May 14, 2015
Town Hall – Tuesday Night NSA Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Doug Carpenter will host a Town Hall meeting for all personnel and families assigned to the Naples area on Tuesday, May 19. It will be held at the Reel Times 2 Theater on Support Site at 6 p.m. The Town Hall includes a question-and-answer session and all ages are welcome. For anyone unable to attend, questions for the Town Hall can be emailed to the Public Affairs office at pao_naples@eu.navy.mil or messaged to the NSA Naples Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NSANaples. Local National/ Contractor Access ID Card Systems The base access ID card systems are operational at both Support Site and Capodichino Pass & ID Offices. Beginning on Tuesday, May 26, Pass & ID will be make badges by appointment only. The appointments will be 15 minute time slots on non-holiday weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. To schedule an appointment at the Support Site, call DSN 629-4264. To schedule an appointment at Capodichino, call DSN 626-4955. USO Free After-School Snack Attack Every Wednesday USO Naples will be providing free after school snacks at their Support Site office every Wednesday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. until the end of the school year. For more information, call DSN 629-4903 or 081-811-4903. Commissary Shopping Carts Only for Parking Lot and Store Use The Commissary recently removed the euro coin requirement from their shopping carts for convenience and safety purposes. The shopping carts are only for use in the store and parking lot area. Community members are asked to return carts to cart areas at their earliest convenience. Craft Vendor Spaces and Volunteers Needed for Festa Americana Festa Americana will be held at Carney Park July 3- 4. Food vendor spaces are sold out, but private organizations can still sign up on a waitlist. Craft spaces are available and open to local vendors, non-U.S. residents and approved private organizations for only $50. Volunteers are also needed for various event activities. To sign up, call Carney Park at 081-526-1579/3395 or email carneypark@gmail.com. Now- May 18: Summer Day Camp Registration for Enrolled SAC Children (ages 6 to 13) Child and Youth Programs (CYP) will be hosting a Summer Day Camp, which will run weekly from June 15 to Aug. 21 with field trips, swimming, outdoor activities and other fun events. Camp is open to dependent children of active-duty service members, DoD civilian personnel, and Reservists (on active duty, on orders or in training). It is also open to NATO community personnel who have an MWR privilege card for their child.
Children must be 6 to 13 years old. However, 5 year old children can also participate if they have already completed kindergarten. Registration will be taken at the Support Site Youth Center weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on a priority basis. For more information, call DSN 629-4722 or 081-811-4722. May 15th: Naples Elementary School PTA Spring Carnival (Volunteers Needed) The Naples Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is partnering with the Navy Exchange to bring the annual Spring Carnival fundraising event on Friday, May 15. It will be held in the NEX parking lot from 4 to 7 p.m. and will have food, fun activities and games. Entry to the carnival is open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders. Tickets for this event will be 4 tickets for $1.00 or 25 tickets for $5.00. In addition to the game tickets, a meal ticket will be available for $5 and it will provide each ticket holder with two different meal options. Additionally, the PTA is looking for 35- 70 individuals to volunteer their time and talents to make the event successful. They need volunteers to help with collecting tickets and running the games, set up the event and clean up. If you have experience with facepainting, balloon art, or would just like to volunteer your time, sign up via www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0544a4a72ca3fd0-nespta or email nes.pta1@gmail.com. May 15: British Festival Military ID holders and their families are invited to JFC Naples on Friday, May 15 from 2 to 6 p.m. for an afternoon at the heart of all things British. Brit Fete will provide a chance to experience the finest of British culture and tradition. Entry is free and there will be stalls, games, children's entertainment, displays, mini highland games, traditional dancing demonstrations, live music, typical cuisine and all the fun of the fair! Free buses are available from the Support Site at 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. and with return trips from JFC at 5 and 6:15 p.m. See www.britfete.com or visit the Brit Fete Facebook page for more information. May 15-17: CREDO Family Enrichment Retreat The Region’s Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO) team will offer a Family Enrichment Retreat May 15-17 available to children and families ages 8 and up. Participants and their family members will gain skills to help sustain healthy interactions throughout the trails of military life. This weekend has it all for you and your family. It will be held at a hotel in Gaeta. To register, or for more information, call DSN 626-5255 or 081-568-5255. Email CREDO@eu.navy.mil or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CREDO.EU for more information on other upcoming retreats and workshops. May 16: America’s Armed Forces Kids Run In conjunction with the NEX Customer Appreciation Weekend, Child and Youth Programs is hosting its annual America’s Armed Forces Kids Run at the Support Site Central Park. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with the ½ Mile Run beginning at 8 a.m. and the 1 Mile and 2 Mile Runs beginning at 8:20 a.m. The event is open to children 5-13 years old and parents are invited to run alongside their children. All participating children will receive an event T-shirt. For more information, please contact Youth Sports at DSN 629-4729 or 081-811-4729. May 18, 25, June 1, 8: NOR Archery 4-Day Course Join the excitement of shooting the bull's-eye with a 4-day archery course at the Support Site Youth Center Gym from 7 to 8 p.m. The program is open to 10 year olds and above (under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). Cost is $30 per person for the
entire workshop and includes equipment. A FITARCO qualified instructor will be present. For more information, call DSN 629-4947 or 081-811-4947. May 19: Asian American and Pacific Islander Month Event A celebration for Asian American and Pacific Islander Month will be hosted by the Naples Area Multi-Cultural Committee on Tuesday, May 19. The event will be held in the Capodichino base theater from 11 a.m. to noon, followed by a potluck in the theater lobby. This year’s theme is “Many Cultures, One Voice: Promote Equality and Inclusion." For additional information please contact IS2 Andrews-Schiro at DSN 626-3055 or OS3 Nichol at DSN 626-4863. May 19: Free Adult Comedy Show at O’Rhys Come to the Support Site O’Rhys Irish Pub (located in the Strikers Bowling Center) for a 7:30 p.m. show, followed by a meet and greet. Comedians Yoursie Thomas, Jerry Garcia, Justin Rivera and Dean Austin make up “Laugh, It’s An Order!” an AFE show touring the Mediterranean. Show is free and open to adults only. For more information please call DSN 626-4894 or 081-811-4894. May 20: NMCRS Baby Basics Class A monthly class on newborn care and other useful tips for expecting parents is scheduled to be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, May 20. The class is offered by Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Visiting Nurses and is open to U.S. military, civilians and NATO ID cardholders. It will be held at the NMCRS office located in room G-16 of the Admin II building at Capodichino. To register for the class and for more information, call NMCRS at DSN: 626-3913 or 081-568-3913. May 20: NOR Paddling Workshop Join a quick start intro class on Wednesday, May 20, which will illustrate basic paddle skills, equipment and safety procedures to prepare you for NOR kayaking day trips. Fee is $35 per person and includes instruction, equipment and transportation. Workshop is for 12 year olds and up (youth 17 and younger must be accompanied by adult). No previous experience required. Sign up by May 15. Meet at the Support Site NOR Center at 3 p.m. and bring euros for incidentals, snacks and drinks. Call NOR at DSN 629-4947 or 081811-4947. May 20: USO and MWR present Hunter Hayes in Concert at Central Park Hunter Hayes, American country music singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist will be at the Support Site Central Park on Wednesday, May 20. The free concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and is open to all ages. Note: no video or recording is permitted. For more information, please call DSN 626-4894 or 081-811-4894. May 23: NOR Trekking Day Trip Join a group of enthusiastic hikers for the NOR’s trek in Mount Faito. No previous mountaineering experience is required. Participants must be 15 years or older to participate (ages 15-17 must be accompanied by an adult/ legal guardian). $30 per person includes guide and transportation from the Support Site. Wear sturdy hiking boots and bring snacks, lunch, water and euros for incidentals. Sign up by 5 days prior to trip at the NOR Center. For more information, call DSN 629-4947 or 081-811-4947. May 24: Southern Wesleyan University at the Chapel The Religious Ministry team will be hosting a small group of college musicians from Southern Wesleyan University. Just this year, they have performed at the U.S. Naval
Academy Chapel, the Pentagon, Fort Jackson, MCRD Parris Island and now they will be here in Naples, Italy. They will lead our Protestant worship services on Sunday, May 24 at 8 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. at the Support Site Chapel. If you are around for the Memorial Day weekend, consider joining the service and seeing the musicians. May 27: Advanced Placement Workshop for Parents & Students Please join the Naples High School Advanced Placement teachers to discuss next year's course offerings. The workshop will be held in the High School Media Center at 4 p.m. For additional information, please contact Ms. Ballard at elizabeth.ballard@eu.dodea.edu or DSN 629-4061. May 27: May Birthday Party Connect the Tots will be celebrating May birthdays with decorating cookies and chalk art. Join us on May 27th at 10am at the Support Site Rainbow Park for some fun and play time. All materials will be provided. This event is open to all U.S and NATO ID holders. For more information, visit us on Facebook: Connect the Tots Naples, Italy. May 30: NOR Sea Kayaking Day Trip Navigate along the Sorrento Marina della Lobra seashore and paddle a comfortable recreation kayak on Saturday, May 30. Trip cost is $45 person (15 years and older). Previous paddling experience is required. (Note: NOR has a Kayak Paddling Workshop on Wednesday, May 20.) Sign up by May 26 at the NOR Center or call DSN 629-4947 or 081-811-4947. May 30: Parents’ Night Out Parents, take a night off on May 30 (4 p.m. to midnight). The Support Site Child Development Center will be open so parents can enjoy the time with spouses or friends. Cost is $4 per hour. Children accepted are from ages 6 weeks to 6th grade. Register at the Support Site or Capodichino CDC on weekdays from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. by Friday, May 22. For more details, contact DSN 629-4390/4989 or 081-811-4390/4989. Announced Closures/ Limited Services Date Closed All Day / No Service May 15
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- All outpatient clinics, routine clinical support and administrative services at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples (emergency and inpatient services still available) - All post offices - Personal Property Office - Motor Vehicle Registration Offices
Early Closure / Limited Service - Region Legal Service Office closing from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Students released from school at 1 p.m. - All outpatient clinics, routine clinical support and administrative services at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will close at noon (emergency and inpatient services still available)
Scheduled Strikes May 15: Local transportation personnel are scheduled to strike for 24 hours, with different starting times depending on the specific location. May 25: Alitalia pilots are scheduled to strike for 24 hours. Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Schedule *All FFSC classes require registration. Please call DSN 629-6372 or 081-811-6372 to register. May 15: Prenatal Parenting, 9 to 11:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC (3 of 3) May 15: Effective Time-Outs, 11 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC May 15: Employment Opportunities in Naples, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC May 18: Nurturing Touch: Child and Infant Massage, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC May 18-22: Transition GPS Workshop: Pre-Separation, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC May 19: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (2 of 3) May 21: Italian Cooking Class: 10:15 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Leaves from Support Site – meeting point is inside TLA Lobby. Cost is 15 euro to be paid at the restaurant. Requires prior purchase of 2 AC1 tickets. May 21, Sponsorship Training, 8 to 11 a.m., Capo Admin 1 Room G30 May 26, Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (3 of 3) May 28, Couples Communication 101, 5 to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC May 28, Ombudsman Assembly Meeting, 6 to 8 p.m., Support Site FFSC May 28, Smooth Move, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Support Site, FFSC May 28, Stress Reduction & Relaxation Techniques, 2 to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC May 29, Tunnel Borbonico, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (meet at Capo Mc Cafe by the Airport. Entrance Fee 10 Euro). Liberty (E-1 to E-6 single or unaccompanied Sailors) Schedule *DSN 626-4896 or 081-568-4896, Support Site Rec Room open every Wednesday May 14: Board Games, 6-8 p.m. May 15: Pool Tourney, 6-8 p.m. May 16: Movie Night, 5-9 p.m. May 18: Three Point Shoot Out, 6-8 p.m. May 19: Italian Lessons, 6-8 p.m. May 20: Ping Pong Tournament, 6-8 p.m. May 21: Board Games, 6-8 p.m. May 23- 25: Memorial Day Weekend in Acciaroli Cilento Coast Join a relaxing, beach trip with good food and friends. Cost is $100 per person (in double occupancy) and includes round trip bus transportation, 2 nights in a 3-star hotel, and 2 breakfasts. Sign up at www.mwritt.org or visit the Liberty Center at Capo. For more information please call DSN 626-4896 or 081-811-4896. *Join the single service member group for fun activities throughout the month. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at the Capodichino Liberty Center at 2 p.m. Contact the Liberty Center for any information regarding single service member trips and meetings. To be added to the J.F.U.N. email distribution, call DSN 626-4896. USO Schedule Daily Tours
May 15: USO Family Pizza Class May 16: The Sassi “Stones” of Matera May 17: Rome of the Ceasars May 22: Wine & Dine in a Cave May 23: Positano: A Jewel on the Amalfi Coast May 24: Town of Pietralcina & Wine Tasting May 25: The Island of Capri Extended Tours May 23- 25: Memorial Day at the Beach Resort June 20- 21: Father’s Day Weekend in Florence/ Pisa July 26- Aug. 2: Greek Islands of Zakynthos Sept. 5- 8: Labor Day in Santorini Greece Oct. 30- Nov. 3: Halloween in Transylvania *For tour information, call the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903 or visit uso.it. ITT Schedule Day Trips May 15: Pompei in the Afternoon May 16: Wine Tasting in Taurasi with Lunch May 17: Negombo Spa on the Island of Ischia May 18: Vomero Market May 19: Historical Naples - discounted price May 20: Castles of Naples May 21: Mozzarella Factory May 22: Tarantella Show in Sorrento - discounted price May 23: Vatican City May 24: Beautiful Capri and Anacapri with Lunch May 25: Positano by Boat May 26: Pompei Villa dei Misteri - discounted price Extended Trips June 13- 14: Summer Weekend in Rome (Family Trip) Sept. 5- 7: Labor Day Weekend in Verona for Nabucco Opera at the Arena *For more information on day or extended trips with ITT, visit www.naplesmwr.org or call Capo ITT at DSN: 626-4330 or the Support Site ITT at DSN: 629-7901. Teen Center Events *For more details, call DSN 629-4395 or visit www.facebook.com/naplesteenconnection. May 14: Triple Play: Indoor Capture the Flag, 3:30 p.m. May 15: School Early Release, TC Opens at 1:30 p.m. May 15: Club da Vinci: Scene It, 4:30 p.m. May 16: Club al Dente: Sorbet Lemonade Cooler, 4:30 p.m. May 16: America’s Kids Run (1/2 mile, 1 mile, and 2 mile) May 18 to 22: Teen Employment Interviews May 20: Triple Play: Taboo, 3:30 p.m. May 21: Triple Play: Basketball Shoot Out, 3:30 p.m. May 22: Club Renaissance: Collage Making, 4:30 p.m. May 22: Parent/Teen Basketball (Teams of 3), 5 p.m. May 23: Club Fit: Run a Mile or Two, 4:30 p.m. Additional MWR Notes
Carney Park Fairways Bar & Grill and Snack Shack Enjoy your meal on the patio while overlooking Carney Park crater and the Golf Course at the Fairways Bar & Grill, located at the Golf Course. Fairways is open Wed-Fri, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sat & Sun, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. In the park you can also enjoy snacks, beverages and more at The Carney Park Snack Shack on Saturdays only, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Now-Jun. 12: Registration Open for Youth Summer Volleyball Register your 9-14 year old child for this summer’s Volleyball program at the Support Site Youth Center, Mon-Fri, 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Season runs July 11-Aug. 15. To register, a valid proof of age, registration and CYP forms, and a copy of PAYS (Parents Association of Youth Sports) online training certificate (completed at http://www.nays.org/parents/) are required. Cost is $50 per child. Officials and volunteer coaches are also needed for this sport. For more information please contact Youth Sports, DSN 629-4729 or Comm. 081-811-4729. Now- June 12: Registration Open for Youth Summer Ultimate Dodgeball Register your 5-18 year old child for this summer’s Ultimate Dodgeball program at the Support Site Youth Center, Mon-Fri, 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Season runs July 10- Aug. 14. To register, a valid proof of age, registration and CYP forms, and a copy of PAYS (Parents Association of Youth Sports) online training certificate (completed at http://www.nays.org/parents/) are required. Cost is $30 per child. Officials and volunteer coaches are also needed for this sport. For more information, contact Youth Sports at DSN 629-4729 or 081-811-4729. JFC NATO Personnel are Welcome at MWR JFC NATO personnel (with red or blue NATO ID cards) are welcome to MWR programs and services. At the Carney Park Golf Course and the Support Site facilities bowling center, ITT, AWSC, library, Navy Outdoor Recreation, and theater, regular fees apply. At Carney Park, there is a yearly individual or family fee to pay for use of the pool, fitness program, camping/cabins, sports fields, and picnic areas. For more information, contact MWR Admin at DSN 626-4050 or 081-568-4050. Now- May 22: Capri to Naples Swimming Marathon Swim at your own pace and complete this 36-kilometer marathon by May 22 to receive a prize. Swim anytime during Capo pool hours & log your distance in the poolside log book. Free to all authorized MWR patrons. For more information, call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-568-4254. Now- June 12: Registration Open for Youth Summer Ultimate Dodgeball Register your 5-18 year old child for this summer’s Ultimate Dodgeball program at the S. Site Youth Center, Mon-Fri, 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Season runs July 10- Aug. 14. To register, a valid proof of age, registration and CYP forms, and a copy of PAYS (Parents Association of Youth Sports) online training certificate (completed at http://www.nays.org/parents/) are required. Cost is $30 per child. Officials and volunteer coaches are also needed for this sport. For more information, contact Youth Sports at DSN 629-4729 or 081-811-4729.