Panorama March 9, 2017

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Friday, March 9, 2018

March is Red Cross Month From American Red Cross of Naples Public Relations

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Every year, March 1 signals the beginning of a month-long U.S. federal observance started by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1943 to raise awareness of the American Red Cross and its humanitarian mission.

Since then, every American president has carried on the tradition of proclaiming March as Red Cross Month not only to raise awareness, but also to encourage participation by all American citizens interested in volunteering.

“The Red Cross is powered by our volunteer heroes who give of their time, talents and compassion to fulfill our vital humanitarian mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering,” Gail McGovern, president and chief executive officer, American Red Cross, said. “They are people from your neighborhood who donate blood, who teach First Aid and CPR classes, who support those in need at what may be the worst time in their lives. We honor them during Red Cross Month and ask you to consider joining us and making a difference.”

Each year, American Red Cross volunteers around the world make differences in their communities by donating blood or platelets, volunteering to help people impacted by a disaster, taking a first aid or CPR class to help in an emergency, and providing comfort to a member of the military, a veteran or their family.

In addition to providing first aid, babysitter and CPR training, The American Red Cross of Naples, Italy station also carries out many missions which are specifically unique to locations onboard overseas military installations.

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Vice Adm. Lisa M. Franchetti relieves Vice Adm. Christopher W. Grady as commander, U.S. 6th Fleet and commander, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, as Adm. James Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples, presides over the change of command ceremony aboard the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in Naples, Italy March 1, 2018. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

U.S. 6th Fleet and Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony aboard the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in Naples, Italy, March 1, 2018.

Vice Adm. Christopher W. Grady was relieved

by Vice Adm. Lisa M. Franchetti, while Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, Adm. James G. Foggo III, presided over the ceremony and delivered remarks about Grady’s time as commander, U.S. 6th Fleet and Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO. “In times of triumph or turbulence, rough seas or calm, U.S. 6th Fleet is operating throughout the region protecting our homeland from attack, safeguarding our economic

prosperity by ensuring common domains remain open, preserving our global influence, and advancing our interests to include defending our allies from military aggression,” Foggo said. “Thanks to the leadership and stewardship of Vice Adm. Grady, U.S. 6th Fleet and Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO are engaged, postured, and ready with credible forces to assure, deter, and defend in an increasingly complex security environment.”

Foggo continued by highlighting some of Grady’s achievements as commander, U.S. 6th Fleet.

“In the 490 days he’s been at the helm, Grady planned and executed Operation Inherent Resolve strikes from Truman, Ike, and Bush: three aircraft carriers, neutralized violent extremists of Sirte, Libya; launched 59 TLAM missiles against the Assad Regime for use of chemical weapons in Syria, provid-

ing immediate and credible options to the commander in chief; our president, and certified our Maritime Operations Center – by the way, it was evaluated as the best in the Navy,” he said.

Foggo then turned his focus to Vice Adm. Franchetti, emphasizing her ability to take the helm as the new commander, U.S. 6th Fleet.

“You’re the perfect choice at the perfect time to lead U.S. 6th Fleet,” Foggo said. “I know you’re bringing your expertise and experience and I look forward to your continued success and the success of U.S. 6th Fleet. You will be at the front lines in strengthening our competitive advantage. The Navy and the nation are counting on you.”

After the orders were read, Franchetti took the opportunity to thank her predecessor and address her new staff.

“It is truly an honor to be standing before you today – as the new commander of U.S. Sixth Fleet and Striking and Support Forces NATO,” Franchetti said.

CHANGE OF COMMAND Page 7 CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 JOBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

90% CONGRATS TO NES SPELLING BEE CHAMPIONS . . . . . . . . page 5

A DAY TRIP TO LOCAL TRAIN MUSEUM . . . . . . . . page 14

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PANoRAMA March 9, 2018

CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Todd Abrahamson NSA Naples Commanding Officer

March has hopefully brought us warmer weather and an end to any possibilities of snow here in Southern Italy. It’s also the start of Women’s History Month.

Women have served in the Navy as far back as the 19th century, most notably during the Civil War when the Sisters of the Holy Cross served aboard the USS Red Rover, the Navy's first hospital ship. In 1948, women gained permanent status in the Navy with the passage of the Women's Armed Services Integration Act. Today more than 200,000 women serve in nearly every job from naval aviator to master-at-arms. An additional 190,000 women also serve the Navy as DOD civilians. Here on base, female service members perform every function from notably our newest Commander 6th Fleet, VADM Franchetti, Staff Judge Advocates, to manning the gates to working the flight line (just to name some of the influential positions). To celebrate them, their shipmates, and all women who have made an historic impact on our country, the Naples MWR libraries will be featuring a series of displays and biographies this month at their Support Site and Capo locations. You can also visit history.navy.mil to learn more about important female leaders in our Navy’s history.

Naples MWR libraries will also be promoting National Nutrition Month during March. The observance will include book displays, reading lists, and fact sheets about healthy eating and a well-balanced diet. Whether you’re trying to get back on the New Year’s resolution wagon or getting ready for the Spring PFA, this is a great opportunity to start some good habits. This is an important topic of course for service members in our military community, but it’s also great to share with your families as well.

Speaking of family members in the community, I’d like to give a big shout out to the Ramirez family. Their daughter, Mia, a student at the Naples Elementary School, is heading to Ramstein, Germany, tomorrow to compete in the European regional spelling bee. You can learn more in today’s article about her accomplishments on page 5. Congratulations Mia, good luck, and thank you for representing our Naples community up in Germany!

As always, thanks for reading the Panorama, the #1 newspaper in the Navy according to the Navy’s 2016 Russell Egnor Media Awards! For more information about NSA Naples, please follow us on Twitter @NSA_Naples and Facebook at facebook.com/NSANaples/ Buon fine settimana – and remain vigilant.

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BASE NOTES Now-Mar. 15: Registration for Youth Sports Spring Season (Baseball & Softball) It’s time to register youth, ages 5 to 18 for the upcoming Baseball and Softball Spring Season. Register at the Support Site SAC office or Teen Center. Bring your PAYS online certificate and CYP registration forms. A fee is required.

For details call DSN 629-4722/4729 or Comm. 081-811-4722/4729.

Now-Mar. 31: Story Time at Support Site Library Preschoolers and parents are invited for Story Time at the Support Site Library every Thursday in March from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Themes are: March 15, National Nutrition Month; March 22, Dinotopia Fun; and March 29, Craft Day. For details call DSN 629-4361 or Comm. 081-811-4361.

Now-Apr. 15: Fitness Forum Spring Massage Specials Relax to a massage with our Spring Massage Specials at Support Site Fitness Forum March 1 through April 15.

For reservations and details call DSN 629-6606.

Now-Apr. 27: Swim to Salerno Self-Paced Swim Journey from Naples to Salerno along the imaginary coastline in the Capo FitZone pool. Swim laps anytime during regular hours and then record your workout on your log sheet. 1st-3rd place finishers will receive an MWR swim bag and towel. Program is free and open to authorized MWR patrons.

For details call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-568-4254.

Mar. 10: Meet Author of ‘What to Expect When You’re Expecting’ Meet Heidi Murkoff, the best-selling author of “What to Expect When You’re Expecting,” from at 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

March 10 at La Cuncia Galley (in the U.S. Navy Hospital Naples) for a baby shower and reunion, hosted by the USO and Target. Have your pregnancy questions answered and connect with other area mothers. Registration is free and open to expecting moms and to mothers with children six months or younger. Space is limited. Register at

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Mar. 13: Security Training Drills The Security training division will be conducting training drills at the North Park near the Skate Park onboard Support Site March 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is requested that people avoid the affected area during the drills. For details call DSN 626-2207.

Mar 13: Coaches Meeting for Captain’s Cup Billiards A coaches meeting for this year’s the Captain’s Cup Billiards season will be held March 13 at 3 p.m. at Fitness Forum Conference Room, 2nd floor.

Team registration is March 20, and the season begins March 27 at Support Site USNH BEQ recreation room on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. For details at DSN 6296528 or Comm. 081-811-6528.

Mar. 13: USO Trivia Night at O’Rhys Join the USO for its free monthly Trivia Night at O’Rhys Pub March 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. First and last-place teams will win USO prize baskets; other teams have a chance at winning door prizes.

For details call DSN 626-5713.

Mar. 14: Teddy Bear Club Join the USO and Connect the Tots at the monthly Teddy Bear Club March 14 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Community Center. This free event includes educational and networking opportunities, along with yummy snacks. Registration encouraged. For details call DSN 629-4903 or Comm. 081-811-4903.

Mar. 14-15: NEX Career Table The NEX Human Resource Office will be hosting a Career Table at the entrance of the Support Site Navy Exchange from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 14 and 15. Individuals interested in learning about current NEX vacancies are encouraged to bring an updated resume to speak with NEX hiring managers and human resource representatives.

For details call DSN 626-4774 or Comm. 081-813-5252/4.

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THE INSIDE PAGE 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).

Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Abrahamson speaks during the annual Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Active Duty Fund Drive kick-off event March 2, 2018. The NMCRS’ workforce is comprised of nearly 90 percent volunteers who provide financial assistance health education and post-combat support, advice on how to budget for a baby, emergency travel assistance, disaster relief and thrift shops for Sailors, Marines and their families. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alyssa Weeks

NMCRS Kicks Off Annual Active Duty Fund Drive

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alyssa Weeks

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) kicked off its annual active duty fund drive at the Capodichino Theater March 2.

The drive, designed to raise funds necessary to financially assist Navy and Marine Corps personnel and NMCRS programs, will run for seven weeks, until April 20.

Chief Air Traffic Controller Shawn Powers, NMCRS area coordinator, said the purpose of the event was to raise awareness of the services that NMCRS provides and also to give training to key personnel.

The NMCRS raises funds for programs and support services through repayment of interest-free loans, proceeds from thrift shops and contributions. Last year, the fund drive raised $174,172 locally and gave out $177,997 in loans and grants.

“I think the big thing is getting the participation and message out there,” Chief Personnel Specialist Angela Hutton, NMCRS treasurer, said. “This isn’t like any other fundraiser; this goes directly back into the Sailors’ investment should they need it. I think it is an integral part of the Navy, and the assistance it offers to our Sailors and Marines and their families.”

Powers said the main goal is 100 percent meaningful contact and education on the program. Getting the senior leadership

educating Sailors on what the NMCRS is capable of providing by talking to every Sailor and Marine asking them if they’d like to contribute to the program.

“I believe in this program,” Hutton said.

“It really helps out Sailors and their families in need when issues arise a lot of expenses are incurred overseas especially when you’re just getting here or leaving. I think that this program is what it’s all about helping our Sailors and then in turn getting people to realize what they do so that they want to donate and offer up assistance and help out with those who need it.”

The NMCRS offers a range of programs beyond emergency loans, including financial counseling, education assistance, health education and post-combat support, child budgeting, disaster relief, emergency travel funding, and access to thrift shops.

By using a workforce composed of mostly volunteers, most contributions go back to service members and their families.

“I myself have benefitted from a program like this,” Powers said. “It’s important because things happen, emergencies come up and sometimes maybe you don’t have the funds to cover the expenses from an emergency. What the Navy Marine Corps relief Society does is they provide you that avenue to go down when you need help.”

For more information on the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society and how to donate, visit www.nmcrsfunddrive.org.

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.

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.

Animals Without Limits (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For details email awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

The American Soccer Club (ASC) of Napoli is looking for qualified coaches. For details email doc@ascnapoli.com.

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.

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HISTORY: PERRY SIGNS TREATY WITH JAPAN

SPOTLIGHT: KELSEY SITES

From the U.S. Department of State Historian

On July 8, 1853, Commodore Matthew Perry led his four ships into the harbor at Tokyo Bay, seeking to re-establish for the first time in more than 200 years regular trade and discourse between Japan and the western world.

There were several reasons why the United States became interested in revitalizing contact with Japan.

First, the combination of the opening of Chinese ports to regular trade and the annexation of California, creating an American port on the Pacific, ensured that there would be a steady stream of maritime traffic between North America and Asia. Then, as American traders in the Pacific replaced sailing ships with steam ships, they needed to secure coaling stations, where they could stop to take on provisions and fuel while making the long trip from the United States to China.

Perry’s mission was not the first American overture to the Japanese. In the 1830s, the Far Eastern squadron of the U.S. Navy sent several missions from its regional base in Guangzhou (Canton), China, but in each case, the Japanese did not permit them to land, and they lacked the authority from the U.S. Government to force the issue.

Perry arrived in Japanese waters with a small squadron of U.S. Navy ships, because he and others believed the only way to convince the Japanese to accept western trade was to display a willingness to use its advanced firepower.

At the same time, Perry brought along a variety of gifts for the Japanese Emperor, including a working model of a steam locomotive, a telescope, a telegraph, and a variety of wines and liquors from the West, all intended to impress upon the

Commodore Matthew Perry

Japanese the superiority of Western culture.

His mission was to complete an agreement with the Japanese Government for the protection of shipwrecked or stranded Americans and to open one or more ports for supplies and refueling. Displaying his audacity and readiness to use force, Perry’s approach into the forbidden waters around Tokyo convinced the Japanese authorities to accept the letter.

The following spring, on March 8, 1854, Perry returned with an even larger squadron to receive Japan’s answer. The Japanese grudgingly agreed to Perry’s demands, and the two sides signed the Treaty of Kanagawa on March 31, 1854.

According to the terms of the treaty, Japan would pro-

tect stranded seamen and open two ports for refueling and provisioning American ships: Shimoda and Hakodate. Japan also gave the United States the right to appoint consuls to live in these port cities, a privilege not previously granted to foreign nations.

This treaty was not a commercial treaty, and it did not guarantee the right to trade with Japan. Still, in addition to providing for distressed American ships in Japanese waters, it contained a mostfavored-nation clause, so that all future concessions Japan granted to other foreign powers would also be granted to the United States. As a result, Perry’s treaty provided an opening that would allow future American contact and trade with Japan.

This week we shine the American Red Cross Volunteer Spotlight on Kelsey Sites. She was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She later moved to Connecticut where she met her husband and they moved to Naples in May of 2015.

In January of 2017, Sites was one of five volunteers to participate in the Dental Assistant Training Program (DATP), a program that provides volunteers with comprehensive training and knowledge needed to assist competently in many fields of dentistry and be able to compete successfully for employment in the dental assisting profession.

Sites learned of the program through the Panorama and shortly after that, committed more than 500 total hours on chair side training over a span of six months. She boasts of the wonderful experience she had working with the dental team.

“They were always helpful and happy to answer any and all of my questions,” she said. “You could tell they really loved what they did and cared deeply for the patients.”

Sites is passionate about interacting with people and enjoys the busy nature of the dental clinics as well. In September of 2017, she took the role of the program lead and is now guiding several other volunteers through their journey in the program.

When Sites is not volunteering in the dental clinics, she enjoys traveling and being outdoors. Her and her husband travel around Europe whenever they get the opportunity – a luxury she says they will miss when it’s time to leave Naples behind. She also loves to spend time in the kitchen, cooking her favorite dishes, and being creative through crafting and sewing.

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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

Students from Liceo Linguistico Varrone in Cassino Tour NSA Naples High school students from Liceo Linguistico Varrone in Cassino visited the U.S. Naval Support Activity last Friday. Their tour included the chapel, library, gym, food court, fire department, air operations and USO. Students were very enthusiastic and learned a lot about the U.S. Navy here in Naples. Photo by YN2(SW/AW) Lovely L. Frantz

Naples Elementary School Spelling Bee Champ to Compete in Germany

Fifth graders from Naples Elementary School, Mia Ramirez (#12) and Jonathan Plichta (#14) are the last two students competing for the title of NES Spelling Bee champion, during round 22 on January 30, 2018. Ramirez, who emerged as the overall champion after round 23, will represent NES at Ramstein, Germany, this weekend at the European Regional Spelling Bee. Photo by Dot Ramirez

By Gloria Rayos

The Naples Elementary School 2018 Spelling Bee Champion – Mia Ramirez – will represent Naples Elementary School at Ramstein, Germany, this weekend at the European Regional (all DoDEA schools in Europe and NATO schools, participating) Spelling Bee. The winners of that contest will be offered the opportunity to compete in the Na-

tional Spelling bee in Washington, D.C., later this spring.

The first National Spelling Bee was organized by the Louisville Courier News in 1925, and has been held continuously each year, with the exception of World War II. The traditional contest has become a much anticipated annual event for schools everywhere.

This year the Spelling Bee will celebrate its 90th anniversary, making it one of the nation’s oldest and most iconic competitions, with almost 11 million students from all over the world participating annually.

The Naples Elementary School Parent-Teacher’s Association held the area Spelling Bee competition at the school January 30, 2018.

There were 23 students, from third to sixth grades, who participated in this year’s contest.

Two-and-a-half grueling hours and 23 rounds later, Mia Ramirez, a 5th grade student, was declared the 2018 Spelling Bee Champion when she correctly spelled “acacia,” a large family or genus of shrubs and trees.

Jonathan Plitchta came

in second place, and Caleb Schmaeling came in third.

All three champs were fifth grade students from Kevin Drury’s class (Mia and Jonathan), and Mary Chambers’ class (Caleb).

This is Ramirez’s third year competing in the schoolwide Spelling Bee. The first year she competed was when she was in the third grade “I’ve gained confidence from participating in the Spelling Bee for the past two years,” Ramirez said. “I’m really thankful for my family and friends who gave me pointers and encouragement to study.”

Ramirez said in addition to traditional bookwork-type of studying, she watched online videos to learn the correct pronunciation of difficult words.

“It was amazing how Mia remained focused and dedicated to her spelling bee preparation,” her father, Capt. Dale Ramirez, said.

“Her hard work really paid off, we’re proud of her and all the contestants.”

Mia, good luck at the European Regional Spelling Bee this weekend, and congratulations to both Jonathan Plitchta and Caleb Schmaeling for their success as well.

● Mar. 12-16: Command Financial Specialist, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Mar. 13: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon Support Site FFSC (2 of 3 sessions). ● Mar. 14: Pasta Cooking, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Carpool – Meet at TLA lobby. Cost to vendor: 5 euro. ● Mar. 15: Gricignano Market, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Carpool – Meet at TLA lobby. ● Mar. 15: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Mar. 19: The Hill of Posillipo, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carpool – Meet at Capo, outside first garage by main gate. ● Mar. 19-20: Accessing Higher Education, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Mar. 20: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (3 of 3 sessions). ● Mar. 21: Sponsorship Training, 9 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Mar. 21: USA Jobs 101, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. All classes require registration.

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

ENERGY CONSERVATION Fuel Conservation From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

With weather finally starting to get warmer and spring break just around the corner, many of us want to leave our snug homes and go exploring.

Before take a road trip tour we should review fuel conservation. The first question to ask, is, why is fuel conservation important?

One reason is because not all fuels are renewable. This means we should use them as sparingly as possible and find alternative sources of energy because once these resources are depleted we will not be able to obtain them again. There are several technological advances being utilized today in an effort to conserve fuel.

In addition to having a limited supply, some fuels are harmful to the environment. Fuel cells produce electrical power without any combustion and operate on fuels like hydrogen, natural gas and propane. They are a clean alternative to gasoline-powered generators.

Fuel Saving Tips ● Drive smoothly. Slowing down gradually, rather than jamming on the brakes, then accelerating slowly can save you as much as two miles per gallon. ● When driving on the highway, use your cruise control to maintain a steady speed. ● Remove unnecessary heavy items from your car.

Every 100 pounds extra costs you about half a mile per gallon. ● Ride a bike – or walk – to work, to the local neighborhood store or to a nearby friend’s home. Total vehicle emissions are reduced to zero. ● Don’t start your car until you’re ready to move; idling engines waste gas. If you are idling for more than one minute turn the engine off. ● You can improve your gas mileage by 1 to 2 percent by using the manufacturer’s recommended grade of motor oil.

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SOUND OFF: WHAT’S YOUR SECRET TO SUCCESS?

Bud Boche “Follow up!”

YN2 Shayla Washington “Planning is my secret. Planning ahead, asking questions that might be asked and keeping a long term calendar.”

Cmdr. Mark Milius “To take as much off my boss’ plate as I can and anticipate what they’re going to need.”

MU2 Christopher Kirbo “Always stay positive and do what you can with the time you have.”

Stella Altero “Be kind and listen to the needs of other people.”

Managing Sailors’ Servicemembers Group Life Insurance Elections via the Online Portal From U.S. Navy Office of Information

the Defense Manpower Data Center’s milConnect web application, where Sailors should update their life insur- Sailors can review personal, health ance coverage online by the end of care, and personnel information from April 2018, unless they have a testaone source, the Defense Enrollment Elmentary trust or a testamentary custo- igibility Reporting System (DEERS). dial account. When logging in for the The SOES is available 24 hours a day first time, beneficiary information may and provides detailed guidance to not be reflected in the online system, Sailors enabling them to make inbut Sailors can rest assured that the formed decisions on their life-insurbeneficiaries identified on the paper ance-policy elections. forms they previously filled out will maintain their entitlements to insurStanding Policy: ance proceeds unless beneficiary or SOES replaces the SGLI Election and coverage information is changed via Certificate form (SGLV-8286) and Famthe new system. ily Coverage Election form (SGLV8286A) as the official life-insurance Background: record. In order for the SOES record to The Servicemembers Group Life Inbe considered authoritative, Sailors surance (SGLI) On-line Enrollment must update it online by providing System (SOES) is a web-based system beneficiary name(s), electing coverage available through My Navy Portal that amounts and share(s) of proceeds, and allows Sailors to validate or change certifying the elections with a digital SGLI or Family SGLI (FSGLI) coversignature. age amounts and beneficiaries quickly When updated, the SOES automatiand easily without using paper forms. cally notes the effective date of the It was launched in April 2017 as part elections. (Forms SGLV-8286/8286A of a Department of Defense (DoD) and continue as the authoritative record Veterans Administration (VA) effort to until this action is taken.) Exceptions allow active-duty and eligible reserve to this policy exist in the cases of and National Guard members to man- Sailors who: age insurance coverage online. ● have previously declined coverage Access to the system is provided via and want to continue with no coverage;

● must continue to use the older paper forms under circumstances where there is no means for them to access SOES; or ● already have a testamentary trust or a testamentary custodial account created by a Regional Legal Service Office (RLSO) attorney. (Note: Sailors who have such a trust or account and who have registered with SOES should see their RLSO to reinstate the trust or account. Sailors interested in creating a testamentary trust or a testamentary custodial account should also see their RLSO and not use the SOES.)

hand side of the page for help. During this process, elect SGLI and FSGLI coverage amounts, designate beneficiares, and determine what share of the insurance proceeds go to each designated beneficiary. For detailed instructions, visit Navy.mil.

For More Information: For practical information about managing SGLI and FSGLI, visit milConnect’s SGLI web page at https:// milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect/pu blic/faq/Life_Insurance-SGLI For complete information regarding insurance eligibility and coverage, visit the VA’s SGLI web page at https:// Required Action: www.benefits.va.gov/insurance/sgli.asp Sailors should log into the SOES apFurther background on the SOES is plication no later than April 30, 2018, available in NAVADMIN 085/17 and to make life-insurance elections with from DoD News at https://www.derespect to beneficiaries, coverage amounts, and distributions of proceeds. fense.gov/News/Article/Article/ 1135025/servicemembers-group-life-insuran They must also certify their elections ce-program-receives-online-portal/ with a digital signature.

Finally, for helpful training slides regarding the SOES, visit the VA’s trainHow to Do It: ing web page at Visit and sign in to DMDC’s milConnect. Once logged on, navigate to “Life https://www.benefits.va.gov/INSURInsurance” under the “Benefits” menu. ANCE/training/SOES/SOES.htm which should be accessed via Internet From there, after continuing past the standard DoD notice and consent form, Explorer. Sailors using other browsers should download the training slides in simply follow the online instructions; the PDF format. consult the user guide on the right-

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CHANGE OF COMMAND From page 1

“I have seen you in action these past few weeks and I am impressed. I look forward to serving alongside such a dedicated team of professionals and your families. Our ships, submarines, and planes are the war machines, but our people are the engines, heart, and soul that make them go and will lead us to victory.”

“I ask you to give your best every day and I promise to do the same,” Franchetti added.

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.

U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, headquartered in Naples, oversees joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners, to enable enduring relationships and increase vigilance and resilience in Europe and Africa.

AMERICAN RED CROSS From page 1

“Here onboard Naval Support Activity Naples, we get to focus almost exclusively on providing support to service members and their families through numerous quality of life programs,” Kenneth Romero, Regional Program Manager, said. “We are also able to provide employment skills opportunities for military and Department of Defense dependents through various volunteer programs with different military commands on base.”

For example, American Red Cross volunteers assist the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples team in providing crucial medical and dental support to the Naples area military community. These volunteers also receive training that keeps them competitive for jobs in the civilian medical and dental fields.

“I’ve always been interested in a background in medical or dental,” Kelsey Sites, Dental Assistant Training Program (DATP) Lead, said. “It was nice to learn a new trade and to find out I wanted to pursue

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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.

Vice Adm. Lisa M. Franchetti salutes U.S. 6th Fleet Command Master Chief Richard O’Rawe as her flag is raised during a change of command ceremony aboard the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in Naples, Italy March 1, 2018. During the ceremony, Franchetti relieved Vice Adm. Christopher W. Grady as commander, U.S. 6th Fleet and commander, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

dental as a future career. It also helped me understand military operations as a professional, not just a spouse.”

Sites joined the DATP in January 2017 and now trains other volunteers looking to serve as dental assistants.

Volunteers also have opportunities to help out and maintain proficiency in other professional fields. Kathleen Pagano volunteers with the Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia Region Legal Service Office (RLSO) as a legal assistant.

“Being able to lend a hand to an organization that supports so many service members and their families like RLSO is incredibly rewarding,” Pagano said. “Plus, I really enjoy getting to maintain my proficiency as a paralegal.”

Another field in which volunteers are able to offer their technical expertise to support the community is disaster preparedness. As a Red Cross volunteer, Senior Chief Petty Officer Robert Feldmeyer uses his background as a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) instructor and graduate degree in emergency and disaster manage-

ment to extensively help the base and other local organizations formulate their emergency management plans.

“Working with the Red Cross allows me to put into practice what I’ve learned through my studies,” Feldmeyer said. “I’ve gotten to work with the base Emergency Management (EM) department to get the community prepared for possible emergencies, work with the local Emergency Family Assistance Center to develop shelter plans, help conduct performance reviews for the base EM operations center as an independent reviewer, and help improve the hospital and base’s emergency management plans.

The Naples, Italy station also provides free bottled water, snacks and coffee, a meditation room and a crisis management course for service members and their dependents.

This March, be a hero and join the humanitarian mission of the Red Cross. Stop by the Naples, Italy station office at Capodichino, call 081-5684788, or visit redcross.org to learn more about the many ways to help.

The Naples Middle High School PTSA is looking for volunteers to help provide information, resources and events that strengthen the connections between students, parents, the school and the community. A yearly membership is $10 and joining is a great way to get involved, meet the teachers, other parents and your child’s friends. For details email NaplesPTSAteam@ gmail.com or Naples Middle High School PTSA on Facebook.

Boy Scout Troop 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center. For details email scoutmastertroop007@ gmail.com or visit: https://www.facebook. com/BSATroop007; https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop007Naples or https://www. troopwebhost.org/ FormHTML.aspx?site=Troop007Naples.

Girl Scouts Overseas Naples is excited to support young leaders in action. We are much more than cookies; we show girls how to contribute positively in this world.

From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning. For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts - Naples, Italy on Facebook.

Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), Naples Chapter meets every second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. in the NSA Naples Chiefs Mess, near the quarterdeck in Admin I. CSADD’s mission is to create a culture in which our shipmates are helping shipmates maintain a course of success through good decision-making. For details call MC1 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249.

The Naples Toastmasters Club provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests welcome. For details visit www.toastmasters.org or Toastmasters International on Facebook Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association is composed of members from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visit us and bring a friend. For details call YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733.

Alcoholics Anonymous hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For details call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/ countries/italy.htm.

Nato Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club is open to all interested players – men, women and children (512). 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. 081721-3222/3682 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, March 9 5:30 p.m. Maze Runner: The Death Cure, PG-13 6:30 p.m. A Wrinkle in Time, PG 8:30 p.m. The Commuter, PG-13 9:30 p.m. Black Panther, PG-13 Saturday, March 10 3 p.m. Peter Rabbit, PG 5 p.m. Peter Rabbit, PG 5:30 p.m. A Wrinkle in Time, PG 7:30 p.m. The 15:17 to Paris, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Black Panther, PG-13 9:30 p.m. Den of Thieves, R Sunday, March 11 3 p.m. A Wrinkle in Time, PG, 3-D 4:30 p.m. Peter Rabbit, PG 6 p.m. The 15:17 to Paris, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Black Panther, PG-13 Monday, March 12 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, March 13 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, March 14 5:30 p.m. The Commuter, PG-13 6 p.m. Game Night, R 8 p.m. Black Panther, PG-13 Thursday, March 15 5:30 p.m. Black Panther, PG-13 6 p.m. 12 Strong, R 8 p.m. The Shape of Water, R

Black Panther PG-13, Action-Adventure-Drama, 134 min. Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Angela Bassett, Chadwick A. Boseman, Lupita Nyong’o and Danai Gurira. After the death of his father, T’Challa returns home to the African nation of Wakanda to take his rightful place as king. When a powerful enemy suddenly reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king – and as Black Panther – gets tested when he’s drawn into a conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people.

The Commuter Last Showing PG-13, Action-Adventure-Drama, 105 min. Cast: Liam Neeson, Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Jonathan Banks and Elizabeth McGovern. A businessman is caught up in a criminal conspiracy during his daily commute home.

Den of Thieves R, Action-Adventure, 137 min. Cast: Gerard Butler, Jordan Bridges, Pablo Schreiber, Sonya Balmores and 50 Cent. A gritty Los Angeles crime

saga which follows the intersecting and often personally connected lives of an elite unit of the LA County Sheriff’s Dept. and the state’s most successful bank robbery crew as the outlaws plan a seemingly impossible heist on the Federal Reserve Bank of downtown Los Angeles.

The 15:17 to Paris Premiere PG-13, Drama-History-Thriller, 94 min. Cast: Alek Skarlatos, Anthony Sadler, Spencer Stone, Ray Corasani and Judy Greer. Based on a true story of a thwarted 2015 terrorist train attack: Three lifelong friends, while on an adventure to Europe, discover a terrorist plot aboard a train bound for Paris. Throughout the harrowing ordeal, the friendship between these young Americans never wavers, making it their greatest weapon and allowing these unlikely heroes to save the lives of the more than 500 passengers on board.

Game Night R, Comedy, 100 min. Cast: Rachel McAdams, Jason Batman, Kylie Bunbury, Kyle Chandler and Michael C. Hall. Max and Annie’s weekly game night gets kicked up a notch when Max’s brother

Brooks arranges a murder mystery party – complete with fake thugs and federal agents. So when Brooks gets kidnapped, it’s all supposed to be part of the game. As the competitors set out to solve the case, they start to learn that neither the game nor Brooks are what they seem to be. The friends soon find themselves in over their heads as each twist leads to another unexpected turn over the course of one chaotic night.

Maze Runner: The Death Cure PG-13, Action-SciFi-Thriller. 120 min. Cast: Rosa Salazar, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Dylan O’Brien, Kaya Scodelario and Aidan Gillen. Young hero Thomas embarks on a mission to find a cure for a deadly disease known as the “Flare.”

Peter Rabbit Premiere PG, Animation-Adventure-Comedy, 95 min. Cast: James Corden, Fayssal Bazzi, Domhnall Gleeson, Sia and Colin Moody. A new feature adaptation of Beatrix Potter’s beloved and classic tale of the likeable yet mischievous and adventurous Peter Rabbit who has captivated generations of readers.

Peter takes on the starring role with his own irreverent, contemporary attitude as we follow his risky attempts to sneak into farmer McGregor’s vegetable garden and enjoy his plundered loot.

The Shape of Water R, Drama-Romance, 123 min. Cast: Octavia Spencer, Lauren Lee Smith, Michael Shannon, Michael Stuhlbarg and Sally Hawkins. At a top secret research facility in the 1960s, a lonely janitor forms a unique relationship with an amphibious creature that is being held in captivity.

12 Strong Last Showing R, War-Action-Adventure, 120 min. Cast: Chris Hemsworth, William Fichtner, Elsa Pataky, Michael Pea and Yasmine Aker. The True Story of the Army’s Special Forces “Green Berets,” who within weeks responded to the 9-11 attack. Green Berets and AFSOC took over the country and allowed other Special Forces and the rest of the conventional military to begin the real war.

A Wrinkle in Time Premiere PG, Adventure-Family-Fantasy, 109 min. Cast: Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Chris Pine, Reese Witherspoon, Michael Pea and Oprah Winfrey. After the disappearance of her scientist father, three peculiar beings send Meg, her brother, and her friend to space in order to find him. Traveling via a wrinkling of time and space known as tessering, they are soon transported to worlds beyond their imagination where they must confront a powerful evil. To make it back home to Earth, Meg must look deep within herself and embrace her flaws to harness the strength necessary to defeat the darkness closing in on them.

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 081-811-4648 / 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 USMRA-SI at usmrasi.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.

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.

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

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

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.

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. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz@med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

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.

The Welfare & Recreation Association is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. For details visit http://www.wraitalia.it.

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 334-67710327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. navy.mil or call 081-811-5554.

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.

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.

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Signs of Spring Popping up in Naples and Environs

By Lou Freed

Although many still don layers of clothing these days to keep warm, bright wildflowers, smiling daffodils and radiant mimosa trees in Campania broadcast spring returns this month. The blooms also remind it is Women’s History Month and March 19 is Italian Father’s Day. And speaking of la primavera’s comeback, the San Carlo Theater is gearing up for the season with a not-to-be missed ballet.

Women’s History Month Honoring women’s significant economic, political, educational and social contributions in their communities was inspired by the female New Yorkers that lost their lives in a factory fire as they struggled for their workers’ rights in 1908. Henceforth, Italy has annually commemorated the tragic event on March 8, associating this month’s abundant delicate mimosa blossoms to symbolize the heroines. Customarily, Italian men bring mimosa sprigs or bouquets to women of their life for the occasion.

The two-act romantic ballet “Giselle” will grace the stage at the world famous San Carlos Theater March 24-28. Photo by Luciano Romano, courtesy of the San Carlo Theater

Festa di San Giuseppe/ Festa del papà Honoring St. Joseph on March 19 had already been in numerous Western Christian calendars by the 10th century before Rome officially established the date in 1479, according to historians. Traditionally, the day is a solemn occasion among Catholics and the time for Italians, Spanish and Portuguese to celebrate Dads.

The Italian tradition of serving up the pastry, zeppola, on the special day has been attributed to Sicilian pastry chefs that chose the saint as their patron. With coffee, tea or chilled spumante, the cream and cherry enriched delight is divine.

mavera when hundreds of awesome Italian buildings and properties of architectural and environmental significance can be visited.

Fondo Ambiente Italiano (Italian Environmental Fund), a nonprofit organization, aims to promote the respect and preservation of Italian nature, art, history and traditions that are a fundamental part of their roots and identity.

Since 1975, the group has rescued, restored and opened to the public important testimonies of Italian artistic heritage.

Contributions and memberships in the organization are welcome during the two-day program. Details will soon be at http://www.fondoambiente.it/

FAI’s Spring Days Mark March 24-25 on your calendars for Giornata FAI di Pri-

“Giselle” Ballet The iconic romantic two-act ballet graces the San Carlos The-

ater’s stage, March 24-28. Derived from a Slavic legend, Le Villi (Nymphs/Spirits), the ballet, a scenario by the French librettists, Jules-Henri Vernoy de SaintGeorges and Théophile Gautier, was based on the 19th century novel by the German writer, Heinrich Heine.

The ballet recalls the romantic relationshop between the lovely peasant Giselle and Prince Albrecht then shows how the power of love overcomes the vindictive spirit of the mythical Nymphs.

Ballerinas Marianela Nuñez, Claudia D'Antonio and Anna Chiara Amirante will alternate interpreting Giselle on varied dates while Vladimir Shklyarov and Alessandro Staiano will perform, also on selected dates, as Duke Albrecht to choreographer Anna Razzi’s version of the work. Also taking stage will be the San Carlo

Ballet Corps along with the San Carlo Orchestra.

A truly beautiful ballet not to be missed. For details visit http://www.teatrosancarlo.it or call 081-797- 2331/2412.

Gastronomy For those inclined towards creating something special to celebrate women’s world global impact, visit http://www.academiabarilla.com/it alian-recipes/step-step-recipes/mimosa-cake.aspx for an Italian style mimosa cake recipe. Alternatively, find a pasticceria that sells the delicacy.

Easier to prepare is mimosa punch. Rachel Ray, an accomplished American-Italian New York author, businesswoman and chef, shares her recipe at https://www.rachaelrayshow.com/r ecipe/17601_Mimosa/ Buon divertimento!

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JOBS CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES (CHR) Effective October 19, 2017, new 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 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 will be prompted to create a login.gov account upon signing in to 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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The application form and instructions on how to apply for Local National positions have been revised.

Applications that do not conform to the revised instructions will not be considered.

CLOSING March 22, 2018 Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic, Uc-5306-06, ANN# 44308-902369-PG, Full Time Permanent If you have any questions, contact the front desk at DSN 626-5409 or Comm. 081-568-5409. You can also contact the Civilian Human

Resources (CHR) Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the CHR services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, a CHR Representative is available for the bi-weekly “Meet & Greet” at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8-9 a.m. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the CHR representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the CHR office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The date for the next “Meet & Greet” is yet to be determined.

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

NSA NAPLES U.S. NAF POSITIONS Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#8-020, Flexible Part-Time, MWR Bowling Center Naples, Italy. Job summary: Main duty will be to provide oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information on the use of equipment. Provide information concerning facilities and operation. Open until filled.

Recreation Assistant, NF0189-01/02, ANN#18-021 Flexible Part-Time, Fleet & Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy. Job summary: Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style. Open until filled.

CYP Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#18-024, (Multiple Positions) Regular Full Time (Eligible for Post Allowance), CYP Divisions, CDC/Teens/Sac/Youth Naples. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting. Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Closing date: September 30, 2018.

CYP Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#18-028 , (Multiple Positions) Flexible Full Time, CYP Divisions, CDC/Teens/Sac/Youth Naples. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting. Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Closing date: September 30, 2018.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,

ANN#18-029, Flexible, Fitness Dept., Capo/Support Site. Job summary: Employee in this position plays an integral part in providing customer service and insuring patrons are offered a clean facility and pleasant conditions for their fitness/athletic workouts or programs. Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#18-043, Flexible Part-Time, Auto Skills Center, Naples. Job summary: Main duty will be to provide oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information on the use of equipment.

Provide information concerning facilities and operation. Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#18-044 Flexible, Liberty/ Entertainment, Capo/Support site. Job summary: Serves as an aid for the Liberty/Entertainment program assisting with various functions and duties as they relate each program. Open until filled.

Food Service Worker, NA7408-02, ANN#18-019, Flexible Part-Time, Bowling Center. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. Open until filled.

Cook/Food Service Worker, NA-7404-03 KPP 04, ANN#18052, (Multiple Positions) Flexible Full Time. Job summary: Performs a variety of food preparations and limited cooking tasks in a club and/or snack bar environment. Assists higher level food service worker or cook to perform a variety of tasks such as grilling/frying food, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required, regulating temperature and removing when done to specified temperature.

Open until filled.

CYP Custodian, NA-3566-02, ANN#18-074, Regular Full Time (NTE 1 year), School Age Care Support Site. Job summary: The CYP Custodian will provide a variety of semiskilled labor and cleaning tasks for the CYP facilities which include Child Development Centers, School Age Care program, Youth Programs, Child Development Home offences and lending libraries. Closing date: September 30, 2018.

CYP Cook, Na-7404-08 ANN# 18-073, Regular Part-Time (NTE 1 year), CDC Capodichino.

Job summary: The CYP Cook performs various tasks or a sequence of tasks in food service preparation. Tasks consist of several steps that require attention to work op-

erations and follow and established sequence of work. These tasks, which are summarized into categories related to food preparation and service, kitchen maintenance, and food storage. Closing date: September 30, 2018.

CDC Director, NF-1701-04 ANN#18-089 Regular Full-time, CYP Naples. Job summary: The purpose of this position is to administer a center based developmentally appropriate early childhood program for children of eligible patrons. Administration includes the direction and operation of a small (up to 99 children) Child Development Center (CDC). A variety of services are provided in accordance with demand and availability of funding to include full-time child development programs for ages six weeks through 12 years,, emergency care, special needs care, developmental assessments, and extensive staff training and parent education programs. Closing date: March 9, 2018.

CYP Assistant, CY-1702-I/II ANN#18-083R Regular Part-time, CYP Support Site. Job summary: The purpose of this position is to provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth in one or more CY programs. This position is expected to work with the Child Development Center (CDC) or Youth director with minimum supervision toward the overall objectives of administering the CDC or School Age Care (SAC) program ensuring effectiveness, compatibility with other programs, and compliance with requirements.

Closing date: March 16, 2018.

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.

GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#180000FT Sales Clerk (Ladies)/E8/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#170004GI Sales Clerk (Garden)/C9/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#180000J2 Sales Clerk (Garden)/C9/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#170004GL Sales Clerk (Garden)/C9/NF-1/Regular-FT – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann# 70004QK Sales Clerk (Childrens) E5/NF-1/Regular-FT – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#170004FY Sales Clerk (Furniture)/B9/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional

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Ann#1800001J Cashier Checker/CC/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas.

Ann#180000GV Cashier Checker/CC/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas.

Ann#1800000V Loss Prevention/Safety Invest (Detective)/ 52/NF-2/Regular – PT – Open until filled – Pay rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential.

Ann#180000GU Customer Service Clerk/CS//NF-2/Regular-Part Time – Open until filled – Pay rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, gas sales, layaways, etc.

Ann#180000IY Store Worker (Candy)/A1/NA-02/Regular-FT – Open until filled – Pay rate: $11.07 per hour. Job summary: Performs various duties in connection with loading, unloading, verifying of merchandise, in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location, or moving/stacking layaway merchandise in assigned locations.

Ann#180000IX Sales Clerk (Toys)/C5/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#1700047B Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9 per hour.

Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at

least 18 years old to apply.

Ann#180000G6 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-1/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $8-$9 per hour.

Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Ann#180000F1 Supervisory Sales Clerk/MM/NF-2/Regular Full Time – Pay rate: $9-$13 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

CAPODICHINO NEXMART Ann#180000EI Customer Service Clerk/MM//NF-2/Regular-FT – Open until filled – Pay rate: $9-$10 per hour. Job summary: Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, gas sales, layaways, etc. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

EUROPE DISTRICT DISTRIBUTION Ann#1700045N Warehouse Worker/71/NA-05/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $13.78 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for one or more functions (receiving, storing, issuing and shipping, etc.) within the warehouse area. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Ann#170004P9 Warehouse Worker/72/NA-05/FLEX – Open until filled – Pay rate: $13.78 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for one or more functions (receiving, storing, issuing and shipping, etc.) within the warehouse area. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES U.S. Consulate General in Naples Seeking Regional Security Office Secretary The U.S. Consulate General in Naples is seeking eligible and qualified U.S. citizens falling under the “Not Ordinarily Resident” category, for the position of Regional Security Office Secretary, available immediately on a full-time schedule, on a fixedterm of 1 year. Qualifications required and all information are available at https://webservices. usembassy.it/era/

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MORE BASE NOTES Mar. 17: Trek the Path of the Gods with Outdoor Recreation Put on your hiking boots and experience breathtaking views on a trekking trip to The Path of the Gods, along the Amalfi peninsula, March 17 with Outdoor Recreation. Trips are open to everyone 15 years and above, however those who are 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Register no later than five days prior to trip. For details call DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-811-4947.

Mar. 18: USO Bingo Spend an afternoon playing Bingo with friends and family at the Naples High School Cafeteria March 18 and get a chance to wind incredible prizes. The free event is hosted by USO Naples.

Doors open at 3 p.m. for U.S. ID card holders. For details call DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903.

Mar. 19: St. Patrick’s Day at Strikers Bowling Center Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by wearing green and bowling at a reduced cost at Strikers Bowling Center March 19 from 3 to 11 p.m. Green beer will be available for purchase. For details call DSN 629-6976 or Comm. 081-811-6976.

Mar. 21: Free USO Monthly Spouse Coffee Join the free USO Naples monthly Spouse Coffee March 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Community Center onboard Support Site and enjoy the opportunity to network and learn something new about the community. Refreshments provided

by Coffee Point. Children are welcome.

For details call DSN 629-4903 or Comm.

081-811-4903.

Mar. 23: Free USO Family Game Night The USO, Bambusa and Navy Exchange will present a free monthly Family Game Night at Bambusa’s March 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The evening will include trivia games that the whole family can play while enjoying dinner. For details call DSN 626-5713.

Mar 24: Rafting Day Trip with Outdoor Recreation Experience a challenging recreational activity immersed in the beauty of the outdoors. Rafting day trips are open to 12 years and above. Cost includes equipment, guide and a light lunch. Must sign up no later than five days prior to trip.

For pricing and details call DSN 6294947 or Comm. 081-811-4947.

Mar. 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16: 4-Day Archery Course with Outdoor Recreation Shoot the Bulls-Eye with a four-day archery course at Support Site Youth Center Gym. Course is open to 10 years and up and includes four one-hour sessions, equipment and qualified FITARCO instructor. Participants 17 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent/adult. Register no later than five days prior to class date at Support Site Outdoor Recreation. For details call DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-811-4947.

Mar. 29: USO Call for Dishes at Taste of Home Single and unaccompanied service members living in the BEQ and Triangle will receive a freshly made dinner March 29, compliments of the NSA Naples Community. Show your appreciation for our active duty service members by supporting this program by making and donating a dish of your favorite recipe. For details call DSN 629-4903 or email nleiva@uso.org Get Started on Your College Degree – SAT, ACT Tests at Navy College Office Both the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and American College Test (ACT) are available for free for active duty and reserve Sailors. One or both of these tests are required for entrance to most colleges, and are usually the first step toward obtaining your college degree. To learn more about scheduling these tests and how to kick start your college experience, stop by the Navy College Office (NCO), which is located in Admin 2, Room 36.1 onboard Capodichino to speak with one of the NCO counselors. For details call DSN 626-6683 or Comm. 081568-6683 or e-mail lawrence.daley@eu.navy.mil NAVSUP FLCI Postal Office E-mail Notifications and Survey Naples is working on implementing an email notification system for packages. If your mailbox is locate at the Capodichino mailroom on the spine, a letter was placed in your box at the end of last week. Please fill out and submit the form to your local postal clerk as soon as possible to help get the system up and running. Please also click the link below to take our Postal Hours Survey. We appreciate your participation in this quick six question survey, and every response helps us provide the best customer service hours: https://bmay.typeform.com/to/TOLDjj

In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.(On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638

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Day Trip to Museo Nazionale Ferroviario Di Pietrarsa

By Ferdinando Johnston

This past winter, my brother Simone and I visited the old train factory museum of Pietrarsa called Museo Nazionale Ferroviario Di Pietrarsa.

The museum is south of Naples near Ercolano, within easy driving distance from Naples for a day trip, or you could go by train. This location is where the history of the Italian railway began starting with the old steam engines. The first railway track was inaugurated on October 3, 1839, and it went from Naples to Portici, and the first locomotive in Italy was made in Pietrarsa.

Ferdinand II, ruler of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, had a dream for his country to escape the supremacy of Great Britain and France, and developing a world class train and rail system was a big part of his plan. The workshop he proposed was used to produce not only trains but also mechanical parts for the Italian Navy. The museum features several pavilions and each one displays a different era of train engines starting with steam engines and also electric trains including the King’s special cars up to the elegant commuter passenger cars of the

20th century and modern day fast trains.

In one pavilion there’s a reproduction of the first Italian train drawn by an Englishman named Bayard.

The giant steam engines are beautifully restored and offer an exciting glimpse into historical periods going back more than 150 years. You can visit all trains inside and out and we had a lot of fun pretending to drive the trains and exploring the King’s dining car and even the old prisoner car where criminals were transported to jails.

You can also enjoy amazing views of the port of Naples and the Mediterranean Sea since the museum is located right on the water.

There is something for everyone at this museum and they even have a fun video presentation that presents the history of trains in Italy and miniature toy train layouts as well as some of the giant machines workers used to create train pieces. If you want, you can even take an antique train ride from the station or catch a regular train since the main train lines goes right through the museum train station.

This was our first visit to the museum, but we are definitely going back again soon. For more details or directions visit http://www.museopietrarsa.it/

Upcoming USo Tours Capodichino office 081-568-5713 Support Site office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it

ToUrS opeN To BoTh U.S. MiliTArY ANd NATo i.d. CArd holderS

Mar. 10:Mysterious Naples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €29 Mar. 11:Sassi Stones of Matera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €47 Mar. 17:Salerno and the Ruins of Paestum. . . . . . €49 Mar. 18:Bourbon Tunnel and Naples Downtown. €29 Mar. 23:Wine and Dine in a Cave. . . . . . . . . . . . . €55 Mar. 24:Hiking the Path of Gods . . . . . . . . . . . . . €40 Mar. 25:Palm Sunday at the Vatican. . . . . . . . . . . €42 Mar. 30:The Island of Capri and Sorrento . . . . . . €94 Mar. 31:Positano and Amalfi by Boat. . . . . . . . . . €62

EXTENDED TOURS Mar. 29-Apr. 1: Easter in Paris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €550 Mar. 31-Apr. 1: Easter in Florence and Pisa. . . . €195 July 4-7: 4th of July on the French Riviera . . . . . . . . . . . . . €489

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MERCATO/CLASSIFIED ADS • 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.

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