188-09, ANN# EUR14691637-AG, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Recreation Assistant, GS-0189-07, ANN#EUR14690851-AG, Full Time Permanent Housing Management Assistant, GS-1173-07 ANN#EUR13541494-AG-R1, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Contract Specialist, GS-1102-14 ANN#EUR14698929-JC, Full Time Permanent Contract & Grant Specialist, GS-1102-12 ANN#EUR14-698928-JC, Full Time Permanent Social Worker, GS-0185-12, ANN#EUR14-677920-KB, Full Time Permanent Management Analyst, GS-034312, ANN#EUR14-610665-KB, Full Time Permanent Supv Financial Management Analyst, GS-0501-14, ANN# EUR14-682408-KB, Full Time Permanent Supv Equal Employment Specialist, GS-0260-12, ANN# EUR14-700535-KB, Full Time Permanent Training Instructor, GS-171209, ANN#EUR13-688886-AG, Full Time Permanent Financial Management Analyst, GS-0501-09 KPP 11/12 or GS-0501-11 KPP 12 or GS-050112, ANN#EUR13-685638-EG-R1, AOC: PERMANENT U.S. CIVILIAN DEPENDENT HIRE EMPLOYEES OF CNE/CNA/C6F, NAPLES (UICs 3818A AND 00061) CLOSING DATE: Nov. 14 Management Analyst, GS-034312, ANN#EUR14-702331-AV, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Contract Specia-
list, GS-1102-13, ANN#EUR14701510-AV, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Environmental Engineer, GS-0819-14, ANN# EUR14-563803-AV, Full Time Permanent Management Analyst, GS-034309, ANN#EUR14-703246-AV, Full Time Permanent Mail and File Clerk, GS-030505, ANN# EUR14-703217-AV, Full Time Permanent
LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS CLOSING DATE: Nov. 14 Management & Program Analyst, UA-0343-03 KPP 02 KPP 01 or UA-0343-02 KPP 01 or UA0343-01, ANN#33191-700616-AV, Full Time Permanent 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. Nov. 4.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ cnreurafswa/about/jobs.html. The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164. The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_NRBO_N9_Per sonnel@eu.navy.mil.
NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN# 14-005, (Multiple Positions) regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) part time & flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to eighteen years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6weeks to 5 years old. Assembles of gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, Teen Center Program for children ranging form 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/Skills Center, Support Site. Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#13-035, flexible Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site. Performs maintenance on
various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good condition and safe for patron use. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#13-128, flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site. Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons. Food Service Worker, NA-740804, ANN#13-126 flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site. Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done.
CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITION CYP Education Technician Leader, CY-1702-II, ANN#14-003 regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, School Age Care. Job Summary: The purpose of the CY Program Leader (CYP) is to provide appropriate development care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants. Open Until Filled CYP Education Technician Leader, CY-1702-II, ANN#14004 regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Teen Center. Job Summary: The purpose of the CY Program Leader (CYP) is to provide appropriate development care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants. Open Until Filled
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https: //www.NavyExchange.jobs.
U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#130002F2 Customer Service Clerk/CS/NF-02/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.50$10.00. Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc. Ann#130001T2 Security Guard/
52/NF-01/Flex. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $9.00-$11.00. Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#1300023Z Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Associates are engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas. Ann#13000240 Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Electronics, Housewares, Domestics, Furniture, and Gifts departments. Ann#1300023U Sales Clerk/CL/ NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Cosmetics, Health & Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop , Pets, and Cough and Cold departments. Ann#13000241 Sales Clerk/SL/ NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. 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#130001L4 Store Worker/ W3/NA-02/Flex – Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs various duties including loading/unloading merchandise and cart retrieval in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location. Ann#130003WN LP/ Safety Investigative Asst (Trainee)/52/NF01/Flex–Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $9.50-$11.00. Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the audit-
ing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. EARTH & VINE WINE SHOP Ann#120002QJ Sales Clerk/ PS/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#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. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. DISTRIBUTION CENTER, GRICIGNANO Ann#130003UO Warehouse Worker/72/NA-05/Flex - Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $12.75. Responsible for one or more functions (receiving, storing, issuing and shipping,etc.) within a warehouse area. May be assisted by several lower grade associates. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#130001NR Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. ROME EMBASSY MINI MART Ann#1300024L Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.