Panorama December 06,2019 by NSA Naples

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Commander, U.S. Africa Command, Embarks USS Florida Rear Adm. Zirkle, Scouts Support Sailors Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln U.S. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), center, speaks with the crew of the Ohio-class fleet guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) while underway in the Mediterranean Sea, Nov. 25, 2019. AFRICOM, a full-spectrum combatant command, is one of the six U.S. Defense Department's geographic combatant commands and is responsible for all DoD operations, exercises, and security cooperation on the African continent, its island nations, and surrounding waters. SEE MORE ON PAGE 11, Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

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Rear Adm. Matthew A. Zirkle, chief of staff, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (CNE-CNA), teamed up with Scouts BSA Troop 007 to make care packages for Sailors deployed aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), at Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, Nov. 25, 2019. Before getting started, Zirkle addressed the scouts to talk about the importance of what they were doing for the Sailors. “When you’re aboard a ship, you can’t just go get the things you like to eat or drink whenever you want,” said Zirkle. “So we’ve gathered a whole bunch of goodies together to send to the men and women who are out on Abraham Lincoln, working hard to keep us all safe. Let’s make sure we make these packages extra special for them.” More than 30 youth ranging between the ages of 11 and 17 joined Scoutmaster Bob Adams and several other adult volunteers from the military community in putting together care packages for Sailors.

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Standing NATO Maritime Group One Trains With Norway By Allied Maritime Command Public Affairs Office

Standing NATO Maritime Group One (SNMG1) ships joined the Norwegian navyled exercise Flotex off the coast of Norway. This annual exercise takes place every autumn and trains the Norwegian navy in planning and executing tactical operations at sea in cooperation with NATO ships. Set near Tromso, with its breathtaking scenery of snowcapped mountains and the northern lights, Flotex kicked off on Nov. 18 and ran for two weeks. “Alliance collaboration throughout the North Atlantic

and seas off the coast of Norway is crucial for maritime situational awareness of all allied nations. It is a great opportunity for SNMG1 to participate in FLOTEX,” said Rear Adm. Edward Cashman, Commander of SNMG1, “It demonstrates and exercises the important ability for NATO forces to quickly and seamlessly integrate with national forces of all of the allies. This ability is a key to NATO’s commitment to the collective defense of all member nations and is key to NATO’s goal to deter and prevent conflict. “ STANDING NATO MARITIME GROUP ONE Page 7

The guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) fires its Mark 45 5-inch gun during a live-fire exercise. Gridley is underway on a scheduled deployment as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group One to conduct maritime operations and provide a continuous maritime capability for NATO in the Northern Atlantic. Photo by Master-At-Arms 1st Class Joseph Broyles

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CAPTAIN’S CORNER By Capt. Todd Abrahamson NSA Naples Commanding Officer

The NSA Naples Holiday Concert is coming up! To celebrate our community stationed here in bella Napoli, the Commander, Naval Forces Europe (CNE) Band and NSA Naples are working together to spread holiday cheer to the whole community with a free concert at 12:30 p.m. at Teatro Garibaldi in Santa Maria Capua Vetere. Please note that the time has been changed from the original advertised time. I encourage all of our personnel, to include military, civilians, their families and our local nationals, to save the date on this one. It’ll be worth it to make the short trip to come see one of the best bands in the Navy play holiday songs for you and your loved ones. There is limited parking at the event space, but the USO is graciously donating a bus to take families from Support Site, to the venue, and back! Registration through the USO is required to ride the bus, and there is limited seating available. Please call COMM 081-568-5713, or DSNs 626-5713/6294903 to reserve your seats. You must be a U.S. ID card holder to use the bus. This concert is being held to celebrate all of your hard work, and I look forward to seeing you there. Festeggiamo tutti insieme! On Dec. 6, NSA Naples will be celebrating the "official" beginning of the holiday season with our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! The event will be held in the Village Forum on Support Site from 3 to 9 p.m. We usually have over 2,000 people attend to help us celebrate the event. The event includes performances by La Terza Classe, the Navy Band, Naples Elementary School and Naples High School. There will also be a holiday market, food vendors and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. While taking a journey to the North Pole, attendees will be able to assist in judging the decorated Holiday Trees, which have been designed by private organizations around our community. This is all leading up to the main attraction, the lighting of the tree at 6 p.m.! I hope to see you all out there. Tomorrow, Dec. 7, is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. On that day in 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry Hopkins were informed that the Empire of Japan had attacked the American naval fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Following meetings with his military advisers, Roosevelt calmly and decisively dictated to his secretary, Grace Tully, a request to Congress for a declaration of war. When Roosevelt addressed a joint session of Congress and the nation via radio on Dec. 8, his words were stirring, forceful, and persuasive. The Senate responded with a nearly unanimous vote to go to war. Later that day, Roosevelt signed a declaration of war against Japan, officially bringing the U.S. into World War II. Please take the time to remember the attack on Pearl Harbor this weekend, and the American lives lost on Dec. 7 – a date which will live in infamy. We emerge from the aftermath of Pearl Harbor as a strong and united nation, one that lives on to this day as a global force for good. As always, thanks for reading the Panorama! For more information about NSA Naples, please follow us on:

BASE NOTES Dec. 6: Holiday Tree Lighting Begin your Holiday Season at MWR’s Tree Lighting Friday, Dec. 6, 3 to 9 p.m. in the Village Forum on Support Site. The event includes performances by La Terza Classe, the Navy Band, Naples Elementary School and Naples High School; holiday market, food vendors and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. For details, call DSN 629-4459 or Comm. 081-811-4459. Dec. 6-Jan. 15: Registration for Three Club Tournament at Carney Park Golf Course Select any three clubs to play at the Three Club Tournament on Friday, Jan. 17, at noon. Individual stroke play open to 8 years and over. Cost includes green and golf cart fees, practice balls, prizes and lunch pick-up during play. For details, call Comm. 081-526-4296.

mas toys (unwrapped) for local orphanages and foster homes. The Toy Collection Box Location will be SS NSA Chapel. The Deadline is 8 Dec and Distribution Date is Dec. 16. For details, contact RP1 Jackson at Isaac.Jackson@eu.navy.mil / (please cc Chaplain Kim at paul.b.kim@eu.navy.mil and Chaplain Tiongson -Joselito.Tiongson@eu.navy.mil) Dec. 8: King of the Hill Tournament Strikers Bowling Center will host a scratch tournament Sunday, Dec. 8, from 2 to 6 p.m. All eligible patrons are invited. Ten bowlers are required for the tournament to take place. For details, call DSN 629-4900 or Comm. 081-811-4900.

Dec. 9: NSA Naples Pass and ID Limited Services The Capodichino Pass and ID office will be closDec. 7: Thrift Shop Bag Sale ing early from 12:30 to 3 p.m. to attend the NSA The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop will be having a bag sale on Dec. 7 from 10 Naples Security Potluck. The issuing 24 hour Guest Passes will be available for issue by the a.m. to 1 p.m. Only U.S. dollars accepted. For on duty Security personnel. For details email details email zoe.peck@nmcrs.org or call DSN michael.burnett@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 629626-3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913. 4264. Now-Dec. 8: Angel Tree Project See BASE NOTES Page 13 This is an opportunity for you to provide Christ-

Buon fine settimana – and remain vigilant

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NSA Naples Firefighters Ensure Material Readiness Tommaso De Rosa, an Italian firefighter at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, performs routine morning checks on a fire truck, Dec. 3, 2019. NSA Naples is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia. U.S. Navy photo by Operations Specialist 2nd Class Nkengazong Tung

THE INSIDE PAGE The JFC Naples International Club Our club is always seeking new members to join us. The club is open to currently serving and retired members and family of NATO military and civilian personnel. Our goal is to enrich our time in Italy with international interaction among our members and families. The club promotes monthly luncheons hosted by NATO nations, organizes cultural trips and tours to local sites, as well as other social activities. We connect our community through friendship and culture. For details email jfcnpic.membership@gmail.com

ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS COMPILED BY TERESA MEROLA NSA NAPLES PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Sir Paul McCartney to Perform in Naples For the first time in 29 years, Sir Paul McCartney will hold a concert in Naples’ Piazza del Plebiscito on June 10. According to his manager, the singer asked to play specifically in that piazza. The last time McCartney played in Naples was June 5, 1991 at the Palapartenope, alongside his late wife Linda. In addition to Naples, he will perform at the ancient walls of Lucca, Tuscany, June 13. Rome Hospital Transplants 3D-Printed Bronchus A 3D-printed bronchus was transplanted into a five-year-old child at Rome’s Bambino Gesu’ pediatric hospital. This was the first surgery in Europe of this kind, health officials said. The child had serious breathing problems due to the collapse of a wall of the bronchi, which does not allow sufficient oxygenation of the lungs. The surgery was carried out with sophisticated imaging and bioengineering techniques. Ancient Monastery Forced to Close A monastery in Sansepolcro, Tuscany, was forced to close due to lack of personnel. The 40-year-old mother superior fell in love and her only companion in the convent was an 80-year-old nun who was forced to move out because she was too old to run the convent alone. The ancient monastery went under a long renovation directed by the mother su-

perior who became a reference point for the local community. The monastery was not only a center of spirituality and hospitality but also a meeting place with 19 beds and 20 bungalows located in the woods Italian Parliament Requests Espresso for UNESCO Listing Italy is pushing for World Heritage recognition of its espresso coffee. The Italian parliament put forward Espresso as a candidate for a UNESCO listing. The Italians want espresso – a slug of black coffee served in tiny white porcelain cups and costing around one euro – to be inscribed on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage, a compendium of customs, carnivals, ceremonies and traditions from around the globe. There are also regulations regarding the type of cup (porcelain with a narrow bottom), amount of coffee in the cup (between 13 and 26 grams) and its temperature, between 90 and 96 degrees Celsius. Italy was successful two years ago in having the art of Neapolitan pizza-making recognized as a part of the world’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. “The art of the Neapolitan ‘pizzaiuolo’ is a culinary practice comprising four different phases relating to the preparation of the dough and its baking in a wood-fired oven, involving a rotatory movement by the baker,” UNESCO said in its official listing of the tradition. Italy has 55 locations on UNESCO lists, from Venice and the archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum to the Amalfi Coast, the Dolomites and the historic centers of Rome, Florence, Naples and Siena.

NOSC – Napoli Operational Support Club Your Community Spouse Club welcomes all spouses from our active duty, GS, civilian and NATO community. Our club holds events, fundraisers and trips throughout the year. Our yearly membership fee is $30 and is a great way to meet other spouses in your community. The income raised during many of our events goes back into our community with Academic Scholarships. NOSC has scholarships for seniors, spouses and dependent children living with parents here in Naples. For details call DSN 629-7316, e-mail noscpresident4@gmail.com or visit http://noscitaly.com or the Napoli Operational Support Club on Facebook. Beyond Youth is an NSA Naples Chapel-led youth program designed to help students to develop the leader within and lead a significant life. We meet in the Chapel Fellowship Hall onboard Support Site. Our middle school small groups meet Tuesdays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.; our high school small groups meet Tuesdays 5 to 6:30 p.m.; and our middle/high school weekly service meets Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:30 p.m. For details email Garry at beyondyouthnaples@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/beyondyouth/ or call DSN 629-4603. Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from active, guard, and reserve forces. We have many programs and services that work to support veterans, service members and their families, as well as communities worldwide. VFW Post 12159-Monte Cassino meets the third Thursday of each month from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Support Site Community Room. For details call VFW Post Commander Randy Purham at 349-625-9511 or email vfwpost12159@gmail.com or visit Facebook at VFW Post 12159Monte Cassino (username: @NaplesVFW). 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. Naples American Red Cross (ARC) needs volunteers. For details or to register for a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-5684788 or 626-4788 or visit American Red Cross Naples on Facebook. The American Soccer Club (ASC) of Napoli is looking for qualified coaches. For details email doc@ascnapoli.com. 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.

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HISTORY: ‘DAY OF INFAMY’

The USS Arizona (BB 39) ablaze and sinking after the December 7, 1941, attack by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor. U.S. Navy photo

tone of the speech. Most significantly was changing the first line from “a date which will Early in the afternoon of December 7, 1941, live in world history” to “a date which will live President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry in infamy.” Tully then prepared the final Hopkins, his chief foreign policy reading copy, which Roosevelt aide, were interrupted by a subsequently altered in three telephone call from Secretary of more places. War Henry Stimson, who informed On December 8, at 12:30 p.m., the president that the Empire of Roosevelt addressed a joint Japan had attacked the American session of Congress and the naval fleet at Pearl Harbor, nation via radio. The speech was Hawaii. brief, running just a little over At about 5 p.m., following seven minutes, but it was moving, meetings with his military powerful and persuasive. The advisers, Roosevelt calmly and Senate responded with a neardecisively dictated to his secretary, unanimous vote in support of war, Grace Tully, a request to Congress with only Montana pacifist for a declaration of war. Jeanette Rankin dissenting. Roosevelt had composed the At 4 p.m. that day, Roosevelt speech in his head after deciding signed a declaration of war on a brief, uncomplicated appeal against Japan. to the people of the United States Three days after the president’s rather than a thorough recitation President Franklin D. Roosevelt speech, Germany and Italy, both of Japanese perfidies, as Secretary of State declared war on the United States. Congress Cordell Hull had urged. responded immediately by declaring war on Roosevelt then revised the draft to update them. Thus, the United States became military information, and to strengthen the embroiled in World War II.

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SPOTLIGHT: ABH2 KYLEE PORTER Throughout the month of October, Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class (ABH2) Kylee Porter dedicated over 27 hours of volunteer service supporting programs such as Snack Attack, Teddy Bear Club, Area Orientation and more. Her positive energy and dedication to the USO, community and troops has made her an outstanding volunteer to have on our USO Naples Volunteer Committee and earned her the title of Volunteer of the Month for October 2019. Having started her USO volunteer service in Japan, USO Naples was excited to welcome her to our volunteer committee just this past June. In her first four months Porter put in over 77 hours of volunteer time, proving to be a large part of our USO team. “I chose to volunteer because I enjoy making a difference in my community, no matter where I go in the world,” Porter said when asked why she chose to volunteer with the USO. Volunteer opportunities through the USO and other organizations offer service members the opportunity to network within their community, which is one of the things Porter enjoys. “I love volunteering with USO Naples because I get to meet new people and build a community away from home,” she said. You will most likely see Porter volunteering at some of her favorite programs and events like Snack Attack and Teddy Bear Club. If you don’t see her contagious smile at a USO event, chances are she is traveling throughout Europe. “The less I’m at my house, the better!” she said. Her infectious and upbeat energy has warmed the hearts of USO staff and volunteers, and we are grateful for the unwavering support that she gives to our community. Please join us as we recognize and congratulate ABH2 Porter for her dedication to the military community and USO Naples!

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UPCOMING FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER EVENTS For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC

Major-General Dany Fortin transfers command of NATO Mission Iraq to Major-General Jennie Carignan during a ceremony presided by Admiral James G. Foggo, Commander Allied Joint Force Command, Naples, Italy, at the Union III Military Base, Baghdad, Iraq, Nov. 26, 2019. Photo courtesy of NATO Mission Iraq Public Affairs

● Dec. 9 – 13, TGPS Pre-Separation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 09, Christmas Alley Trip, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meet at Capo – Bus Stop by the Library) ● Dec. 10, Holiday Chili Cook-Off with USO & SAPR outreach, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ● Dec. 12, Developing Your Spending Plan, 1 to 2 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 12, Ombudsman Assembly Meeting, 6 to 8 p.m., Support Site Library ● Dec. 13, Cup of Joe with USO & SAPR outreach, 6:30 to 8 a.m. ● Dec. 16 – 17, Accessing Higher Education, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 16, Post Deployment Brief, 9 to 10 am., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 17, Sponsorship Training, 9 to 11 a.m., (Capo at American Red Cross Conference Room) ● Dec. 18, Volunteer Orientation, Noon to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 18, Sponsorship Training, 9 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC all classes require registration. Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

NATO Mission Iraq Welcomes ENERGY CONSERVATION What is a Radioisotope Power System? New Commander From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Story by NATO Mission Iraq Public Affairs Office

Major-General Jennie Carignan officially assumed command of the NATO Mission Iraq (NMI) from Major-General Dany Fortin at a Transfer of Authority Ceremony held at the Union III Military Base, Baghdad, Iraq on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019. Admiral James Foggo, Commander Allied Joint Force Command Naples, presided the ceremony in presence of special guests and mission members. "It is an honour to be here today as we recognize the accomplishments of NATO Mission Iraq, the hallmark of NATO’s enduring commitment to Iraq’s peace, security and stability. We have achieved significant progress with our Iraqi colleagues and partner nations over this past year, improving the capabilities and capacity of Iraq’s security forces to prevent the reemergence of the Daesh terrorist threat. Much has been accomplished and as we meet today’s milestone, as Major-General Fortin hands over to Major-General Carignan, we can look back with pride and forward with renewed commitment to this critical mission," said Admiral Foggo. Major-General Fortin was designated as the first commander of this new NATO Mission Iraq at the end of summer 2018 for a 1-year mandate. Announced earlier in June, Canada accepted to assume the leadership of the mission for a second year.

"Over this first year, our team of military and civilian members from the Alliance and partner countries as well as our local employees have dedicated themselves to this Mission and for that I’m grateful. Most important, we have established strong bonds with the Government of Iraq and its Ministry of Defence," said Major-General Fortin. The new commander, Major-General Carignan, recently arrived in Baghdad with her team. This leadership transition coincides with the beginning of a rotation through the civilian and military personnel of the mission after been deployed from 6 months to 12 months. "I would like to highlight the accomplishments of Major-General Fortin and his team since the inception of the NATO Mission in Iraq. They worked relentlessly in this noncombat training and advisory mission in support of Iraq with NATO and partner nations," said Major-General Carignan. Since fall 2018, the mission grew from a small team to a fully-fledged mission that provides advice on capacity building at ministerial level. In addition, advisory and training teams work on a daily basis with Iraqi partners in 12 military schools and institutions including Defence University for Military Studies. NMI is also synchronizing efforts with international partners for building an Iraqi sustainable military training system.

Radioisotope power systems (RPS) convert heat generated by the natural decay of plutonium-238 – a radioactive isotope – into electrical power. One type of RPS is a Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (RTG). RTGs work by converting thermal energy into electrical energy through devices known as thermocouples. The natural decay of plutonium-238 produces heat that is then transferred to one side of the thermocouple. The temperature difference between the fuel and the atmosphere allows the device to convert this heat into electricity. The most current RTG model, the Multi-Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (MMRTG), provides approximately 110 Watts of electrical power when freshly fueled. RTGs are built to last. Their sturdy and compact design make them an ideal energy source for remote operations. They can withstand the harsh environments and frigid temperatures of deep space travel for decades, have no moving parts, require no maintenance, and have proven to be extremely reliable. They have powered more than two dozen U.S. space missions including the Apollo missions to the moon, the Viking and Curiosity missions to Mars, the New Horizons mission to Pluto and the Kuiper Belt and the Cassini mission to Saturn. In fact, some RTGs launched decades ago, are still in operation today like the Voyager mission that began in 1977. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) develops RPSs for NASA by utilizing the specialized facilities at its national labs. Oak Ridge National Laboratory provides the heat source materials and hardware. Los Alamos National Laboratory purifies and encapsulates the plutonium-238. Idaho National Laboratory then assembles, tests, and assures the final delivery of the RPS. Remember: You can use as much energy as you need just don’t waste it! For more tips on Energy Conservation call Gennaro Gargiulo or Electrician 2nd Class Marvin J. Hernandez at DSN 626-1895 or Comm. 081-568-1865.

PANoRAMA December 6, 2019

SOUND OFF: HOW WILL YOU BE CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAY SEASON THIS YEAR?

IT2 Gregory Nale “I’ll be celebrating with co-workers.”

IT2 Aaron Miller “Having fun and chilling at home watching sports.”

Mr. Danny Meritt “Going to San Diego to spend time with the family.”

MC3 Trey Fowler “For New Year’s I plan on going to downtown Naples and watching all the fireworks.”

LT. Josh Bryan “I’ll be going back home to Florida for Christmas.”

MyNavy Family App Introduces Improved Services From Cmdr. Erik Wells Sea Warrior Program (PMW 240) Public Affairs

The Navy continues to focus on families with the latest update of the MyNavy Family app. First released in May, the free app has been downloaded over ten thousand times. “The app has done exactly what we intended which is to both inform families and encourage them to continue to provide feedback to improve the app,” said Amanda Burns, the MyNavy Family app product owner. The May release included 12 main content areas, Navy Spouse 101 Information, links to Naval Services Family Line website and other pertinent websites. Based on feedback from the initial release, the app was updated in June to include links for Spouse Licensure Reimbursement, Blue Star Families and Navy Gold Star Program. This month, the app underwent several improvements to include a new search feature on the "Welcome Screen" and three additional content areas. There is now sec-

tions on family financial planning, survivor’s resources, and parents and family members of Sailors. “Whether a spouse or family member is new to the Navy or they have been part of our family for ten years, it can be difficult to know where to turn for support,” said Perry Christiansen, lead policy analyst with the Family Readiness Program Office. “This app allows our Sailors and families to quickly find information and resources to let them navigate to find the information they need.” Additional links were added that help Sailors and their families during a permanent change of station move including a link to the Navy Lodge which offers safe, clean and affordable accommodations at 39 locations worldwide. From its inception, the app was built to provide an interactive user experience that contains relevant and timely information. “All of the apps we develop are updated on a regular basis to provide accurate information that

The MyNavy Family app provides relevant and timely information to Sailors and their families including links to several useful websites. Users are encouraged to provide feedback to improve the app which is updated on a regular basis. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donavan K. Patubo

Sailors and their families can rely on,” said David Driegert, assistant program manager for the Sea Warrior Program (PMW 240) mobility program which developed the app. “The MyNavy Family app is a good example of how we work as an integrated agile team to quickly respond to suggested improvements and implement them to benefit

Sailors and their families.” The app is located in the Navy App Locker along with 23 other apps that focus on everything from fitness and training to education and life skills. For more news from PEO for Enterprise Information Systems Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/peoeis/.

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“When we found out that USS Abraham Lincoln was going to be staying down range longer than they expected, we decided to send them a little holiday cheer,” said Stacey Lindsey, one of the volunteers. “We’re super happy to have the scouts help fill these care packages.” Within a few hours, the scouts had assembled more than 50 packages filled with toiletries, phone cards, decorations, snacks, and “thank you” cards, boxed up and ready to be shipped to Abraham Lincoln. “For me, it’s important to be a servant leader, so I’m really proud to be here tonight with Troop 007,” said Zirkle. “The Sailors are underway serving us, so I can’t think of anything better than helping our scouts take time to give back to them.” USS Abraham Lincoln, flagship of the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operation in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. Deployed strike group assets include staffs, ships and aircraft of CSG 12, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2, USS STANDING NATO MARITIME GROUP ONE Page 1

SNMG1 includes the flagship U.S. Navy guidedmissile destroyer Gridley and the Royal Norwegian Navy frigate Thor Heyerdahl. It is one of four of NATO’s Standing Forces on active duty that contribute to the alliance’s collective defence on a permanent basis. NATO’s maritime strength lies in the ability of the Standing Forces and National Response Force elements to rapidly join with high readiness, high capability national forces and task groups to deliver strategic effect. Regular training between these groups is a force multiplier and provides a collectively trained and interoperable capability that NATO can confidently deploy if necessary. SNMG1 is one of four standing maritime task groups composed of ships from various Allied countries. These task groups form the core maritime capabilities of NATO’s Very High Readiness Joint Task Force (VJTF). They provide a continuous maritime capability to execute NATO missions across the spectrum of operations, demonstrate solidarity, and strengthen professional links among allied naval forces. Allied Maritime Command (MARCOM) is the central command of all NATO maritime forces and the Commander MARCOM is the prime maritime advisor to the alliance. When directed by the Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), it provides the core of the headquarters responsible for the conduct of maritime operations.

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Leyte Gulf (CG 55) and CVW 7. CNE-CNA, headquartered in Naples, Italy, oversees joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

Naples Military Hog Chapter Seeking New Members Attention Motorcycle Riders: The Naples Military Hog Chapter invites you to see the wonders of Italy and beyond the borders on two wheels with friends and there are no better friends than the Naples Military Hog Chapter, we are a family friendly organization that offers plenty for everyone. No matter what you ride the NMHC offers the opportunity to meet other chapters throughout Europe, attend rallies for all makes/models and enjoy time with likeminded people. So whether you ride a sport bike, Triumph, Victory, Indian, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki or Harley come to a monthly meeting and see if these adventures are for you. The riding season is opening and the summers rallies, rides and events are being discussed. If you’re in the support site food court stop by the Military Auto Source Office, our sponsoring dealer, for more information on both the Chapter and your opportunity to explore Europe on two wheels. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK at Naples Military Hog Chapter and one of the primary officers will reach out to you. You can also contact the membership officer Kevin Johnson or the Director Jay Alhambra. 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 in Bldg. 450 (next to the gym and American Red Cross), and is open Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For details call DSN 626-3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913. 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. Naples Area First Class Petty Officer’s Association is composed of First Class Petty Officers 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 on Thursday at the Naples area NFCPOA mess alternating between Support Site and Capodichino. For details visit www.naplesareafcpoa.facebook.com or call MA1(SW) Alejandro Carral at DSN 626-5595. 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 decisionmaking. For details call MC1 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249. Alcoholics Anonymous Hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For details call 339267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/ countries/italy.htm.

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MOVIE SCHEDULE No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies Friday, December 6 5:30 p.m. Harriet, PG-13 6 p.m. Frozen II, PG 8 p.m. Ford v. Ferrari, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Last Christmas, PG-13 Saturday, December 7 3 p.m. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, PG 4:30 p.m. Frozen II, PG 5:30 p.m. Midway, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Ford v. Ferrari, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Zombieland 2: Double Tap, R Sunday, December 8 3 p.m. Frozen II, PG 4 p.m. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, PG 6 p.m. Last Christmas, PG-13 7 p.m. Terminator: Dark Fate, R Monday, December 9 Closed, No Movie Tuesday, December 10 Closed, No Movie Wednesday, December 11 5:30 p.m. Frozen II, PG 6:30 p.m. Harriet, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Zombieland 2: Double Tap, R Thursday, December 12 5:30 p.m. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, PG 6:30 p.m. Last Christmas, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Midway, PG-13

Ford v. Ferrari PG-13, Drama, 152 min. Cast: Christian Bale, Matt Damon, Caitriona Balfe, Jon Bernthal and Josh Lucas. American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford and challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966. Frozen II PG, Animation-Family, 104 min. Cast: Kristen Bell, Jason Ritter, Evan Rachel Wood, Jonathan Groff and Idina Menzel. Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an ancient, autumn-bound forest of an enchanted land. They set out to find the origin of Elsa's powers in order to save their kingdom. Harriet PG-13, Action-Biography-Drama, 125 min. Cast: Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr., Joe Alwyn,

Clarke Peters and Vanessa Bell Calloway. The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes, whose courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Last Christmas Premiere PG-13, Comedy, 103 min. Cast: Madison Ingoldsby, Emma Thompson, Boris Isakovic, Emilia Clarke and Maxim Baldry. Kate is a young woman subscribed to bad decisions. Her last date with disaster? That of having accepted to work as Santa's elf for a department store. However, she meets Tom there. Her life takes a new turn. For Kate, it seems too good to be true. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Last Showing PG, Adventure-Family-Fantasy, 118 min. Cast: Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning, Imelda Staunton, Michelle Pfeiffer and Juno Temple. Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the

complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play. Midway (2019) PG-13, War-Drama-Action-Adventure, 138 min. Cast: Woody Harrelson, Luke Evans, Patrick Wilson, Mandy Moore and Nick Jonas. MIDWAY centers on the Battle of Midway, a clash between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy which marked a pivotal turning point in the Pacific Theater during WWII. The film, based on the real-life events of this heroic feat, tells the story of the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude and bravery to overcome the odds. Terminator: Dark Fate R, Action-Adventure, 129 min. Cast: Mackenzie Davis, Linda Hamilton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Edward Furlong, Natalia Reyes. More than two decades have passed since Sarah Connor prevented Judgment Day, changed the future, and re-wrote the fate of the human race. Dani Ramos is living a simple life in Mexico City with her brother and father when a highly advanced and deadly new Terminator - a Rev-9 - travels back through time to hunt and kill her. Dani's survival depends on her joining forces with two warriors: Grace, an enhanced super-soldier from the future, and a battle-hardened Sarah Connor. As the Rev-9 ruthlessly destroys everything and everyone in its path on the hunt for Dani, the three are led to a T-800 from Sarah's past that may be their last best hope. Zombieland 2: Double Tap Last Showing R, Comedy-Action-Adventure, 99 min. Cast: Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, Abigail Breslin, and Rosario Dawson. Columbus, Tallahassee, Wichita, and Little Rock move to the American heartland as they face off against evolved zombies, fellow survivors, and the growing pains of the snarky makeshift

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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Meditation Sitting Group meets on Mondays begins at 6 p.m. at the Support Site Chapel. Participation is free Napoli Nation Fan Club is a group and newcomers are welcome. For details call the Chapel at DSN 629-4600. that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and proNATO Lions Rugby International vides SSC Napoli information to the Rugby Club is open to all interested community. Membership benefits inplayers – men, women and children clude SSC Napoli gear, discounted (5-12). Men’s rugby is Part of the tickets and entry to Napoli Nation Italian Rugby Union (FIR) and is functions. For details visit USASSCcontact rugby. Practice is every Napoli on Facebook. Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Joint Force Command at Lago Patria. Women’s Connect the Tots is an organization tag rugby practice is every Monday 5:30 p.m. at JFC. Children’s tag rug- for bringing together families with babies and toddlers to play and mingle. by practice is every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at JFC (January through Monthly club events include themed April). For details call Mickael Pier- parties, group outings off-base and playground meet-ups. For the latest rin or David Taylor at Comm. 081721-3222/3682 or visit our Facebook on club events, join us on Facebook at Connect the Tots (CTT), Naples Italy. pages at NATO Lions RFC (Naples, Italy); NATO Lionesses Tag Rugby; Catholic Women of the Chapel or NATO Lion Cubs Tag Rugby. (CWOC) meets weekly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for faith-sharing Harry S. Truman Lodge No. 649 most Wednesdays during the summer meets every second, third and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. For and every Wednesday during the details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704- school year. Child care provided. Please come join us. For more info 9607 or email email naplescwoc@gmail.com or visit gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit Facebook at CWOC - Naples, Italy https://www.hst649.org

The Naples Christian Homeschool Association meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond. For details email Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. 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: 6266672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building.

Security Note All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. For details call the AT/FP Division at 081-5685525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403. The Knights of Columbus, San Gennaro Council 14853, meets at noon on the first Wednesday of each month at the Support Site Chapel Offices. For details email Dana Eberlin at kofcnaples @gmail.com Register For On-Site Undergraduate Classes Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. Call UMUC Maryland at 081-5686673/74/75; Central Texas College at 081-568-6761.

Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. For details email Lt. Cmdr. Carney Park Golf Association Rhys Parker at (CPGA) is a non-profit organization rhys.a.parker.mil@mail.mil established for eligible Carney Park Golf Course patrons. The CPGA proThe Welfare & Recreation Associ- vides weekly social activities for all Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is Women, Infants, Children (Wic) ation is available to meet associates levels of golfer and often organize Overseas Program is offered at NSA in need of leaders and co-leaders. every Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. trips to other courses. Events are Training and support provided. For Naples. Women who are pregnant, to noon at two locations: the first floor held every Saturday and Sunday. details email naplesgs@yahoo.com. breastfeeding, postpartum or have of Bldg. 450 upstairs from Capo Land- For details call 081-568-1749. an infant or child under the age of ing; and the Community Center onFilipino-American Association of five may qualify for the program. Naples, Italy meets at 5 p.m. the sec- board Support Site. For details visit Educational & Developmental WIC Overseas is a nutrition educaond and last Thursday of every month http://www.wraitalia.it. Intervention Service Screenings tion program that provides nutriNow Available Room W09, Support tious supplemental foods. For deails at Striker’s Bowling Alley. For details Cub Scout Pack 007 Does your son Site Village Forum. For eligible chilcall Melygil Non at DSN 626-1690 or call 081-811-4962. Comm. 081-568-1690, or visit Fil-Am enjoy being outdoors, going on hikes, dren who have not reached their swimming and camping? The Naples third birthday. If you are concerned The Naples Area Second Class Naples, Italy on Facebook. Cub Scouts is an active program Petty Officer Association meets about your child’s development, conevery other Tuesday in the Capodichi- The U.S. Military Retiree Associa- that is open to boys between kinder- tact EDIS at 081-811-4676. no Theater at noon to discuss upcom- tion of Southern Italy (USMRA-SI) garten and fifth grade. Meetings and activities are three times per month. Latinos Unidos Welcomes New ing community outreach opportunities is the only association in Southern Boys can earn their way through the Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on Italy representing the interests of and charity events. For details, call ranks of Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear and the first Sunday of every month at the U.S. retired military personnel and OS2 Joseph Cavallaro at DSN 626their survivors. If you are not a mem- Webelos Scout. For details email Support Site park. For details email 4545 or email joseph.cavallaro@eu.navy.mil or MA2 ber and are eligible, visit the USMRA- naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil or call 334-6771-0327, or gabriel.sermeno@ Jessalyn Harrison at DSN 626-2871or SI at usmra-si.tripod.com or call Wylie the Facebook Page: Naples Cub Scouts - Pack 007. Miller at 329-208-7315. eu. navy.mil or call 081-811-5554. jessalyn.harrison@eu.navy.mil

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Commander, U.S. Africa Command, Embarks USS Florida By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

U.S. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and Rear Adm. William J. Houston, deputy commander, U.S. 6thFleet (C6F) and commander, Submarine Group (SUBGRU) 8 embarked the Ohio-class fleet guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) for a two-day underway, Nov. 25 to 26, 2019. During the embark, Townsend was able to witness the daily life aboard a submarine and learn more about the missions of submarines deployed throughout the AFRICOM and U.S. European Command (EUCOM) areas of operations. “You spend long days doing things on this ship, and it may seem monotonous for some of you,” said Townsend. “But I would tell you that it’s very important work for [AFRICOM]. The president of the United States approves your missions. Trust me, what you’re doing here is really important for America and keeps America safe.” During the visit, Townsend held an all hands call where he pinned a newly-earned Enlisted Submarine Warfare Device onto Missile Technician 3rd Class Cody Spinks

and awarded his personal challenge coin to members of the crew. Florida, like other ships of its class, has two crews that rotate out at regular intervals, the “Blue” and “Gold” crews. This visit served to familiarize members of the AFRICOM staff with the ship as well as provide an opportunity for the ship’s current “Gold” crew and leadership to ask questions. “I think it’s important for Sailors aboard this ship to put a face to the name for who orders and approves some of the missions they are a part of,” said Houston. “Embarks like these provide a rare opportunity for the crew members to ask the questions that have been lingering in the back of their mind and for them to get a direct, face-toface answer. Florida recently hosted David Muir from ABC Nightly News and was excited to host another distinguished guest. “Hosting Gen. Townsend aboard this ship has been an honor,” said Capt. M. Seth Burton, Gold crew commanding officer aboard Florida. “This embark was a great opportunity to show our leadership, our incredibly capable platform, and our crew. My submariners appreciated the

U.S. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), right, speaks with Command Master Chief Joseph H. Riley, chief of the boat, Ohio-class fleet guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728), in the torpedo room aboard the ship in the Mediterranean Sea Nov. 25, 2019. AFRICOM, a full-spectrum combatant command, is one of the six U.S. Defense Department's geographic combatant commands and is responsible for all DoD operations, exercises, and security cooperation on the African continent, its island nations, and surrounding waters. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

opportunity to meet the new AFRICOM commander and to hear that their consistent hard work and efforts are highly valued.” Florida, a 560-foot submarine with 18,750 tons of water displacement, is conducting operations in the Mediterranean in support of AFRICOM and EUCOM. The third of four SSGN platforms, it is capable of conducting clandestine strike operations,

joint special operation forces operations, battle space preparation and information operations, SSGN/SSN consort operations, carrier and expeditionary strike group operations, battle management, and experimentation of future submarine payloads. C6F, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and inter-

agency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. AFRICOM, a full-spectrum combatant command, is one of the six U.S. Defense Department's geographic combatant commands and is responsible for all DoD operations, exercises, and security cooperation on the African continent, its island nations, and surrounding waters.

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JOBS CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES (CHR) Effective immediately and until further notice, the Human Resources Office (HRO) Naples, first floor of Admin 1 aboard Capodichino, new Customers Service hours are as follows: ●Monday – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ●Tuesday – CLOSED (By appointment for urgent matters only) ●Wednesday – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ●Thursday – CLOSED (By appointment for urgent matters only) ●Friday – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Office hours for DD-1172-2 Form (ID/CAC Cards) or work certificate requests will be on Monday, Wednesday or Friday by appointment only. Please call DSN 6265772 or 626-5409 for additional information and to schedule an appointment. For any urgent matters outside the above office hours, please contact our Front Desk at DSN 626-5409 for assistance.

U.S. POSITIONS USAJOBS website: https://don.usajobs.gov IMPORTANT NOTICE: USA Staffing Applicant Documentation – Process Change effective July 1, 2019 For any Job Announcement posted July 1, 2019, or later, all applicants, including current Department of the Navy (DON) employees, will be required to submit both eligibility and qualification supporting documents at time of application. This change in process is designed to increase the quality of our referral certificates, standardize application procedures for all DON vacancy announcements, and reduce the wait time for tentative job offers. Documentation Requirements At the time of application, applicants must provide documentation that supports the eligibility, promotion eligibility, and qualification claims they make in their application package, such as: copies of SF50s, transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. This includes transcripts and licenses to support eligibility for announcements for occupational series in which DON employees currently reside in (e.g., engineers). Applicants that do not provide supporting documentation at the time of application will not be referred to the hiring manager. For additional information, applicants may consult the Civilian Human Resources (CHR) Office web site at https://www.cnic.navy.mil/re gions/cnreurafswa/about/job _openings/USVacancies.html, or call the CHR front desk at DSN 626-5409 or Commercial 081-568-5409. All Department of Navy overseas US civilian positions aboard Naples and Gaeta commuting area will be posted on USAJOBS website. Not familiar with USAJOBS? Get started by creating an account at https://don.usajobs.gov. Once registered, you may cus-

tomize 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 please contact our front desk at DSN 6265409 or commercial 081-5685409. 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thusday from 12:15 to 3 p.m. The announcements are also visible at the following link: 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 Support Site (Gricignano) or at the Civilian Human Resources (CHR) at Capodichino. The CHR Office must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. CLOSING December 12, 2019 Human Resources Specialist (LR/ER), Ua-0201-03 KPP Ua-02/01 or Ua-0201-02 KPP Ua-01 or Ua-0201-01, ANN# 3049B-513495-EI-A1, FullTime Permanent CLOSING December 19, 2019 Financial Technician, Ua0503-03, ANN# 66096-513480AG, Full-Time Permanent Functional Acquisition Systems Support Specialist, Ua-1101-05 KPP 04/03, or Ua1101-04 KPP 03, or Ua-110103, ANN# 3490B-502289-RR, Full-Time Permanent CANCELLED Lead HR Specialist Specialista delle Risorse Umane (Benefits), Ua-020101 KPP Q2, or Q-0201-Q2, ANN# 3049B-482584-EI, FullTime Permanent Functional Acquisition Systems Support Specialist, Ua-1101-03 KPP 02, or Ua1101-02 KPP 01, or Ua-110101, ANN# 3490B-502288-RD, Full-Time Permanent, AOC: current permanent local national employees of NAVSUP UIC 40411 AND UIC 3490B If you have any questions, contact the front desk at DSN 6265409 or Commercial 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 pro-

vide 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 bi-weekly “Meet & Greet” at the Support Site Food Court from 8 to 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 next “Meet & Greet” is 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/about/job_openings.html – The necessary application forms are also available on line. For questions please call 081-568- 4164/ 2505/5612/8202. The applica-

tions may be emailed to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil NAF currently has no job openings, however please keep checking the Panorama and our website for upcoming announcements and job openings.

SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in Italy. Make sure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). For any questions or concerns please call the numbers above.

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NAPLES DISTRIBUTION CENTER Ann# 190003VB Warehouse Worker / 71/NA-05. Flex Open Until Filled. Pay: $14.06 per hour. Job Summary: Responsible for one or more functions (receiving, storing, issuing and shipping, etc.) within a warehouse area. May be assisted by several lower grade associates.

Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B. Call DSN 629-4774 or Comm. 081-813-5252/ 5253/5254. Hours: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit https://www.NavyExchange.j obs – To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on

All positions listed above are only open to U.S. citizens who are family members of U.S. Military or Civilian personnel currently assigned to Naples, Italy.

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Dec. 9-12: Spin Bike Sale MWR Fitness is selling 30 excess spin bikes. View and test bikes, and submit a sealed bid Monday to Thursday, Dec. 9 to 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Support Site Fitness Forum. The sale is open to all eligible MWR customers 18 years and older (FFR (N9) staff and their family members are not eligible.) The minimum starting bid will be posted on each bike. All bikes will be sold in “As Is” condition with all sales final. Bid winners will be notified Friday, Dec. 13. For more information and photos, go to www.navymwrnaples.com/fitness-sports/spin-bike-sale. If you have questions, call DSN 629-6604 or Comm. 081-811-6604. Dec. 10: Troop Lunch and Holiday Chili Cook-Off USO Naples will host a free Hot Dog lunch in conjunction with the SAPR Holiday Chili Cook-Off. Come enjoy lunch and bring your famous chili to put it to the test. We invite all to come and taste the chili and be our judges. Please show up with your chili at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will begin at 11 a.m. Prizes will be awarded. For details email nancy.powers@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 629-6545, or contact the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903. Dec. 11: Automotive Workshop Join a free automotive workshop at Auto Skills Center Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Get your vehicle ready for winter weather. A qualified auto mechanic will cover the basics such as bat-

MORE BASE NOTES tery check and charging, tire mounting and balancing and winterizing your vehicle. For details, call DSN 629-4971 or Comm. 081-811-4971. Dec. 11: Spouse Coffee-Tombola Game USO Naples will host a free afternoon social for military spouses on Dec. 11 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Support Site Community Center. The morning will feature playing Italian style bingo, tombola, for a chance to win great prizes while learning local customs. This will be a great opportunity for spouses to mingle while enjoying complimentary refreshments. Limited availability; inperson registration required. For details contact the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903. Dec. 11, 18, 24: Advent Prayers, Meditations, and Reflections During these two 30-minute worship experiences and a Christmas Eve Service, we will have an opportunity to discover how to move forward with Hope, Peace, Joy and Love becoming the primary parts of us that prepare us for miracles during this Season of Goodwill. The Advent Service will have readings, prayers and songs from volunteers and a homily from the Chaplain. All gatherings will occur in the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Chapel located on the second deck. All are welcome to attend on Wednesdays from 12 to 12:30 p.m. and Dec. 24 from 5 to 5:45 p.m.

• Dec. 11 Volunteers: Mr. Jacoby Fleming & Mrs. Sue Curran • Dec. 18 Volunteers: Mr. Ryan Dickinson & Mrs. Maria Marion • Dec. 24 Volunteers: Ombudsman Members (TBA) There are still a few opportunities for volunteer participation. For details, contact Chaplain Whalen at DSN 629-6450 or Comm. 081-811-6450. Now-Dec. 11: Registration for Ugly Sweater 5k Register for the Ugly Sweater 5k Run at the fitness centers on Capodichino and Support Site Now-Dec. 11. The Ugly Sweater 5k Run will be Thursday, Dec. 12, at 5 p.m. starting in front of the Support Site Fitness Forum. All participants will receive a mug and a candy cane. Ugly sweaters are encouraged – the uglier the better! Strollers and bikes are permitted. For details, call Support Site Fitness Forum at DSN 629-6604 or Comm. 081-811-6604, or Capo Fit Zone at DSN 626-4266 or Comm. 081-568-4266. Dec. 11-12: Naval Branch Health Clinic Capodichino Service Outages The Capodichino Branch Health Clinic will undergo ventilation duct cleaning from Nov. 25 to Dec. 16. There will be no dental services at the Capo Clinic on Wed. Dec. 11 and Thur. Dec. 12 due to cleaning of those spaces. Dental services will still be available at the Support Site hospital those days. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for

your patience as we maintain our spaces. For questions or concerns, please call DSN 626-5957 or 626-5801. Dec. 12: Seabee Ball Trivia Night The Seabee Ball is hosting their annual Trivia Night at O 'Rhys Pub at 6 p.m. to raise funds for the 2020 Seabee Ball. Enter your team of 4 for a chance to play for prizes all while enjoying food and drink. All proceeds go to the ball. Must be 18 or older to play. For details or to register, contact SW1 Kevin Speice (kevin.speice@eu.navy.mil). Dec. 12: Story Time at Support Site Library Preschool children will enjoy reading fun Thursday, Dec. 12, 10:30 a.m. at the Support Site Library. The theme is Santa! For details, call DSN 629-4361 or Comm. 081-811-4361. Dec. 12: Holiday Party and Sale at the Carney Park Golf Course It’s time for a holiday party at the Carney Park Golf Course Thursday, Dec. 12, 5 to 8 p.m. Bring an ornament to help decorate the tree and enjoy an evening of festivities. Shop for gifts with great deals on golf merchandise. For details, call Comm. 081-526-4296. Dec. 12: Ho-Ho-Holiday Troop Brunch USO Naples will host a free brunch at the Capodichino Air Terminal (USO) Lounge for US Active Duty service members from 11 a.m. to noon. For details contact the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903.

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Where Did the Christmas Tree Tradition Come From? By Emily Donovan

Every year across the globe millions of Christmas trees are harvested, sold and placed in our homes. We decorate them, put presents under them and after the holidays, the trees are retired for the rest of the year. These traditions started long ago. For thousands of years plants and trees that hold their green color during the winter months have had special significance in several countries. The modern Christmas tree came from German tradition. Christian households often brought trees inside to decorate. Many believe that the first instance of a lit Christmas tree came about when Protestant minister Martin Luther saw stars shining through an evergreen and tried to recreate the scene for his family using lighted candles. America adopted this custom much later, originally denying their use because they were seen as pagan symbols. As a matter of fact, in 1659

a law was enacted outlawing the celebration of Christmas as anything other than a religious observance. Still, the tree won out, and by the turn of the 20th century Christmas decorations were being imported from Germany, and trees graced the homes of many American families. The tradition was accepted so quickly that by the 1940’s Christmas trees were springing up in town squares across the nation. The most famous of these trees may be the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City. The Rockefeller Center tree was first placed in 1931. It was undecorated and placed by construction workers working at the site. Two years after that the tree was erected and lit with electric lights. Now the Rockefeller tree boasts an astounding 25,000 Christmas lights. Christmas trees are now grown in all 50 states, with 77 million new trees being planted every year.

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DAILY TOURS

Upcoming USO Tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 http://naples.uso.org http://www.sg-tours.com

Dec. 8: Benevento & the Nougat Festival. . . . . . ...€47 Dec. 13: Salerno Christmas Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . ...€27 Dec. 14: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. . . . . . €89 Dec. 15: Christmas Shopping in Sorrento . . . . . . . . €29 Dec. 20: Wine & Dine in a Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €55 Dec. 21: Sassi of Matera & Live Nativity Scene . . . €55 Dec. 22: Kids’ Treasure Hunt at the Royal Palace . . €29 Dec. 27: Children Ceramic Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€35 Dec. 28: Afternoon at the Circus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €25 Dec. 29: Family Day at Cantina del Vesuvio Winery . €45 Dec. 30: Salerno Christmas Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . €27 Dec. 31: Christmas Alley Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . €25

Wine tasting tours are for adults only

EXTENDED TOURS

TOURS OPEN TO BOTH U.S. MILITARy AND NATO I.D. CARD HOLDERS

Dec. 24-Dec. 25: Christmas in Gubbio & Assisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €225 Dec. 30-Jan. 2: New Year’s Individual Package to London...prices start from. . . . . . . €599 For tour information, call the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903 or visit www.sg-tours.com

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