Panorama, December 9, 2016 by NSA Naples

61st year, No. 46

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Friday, December 9, 2016

The 2016 Holiday Village Tree Lighting By Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel Barker NSA Public Affairs

This year’s holiday season kicked off on Support Site with Navy Community Recreation’s Holiday Village Tree Lighting event the evening of December 2. Artificial snow fell as hundreds of eager onlookers started a countdown to 6 p.m. in anticipation of the tree lighting. When the festive holiday lights came to life, cheers and applause filled the Village Forum Courtyard as the holiday season was officially started. The event was free and open to all U.S. and NATO ID card holders, as well as local national employees with access cards and their immediate family members. “This year’s event was really special for the children,” Petty Officer 1st Class Nelida Mack said. “They especially enjoyed the laser countdown and snow machine, it was just a very festive atmosphere for everyone.” There were many activities including a 3K Ugly Sweater Run, a Holiday Market, a Holiday Greeting Card Contest, performances from the Naples Middle High School, Naples Elementary School and the Chapel Catholic Children’s Choir. Armed Forces Network Naples broadcasted from location, the Navy Rock Band provided live holiday music, there were food vendors, and of course a special visit by Santa Claus was one of the highlights of the evening.

Naples is now aglow with holiday illuminations welcoming locals and visitors alike to its alleys, streets and squares, and especially to Rotonda Diaz as host to Naples’ massive Christmas tree also known as N’Albero. As tradition goes, the explosion of Nativity tableaux in the quaint Naples historic center has been, for ages, the major attraction to the city this time of year. Also bringing Christ-

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Speaking of aromas, check out the mid-December culinary fest focused on Neapolitan cuisine to share with your holiday guests. And finally, for a truly memorable treat in our super musical season, experience the scheduled romantic opera or the magical, holiday-themed ballet in town.

“Presepio” art before heading towards Piazza Plebiscito to enjoy the brilliance of the San Francesco di Paola Colonnade. Additionally, the Chiaia and Vomero shopping areas undoubtedly draw more shoppers this season for their lavishly illuminated streets.

Festive Illuminations Naples Be mesmerized at the exhibition of bright lights and colors at the Naples historic center renowned for the 18th century

Sorrento Fascinating holiday lights further enliven this jewel city with great shopping, dining and relaxing activities. CHRISTMAS MAGIC

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CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 NAVY HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 JOBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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By Ash Carter Secretary of Defense

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Christmas Magic in and Around Naples mas cheer in the air have been holiday markets with rustic stalls filled with local arts and crafts. Remarkably this year, Christmas villages, fairs and markets have mushroomed in many districts of the city with some being held with Northern European/Tyrolean style chalets as venues. As expected, they are packed with enticing Yuletide symbols, handicrafts, toys, dolls, sweet treats and aromas inevitably kindling the holiday spirit and shopping fever.

Combat Integration: The First Year of Firsts One year ago, I announced that the Department of Defense would be opening all combat positions to women. As I have said repeatedly over my time as Secretary, our military is strongest when we draw from a pool of all eligible women and men who possess the skills and talents necessary to meet our standards. The defense of our nation depends upon all of our people, especially the men and women who have performed so valiantly in combat over the last 15 years. The discipline and commitment that have marked our military Services’ leadership of this change has been the keystone of our success. I’m pleased to announce that each of the military Services and U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) are on track with implementation efforts and seeing positive results and lessons that will make our force stronger. In this first year of implementation we have witnessed many “firsts” making the policy change a reality. The Army has seen the fruits of thoughtful implementation as our first 10 women graduated from the Army’s elite Ranger school. We’ve seen the Army’s first female enlisted infantry soldiers, and this week 13 women graduated from Army’s first integrated Armor Basic Officer Course. Navy selected the first 38 enlisted female sailors to serve aboard a submarine, USS Michigan, in June 2015.

Left: Snow and lights fill the air as hundreds of onlookers participate in the Holiday Village Tree Lighting event in the Village Forum Courtyard on Naval Support Activity Naples Support Site December 2. Photo by PO1 Daniel Barker

By Lou Freed

Secretary of Defense Ash Carter

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PANOrAMA December 9, 2016

CAPTAIN’S CORNER By Capt. Doug Carpenter NSA Naples Commanding Officer

This week we remember the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor that took place on Dec. 7 1941, a Sunday that will “live in infamy.” The naval base at Pearl Harbor was recognized by both the Japanese and the United States Navies as a strategic target. However, its distance from Japan, shallow harbor, defensive capability, and poor intelligence convinced senior U.S. officers that an attack on Pearl Harbor was unlikely. Unfortunately, as we now know from history, Vice Admiral Chuichi Nagumo took his ships to sea on 26 November 1941, with orders to abort the mission if he was discovered, or should diplomacy work an unanticipated miracle. Before dawn on the 7th of December, undiscovered and with diplomatic prospects firmly at an end, the Pearl Harbor Striking Force was less than three-hundred miles north of Pearl Harbor. The attack on Pearl Harbor has been recounted numerous times across a wide range of mediums, and stands as one of the largest surprise attacks launched on U.S. forces. It directly led to our formal declaration of war on the following day and shall be forever memorialized. Over the Dec. 3 weekend we celebrated the beginning of the holiday season with our annual holiday Tree Lighting. The event featured great music, food and an impressive light show including lasers and “snow”. Don’t worry if you missed out on the celebration - there are lots of ways to celebrate around Naples, around Italy, or around Europe. If you have not booked your trip yet, and want get away, MWR and USO have a bunch of opportunities available. In Naples there are holiday lights, holiday performances such as the Nutcracker Ballet at Teatro San Carlo, and markets that will be open throughout the season. A short drive away the city of Salerno has already put up its famous holiday lights and market, a great option for a short trip with the family. Of course the most important thing around this time of year is holiday safety. The significant increase in festivities, and travel, when combined with poor weather make situational awareness and safety a top priority. Our mission is important, and we can’t carry it out without you in top condition. So please be safe and have a great weekend. Happy Holidays!

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BASE NOTES Dec. 23, 26 and 30: Capo Back Gate Closure C-16, the back gate on Capodichino will be closed December 23, 26 and 30. For details call NSA Naples Physical Security at DSN 626-5019 or 626-2259. Request for Information On October 27, during the MWR-sponsored Army/Navy flag football game at Carney Park, a physical altercation occurred. An investigation by NCIS is currently being conducted. NCIS Special Agents are searching for photos or video of the incident to put together an accurate timeline of the events. If you have any details, photos or video which will help NCIS with their investigation, you can provide that information anonymously by using the NCIS Tip Tools, sending your information by text or the web at http://www.ncis.navy.mil/ ContactUs/Pages/ReportaCrime.aspx, or you can contact Special Agent Leslie Smith directly at DSN 629-7463.

Youth Programs (CYP) and Missoula Children’s Theatre production of The Jungle Book December 28 and 29 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), and December 30 (3 to 8 p.m.) at the Naples High School. For details call the Youth Center at DSN 629-4722 or Comm. 081-811-4722 or email nate.halubka@eu.navy.mil Availability of Navy Tuition Assistance Funds Navy tuition assistance funds have been released. If you want to utilize Navy tuition assistance visit http://www.navycollege.navy.mil/ or the Navy College Program office at Capodichino, Admin 2, Bldg. 442A Room 36.1 or call Lawrence Daley at DSN 626-6683 or email lawrence.daley@eu.navy.mil

‘Left Behind’ Bike Roundup NSA Naples is conducting a “left behind” bike roundup at the Support Site housing areas (bike racks, basements, building common areas). Residents are requested to tag their bikes. The tag must indicate your building and apartment numCombined Federal Campaign-Overseas ber, and must be visible from a distance. All unExtended to December 15 tagged bikes will be removed, refurbished and CFC-O, the annual workplace giving campaign donated to a charitable organization within the deadline has been extended to December 15. The campaign provides uniformed and civilian Depart- local community. A flyer indicating the pickup date ment of Defense (DOD) personnel serving overseas for each area will be posted on the building lobby the opportunity to extend their service by support- door two weeks prior to the scheduled date. Buildings Pickup Date ing charitable causes of their choice. For details 2150-2155 December 9 contact your unit coordinator or email CFC ComDecember 16 munity/Area Project Officers Chief Brighthaupt at 2156-2162 gojah.brighthaupt@eu.navy.mil or PO1 Cox at NPASE Hours Changing justin.cox@eu.navy.mil The Navy public affairs support element (NPASE) VITA Volunteer IRS Training at Capodichino Photo Studio, located at Capodichino in Admin 1, Volunteers are needed for the 2017 IRS Self Serv- Room 208, will be reducing its hours of operations starting October. The new hours of operation are: ice Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) proTuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The first and third gram. Volunteers will receive free IRS training and a certificate upon completion. VITA center will Tuesday of each month will be for portraits and the second and fourth Tuesday will be for official be open during the tax season (overseas through June 15). There will be volunteer opportunities at full length photos. Passport photos are for official passports only and will be every Tuesday on a both Capodichino and Support Site. For details call Daniela Floco at DSN 626-4576 or Comm. 081- walk-in basis, please bring your signed DD 1056 form or you will be turned away. For details or to 568-4576 or e-mail make an appointment call DSN 626-5114 or daniela.flococaro.it@eu.navy.mil Comm. 081-568-5114. Studio hours and dates are subject to change without notice due to operational Multi-Cultural Heritage Committee is commitments. Accepting New Members If you or your Sailors have any unique talents, would like to participate or bring new ideas to the MVRO Naples USAA Message USAA has a new toll free number: 800-97-1707 MCHC email PO1 Sherrie Dumas at sherrie.dumas@eu.navy.mil. The weekly meetings that can now be dialed from cell phones in Italy. It is most convenient when vehicle related issues are usually held every Monday at 2 p.m. in the happen on the road. For details call MVRO at DSN Chapel Fellowship Hall on board Capodichino. 629-6885 or Comm. 081-811-688. CYP Seeking Volunteer Pianist A volunteer pianist is needed for the Child and See BASE NOTES Page 13

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PANOrAMA December 9, 2016

Eisenhower Enters 6th Fleet

THE INSIDE PAGE Volunteers Needed USO Naples is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to join their committee to make a difference in the community through special events and outreach. If interested, email USO Naples and Rome Director, Sabrina Pullido at spullido@uso.org. The Transatlantic Council Of The Boy Scouts Of America is looking for Eagle Scouts in the Naples community to update the National Eagle Scout Association database. All Eagle Scouts, both active and not active in scouting are asked to send an email with their last name, first name, email address, hometown/community, and council/district name where they earned their Eagle rank, to jeffarter@hotmail.com. “Once an Eagle, always an Eagle.”

The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) transits through the Suez Canal December 4, 2016, and entered the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of European allies and regional and coalition partners as part of a routine deployment. Photo by Seaman Casey S. Trietsch From USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Public Affairs

comed regional partners aboard the aircraft carrier for a day at sea. These embarks highThe Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike lighted the close relationship and mutual interGroup (Ike CSG) entered the U.S. 6th Fleet ests the U.S. Navy has with its regional area of operations in support of European alpartners to protect freedom of navigation and lies and regional and coalition partners as part regional stability in a dynamic environment. of a routine deployment, December 4. The strike group previously conducted combat Aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower operations from the Eastern Mediterranean (CVN 69) transited the Suez Canal, accompaSea from June 28 to July 7. Ike’s ability to supnied by guided-missile destroyer USS Rooport OIR from the Mediterranean and the Arasevelt (DDG 80) and guided-missile cruiser bian Gulf demonstrates the flexibility and USS San Jacinto (CG 56), after five months of capability of U.S. naval forces. providing air support operations in the fight “The performance of the Ike CSG to date has against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levbeen impressive,” Malloy explained. “This ant (ISIL) and conducting maritime security team is combat proven and dedicated to the operations and theater security cooperation ef- mission; they understand the importance of forts in the Arabian Gulf. working with our coalition partners from the In support of OIR, the strike group joined region and around the globe, and feel a sense coalition partners to conduct air strikes in Iraq urgency to defeat ISIL and protect innocent and Syria. Since June 28, Ike with embarked lives.” Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 completed 1,685 The Ike CSG brings multi-mission capable combat sorties and expended 1,581 ordnance platforms to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operafrom both the Arabian Gulf and Eastern tions with strike; ballistic missile defense; and Mediterranean Sea. intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance “The presence of the Ike CSG in the Mediter- capabilities to support U.S. allies, as well as reranean demonstrates the capability of the U.S. gional and coalition partners. Navy to conduct precision strikes on ISIL tarThe Ike CSG consists of Ike, the squadrons of gets in support of Operation Inherent Resolve Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3, Destroyer Squadron from multiple theaters,” Rear Adm. James (DESRON) 26 staff, San Jacinto and USS MonMalloy, commander, CSG 10, said. “It highterey (CG 61), and Roosevelt, USS Mason lights the mobility, flexibility, and power pro(DDG 87), and USS Nitze (DDG 94). CVW 3 injection capability of the Navy’s cludes Strike Fighter Squadrons (VFA) 32 globally-deployed force. And with a mobile and “Swordsmen,” VFA 86 “Sidewinders,” VFA 105 sustainable warship like this aircraft carrier “Gunslingers,” and VFA 131 “Wildcats;” Tactiand with our strike group cruisers and destroy- cal Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 130 ers, we can operate where and when we choose “Zappers;” Carrier Airborne Early Warning and take the fight to the enemy, whether it is Squadron (VAW) 123 “Screwtops;” Fleet Logisin the Arabian Gulf or Mediterranean Sea.” tics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 “Rawhides;” While in the Arabian Gulf, Sailors aboard Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) “the Mighty Ike” partook in three port visits to 74 “Swamp Foxes;” and Helicopter Sea Combat the partner nations of Bahrain and United Squadron (HSC) 7 “Dusty Dogs.” Arab Emirates. This was a first for many of the Ike, embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3, and 5,200 Sailors to experience to explore these Ike CSG are deployed in support of Operation Arab nations, and to learn firsthand about Inherent Resolve, maritime security operaMiddle Eastern culture and history. To further tions, and theater security cooperation efforts the experience, the “Ike-Battle Axe Team” wel- in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.

Naples American Red Cross (ARC) needs volunteers. For details or to register for a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 or visit American Red Cross Naples on Facebook. Naples Military HOG Chapter Seeking New Members Naples Military HOG Chapter (NMC) is looking for members to join a great bunch of folks whose interest is to have fun, enjoy Italy on the back of a motorcycle. We have monthly meetings, weekend rides throughout the hillsides of Italy, overnight stays at beach resorts or remote towns, and enjoy Italy with other Italian HOG Chapters. We do NMC Chapter rides which are only open to HOG members, and rides with other bikers, not just HOGs. For details contact Wally Laysa at roadglidecruzer@ gmail.com or 081-568-1935 or 342-517-5350; or Doug Lyyski at dlyyski@gmail.com or 081-568-2905 or visit the NEX Military Car Sales Associate at the Support Site Food Court. 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. For details call Diane Vanderpool at DSN 629-4600. 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 details email awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com. The American Soccer Club (ASC) of Napoli is looking for qualified coaches. For details email doc@ascnapoli.com.

Ongoing / On the Horizon NMCRS Uniform Locker The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Uniform Locker has FREE new and gently used uniforms and uniform items for all active-duty service members. The Uniform Locker is located on board Capodichino on the ground floor of Admin II, Room G016 (down the hall from the Navy College), and is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For details call DSN 626-3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913. Naples Middle High School Marching Band Parents of Naples Middle High School Students: Looking for a fun and educational after school activity for your kids? Good news! There is still time to join the NMHS Marching Band! Interested? Check us out Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. in the Band Room. For details, email louis.hewett@eu.dodea.edu

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PANOrAMA December 9, 2016

NAVY HISTORY: FIRST SHIP-BASED RADAR INSTALLED

The XAF radar installed and operating on the battleship USS New York (BB 34), circa 19381939. The XAF radar is now on display at the National Electronics Museum in Linthicum, Maryland. U.S. Naval Research Laboratory photo From the Navy Research Laboratory

On December 9, 1938, a prototype shipboard radar, XAF, designed and built by the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), was installed on the battleship USS New York (BB 34). The term “RADAR” was coined in 1940 by the NRL as an acronym for RAdio Detection And Ranging. Under the greatest secrecy, installation on other Navy vessels began in 1940. The new radar proved its worth in detecting the enemy ships and aircraft throughout World War II. NRL’s XAF radar, fondly known as the “flying bedspring,” due to its squareish shape, was the prototype that showed the Navy what this new radio

detecting and ranging system was capable of doing. The XAF radar was installed aboard USS New York (BB 34) in preparation for fleet exercises in the Caribbean in early 1939. During the at-sea exercises, the 200 MHz XAF system successfully spotted aircraft at distances up to 48 miles and ships at 10 miles, and could even follow 14-inch shells in flight. It also detected and pinpointed destroyers making nighttime simulated torpedo attacks. NRL physicist Robert M. Page, one of the developers of the XAF system and inventor of many other radar technologies, was aboard New York and later descri-

bed the reaction after the mock attacks. “These performances were at night, with no possibility of seeing the destroyers. Their lights were out,” Page said. “That really impressed the officers. From then on they were sold on the stuff and they would give us anything we wanted.” Commander, Atlantic Squadron Adm. A.W. Johnson was greatly impressed with the new technology and urged the Navy to use and develop RADAR. “The equipment is one of the most important military developments since the advent of radio itself,” Johnson said. “Its value as a defensive instrument of war and as an instrument for avoidance of collisions at sea justifies the Navy’s unlimited development of the equipment.”XAF’s capabilities resulted in the recommendation for immediate procurement of “10 to 20 of the devices in their present form” for installation on Fleet vessels. The NRL system went rapidly to production by RCA as the CXAM and CXAM-1 models, and by the time the United States entered World War II, these radar units were installed on 20 Navy vessels, mainly heavy cruisers, carriers and battleships. Radar surged in importance, and NRL, which had a wide-ranging program of radio research, developed prototypes of air and submarine radars that were also used during the war. Today, NRL continues to be a leading center for research and development of radar systems.

SPOTLIGHT: CAITLIN KELLEHER Caitlin Kelleher grew up in the small town of Severna Park, Maryland, just a few minutes north of Annapolis, Maryland, the home of the U.S. Naval Academy. At 16, Kelleher began volunteering with non-profit humanitarian organizations. After graduating from high school in 2007, she earned a bachelor’s degree in health sciences at James Madison University in Virginia in 2011. She married her husband in 2014, who is on active duty in the U.S. Navy. Shortly after Kelleher arrived at Naval Support Activity Naples in June 2015 she discovered many opportunities to volunteer with the Naples American Red Cross (ARC). Her selfless charismatic attitude was recognized instantaneously, and she became the new Naples Red Cross Community Volunteer Leader. Kelleher is also a substitute teacher at Naples Elementary School. When Kelleher started at the Naples Red Cross in 2015 there were only three active volunteers, but thanks to her tireless efforts, there are now 62 new volunteers on the ARC team. In Kelleher’s free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and traveling. So far her favorite travel destination has been the Highlands of Scotland, because of the beauty it possesses. Kelleher enjoys living in Naples and will miss Neapolitan pizza, wine and coffee when it is time for her to go. If Kelleher could offer any advice to individuals contemplating volunteering, it is the overwhelming amount of positive feelings and experiences through the friendships she has made with other volunteers at Naples Red Cross. Caitlin believes Red Cross is about the people and how they become family. One of her favorite quotes is from station manager Ken Romero: “If there are more than two Red Cross members together there’s usually food involved.” It is these personal relationships that have helped her cope with the challenges she, and many people have faced living overseas. Being able to give back to the community while building professional development skills has been an unbelievable and enriching experience for Kelleher, and lessons she has gladly passed along to others.

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5 FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER EVENTS THIS WEEK December 9, 2016

JFC Naples Conducts Expert Staff Meeting in Qatar

● Dec 9: Nutrition During Pregnancy, 9 to 10 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec 12: USA Jobs 101, 10 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. ● Dec 12-16: Command Financial Specialist Course, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec 13: Espresso Coffee, 11 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. ● Dec 14: Labor and Delivery: What to Expect. 9 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec 14: Make Italian Dessert, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., (Meet at TLA lobby) Carpool, 6 Euro. ● Dec 16: The Happiest Baby, 11 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. ● Dec 21: Christmas Alley, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meet at Capo, McCafe). ● Dec 21: Sponsorship Training, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC.

From JFC Naples J9

A NATO delegation led by Allied Joint Force Command Naples ACOS J9 conducted its first-ever Expert Staff Meeting, or ESM, with the Qatar Armed Forces in Doha, Qatar on November 22, 2016. The aim of the Expert Staff Meeting was to showcase the various partnership opportunities available, discuss past and present military cooperation activities and to prepare future ones in accordance with Qatar Armed Forces requests and ambition. All military cooperation events evolve from an Individual Partnership Cooperation Program that exists between NATO and the State of Qatar. Brigadier General Kloss, JFC Naples ACOS J9, led the NATO delegation that met with the Director of Military Training, G.H.Q. Military Training Directorate, Brigadier General Khalifa Alnaimi. Military Partnership Representatives from JFC Naples and LANDCOM provided multiple presentations on NATO military structures, its military cooperation programs,

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A NATO delegation led by Allied Joint Force Command Naples ACOS J9 conducted its first-ever Expert Staff Meeting, or ESM, with the Qatar Armed Forces in Doha, Qatar on 22 November 2016. Photo courtesy of JFC Naples J9

too include various activities and exercises available to Qatar over the next two years. Insightful discussions were had by both parties as this was the first ESM conducted by NATO with Qatar. Not only did the NATO team come away with a better understanding of what types of

training Qatar desired, but Qatar leadership was provided an in-depth look at what training was available. Brigadier General Alnaimi closed the meeting by saying how important it was to have a close relationship with NATO and he was looking forward to conducting ESMs on an annual basis.

Spreading Cheer: Creating an Oversized 2016 Happy Holiday Card Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel Barker and Chief Petty Officer Scott Reed paint an 8x4-foot holiday greeting card for the Multi-Cultural Heritage Committee as part of an MWR sponsored event. Cards will be displayed at the Support Site from now through January 6, 2017. Photo by PO1 Sherrie Dumas

ENERGY CONSERVATION Energy Vampires on the Loose in the House From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

There’s a vampire on the loose. Whether you’re at work or on leave or even when you are at home and not using certain devices they are still drawing power, still affecting the environment, and you are still getting charged for them on your monthly electric bill. Lucky for you, stopping this occurrence is as simple as pulling a few plugs. The term “Vampire Power,” also known as Phantom Load, refers to the electricity many gadgets and appliances waste just by being plugged in (even if they’re switched off). There are many electronics that use power while they are not on and are plugged in. After all, what do you think your cell-phone charger does all day while it’s plugged into the wall? If it’s warm when you get home from work, then it’s been using electricity – even if it had nothing to charge. You might think that there is such a small amount of power that nobody would ever miss it right? Well think again because almost 25 percent of electricity used by home electronics occurs while the products are turned off. In the United States alone, vampire power costs consumers more than $3 billion a year. So remember this holiday season when traveling to unplug anything you are not using. Here are a few of the top Phantom Load consumers in the average household: Cell phone chargers, game consoles, TV’s and computer monitors speakers, DVD players, laptops and computers, printers and fax machines, cable boxes and digital video recorders.

PANOrAMA December 9, 2016

SOUND OFF: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY TRADITION?

PO2 Rudis Aragonll “Making a gingerbread house with my daughter and decorating it.”

PO2 Terry Schoenherr “Having a nice big dinner with the family.”

PO3 Alicia Bourget “Attending mass with my family, special observances.”

PO2 Sagarra Dunlop “Setting up a Christmas tree, playing music, marshmallows, wearing fuzzy socks, everything.”

PO3 Elizabeth Duran “Opening presents in the morning with my family and then later sitting at the table eating dinner with them.”

CNREURAFSWA Establishes Facility in Redzikowo, Poland From Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia Public Affairs

Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (EURAFSWA) officially established Naval Support Facility (NSF) Redzikowo, November 30, during a base establishment and change of command ceremony in Poland. During the same ceremony, the Polish Force Protection Battalion received their battle flag, officially establishing the host-nation unit which will cooperatively provide security to the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System (AAMDS) Poland. “The establishment of Naval Support Facility Redzikowo marks the next critical step in this U.S. presidentially-mandated commitment to adapt our capabilities to the threat environment, and reassure our allies and partners that the United States stands ready to fulfill its responsibilities for mutual defense,” Rear Adm. Rick Williamson, commander, Navy Region EURAFSWA, said. The ceremony marked the commencement of operations at the installation; however, administratively, NSF Redzikowo became a command Oct. 1. Since that time, Capt. Christopher Landis has commanded

the unit and oversaw construction of the facilities, manning requirements, and bilateral cooperation with the Polish Security Forces and the local community. He was the Navy Installations Command lead officer for the facility for approximately 16 months prior to taking command. “This is a great day for me, as I am very proud of what my team and I have accomplished,” Landis said during his speech at the ceremony. “To our Polish hosts, thank you for truly making us part of your family here in Redzikowo and the Gmina Slupsk. We are honored to live among you and cherish the friendships and relationships we have built during our short time here.” Landis also thanked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency for their assistance and cooperation in welcoming him, and for their coordination in the establishment of the installation. He also thanked his family for their continued support during his time overseeing the initial phases of the base establishment. Landis turned over his duties as commanding officer to

Capt. Ricky Gilbert. Gilbert is a career limited duty security officer and NSF Redzikowo will be his first command. In fact, Gilbert is the first security limited duty officer to command an installation. “It is a great privilege and honor to relieve Captain Chris Landis,” Gilbert said. “Over the last year he has demonstrated exceptional skill and judgement and has given me a solid foundation.” He added he looks forward to working with his Polish counterparts and the entire community. Following the change of command ceremony, the Polish Force Protection Battalion received their official guidon, which is the official symbol of the unit. Col. Witold Bartoszek, commander, Polish Force Protection Battalion of Redzikowo, stated this historic ceremony of the combined establishment symbolizes the great cooperation which exists between the United States and Poland. NSF Redizkowo will provide key support to the AAMDS, including the lines of operations such as security, safety, housing, and what is called the core that keep the installations run-

ning, such as utilities. The installation and its facilities remain under construction, as does the AAMDS Poland. As a persistent shore presence for the U.S. Navy in Europe, NSF Redzikowo will cooperate with the host nation and Polish forces to strengthen relationships in order to increase peace and security throughout the region. Once complete, the AAMDS Poland will host the upgraded SM-3 Block IIA missiles. The delivery of this improved weapons system, and the increased ballistic missile defense (BMD) infrastructure under EPAA, will improve the defensive coverage against medium- and intermediate-range threats from outside the Euro-Atlantic area. The European Phased Adaptive Approach is the United States' multiphase effort to field capabilities offered as the U.S. voluntary contribution to the NATO BMD mission to counter threats from outside the Euro-Atlantic area. This multi-year, multi-phase effort includes Aegis BMD-capable ships based in Rota, Spain; AAMD sites in Redzikowo, Poland, and Deveselu, Romania; a forward-deployed radar in Turkey, and a command and control network located at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

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ASH CARTER from page 1 Subsequently, the first enlisted woman earned her submariner qualification and “dolphin” pin. The Marine Corps has also seen positive results as the first enlisted female rifleman and machine gunner made lateral move requests to infantry jobs in May 2016. Additionally, the Marine Corps’ first female field artillery officers are assigned to operating forces after completion of the Field Artillery Basic Officers Leader Course. Interest in the Air Force’s battlefield airmen career fields has increased, with 18 women attempting initial training. I am proud to say that the first woman has entered training to become a tactical air control party airman. The military Services are making positive progress by continuing to apply transparent and objective standards to all career fields, ensuring that leaders assign tasks, jobs, and career fields throughout the force based on ability, not gender. We are continuing to use standards informed by today’s realworld operational requirements and experiences gained over the last decade and a half of war in Iraq and Afghanistan. As a result, our military will be even better at finding and training not only the most qualified women, but also the most qualified men, for all military specialties. While we’ve found that the standards are challenging for both men and women, I believe that this will make our force all the more ready to defeat new

Lt. j.g. Jennifer Noonan, assigned to the Blue crew of the ballistic missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741), receives her submarine warfare officer device from former shipmate Lt. Jason Brethauer during a December 5, 2012, ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor. Noonan is one of three Sailors to become the first female unrestricted line officers to qualify in submarines. Photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Ahron Arendes

and emerging threats. Now, the fact that we’re holding everyone to the same high standards may mean that in some cases, equal opportunity may not always equate to equal participation. Army and Marine Corps have assigned female leaders (officers and/or NCOs) to serve both as role models and guides for junior enlisted women and, as appropriate, advocates for the female perspective. We do this by assigning these female leaders to newly opened training opportunities in our schools and to units prior to assigning junior enlisted women to those same organizations. This helps ensure adequate female representation in key positions. The Army has accessed or transferred 75 female leaders into combat positions. All of the military Services have focused on educating

the force as a critical component of long-term success, including training to emphasize dignity and respect, instructor training on identifying and countering unconscious bias, and training in the prevention of sexual assault/harassment, hazing, and other adverse behaviors. Over this last year we’ve seen women service members volunteer, train, and begin serving in ground combat roles with increased recruitment efforts by the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps. We have watched as our policy decisions were translated into real, meaningful action, breaking down previous barriers to military service are removed and offering new opportunities by encouraging both women and men to expand their horizons by seeking out and training for elite, challenging, and rewarding combat career fields. As we take steps toward continued excellence, I encourage each of you to share these unique opportunities with women and men alike. Let’s inspire and enable future generations to ensure that the fighting force of the future remains the finest the world has ever known.

Naples Overseas Support Club Thrift Store Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC) is a nonprofit command-recognized charitable and social organization with offers the community an abundance of charitable programs funded primarily by the NOSC Thrift Store. Last year NOSC donated $80,000 to the local community. You can find great deals or drop off donations at the NOSC Thrift Store, located at the back of Bldg. 2088 (adjacent to the veterinarian's office, just behind the fire station and across from the bowling alley) on Support Site. NOSC Thrift Store hours are: Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7 p.m.; Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Once a month (usually on the first weekend) the NOSC Thrift Store is open Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Watch for details in the Panorama’s Base Notes section. NOSC is always looking for volunteers to help at the NOSC Thrift Store. For more information email volunteermgr@gmail.com or tstoremanager1@gmail.com or visit noscitaly.com or find NOSC on their Facebook page. The Naples Middle High School Music Boosters Is your Naples Middle High School student in Band, Choir, Orchestra, or Flag Team? If so, then he / she benefits from NMHS Music Boosters. We are a growing organization that ensures all Naples Middle High School music programs continue performing at the highest levels. Help support Music Boosters with your yearly family membership of $25 (other membership levels also available). Volunteers are continuously needed to assist with several projects. For details email musicboostersnaples@gmail.com or visit NMHS Music Boosters on Facebook. The Naples Middle High School PTSA is looking for volunteers to help provide information, resources and events that strengthen the connections between students, parents, the school and the community. A yearly membership is $10 and joining is a great way to get involved, meet the teachers, other parents and your child’s friends. For details email NaplesPTSAteam@ gmail.com or Naples Middle High School PTSA on Facebook. Boy Scout Troop 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center. For details email scoutmastertroop007@gmail.com or visit: https://www.facebook. com/BSATroop007; https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop007Naples or https://www. troopwebhost.org/FormHTML.aspx?site=Troop007Naples. Girl Scouts Overseas Naples is excited to support young leaders in action. We are much more than cookies; we show girls how to contribute positively in this world. From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning. For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/ usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts - Naples, Italy on Facebook. Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), Naples Chapter meets every second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. in the NSA Naples Chiefs Mess, near the quarterdeck in Admin I. CSADD’s mission is to create a culture in which our shipmates are helping shipmates maintain a course of success through good decision-making. For details call MC1 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249. The Naples Toastmasters Club provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests welcome. For details visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or Toastmasters Naples Italy on Facebook. Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association is composed of members from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visit us and bring a friend. For details call YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733. Alcoholics Anonymous hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For details call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/ countries/italy.htm. NATO Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club lead by professional English coach Jamie Ball. Practices are held at Carney Park every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The club is open to training and developing all interested players. For details call Corey Keating at 340-695-7971 or email CoreyJohnKeating@Gmail.com or visit the NATO Lions RFC (Naples, Italy) facebook page. Harry S. Truman Lodge No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704-9607 or email gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

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MOVIE SCHEDULE No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies

Friday, December 9 5:15 p.m. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, PG-13 6:45 p.m. Trolls, PG 7:45 p.m. Arrival, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Bad Santa 2, R 10:30 p.m. Office Christmas Party, R Saturday, December 10 3 p.m. Doctor Strange, PG-13 4:45 p.m. Moana, PG, 3-D 6 p.m. Elf, Free Admission 7 p.m. Keeping Up With the Joneses, PG-13 7:45 p.m. Inferno, PG-13 9:45 p.m. Almost Christmas, PG-13 10 p.m. Office Christmas Party, R Sunday, December 11 3 p.m. Trolls, PG 5 p.m. Doctor Strange, PG-13 5:15 p.m. Keeping Up With the Joneses, PG-13 7:15 p.m. Bad Santa 2, R 8 p.m. Office Christmas Party, R Monday, December 12 7 p.m. Operation: Punchline – Adult Comedy Show, Free Admission Tuesday, December 13 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, December 14 Star Wars – Free Admission 3 p.m. Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, PG 5:30 p.m. Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones, PG 8 p.m. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, PG-13 4:30 p.m. Inferno, PG-13 7 p.m. Tyler Perry’s Boo! A Madea Halloween, PG-13 Thursday, December 15 Star Wars – Free Admission 3 p.m. Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, PG-13 5:30 p.m. Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back, PG-13 8 p.m. Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, PG-13 4:30 p.m. Keeping Up With the Joneses, PG-13 7 p.m. Jack Reacher: Never Go Back

Almost Christmas PG-13, Comedy, 112 min. Cast: Kimberly Elise, Omar Epps, Danny Glover, Romany Malco, Mo’Nique. A beloved patriarch asks his family for one gift this holiday season: to get along. If they can honor that wish and spend five days under the same roof without killing one another, it will be a Christmas miracle. Arrival PG-13, Drama-Mystery-Sci-Fi, 111 min. Cast: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, Michael Stuhlbarg. When mysterious spacecrafts touch down across the globe, an elite team lead by expert linguist Louise Banks – is brought together to investigate. As mankind teeters on the verge of global war, Banks and the team race against time for answers – and to find them, she will take a chance that could threaten her life, and quite possibly humanity. Bad Santa 2 R, Comedy, 87 min. Cast: Billy Bob Thornton, Christina Hendricks, Kathy Bates, Brett Kelly, Tony Cox. Fueled by cheap whiskey, greed and hatred, Willie teams up once again with his angry little sidekick, Marcus, to knock off a Chicago charity on Christmas Eve. Along for the ride is ‘the kid’ – chubby and cheery Thurman Merman, a 250-pound ray of sunshine who brings out Willie’s sliver of humanity. Doctor Strange PG-13, Sci-Fi-Action-Adventure, 130 min. Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Mads Mikkelsen. After his career is destroyed, a brilliant but arrogant surgeon gets a new lease on life when a sorcerer takes him under his wing and trains him to defend the world against evil. Elf First 100 comers will receive Free Pop Corn and Soda PG, Comedy-Family, 97 mins. Cast: Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Zooey Deschanel. After inadvertently wreaking havoc on the elf community due to his ungainly size, a man raised as an elf at the North Pole is sent to his home in New York in search of his father and his true identity. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them PG-13, Action-Adventure, 132 min. Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Alison Sudol, Dan Fogler, Ezra Miller. The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before Harry Potter reads his book in school. Inferno PG-13, Action-Adventure, 120 min. Cast: Tom Hanks, Felicity Jones, Irrfan Khan, Omar Sy, Sidse Babett Knudsen. In the heart of Italy, Harvard professor of symbology Robert Langdon is drawn into a harrowing world centered on one of history’s most enduring and mysterious literary masterpieces: Dante’s Inferno. When he wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he teams up with Sienna Brooks, a doctor he hopes will help him

recover his memories. Against this backdrop, Langdon battles a chilling adversary and grapples with an ingenious riddle that pulls him into a landscape of classic art, secret passageways and futuristic science. Jack Reacher: Never Go Back Last Showing PG-13, Drama-Action-Adventure, 118 min. Cast: Tom Cruise, Cobie Smulders, Aldis Hodge, Danika Yarosh, Patrick Heusinger. Jack Reacher must uncover the truth behind a major government conspiracy to clear his name. On the run as a fugitive from the law, Reacher uncovers a potential secret from his past that could change his life forever Keeping Up With the Joneses PG-13, Comedy, 101 min. Cast: Zach Galifianakis, Jon Hamm, Isla Fisher, Gal Gadot. An ordinary suburban couple finds it’s not easy keeping up with the Joneses – their impossibly gorgeous and ultra-sophisticated new neighbors – especially when they discover that Mr. and Mrs. “Jones” are covert operatives. Moana PG, Action-Adventure, 112 min. Cast: Aulii Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Alan Tudky, Jemaine Clement, Temuera Morrison. A sweeping, CG-animated adventure about a spirited teenager who sails out on a daring mission to prove herself a master wayfinder and fulfill her ancestors’ unfinished quest. During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demi-god Maui, and together, they traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous fiery creatures and impossible odds. Office Christmas Party Premiere R, Comedy, 105 min. Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Kate McKinnon, T.J. Miller, Olivia Munn. When the CEO tries to close her hard-partying brother’s branch, he and his Chief Technical Officer must rally their co-workers and host an epic office Christmas party in an effort to impress a potential client and close a sale that will save their jobs. Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace PG, Action- Adventure-Fantasy, 136 min. Cast: Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Jake Lloyd, Ian McDiarmid. Two Jedi Knights escape a hostile blockade to find allies and come across a young boy who may bring balance to the Force, but the long dormant Sith resurface to reclaim their old glory. Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones PG, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 142 min. Cast: Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman, Ewan McGregor, Christopher Lee, Samuel L. Jackson. Ten years after initially meeting, Anakin Skywalker shares a forbidden romance with Padmé, while Obi-Wan investigates an assassination attempt on the Senator and discovers a secret clone army crafted for the Jedi. Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith PG-13, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 140

min. Cast: Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman, Ewan McGregor, Ian McDiarmid, Samuel L. Jackson. As the Clone Wars near an end, the Sith Lord Darth Sidious steps out of the shadows, at which time Anakin succumbs to his emotions, becoming Darth Vader and putting his relationships with Obi-Wan and Padme at risk. Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope PG, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 121 min. Cast: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Peter Cushing, Alec Guinness. Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a wookiee and two droids to save the universe from the Empire’s world-destroying battle-station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader. Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back PG, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 124 min. Cast: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels. After the rebels have been brutally overpowered by the Empire on their newly established base, Luke Skywalker takes advanced Jedi training with Master Yoda, while his friends are pursued by Darth Vader as part of his plan to capture Luke. Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi PG, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 134 min. Cast: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels. After rescuing Han Solo from the palace of Jabba the Hutt, the rebels attempt to destroy the second Death Star, while Luke struggles to make Vader return from the dark side of the Force. Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens PG-13, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 139 min. Cast: John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Oscar Isaac, Adam Driver, Domhnall Gleeson. In this continuation of the “Star Wars” saga, balance returns to the Force as the First Order, emerging from the ashes of the Empire, clashes with the Resistance, which includes scrappy newcomers as well as heroes from the former Rebel Alliance. Trolls PG, Animation, 92 min. Cast: Justin Timberlake, Anna Kendrick, Gwen Stefani, James Corden, Russell Brand. Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they’ve ever known. Tyler Perry’s Boo! A Madea Halloween Last Showing PG-13, Comedy, 103 min. Cast: Tyler Perry, Bella Thorne, Cassi Davis, Patrice Lovely, Andre Hall. Madea winds up in the middle of mayhem when she spends a hilarious, haunted Halloween fending off killers, paranormal poltergeists, ghosts, ghouls and zombies while keeping a watchful eye on a group of misbehaving teens.

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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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. For deails call 081-811-4962. 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, visit the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com or call Wylie Miller at 329-208-7315. 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. For details visit USASSCNapoli on Facebook. Filipino-American Association Of Naples, Italy meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For details call Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-7604446 or visit Fil-Am Naples on Facebook. 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 details call Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or email naplesadventistsgroup@ yahoo.com. Connect the Tots is an organization for bringing together families with babies and toddlers to play and mingle. Monthly club events include themed parties, group outings off-base and playground meet-ups. For the latest on club events, join us on Facebook at Connect the Tots (CTT), Naples Italy.

MORE THE INSIDE PAGE The Naples Area Second Class Petty Officer Association meets every other Tuesday in the Capodichino Theater at noon to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For details, call OS2 Joseph Cavallaro at DSN 626-4545 or email joseph.cavallaro@eu.navy.mil or MA2 Jessalyn Harrison at DSN 626-2871or jessalyn.harrison@eu.navy.mil

University of Oklahoma Graduate Degrees The University of Oklahoma offers the master of human relations on-site graduate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For details call the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building.

Register For On-Site Undergraduate Classes Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. Call UMUC Maryland at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College at 081-568-6761.

Sure Start is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for commandsponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are four years old by Sept. 1. For details, conNaples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that tact Bridget Ruffino at 629-4683 or Catholic Women Of The Chapel email bridget.ruffino@eu.dodea.edu or work together to fundraise, participate meets monthly in the Support Site Felcall the school at 081-811-4037. in social events, and provide support lowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital learning. Child care provided. We also Naples and NSA Naples community. For The Knights Of Columbus, meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for San Gennaro Council 14853, meets details email Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelRosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for ley.beltz@med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at noon on the third Sunday of each bible study. For details email cwocmonth at the Support Site Chapel at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil. naples@gmail.com or visit Catholic Offices. For details email robert KenWomen of the Chapel - NSA Naples, ney at kofcnaples @gmail.com The Welfare & Recreation Italy on Facebook. Association is available to meet Carney Park Golf Association associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor (CPGA) is a non-profit organization established for eligible Carney Park and support provided. For details email of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Golf Course patrons. The CPGA Landing. For details visit naplesgs@yahoo.com. provides weekly social activities for http://www.wraitalia.it. all levels of golfer and often organize The Naples Christian Homeschool trips to other courses. Events are Association meets every month to sup- Security Note: All DoD military or held every Saturday and Sunday. port families who have chosen to educate civilian personnel hosting an event off For details call 081-568-1749. base must complete a Special Event their own children. We offer weekly Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days park/pool days, a moms’ night out and Educational & Developmental field trips to explore Bella Napoli and be- in advance, regardless of organization, Intervention Service Screenings yond. For details email Natalie Mack at if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors Now Available Room W09, Support NPMack3@aol.com. Site Village Forum. For eligible or involve personnel wearing uniforms. children who have not reached their For details call the AT/FP Division at Latinos Unidos Welcomes New third birthday. If you are concerned 081-568-5525 or visit the division office Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on the about your child’s development, first Sunday of every month at the Sup- in the Capodichino Security Precinct, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676. Bldg. 403. port Site park. For details email michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil or call 334Cub Scout Pack 007 Want to camp Naval Hospital Religious Services 6771-0327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling Tuesday: Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) navy.mil or call 081-811-5554. in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the and praise and worship music will be Meditation Sitting Group meets on place for you! Boys in first through Mondays from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at the Sup- provided during this time; Wednesday fifth grade meet three times per month Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 port Site side chapel. Participation is to learn skills that they apply on free and newcomers are welcome. For de- p.m.) in the hospital chapel (call 081hiking, camping and service outings. 811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being tails or questions please email Claudia For details email at Naplesmeditationgroup@gmail.com or held); and Thursday Men’s Fellowship naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospijoin the Facebook group at NSA Naples www.cubscoutingnaples.org. tal galley. Meditation Group.

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Metro station) also invites to its Santa’s Village through December 18. Santa’s room, bank, post office and elves’ workshops are the main kids’ entertainment there. Entry fee is 9 euros for adults and children over 90 centimeters (35 inches) tall. Family entry fee is available. See details at http://www. mostradoltremare.it Should you arrive at the Mostra before dusk, the Christmas tree and sleigh outside Santa’s Village make for a good photo op and holiday souvenir. Christmas Fairs/Markets Chiaia, Posillipo and San Ferdinando districts An exciting and colorful mega outdoor event with arts, crafts, Campanian food products and more. Numerous stands populate sections of these districts including the Chiaia steps; Molosiglio garden; streets (via Cesareo Console, via Santa Lucia, via Galiani, via Giordano Bruno); avenues (viale Virgilio and viale Gramsci) and squares (Piazza San Pasquale, Piazza Mercadante, Piazza Salvatore di Giacomo, Piazzetta Marechiaro and Largo Sermoneta,). Fete runs through January 15. Santa’s chefs making cookies at the Santa’s Village in Piazza Municipio Photo by J. Freed

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from page 1 Salerno Legions of residents and tourists throng to this city for the riveting “Luci d’Artista” installations irradiating nearly nook and cranny of the city center. To enjoy all the light spectacles, leave your car at home then take either the public transport or join the ITT and USO tours to the sites. N’Albero (Naples’ Mega Christmas Tree) Rotonda Diaz Head toward the square by the Naples waterfront promenade for this magical locus (near the U.S. Consulate). The extraordinarily radiant and multi-functional holiday tree, which measures 40 meters (about 131-plus feet high), and has a maximum capacity of 750 people, boasts panoramic terraces, a restaurant and coffee bar. Soak in lots of holiday cheer with spectacular, breathtaking Vesuvian and Neapolitan Riviera sights. Based on age, the entry fee starts at 5 euros. Open daily 10 a.m. through 10 p.m.; then through midnight at the weekends. Fortunately, the venue will be open through February so there’s a lot of time to experience it. Presepio (Christmas Nativity) Markets San Gregorio Armeno and San Biagio dei Librai Both are landmark streets in the Naples historic center for Neapolitan style crèches and charming figures manifesting

local lifestyle. At close inspection, dioramas usually feature the Holy Family in a peaceful environment within a beehivelike village. To avoid crowds this season, go early on a weekday. For glorious scenes of the said local art, visit those displayed in the San Martino Monastery Museum in Vomero as well as at the Royal Palaces in Naples and Caserta. To date, the Cuciniello Crib in San Martino, donated by the local architect and playwright Michele Cuciniello, is the city’s largest and most exquisite achievement of the art, and definitely one to share with holiday guests. Babbo Natale (Santa Claus) Villages Kids will love having more than one place to see and have a photo with the jolly good fellow. Piazza Municipio For the first time, Piazza Municipio is bustling with a Northern style market featuring a number of Tyrolean chalets, Santa’s home with elves and a post office, a cookie workshop and a puppet show. Sweet treats, chocolates, cakes and the latest Italian craze for “street food” prevail at this locale with a few stands for gift items. Through December 11, the village is open daily from noon to 10 p.m., and on the weekends from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Learn more at http://www.comune.napoli.it Mostra d’Oltremare The Overseas Exhibition Center (near the Campi Flegrei

Bacoli U.S. and NATO folks living in the area and its vicinity may be pleased to explore this market as part of the “Bacoli in Corso” (Bacoli in Progress) program through January 8 in the historic center. See poster at https://www.facebook.com/BacoliCentroStorico/ Neapolitan Cuisine Festival Mostra d’Oltremare (area exristorante piscina or ex-pool restaurant) This scrumptious enogastronomical event, celebrating the culture and food traditions of Neapolitans following the Mediterranean Diet, is scheduled December 10-17 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Access the venue by car from via Terracina or on foot from viale Kennedy near the Camp Flegrei metro station. For more info, see http://festivalcucinanapoletana.it/ Opera and Ballet “La Boheme” The San Carlo Theater has lined up Giacomo Puccini’s renowned work to usher in the holidays through the combined talents of Conductor Valerio Galli and Director Francesco Saponaro. Set in Paris, the opera presents the romantic relationship between the seamstress, Mimi (interpreted by Olga Busuioc and Irini Lungu) and the poet, Rodolfo (interpreted by Francesco DeMuro and Giordano Luca). Performances are scheduled for December 16-21. For bookings, visit http://www.teatrosancarlo.it/ or call 081-797-2331 or 2412. For bookings, visit http://www.teatrosancarlo.it/ or call 081-797-2331 or 2412. Buone Feste!

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JOBS CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES (CHR) Customer service operation hours for the following services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-11 a.m. and from 1-3 p.m.: ● ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2) ● Work Certificates

U.S. POSITIONS USAJOBS WEBSITE: https://don.usajobs.gov CHR WEBSITES: https://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/ job_openings.html https:// cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/job_openings/USVacancies.html IMPORTANT NOTICE: Effective immediately, all Department of Navy overseas US civilian positions aboard Naples and Gaeta commuting area will be posted on the USAJOBS website. Not familiar with USAJOBS? Get started by creating an account at h t t p s : / / d o n . u s a j o b s . g o v. Once registered, you may customize your job searches, set up job alerts and store your resume and other essential employment documents online and be ready to apply for a job anytime. Already have an account on USAJOBS but have questions about applying for overseas positions, contact the DON Employee Intake Center for assistance at doneic@navy.mil. The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS To find out what positions are currently open call our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or Comm. 081-568-5409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be also posted at The Civilian Human Resources (CHR) located at Capo Admin I, first floor. The customer service hours are: Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The announcements are also visible at the following links: https://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/ job_openings.html https://

cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/job_openings/LocalNationalVacancies .html Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the Security Pass and ID Office at Gricignano, Support Site, or at the Civilian Human Resources (CHR), Capodichino, Naples. The CHR Office must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The application form and instructions on how to apply have been revised. Any prior editions will be obsolete and will no longer be considered. Applications that do not conform to the revised instructions will not be considered. CLOSING DECEMBER 22 Transportation Maintenance Supervisor, Ua5803-03, ANN# 44308553096-MM, Full Time Permanent If you have any questions, contact the front desk at DSN 626-5409 or Comm. 081-5685409. You can also contact the Civilian Human Resources (CHR) Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the CHR services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, a CHR Representative is available for the biweekly “Meet & Greet” at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8-9 a.m. 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 CHR representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the CHR office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The date for the next “Meet & Greet” is yet to be determined.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: https://www.cnic.navy. mil/regions/cnreurafswa/ab out/job_openings.html – The necessary application forms are also available on line. For questions please call 081-5684164/2505/5612/8202. The applications may be emailed to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil

NSA NAPLES US NAF POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#17-033, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/ Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open until filled. Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#17-049, (Multiple Positions) regular full time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) CYP Division Capo & Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years old. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Assistant, NF0189-01/02, ANN#17-005

flexible, Fleet & Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy. Job summary: Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style. Closing date: Open until filled. Food Service Worker, NA7408-02, ANN#17-010 flexible, (Multiple Positions) Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as; sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. Closing date: Open until filled. CYP Food Service Worker, NA-7408-04, ANN#17-011 flexible School Age Care, Youth Programs. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter and beverages. Closing date: Open Until Filled. Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-020 flexible, Outdoor Recreation Program, Support site/Carney Park. Job summary: Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Closing date: Open until filled. Bartender, NA-7405-05, ANN#17-022, flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Prepares and serves all types of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage

from a full service bar. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-030 flexible, Liberty/Entertainment, Capo/Support site. Job summary: Serves as an aid for the Liberty/Entertainment program assisting with various functions and duties as they relate each program. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid (Lifeguard), NF-0189-01, ANN# 17-046R flexible, Aquatics Capo. Job summary: Safeguard and supervise swimmers and bathers in pool areas, and enforce swimming and bathing regulations. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-096, flexible, MWR Golf Course, Carney Park. Job summary: Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Closing date: Open until filled.

NEX U.S. NAF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call DSN 629-4774 or Comm. 081-8135252/5253/5254 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit: https://www. NavyExchange.jobs To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in

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JOBS from page 12 Italy (mostly Naples area); just make sure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). For any questions or concerns please call the numbers above. GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#160004OI Sales Clerk (Shoes)/SL/NF-1/RPT – Open until filled – Pay: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Ann#160004VL Sales Clerk (Consumables)/SL/NF1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8.25-$9 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Ann#160004J0 Sales Clerk (Wine Shop)/MM/NF-1/ FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Can-

didates must be at least 18 years old to apply. Ann#160002P4 Cashier Checker/CC/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas. Ann#160001WE Lead Cashier Checker/CC/NF-1/ RFT – Open until filled – Pay rate $9-$10.50 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for leading a minimum of three associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail check out areas. Ann#16004VM Supervisory Sales Clerk (Self Service Candy & Confections)/ SL/NF-2/RFT – Pay rate $10.25-$11 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions. CAPODICHINO NEXMART Ann#160004OJ Customer Service Clerk (Capodichino) /MM/ NF1/RFT – Open until filled – Pay rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Performs a variety of duties in connection with NEX internal and external customer services operations. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

MORE BASE NOTES Now-Dec. 30: Swim to Salerno Self-Paced Swim Journey from Naples to Salerno along the imaginary coastline in the Capo FitZone pool. Join the 50-kilometer self-paced swim. Swim laps anytime during regular hours and then record your workout on your log sheet. Participants who complete the 50-kilometer (1000 laps, 2000 lengths of Capo pool) by Dec. 30 receive a prize. 1st-3rd place finishers receive swim bags with swim related goodies. Program is free and open to authorized MWR patrons. For details call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-568-4254. Now-Dec. 31: Blended Retirement System Training Online In order to support BRS Opt-in training in calendar year 2017, all Personal Financial Managers at Fleet and Family Support Centers, financial educators (including NETC Life Skills instructors), and command financial specialists are required to complete the BRS Financial Counselor and Educator Course no later than December 31. The 60-minute course is available on Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) at http://jko.jten.mil/ (course #: J3OP-US1331). This course is also highly recommended for command master chiefs, command career counselors, and others who offer career and professional development guidance so they can more knowledgeably discuss the BRS. Dec. 10: Pick-up Basketball with Vice Chief CNO Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. William F. Moran will be participating in a pick-up basketball at 8:30 a.m. on December 10 at the Capo FitZone Gym. For details call DSN 626-4266 or Comm. 081568-4266. December 10: Santa’s Little Workshop Spend a holly jolly afternoon with the USO, NEX and Navy Community Recreation in the NEX Food Court on board Support Site. The afternoon will include a bounce castle, magic show, face painting, cotton candy, holiday crafts, free photos with Santa, and giveaways. A free screening of the movie Elf will begin at 6 p.m. at the MWR Reel Time Theater. Navy Community Recreation is sponsoring free Popcorn and beverages for the first 100 community members. For details call DSN 626-5713. Dec. 10: Talent Night at O’Rhys Do you lip sync? Do you like telling jokes and making people laugh? Participate in a Talent Night at O’Rhys Irish Pub December 10. Sign up for the Lip Sync Competition or the Amateur Comedy Contest. Participants must be 18 years old. Register by December 8 at the Support Site Tickets and Travel Office or by visiting myffr.navyaims.com (with song for Lip Sync). Show begins at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) and will alternate one Lip Sync performance, then one Comedy performance, etc. There will be prizes. Lip sync prizes go to 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th place winners, while comedy contest prizes to 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners. The 1st place Comedy winner will be the opening act for the Armed Forces Entertainment Comedy Show “Operation: Punchline” on December 12 at Reel Times 2 Cinema. O’Rhys

Irish Pub is located at Support Site, in Strikers Bowling Center, and is open to patrons 21 years of age; exception is active duty military 18+ (does not include spouses). For details call Community Recreation at DSN 629-7911 or Comm. 081-811-7911. Dec. 10: Hallelujah Full Gospel Outreach Event Creating Community Connections through Fellowship and Giving which will be hosted on Saturday December 10 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Sure Foundation Ministries in Lago Patria. Donations/gifts will be collected for children ages 3-12 and teenagers ages 13-18. For details about volunteering or arranging donation pick-up contact Pastor Benny Dixon or Minister Katia Dixon at Comm. 348-996-1108 or email bennydixon@att.net. The Caravan will leave Support Site at noon from the TLA parking lot in front of the Youth Center. Dec. 10, 17: Ski Bus Transportation to local resorts MWR will be offering bus transportation to a local ski resort December 10 and 17. Cost is $15 per adult; $10 for children 4-12 years; and free for children 3 years and under (based on available space). Youth 17 years and under must be registered and accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. Full payment is due at registration. Deadline for registration is three days prior to each trip. No refunds will be given for cancellations less than 48 hours prior to trip. Trips may be cancelled by Outdoor Recreation up to the morning of trip due to weather conditions. Ski passes are available for purchase at the ski resort. Most resorts do not accept credit cards. Bring euro for ski passes, meals and incidentals. Register at the Outdoor Recreation office (adjacent to the Auto Skills Center at Support Site) or call DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-811-4947. Dec. 12: AFE presents Operation: Punchline, Free “Adult” Comedy Show Adults (only) are invited to a free comedy show December 12 at the Support Site Reel Times 2 Cinema at 7 p.m. Performers are Slade Ham, Sam Demaris, Laura Hayden, Brnedan McKeigan and Matthew Broussard. Adult beverages will be on sale. Opening act will be provided by the winner of the Amateur Comedy Contest held December 9 at O’Rhys. For details call Community Recreation at DSN 629-7911 or Comm. 081-811-7911. Dec. 13: Operation: Punchline, Free “Family” Comedy Show in Gaeta Operation: Punchline will perform a free “family” comedy show in Gaeta at the Fleet Recreation Center at 11 a.m. Adults and children are invited. Resale items available for purchase at the Customer Service Counter. Show is brought to Gaeta by Armed Forces Entertainment Shows. For details call DSN 626-8357 or Comm. 081-568-8357. Dec. 13: Lights of Salerno Join Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC) for this family friendly event. NOSC is hiring a bus to take people to see the Christmas lights in Salerno on December 13. For details or to RSVP email noscsocialvp@gmail

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HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

COLOR ME: SNOWMAN!

Practice your vocabulary. Find the Italian words.

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PiGnA / Pine Cone RAMO / Branches REGAlO / Gifts STAGiOnAlE / Seasonal STEllA / Star

COLD WEATHER CAPPOTTO / Coat CiOCCOlATA CAlDA / hot Chocolate FREDDO / Cold GEliDO / Freezing GhiACCiO / ice MAnOPOlA / Mittens nEVE / Snow PAlA / Shovel PATTinAGGiO / Skating PuPAZZO Di nEVE / Snowman REnnA / Reindeer SCi / Skiing SCiARPA / Scarf SliTTA / Sled SPRuZZATA / Flurries STiVAli / Boots

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DAILY TOURS

upcoming uSO Tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it

Why Is It Getting Colder Outside? From NSA Public Affairs

In the Northern Hemisphere the months of November through February are cold. That’s well known, but why? Many think it’s because the Earth is closer to the sun during the summer and further from it in winter. Actually, that’s not true. In fact, the Earth in closest to the sun about midway through July. So why is winter so cold? It’s because of the Earth’s axis. The axis of Earth is why we have seasons. Imagine there’s a giant disc stretching away from the Sun’s equator and all the planets are within it. This is the Sun’s axis of rotation. The way the Earth is in the disc accounts for our axis. Ours is tilted about 24 degrees away from the Sun’s which is why we experience seasons.

Earth is split into four hemispheres: North, south, east, and west. The northern hemisphere contains the North Pole, and the South Pole lies in the southern hemisphere. During the summer months in the northern hemisphere the North Pole faces the sun which means land there receives more sunlight. This sunlight hits the Earth at a steep angle. At this angle the sunlight spreads out less, making the energy hitting any one spot more intense and accounting for why summer is so warm. In the winter the Sun hits the South Pole at a narrower angle, because of this not only does the Northern Hemisphere receive less sun, but the energy is also lessened, making it colder. That is why summer is hot and winter is cold.

TOuRS OPEn TO BOTh u.S. MiliTARy AnD nATO i.D. CARD hOlDERS

Dec 17 Dec 18 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 26

Family Day at the Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €29 Ruins of Pompeii and Wine Tasting . . . . . . . €44 Wine and Dine in a Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €50 Naples and the Bourbon Tunnel . . . . . . . . . . €19 The City of Bethlehem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €27

EXTENDED TOURS Dec 24-25 Jan 14-15 Feb 4-5 Feb 17-20 Feb 17-20

Christmas in Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €189 MLK Weekend in Florence and Pisa . €179 Perugia and Assisi Weekend . . . . . . . . €189 Carnevale in Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €239 President’s Day in Lisbon, Portugal . . €629

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PAnORAMA

MERCATO/CLASSIFIED ADS • FREE MERCATO ADS •

advertising office

Tel. 081-568-7884

A Panorama/NSA Public Affairs Office courtesy service available for U.S. or NATO ID cardholders who have orders to PCS within six months. RULES: • New ads must be submitted on a completed Mercato form, along with a copy of both the member’s ID card (front and back) and ONLY the first two pages of PCS orders or equivalent. • Ads are limited to one per category and 25 words maximum. Ads for free pets are limited to one per person or organization (copy of ID required) and run on a space-available basis. One contact phone number per ad; no e-mail addresses. • Deadline for submission is Monday, noon for the following Friday. Public holidays (U.S. or Italian) are not an exception to this rule. ADS RUN ONE WEEK ONLY! • Any incomplete ad or ad received after the Monday, noon deadline will not be printed in that Friday’s issue. Late submissions will be considered for the next available publication. Incomplete or illegible ads will not be considered. • Free Mercato Ad forms, the only acceptable form of submission, are available at http://www.cnic.navy.mil/naples/newsroom/panorama/ (click on the Mercato link) or at the NSA Public Affairs Office during normal business hours. • Ads and supporting documentation can be faxed to 081-568-5112 (DSN 6265112) or delivered in person to the Public Affairs Office, Capodichino, Admin I, Room 208. No other form of submission will be accepted. • To renew for the following week call 081-568-5856/5907 (DSN 626-5856/ 5907) by noon Monday. Ads not renewed by the deadline will not be published. • PAID CLASSIFIED ADS •

For services and products not eligible for free insertion in “Mercato.” Classified ads can be placed at STAMPA GENERALE (Panorama Advertising Office) located at NSA Capodichino, Building 450, 1st Floor. Cost is € 1,00 (one Euro) per word (minimum 10 words). For information on paid ads please call 081-568-7884 (DSN 626-7884). Deadline is Wednesday 4 p.m. for the current week’s edition.

M ISCELLANEOUS UXURY 60-FT MOTORYACHT - Available in Salerno, cruises Amalfi Coast, floating hotel. Facebook: “akhir cruise”. FMI 335-527-2534, rucco@libero.it.

OR SALE: HD Ultra limited CVO 2014 extras, low mileage, U.S. Specs, $32,800. For more info call Giacomo 388-054-2982.

TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340-577-5239 or tel. 081-891-1489.

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