Panorama February 15, 2019

64th year, No. 5

Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy Russell Egnor Navy Media Awards – 2016 Best Newspaper in the Navy

Friday, February 8, 2019

Naples Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Director Awarded Meritorious Public Service Award

By Sandra Niedzwiecki Naval Forces Europe-Africa Public Affairs

Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (CNEA) and commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples, awarded Margaret Copson, director of the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) a Department of the Navy Meritorious Public Service Award at Naval Support Activity Naples, January 30, 2019.

“Since 1997, for 22 years, Margaret has been involved in all sorts of loan management functions, monitoring management, Gaeta emergency services, and the USS Mount Whitney Shipboard Office,” Foggo said. “We recognize all those years of incredible service she gave to our community.

The 2019 National Intelligence Strategy aims at encouraging innovation and sharing information and intelligence among like-minded nations, the director of national intelligence said. DOD photo

New Strategy Encourages Innovation, Naval Support Activity Naples Trains for Oil Spill Containment Better Intel Sharing CIVILIAN MERITORIOUS AWARD

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Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples (left), awarded Margaret Copson, director of the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society a Department of the Navy Meritorious Public Service Award at Naval Support Activity Naples, January 30, 2019. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

From NSA Naples Public Affairs

Damage Controlman 2nd Class Nickolas Dehoyos logs status reports during a simulated oil spill in the emergency operations center onboard Naval Support Activity Naples February 1. The log is used to keep emergency operations center watchstanders up to date as they make decisions. The training is designed to prepare the team to respond and minimalize environmental impact in case an actual oil spill occurs. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donavan K. Patubo

Sailors and civilians assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples participated in a simulated oil spill drill February 1.

The drill, which took place at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) onboard Capodichino and lasted several hours, featured a simulated oil spill at NSA Naples’ port facilities in Gaeta, Italy.

Oil spill drills are an essential part of annual training, and help prepare team members to rapidly respond to what could be a hazardous, environmentally threatening situation.

“When you have an emergency situation like an oil spill occur, you have to immediately react in the interest of safety and

mitigating further damage,” Scott Humphreys, NSA Naples emergency management officer, said.

“Plus, as an organization operating on the water, we have a unique responsibility to prevent harm to the environment.”

Though protecting the environment around Naples and Gaeta from oil spills is not their primary job, the 40-plus members of the EOC team are required to be trained and ready to contain spills anytime, anywhere in our operational area.

This drill, which was designed to prepare emergency management personnel to respond to, manage and contain a significant oil spill and test OIL SPILL DRILL

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CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 JOBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 2019 USO NAPLES GOT TALENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4

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By Jim Garamone

The latest iteration of the National Intelligence Strategy aims at encouraging innovation and sharing information and intelligence among likeminded nations, the director of national intelligence said.

The 2019 National Intelligence Strategy aims at encouraging innovation and sharing information and intelligence among like-minded nations, the director of national intelligence said.

Daniel R. Coats released the quadrennial strategy yesterday, calling it “our guide for the next four years to better serve the needs of our customers, to help them make informed decisions on national security issues, and to ultimately keep our nation safe.”

The intelligence strategy will help the agencies that make up America’s intelligence community align resources – money, equipment and people – where they are most needed.

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PANoRAMA February 8, 2019

CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Todd Abrahamson NSA Naples Commanding Officer

ssistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, the Honorable Gregory J. Slavonic, visited NSA Naples this week and we were honored to host him.

As the Navy’s senior leader responsible for the overall supervision and oversight of manpower and reserve component programs and policies, Secretary Slavonic came here to review the requirements and challenges experienced by personnel serving in the U.S. Sixth Fleet Area of Operations. His visit, which included tours on Capo and Support Site, was yet another example of how important our base and its tenant commands are to the Navy’s senior leadership.

When policy makers like Secretary Slavonic want to learn more about the manning requirements of one of our Navy’s most active fleets, they come right here to Naples. No matter what command you belong to or what job you perform, please remember that what you do and the missions you support are top priorities for our Navy.

This week also marked the first week of Black History Month. Every February our nation celebrates the contributions of African Americans to our proud history and in the military, we honor the accomplishments and sacrifices of those who served and still are serving today. On February 22nd, the Naples area multicultural heritage committee will be hosting a presentation on the paths many African Americans had to take toward opportunities to impact and shape our nation.

You can also check out the Naval History and Heritage Command’s website at history.navy.mil for stories on the African American experience in the U.S. Navy. I highly recommend reading these stories on Sailors and Marines like Carl Brashear, William Pinckney, Oscar Austin, and Samuel Lee Gravely Jr. The accounts of their service to our nation make it abundantly clear why we’ve named some of the mightiest warships in the world after them and use others as case studies in leadership and bravery.

Tax season is also upon us, and although we as OCONUS service members are entitled to a two month extension past April, it’s best not to wait till the last minute. We have ample resources on base to help out, including the Region Legal Service Office’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. VITA is a selfservice program for active-duty and retired service members and their dependents, and deployed Department of Defense civilian employees. It’s also free!

Trained volunteers provide free assistance in filing your returns for this tax year both at the Capodichino Library and Support Site at the Fleet and Family Center. For more information contact the Legal Assistance Office at 081-568-4576. Those who prefer to file their own taxes can visit IRS.gov for the required forms and instructions, and further information on how to file.

As always, thanks for reading the Panorama! For more information about NSA Naples, please follow us on Twitter @NSA_Naples and Facebook at facebook.com/NSANaples/

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BASE NOTES Safety Office Reminders Driving Under the Influence (DUI): The base has had two reported DUI’s in the past two weeks. During one incident, which occurred off base, the motor vehicle operator refused to consent to testing. Remember that if you refuse to consent to testing by local police – who DO NOT need probable cause to stop you – can charge you based solely on observation, and they will also confiscate your driver’s license. This will also result in your base driving privileges being suspended. The blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for a DUI is .05%. Use designated drivers, call your friend or someone in your chain of command, BUT NEVER DRINK and DRIVE. For details email james.a.dickinson@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 626-3147 or Comm. 081-568-3147.

Parking Safety: In both parking garage’s onboard Capodichino, pedestrians have the right of way. It is important to note that in the East garage (near the Capo Inn and base library) traffic flows in different directions: Floors -2 and -1 flow in one direction; while floors 1 through 5 flow in the opposite direction. Motorists should watch out for “Do Not Enter” signs and arrows on the pavement or walls, and the movement of other vehicles. NEVER turn the wrong way down a lane in either garage. Several nearmisses have occurred due to people violating the correct flow of traffic to get into a coveted parking spot. For details email james.a.dickinson@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 626-3147 or Comm. 081-568-3147.

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NMCRS New Office Hours and Thrift Store Closure The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society’s office hours have changed. The new office hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Additionally, beginning February 11, the NMCRS Thrift Store at Support Site will be temporarily closed during the transition to new leadership. The projected re-opening of the Thrift Shop is March 5. For details email NMCRS Relief Services Assistant Zoe Peck at zoe.peck@nmcrs.org or call DSN 626-3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913.

Security Training Exercises NSA Naples Security Department will be conducting ongoing Security Training Exercises every Tuesday. Be aware that training may affect traffic times entering or departing the installations. You may observe role players at or around the entry control points or perimeters of the installation. This reminder is to ensure no one is caught off guard or frightened by required training. However, if you see something suspicious or out of place, please do not hesitate and immediately report the incident to NSA Dispatch at DSN 626-5638 or Comm. 081-568-5638. For details about the training exercises call Security Training Division at DSN 629-4453 or Comm. 081-811-4453.

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THE INSIDE PAGE 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, email 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.

Students from Liceo Classico Imbriani in Pomigliano d’Arco (NA) Tour NSA Naples High school students from Liceo Classico Imbriani in Pomigliano d’Arco (NA) toured U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) at Capodichino last Friday. The tour included the chapel, library, gym, food court, fire department, air operations and USO. Students and teachers were very enthusiastic and learned a lot about the U.S. Navy here in Naples. Photo by Gary Nichols

ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS during the World War II. The castle knew a long period of degradation, and in January 2014, the palace was acquired by the Italian Italian National Institute of Statistics Ministry of Cultural Heritage, and since Updated Consumer-Price Index 2016 the palace has been managed by the The Italian National Institute of Statistics Real Site of Carditello Foundation to pro(ISTAT) updated the basket of goods and mote its knowledge, protection, recovery services for the consumer-price index to cal- and enhancement. For the entire month of culate the inflation rate. The new entries February, the palace is opened every Sunthat monitor the consumer-price index bas- day from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tour guides ket are wild berries, ginger, electric bicycles, will accompany you to discover the Real hover boards, Web TV services and scooter Site, providing historical and artistic inforsharing. Blank CDs and energy-saving light mation. The journey takes about 30 minbulbs were removed from the basket, acutes. Participation is free. cording to ISTAT. Beginning Spring 2019 Tourists to First Persano Horse in a Century Born Venice will Pay Entrance Fee Inside Royal Palace of Carditello As of May 2019, tourists visiting Venice for a The 18th century palace located on the single day-trip may have to pay an entrance Royal Estate of Carditello, in Caserta fee of three euros. The mayor of Venice, Luigi province announced the first birth of a Per- Brugnaro said that 2019 will be a transition sano horse inside the castle after more than yeas as from January 2020, the fee will in100 years, occurred last Sunday. The horse, crease up to 10 euros on heavy tourism days called Ionia is part of breed horses that to regulate the admission according to the exwere bred at the Real Site dedicated to pected tourist flow. Visitors staying in hotels breeding and agricultural center, the palace will be exempt from the payment as hotel was a hunting lodge belonging to the guests already have to pay a local tax for Neapolitan Bourbon Monarchy for the mili- their stay. The mayor said that in 2022 the tary cavalry. This palace was used by the booking of access to the city will be in full King and his court for hunting trips. It was mode and the goal is to help pay for mainteoccupied by German and American troops nance and cleanliness of the historic city.

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Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the 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 Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Room. For details call VFW Post Commander Joel Driscoll at Comm. 340-9733324 or visit www.vfw.napoli@gmail.com or Facebook at VFW Post 12159-Monte 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 081-568-4788 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.

Naples Military HOG Chapter Seeking New Members If you’re a motorcycle rider, whether it’s on a sport bike or a cruiser, and you want to see the wonders of Italy on the back of that scoot, then the Naples Military HOG Chapter is for you. Meet other members of Europe’s HOG Chapters and even make it to HOG Rallies throughout Italy and Europe.

We have monthly meetings to welcome newcomers and discuss monthly rides. If you have a sport bike or a Harley Scoot and are interested in becoming a member there are many ways of contacting us: call Jordan Berryman at 342-755-2079 or email jorthebore@gmail.com; come to one of our monthly meetings at Liberty Bell (O’Connor’s Pub) in Pinetamare or stop by Naples Military Auto Sales at the Support Site food court; or visit us on facebook at oconnorsbylibertybell or naplesmilitaryhogchapter.

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High Energy Show: USO’s 2019 Naples Got Talent From Naples USO

John Paul Jones. Portrait by A.S. Conrad. Courtesy U.S. Navy

HISTORY: FIRST OFFICIAL SALUTE From Naval History and Heritage Command

John Paul Jones, America’s greatest Revolutionary naval commander and founder of America’s naval tradition, while serving as the commanding officer of the sloop-of-war Ranger, received the first official salute to the U.S. Stars and Strips flag by a European country, at Quiberon, France, on February 14, 1778.

Jones and French Admiral La Motte Piquet exchanged gun salutes – the first time that the Stars and Stripes, carrying the flag of the new nation, was officially recognized by a foreign government.

Jones and his crew of 140 men had left Portsmouth, New Hampshire, three months earlier for the harbor town of Brest, France, and ultimately the Irish Sea. His mission was to raid British warships in their own waters.

One of the greatest naval commanders in history, Jones is regarded as the “Father of the American Navy.” He is buried in a crypt at the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis, Maryland, where a Marine honor guard stands watch over one of America’s greatest naval heroes.

The biggest USO Naples production of the year was held on February 2 at the Naples High School Cafeteria for the more than 300 people who showed up at the Naples High School last Saturday for the 2019 Naples Got Talent show.

This annual event, which has been hosted by Naples USO for the past 12 years is the organization’s biggest event of the year, and showcases talented performers from among Naval Support Activity community members.

The phenomenal 12th edition of the popular talent show was kicked off by the U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band “Flagship,” that with their high energy performances engaged the crowds and set the mood for a great night of entertainment.

Under the watchful eye of three esteemed judges – Commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Africa, Admiral James G. Foggo III; Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Abrahamson; and Navy Region EURAFSWA Program Analyst and classically trained pianist and vocalist Ileana Ramirez – provided feedback and scores after each act. Performers were judged based on stage presence, showmanship and overall talent.

The twelfth edition of this popular USO talent show, hosted by USO Naples Volunteer, Courtney Stroman, featured 10 talented NSA Naples residents who battled to the sound of musical performances and dance acts and delivered a great night of pure entertainment. Along with the great music, wonderful acts and pure community spirit, attendees enjoyed complimentary refreshments, sponsored by Coffee Point and participated in our half time giveaway bonanza for four United Lounges Passes that were given away to two lucky community members.

“The camaraderie among the contestants, the enthusiasm of our volunteers, the community spirit and the support of our Navy Leadership, all contribute to help make Naples Got Talent such a wonderful program,” USO Naples Area Director Sabrina Pullido said. “Thanks to our live Facebook feed, families and friends back home, also had the opportunity to tune in and watch their love ones perform.”

Ten acts engaged the crowds with their musical acts and kept the judges on the toes. From classic music, to original songs, passing through dance routines and top hits, our performers delivered a show that everyone truly enjoyed.

“Being able to provide a platform for our contestants and allowing them to use music as the conduit to express who they are and what they love, truly contributes to the success of this event,” Pullido added.

With two astonishing musical performances, NSA Naples resident and military spouse, Amber Flores received consensus of attendees and won the 2019 edition of Naples Got Talent for her version of“How far I’ll go.”

Photo courtesy of Christina and Joe Luthy

After an initial selection of the best five acts, the audience – who were singing and dancing along with Amber Flores who was belting out “How far I’ll go” from the Disney movie “Moana” – unanimously voted for her as the overall firstplace winner of the 2019 Naples Got Talent.

She was awarded a trophy for her amazing performance, along with two roundtrip airline tickets to the continental United States, courtesy of United Airlines, and two United Lounge Passes.

Second- and third-place spots were respectively taken by Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Dedric Palmer and military spouse Mary E. Parris. Both winners received a $100 Navy Exchange (NEX) gift card courtesy of Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) and two $100 gift cards courtesy of USAA. NAPLES GOT TALENT

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

Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Abrahamson signs a Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month Proclamation at the Naples Middle High School cafeteria on February 1. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donavan K. Patubo

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month From Fleet and Family Support Center Clinical Team

Dating violence is preventable but requires a community approach to stop it before it starts.

Abuse affects people of all ages, backgrounds and identities, and has a lasting impact on all aspects of life, including social, emotional, cognitive and behavioral health. Providing education and raising awareness is essential and it should be everyone’s responsibility to stop dating violence.

According to a 1998 article in the American Journal of Public Health, teaching young adults about healthy relationships and ways to avoid dating violence can reduce physical and sexual dating violence by 60 percent. A number of adults (22.4 percent of women and 15 percent of men) who were victims of rape, physical violence as well as stalking by a dating partner say they first experienced some form of partner violence in their adolescence – between 11 and 17 years of age. So there is an invaluable benefit of equipping teenagers with the necessary skills to develop and sustain healthy relationships as well as how to break up or maintain boundaries and build refusal skills in an appropriate manner.

Young adults should learn about acceptable and unacceptable dating behavior.

They can learn to recognize the warning signs of dating abuse. An unhealthy relationship is when one partner tries to exert control and power over the other physically, sexually, and/or emotionally.

The most common form of dating violence for teenagers is emotional abuse which may include the use of social media and technology to stalk, embarrass, isolate, and control.

Parents play a vital role in helping their

teenagers learn what is acceptable in a relationship and what is not.

The value of respect and the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships should be imparted upon young adults before they start to date. Healthy relationships aid teenagers in the development and practice of important skills such as compromise, cooperation, sensitivity and understanding of others’ feelings, and healthy emotional expression.

Start the discussion today with your adolescent. Create a safe and secure place for youth to openly communicate with you about his or her relationships. Helping your child think about the tenets of acceptable behaviors will lead to a relationship intelligent teenager.

Learn the warning signs of dating abuse and start the conversation with your young adult today about how to foster healthy relationships. Qualities of a healthy or acceptable relationship include: mutual respect (values, boundaries); trust; honesty; compromise; individuality; good communication; anger control; fighting fair; problem solving; understanding; self-confidence; being a role model; and a healthy sexual relationship.

During February, join us in raising awareness of Teen Dating Violence by attending community events, sign a healthy relationship pledge and talk to young people about healthy relationships.

More information and help is available at www.loveisrespect.org or www.militaryonesource.mil or call the National Teen Dating Violence Hotline at 1-866331-9497 or text “loveis” to 22522. You can also visit Fleet and Family Support Center at the Navy Lodge (1st floor) onboard Support Site or call DSN 629-6372 or Comm. 081-811-6372 or visit their Facebook page at naplesffsc.

● Feb. 8: Planning for Retirement, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 11-12: Boots to Business, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 12: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (2 of 3 sessions). ● Feb. 13: Sponsorship Training, 9 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 13: USA Jobs 101, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 14: Smooth Move, 8 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 14: Baby Boot Camp, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 14: Hand Gestures, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 19: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (3 of 3 sessions). ● Feb. 19: Tummy Time, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Feb. 19: Stress Relaxation Techniques, 2 to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. All classes require registration.

Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

ENERGY CONSERVATION Test Your Energy Savings From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

1. What accounts for the most energy use in American homes?

A - Heating and cooling B - Electronics and lighting C - Appliances 2. How much electricity does a typical American home use per month?

A - 9000 kilowatt hours B - 900 kilowatt hours C - 90,000 kilowatt hours 3. How much does a typical U.S. family spend on home utility bills per year?

A - $1,100 B - $2,200 C - $3,300 4. What are phantom loads?

A - Electronics and appliances that consume power when they are turned off but still plugged in.

B - Residual or unused energy that can be re-purposed to power electronics and appliances.

C - Warnings on electronic devices that indicate they need to be charged or plugged in.

5. How much money can you save by switching to ENERGY STAR appliances, fans and electronics over their lifetime?

A - $575 B - $750 C - $921 SEE SOLUTIONS ON Page 7

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SOUND OFF: YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY MESSAGE

MC1 Fred Gray IV “Amber, you are the love of my life. Without you I’d be a lost man with no purpose and no family.”

GM1 Rachel Maurer “I love you and I wish you were here. Happy Valentine’s Day!”

Lt. Timothy Pietrack “You are the most incredible woman I’ve ever met. I’m proud to be your husband.

Happy Valentine’s Day. I love you.”

RP1 Keri Michalski “Jeffery Dean, I love you with my whole heart. I can’t thank you enough for your love and devotion to our kids and myself.

There’s no other person I’d rather spend this ride with than you.”

YN1 Jessica Gonzalez-Evans “Thank you for being my blessing from God. You are truly everything I could ask for and more.”

Foggo Meets with Thaçi, Haradinaj and Jevtić From JFC Public Affairs

Adm. James Foggo met with Hashim Thaçi, Ramush Haradinaj and Dalibor Jevtić on January 31 in Pristina, Kosovo. The leaders discussed the current state of security in Kosovo, in the context of KFOR’s mission to provide a safe and secure environment plus freedom of movement for all people in Kosovo, under UN Security Council Resolution 1244.

During the visit, Foggo discussed the issue of Kosovo’s plan to transition the Kosovo Security Force.

Foggo reminded Thaci and Haradinaj that the Secretary General and the North Atlantic Council have consistently said that any change to the mandate of the KSF will mean that NATO will have to re-examine its level of engagement with the KSF. This work is under way now in Brussels.

Foggo stated that he expects the transition of the KSF to be a progressive, transparent and inclusive effort that is closely coordinated with NATO and the international community. He reinforced the need for KSF activities to adhere to the limits set out in Mr. Thaçi’s 2013 letter in which he stated the KSF would not operate in northern Kosovo without prior concurrence by KFOR. Foggo underlined that all interested parties understand that the Kosovo Po-

Adm. James Foggo traveled to Pristina, Kosovo on January 31 to meet leaders to discuss the current state of security in Kosovo, KFOR’s mission and Kosovo’s plan to transition the Kosovo Security Force. Photo courtesy of JFC Naples

lice Special Units is not part of KSF, and that Institutions in Kosovo must demonstrate the difference. Lastly, as KFOR nears its 20-year anniversary, Foggo said that KFOR intends to honor those NATO personnel who gave their lives in support of a safe and secure environment. Foggo commands NATO’s Allied Joint Force Command Naples, which oversees KFOR.

NATO remains committed through KFOR to a safe and secure environment in Kosovo and to the stability in the wider Western Balkans.

Formed in 1949 with the signing of the Washington Treaty, NATO is a security alliance of 28 countries from North America and Europe. NATO's fundamental goal is to safeguard the Allies' freedom and security by politi-

cal and military means. NATO remains the principal security instrument of the transatlantic community and expression of its common democratic values. It is the practical means through which the security of North America and Europe are permanently tied together. NATO enlargement has furthered the U.S. goal of a Europe whole, free, and at peace.

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Solutions: 1 - A: According to the most recent Residential Energy Consumption Survey, heating and cooling accounted for 48 percent of total energy consumption in American homes.

2 - B: According to the Energy Information Administration, average annual electricity consumption for a U.S. residential utility customer was 10,908 kilowatt hours, an average of 909 kilowatt hours per month.

3 - B: The 115 million residences in America today collectively use an estimated 22.5 percent of the country’s total energy. The typical U.S. family spends OIL SPILL DRILL

at least $2,200 a year on home utility bills.

4 - A: According to Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, a typical American home has 40 products constantly drawing power. Together these amount to almost 10 percent of residential electricity use.

5 - B: Using ENERGY STAR certified products – which incorporate advanced technologies that use 10 to 15 percent less energy and water than standard models – throughout your home could save nearly $750 over the lifetime of the products.

For more tips on Energy Conservation call Gennaro Gargiulo or Steelworker 2nd Class Axel J. Gomez at DSN 626-1895 or Comm.

081-568-1865.

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their ability to provide an immediate and effective response to any accidental release of oil or other hazardous substances.

The idea of an oil spill is not a hypothetical scenario. In spring of 2010 a waste-oil barge collided with a local boat, spilling an estimated 1,900 liters (500 gallons) of marine diesel fuel into the water near Gaeta. Responding quickly, NSA personnel in cooperation with Italian authorities contained the spill and prevented any significant environmental damage.

“Every time we conduct this kind of training, our team gains more and more confidence in their ability to respond to a real world scenario,” Humphreys said.

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.

For more news from Naval Support Activity Naples, visit https://www.facebook.com/NSANaples/

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MORE THE INSIDE PAGE 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.

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 Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 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.

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.

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 Wednesdays, alternating between Support Site and Capodichino. For details visit www.naplesareafcpoa.facebook.com or call LS1 Victor Villarmea at DSN 626-5480.

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 is open to all interested players – men, women and children (5-12).

Men’s rugby is Part of the Italian Rugby Union (FIR) and is contact rugby. Practice is every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Joint Force Command at Lago Patria. Women’s tag rugby practice is every Monday 5:30 p.m. at JFC. Children’s tag rugby practice is every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at JFC (January through April). For details call Mickael Pierrin or David Taylor at Comm. 081-721-3222/3682 or visit our Facebook pages at NATO Lions RFC (Naples, Italy); NATO Lionesses Tag Rugby; or NATO Lion Cubs Tag Rugby.

Harry S Truman Lodge No. 649 meets every second, third and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704-9607 or email gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit https://www.hst649.org

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MOVIE SCHEDULE No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies Friday, February 8 5:30 p.m. Mary Poppins Returns, PG 6:30 p.m. LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part 8:30 p.m. On The Basis of Sex, PG-13 9 p.m. The Upside, PG-13 Saturday, February 9 3 p.m. LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, PG 4:30 p.m. A Dog’s Way Home, PG 5:30 p.m. Escape Room, PG-13 6:30 p.m. LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, PG 8 p.m. Aquaman, PG-13 8:30 p.m. On The Basis of Sex, PG-13 Sunday, February 10 3 p.m. LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, PG 4 p.m. On The Basis of Sex, PG-13 6 p.m. A Dog’s Way Home, PG 7 p.m. Holmes & Watson, PG-13 Monday, February 11 Closed, No Movie Tuesday, February 12 Closed, No Movie Wednesday, February 13 5:30 p.m. A Dog’s Way Home, PG 6:30 p.m. LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, PG 7:30 p.m. Aquaman, PG-13 Thursday, February 14 5:30 p.m. Mary Poppins Returns, PG 6:30 p.m. Aquaman, PG-13 7:30 p.m. On The Basis of Sex, PG-13

Aquaman, Last Show PG-13, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 143 min. Cast: Amber Heard, Dolph Lundgren, Jason Momoa, Nicole Kidman and Patrick Wilson. Arthur Curry learns that he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, and must step forward to lead his people and be a hero to the world.

A Dog’s Way Home, Premiere PG, Drama-Family, 96 min. Bryce Dallas Howard, Ashley Judd, Barry Watson, Alexandra Shipp and Edward James Olmos. A dog embarks on a 400-mile journey home after it’s separated from its owner, Lucas, who is an aspiring medical student.

Escape Room PG-13, Drama-Mystery-SciFi, 99 mins.

Cast: Taylor Russell, Logan Miller, Jay Ellis, Tyler Labine and Deborah Ann Woll.

Six strangers find themselves in circum-

stances beyond their control, and must use their wits to survive.

Holmes & Watson PG-13, Adventure-Comedy-Crime, 90 min. Cast: Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Ralph Fiennes, Lauren Lapkus and Kelly Macdonald. A humorous take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic mysteries featuring Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson.

The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, Premiere PG, Animation-Action-Adventure, 100 min. Cast: Jason Momoa, Alison Brie and Chris Pratt. It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than they can rebuild.

Mary Poppins Returns PG, Animation-Adventure-Family, 130 min. Cast: Emily Blunt, Emily Mortimer,

Meryl Streep, Dick Van Dyke and Colin Firth. Decades after her original visit, the magical nanny returns to help the Banks siblings and Michael’s children through a difficult time in their lives.

On The Basis of Sex, Premiere PG-13, Biography-Drama, 120 min. Cast: Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Justin Theroux, Sam Waterston and Kathy Bates.

The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and what she had to overcome in order to become a female U.S. Supreme Court Justice.

The Upside PG-13, Drama, 125 mins. Cast: Nicole Kidman, Bryan Cranston, Kevin Hart, Julianna Margulies and Golshifteh Farahani. A comedic look at the relationship between a wealthy man with quadriplegia and an unemployed man with a criminal record who’s hired to help him.

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 081811-4962.

Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. For details email naplesgs@yahoo.com.

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 6264545 or email joseph.cavallaro@eu.navy.mil or MA2 Jessalyn Harrison at DSN 626-2871or jessalyn.harrison@eu.navy.mil 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.

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 Catholic Women Of The Chapel meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning.

Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For details email cwocnaples@gmail.com or visit Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy on Facebook.

Filipino-American Association of Naples, Italy meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Striker’s Bowling Alley. For details call Ely Santos at Comm.

081-811-4648 or DSN 629-4648 or visit Fil-Am Naples on Facebook.

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 USMRASI at usmra-si.tripod.com or call Wylie Miller at 329-208-7315.

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

Latinos Unidos Welcomes New Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For details email michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil or call 334-6771-0327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. navy.mil or call 081-811-5554.

Meditation Sitting Group meets on Mondays begins at 6 p.m. at the Support Site Chapel.

Participation is free and newcomers are welcome. For details call the Chapel at DSN 629-4600.

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.

The Welfare & Recreation Association is available to meet associates every Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon at two locations: the first floor of Bldg.

450 upstairs from Capo Landing; and the Community Center onboard Support Site. For details visit http://www.wraitalia.it.

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.

Cub Scout Pack 007 Does your son enjoy being outdoors, going on hikes, swimming and camping?

The Naples Cub Scouts is an active program that is open to boys between kindergarten and fifth grade. Meetings and activities are three times per month. Boys can earn their way through the ranks of Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear and Webelos Scout.

For details email naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit the Facebook Page: Naples Cub Scouts Pack 007.

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.

Rhys Parker at rhys.a.parker.mil@mail.mil Educational & Developmental Intervention Service Screenings Now Available Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

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 Carney Park Golf Association (CPGA) is a non-profit organization established for eligible Carney Park Golf Course patrons. The CPGA provides weekly social activities for all levels of golfer and often organize trips to other courses.

Events are held every Saturday and Sunday. For details call 081-568-1749.

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 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

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NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE STRATEGY

Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples (center left), Rear Adm. Rick Williamson, commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (center right), Capt. Todd Abrahamson, commanding officer, Naval Support Activity Naples (far left), and Command Master Chief Matthew Logsdon (far right), pose for a photo with Margaret Thompson, director of the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (center) after she was presented with a Department of the Navy Meritorious Public Service Award at Naval Support Activity Naples, January 30, 2019. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

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The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society is an incredibly dynamic organization that helps everybody in time of crisis.”

NMCRS provides financial assistance and education, as well as other programs and services, to members of the United States Navy and Marine Corps, their eligible family members, widows, and survivors. NMCRS also receives and manages donated funds to administer these programs and services.

The volunteer-focused organization was established in the early 1920s to aid widows and orphans of fallen active-duty service members in the era before the start of the Service Members’ Group Life Insurance policy.

NMCRS has expanded substantially over the years and offers many programs including budget counseling, casework fi-

nancial assistance, visiting nurse program and “Budget for Baby” workshops.

Copson was awarded the Meritorious Service Award for her loyal devotion and unparalleled support to more than four NMCRS offices across the European theater. Her management efforts led to an increase in participation with the ActiveDuty Fund Drive, volunteer program and the USS Mount Whitney Shipboard Office, ensuring full support across the peninsula.

“It has been an honor and a pleasure serving all the Sailors and Marines plus service members,” Copson said. “Thank you for this award.”

CNE-A/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, oversees joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

“We face significant changes in the domestic and global environment; we must be ready to meet 21st century challenges and to recognize emerging threats and opportunities,” Coats said in the foreword to the strategy.

Overall, the strategy calls on the U.S. intelligence agencies to increase integration and coordination inside the community and search for new ways to accomplish their missions. The strategy also calls on agencies to “better leverage strong, unique and valuable partnerships to support and enable national security outcomes.”

Finally, the strategy calls on the intelligence community to be more transparent while safeguarding information and personal accountability.

Return of Near-Peer Competition Like the National Defense Strategy, the intelligence strategy focuses on the return of nearpeer competition with Russia and China.

“Russian efforts to increase its influence and authority are likely to continue and may conflict with U.S. goals and priorities in multiple regions,” the report says. “Chinese military modernization and continued pursuit of economic and territorial predominance in the Pacific region and beyond remain a concern, though opportunities exist to work with Beijing on is-

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sues of mutual concern, such as North Korean aggression and continued pursuit of nuclear and ballistic missile technology.”

The strategy warns that China and Russia are doing what they can to weaken America’s greatest advantage: its network of allies, partners and friends developed since the end of World War II. “These adversaries pose challenges within traditional, nontraditional, hybrid, and asymmetric military, economic, and political spheres,” according to the report.

China, Russia and other nations such as North Korea and Iran “are increasingly leveraging rapid advances in technology to pose new and evolving threats – particularly in the realm of space, cyberspace, computing, and other emerging, disruptive technologies,” the report says.

New Technologies These technological advances will allow smaller nations or even terror groups to field sophisticated capabilities that could be used against the United States and its allies. The United States must be at the forefront of research into these new technologies, which include artificial intelligence, advanced automation, nano-technologies and bio-technologies.

These last two have incredible potential to cure disease and improve lives, “but without common ethical standards and shared interests to govern these developments, they have the potential to pose significant threats to U.S. interests and security,” the report says.

The intelligence strategy is a living plan, and the director of national intelligence will continue to monitor developments to ensure the strategy is followed and to determine whether it needs to be changed in reaction to new developments.

Eight Defense Department agencies are part of the intelligence community: the Defense Intelligence Agency, the National Security Agency, the National GeospatialIntelligence Agency, the National Reconnaissance Office and the four intelligence branches of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps.

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JOBS CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES (CHR) Customer service hours are: ● Monday through Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ● Thursday: 12:15 to 3 p.m. ● Friday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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 IMPORTANT NOTICE: USAJOBS has implemented a new sign-in method using login.gov. This method increases the security of the USAJOBS system and allows individuals to use a single sign in for multiple government systems. Applicants, who have not created a login.gov account yet will be prompted to create one upon signing into USAJOBS 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 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. 081568-5409. 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, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 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 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.

CANCELLED Specialista dell’Ufficio Finanze, Q-0501-Q2, ANN# 66096-127982-AG, Full Time Permanent.

CLOSING FEBRUARY 14, 2019 Purchasing Agent, Ua-110503, ANN#66096-122249-AG, Full Time Permanent.

CLOSING FEBRUARY 21, 2019 Supervisory Financial Management Analyst, Ua-0501-01, ANN 66096-183334-AG, Full Time Permanent.

Installation Access Control Clerk, Ua-0303-06, ANN# 46130-167907-AG, Full Time Temporary, Multiple Positions.

Production Controller, UA-115202, ANN# 44308-180057-PG, Full Time Permanent.

If you have any questions, contact the front desk at DSN 6265409 or Comm. 081-568-5409.

You can also contact the Civilian Human Resources (CHR) Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/A bout/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/ re-

gions/cnreurafswa/about/job_o penings.html – The necessary application forms are also available on line. For questions please call 081-568- 4164 /2505/5612/8202. The applications may be emailed to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil NSA Recreation Assistant, NF-018901, ANN#19-072R, Flexible. This position is located within the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Naval Support Activity Naples, Department, Gaeta, Fleet Recreation Center. Closing date: February 11, 2019.

CYP Ops Clerk, NF-0303-02 ANN#19-062R, Part-time, Capo CDC. Job summary: Duties are related to record keeping and reporting, liaison with families and programs, and collection and monitoring of fees and supplies. Prepares and maintains assigned reports, correspondence and statistical and financial data pertaining to components within the CYP. Closing date: February 12, 2019.

Food Service Worker, NA7408-02, ANN#19-055R3 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: setting 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: February 13, 2019.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#19-044R3, Flexible, This position is for multiple Recreation Aid vacancies located at Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department in NSA Naples and Carney Park U.S. Navy Region, Europe, Africa & Southwest Asia. Facilities needing Recreation Aids: Bowling, Community Events, Golf course, Fitness, Liberty, Outdoor Recreation, Park, Ticket and Tours, and Theater. Closing date: February 14, 2019.

NEX U.S. NAF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call DSN 629-4774 or Comm. 081-813-5252/ 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 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.

GAETA MINIMART Ann#180003AS Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/FLEX. Open until filled. Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers by exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Must be 18 or older to apply.

NAPLES DISTRIBUTION CENTER Ann#1900002J Warehouse Worker/DC/NA-05/Flex-Open until filled. Pay: $13.78 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.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Naples Tiger Sharks Seeking Coaches The Naples Tiger Sharks swim team is looking for group coaches to assist with the coaching of swimmers for the 20192020 season. Qualified candidates will be able to create thorough, age-appropriate workouts focusing on technique, endurance, stroke development and drills; Lead structured practices during practices; Help record all work-outs and track daily attendance; Assist with administrative matters relating

to the team, swim meet arrangements and team performance as well as interaction with parents; Assist in recording times at swim meets; Attend swim team events such as meets, meetings, and social events; Engage parents and cultivate relationships to create a collaborative swim team environment. Recommended qualifications include: 2-plus years’ experience as a competitive swimmer; 2-plus years of coaching experience; USA Swimming Coach or ASCA Level 1 certification (or willing to obtain certificate); must have a strong foundation in stroke mechanics and be able to communicate effectively with swimmers and their parents; enthusiastic, dynamic presence with good communication skills; other certifications including: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid (or willing to obtain certificate). For details email Head Coach Lisa Kanak at npsheadcoach@gmail.com or team president at npspresident@gmail.com or visit @naplestigersharks at Facebook or https://naplestigersharks. swimtopia.com NSA Chapel is seeking Protestant Director of Religious Education NSA Naples Chapel is seeking a Protestant Director of Religious Education. The successful candidate will be directly responsible for providing a total Protestant religious education program: Levels pre-K through adult. Candidates must be active participants in the NSA Chapel, demonstrate spiritual maturity, and have training and experience in religious education and management. This is a 25 hour/week contract position.

For details email Chaplain Tiongson at joselito.tiongson@eu.navy.mil

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Super Bowl Sunday at Strikers Bowling Alley Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Dontae Cone bowls at Strikers Bowling Alley onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples during the Super Bowl party which lasted from Sunday afternoon to after midnight on February 4. Many of the community members who attended the party stayed to watch the 53rd Super Bowl on the big screen at the bowling alley and to also meet Tampa Bay Buccaneers football players Emmanuel Smith, Damone Harris and Leonard Wester, along with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleaders. The football players and cheerleaders not only mingled with community members, but also handed out prizes during the USAA-sponsored Tailgate and Bowling Party. By the end of the night, the New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 13-3, earning the team’s sixth Super Bowl title. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donavan K. Patubo

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“Community events like Naples Got Talent, employ a lot of coordination, support and generosity,” Pullido said as she thanked the many participants, guests and volunteers.

“We are humbled to work with so many outstanding individuals that go above and beyond for our USO and our community.”

Pullido added her tremendous appreciation to the donors, supporters including Naples Got Talent Judges include Admiral James G. Foggo NOSC, United Airlines, USAA, (left), Capt. Todd Abrahamson (center) and Ileana Ramirez Coffee Point and MWR for (right), who provided feedback and scores after each act. Pertheir generosity and friendship formers were judged based on stage presence, showmanship and to the USO Naples Team and overall talent. The five acts with the highest scores, were and Volunteer committee who chosen to move on to the second half of the show. Photo courmade this event possible. tesy of Christina and Joe Luthy If you are interested in volunteering for the USO Naples and playing a key role, in major programs like Naples Got Talent and many other fun events throughout the year, please call the USO at DSN 626-5713 or email lmazzella@uso.org

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MORE BASE NOTES Now-Feb. 14: Veterans Affairs OMSC Visiting NSA Naples A Veterans Affairs Overseas Military Service Coordinator (VA OMSC) will be onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples now through February 14 to meet with active duty members, transitioning service members and veterans at Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) onboard Support Site.

One hour face-to-face assistance sessions will be available to answer questions about VA benefits, VA Disability Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Benefits. To request a face-to-face appointment email omscit.vbavaco@ va.go and request your preferred date and time. For details call DSN 6296550 or 629-6997 or Comm. 081-8116997 or 081-811-6550.

Now-Mar. 15: Registration open for Youth Baseball, Softball and Teeball It’s time to register your child(ren) for Youth Sports & Fitness Spring Season. Teeball is available to ages 3-5, while Baseball and Softball are available to ages 6-18. Register at the School-Age Care center on Support Site, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. For details visit www.navymwrnaples.com/child-youth/youth-sports or call DSN 629-4725 or Comm. 081811-4725.

Now-Mar. 1: Swim to Salerno, 50-kilometer Self-Paced Swim, at Capo FitZone pool Challenge yourself to complete this virtual 50-kilometer swim from Naples to Salerno via the imaginary coastline of the Capo FitZone pool. To complete this 50-kilometer virtual swim, you must complete 1,000 laps (2,000 pool lengths) during regular pool hours and have a lifeguard verify each workout on your log sheet. First three people who complete the virtual 50-kilometer distance will receive

MWR Aquatics swim bags filled with goodies. All participants who complete the distance by March 1 will receive a prize. For details call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-568-4254.

Now-Apr. 15: Pre-registration for NSA Muscle & Fitness Show Register by April 15 for the NSA Muscle & Fitness Show for a discounted rate. The show will be held June 8 at 6 p.m. at the Support Site Village Forum Courtyard. There are two Women’s Categories: Figure and Physique, and two Men’s Categories: Bodybuilding and Physique. For details call DSN 626-6489 or Comm.

081-568-6489.

Feb. 8: Registration Deadline for Group and Private Swim Lessons at Capo FitZone pool Register in person at the Capo FitZone pool for group and private swim lessons (Winter/Spring Session 2).

Lessons run from February 12 to March 9 on the following days and for these groups: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Baby-N-Me, Preschoolers, and Level 1; and on Saturdays, Baby-NMe, Preschoolers, and Levels 1-3. Private lessons are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

To view the complete schedule visit www.navymwrnaples.com or call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-8114254.

Feb. 9, 18, 23: One-Day Ski and Snow Trips with Outdoor Recreation Outdoor Recreation is hosting one-day Ski and Snow Trips to local ski resorts throughout January and February, and MWR will be offering bus transportation for the trips. Trips are open to all ages. Reserve your seat for a fun day on the snow at the Outdoor Recreation center on Support Site. Equipment is also available for rent. For details call DSN 629-4947 or Comm.

081-811-4947.

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When Did Valentine’s Day Become a Holiday?

By Gary Nichols NSA Public Affairs

Nearly everyone knows about exchanging cards, candy, flowers and other gifts on Valentine’s Day, yet not so much is known about the origins of where this holiday originated.

It is believed that Valentine’s Day is named after a martyred Christian priest who lived around 300 A.D. During that time Rome was involved in many bloody and farflung conflicts. Over the years, these unpopular wars took a toll on the army. Finding new recruits was becoming a major problem. The Roman Emperor Claudius II believed that married men were not joining the army because they did not want to leave their homes and families.

Single men, Claudius believed, did not have strong attachments to home and family; consequently, they were easier to recruit.

Father Valentine had been thrown in prison on the orders of Claudius II because he had been secretly conducting marriage ceremonies for young couples. This helped to keep new husbands out of the army.

In addition to conducting secret marriages, Valentine was also known as a scholar and healer.

According to legend, Valentine’s jailer asked

him to cure his daughter, Julia, of blindness, a condition she’d had since birth. He tried every remedy he knew, but nothing worked; she remained blind.

Valentine was scheduled for execution on February 14, 278 A.D. On his last night, he wrote a farewell letter to the jailer’s daughter who had befriended him and he signed it “From Your Valentine.” He gave the note and a flower – a yellow crocus – to the jailer to deliver to his daughter.

It’s believed that this is where the custom of giving cards and flowers started.

When Julia opened her package and picked up the yellow flower she saw brilliant colors for the first time in her life. Her eyesight had miraculously been restored.

Valentine was beheaded the next day and buried at what is now the Church of Praxedes in Rome. Julia planted an almond tree near Valentine’s grave to honor his memory. To this day, the almond tree is a symbol of abiding love and friendship.

Following his death, Father Valentine was canonized, which means he was made a saint by the Catholic Church. On February 14, 496 A.D., about 220 years after Valentine’s death, Pope Gelasius declared, from that time on that the fourteenth day of February would be known as St. Valentine’s Day.

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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

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Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Dinner in a Cave . . . . . . . . €58 Feb. 16: Pharmacy of the Incurables and Veiled Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €30 Feb. 17: Presidents Day Weekend: A Day in Rome. . €35 Feb. 18: Ruins of Pompeii and Wine Tasting Lunch . € 5 5 Feb. 23: Taste of Napoli: Food Lovers Odyssey . . . . €37 Feb. 24: The Angel Caves of Pertosa. . . . . . . . . . . . . €54 Wine tasting tours are for adults only

EXTENDED TOURS Mar. 9-10: Mar. 23-24: Apr. 9-13: Apr 20-21: May 11-12: May 24-27: July 4-7:

Weekend in Alberobello . . . . . . . . . . . . €195 Perugia and Assisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €188 Spring Break in Morocco . . . . . . . . . . . 1,070 Easter Weekend in Florence and Pisa . . €195 Mother’s Day Weekend in Ischia . . . . . €169 Memorial Day Weekend on the French Riviera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €475 4th of July Weekend in Malta . . . . . . . . €485

For tour information, call the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903 or visit www.sg-tours.com

15 MERCATO/CLASSIFIED ADS PANoRAMA February 8, 2019

• FREE MERCATO ADS • 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 EACHER NEEDED. Little Learners Pre-school is looking for a part-time teacher. FMI 348-855-3322.

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TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340577-5239 or tel. 081-891-1489.

OMEMADE CAKES/SWEETS by Annalisa and Rosy: Plumcakes, pancakes, apple pies, pumpkin pies, traditional Neapolitan sweets (baba’, caprese, etc). Rosy 349-0678071.

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