Panorama February 24, 2017

62nd year, No. 7

Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy

Friday, February 24, 2017

Military Saves Week: Helping Service Members Build Wealth, Reduce Debt From Defense Media Activity

Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Doug Carpenter signs the Military Saves Week proclamation and challenges the community to take the “savers pledge.” The goal of Military Saves Week is to encourage service members and their families to begin the journey toward financial freedom. Photo by MC1 Daniel Barker

‘Make Saving Automatic!’ is the theme for this year’s “Military Saves Week,” which runs February 27 through March 4, 2017.

Partnered with the Department of Defense Financial Readiness Campaign, this week is an opportunity for installations and organizations to promote good savings habits and a chance for service members and their families to assess their own saving status.

The program focuses on helping service members achieve their financial goals by providing savings advice, financial tools and resources, and motivation.

“Military Saves Week” serves as part of the Military Saves Campaign, a year-round social marketing campaign to persuade, motivate and encourage members of the DoD to save money and reduce consumer debt.

MILITARY SAVES WEEK

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Red Cross Dental Assisting Program – Naval Hospital Naples’ Dental Link to the Community

By HM2 Hunter Cole U.S. Naval Hospital Naples

When you visit the Naval Hospital Naples Dental Clinic, you will hear a lot of sounds – paper rustling, phones ringing and appointments being booked by our friendly front desk staff.

You will also hear the whirring of dental handpieces and the sounds of a team working hard to make

your visit a pleasant one.

But the intangible hum of the clinic is the passion for teaching and learning taking place. The dental family at Naval Hospital Naples is dedicated to serving the community and mentoring eager volunteers through the American Red Cross Dental Assistant Volunteer Program.

DENTAL MONTH

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The Dental Department conducts their daily team huddle and brief at day’s end to discuss any issues and/or ways they could have improved. Photo by Lt. Cmdr. Willie Barksdale

CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 NAVY HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis

Mattis Meets With Middle Eastern Leaders From DoD News

On his first trans-Atlantic trip in his current post, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis met with leaders from three U.S. allies in the Middle East, according to a news release issued by the Defense Department February 20, 2017.

Meeting With Ghani in Munich At the Munich Security Conference on February 17 Mattis met with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani. The men discussed the two countries’ commitment to the safety and security of Afghanistan, the release said, and Ghani thanked Mattis for the sacrifices that U.S. military personnel have made and continue to make in his country.

Mattis and Ghani also discussed the status of reforms in the Afghan security forces, and they both noted anti-corruption efforts are among the work that still needs to be done, the release said. Mattis thanked Ghani for his leadership and for his enduring partnership with the United States.

Meeting With Crown Prince in UAE On February 18 Mattis traveled to the United Arab MATTIS MEETS WITH MID EAST LEADERS

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PANOrAMA February 24, 2017

CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Doug Carpenter NSA Naples Commanding Officer

I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend following AC17 and took some time to celebrate Presidents Day. The weather was picture perfect and it was a great opportunity to enjoy outdoor adventures like exploring one the many local UNESCO World Heritage Sites or snow skiing in the mountains. These options are a unique advantage to being stationed in Naples, Italy. If you are ever looking for something to do, look up the many tours available from MWR and the USO. Military Saves Week is February 27 through March 4, 2017. The week is an annual reminder and opportunity to promote good financial fitness and a chance for individuals to evaluate their strategies for spending and saving money. This year’s campaign is especially important as many junior service members will have the choice to opt in to the new Blended Retirement System. Throughout this year educational resources and training will be made available through FFSC to help you to make the best decision for you and your family. You can access the BRS website at militarypay.defense.gov/BlendedRetirement and review other resources at militaryonesource.mil.

Ombudsmen are volunteers who are appointed by Commanding Officers to serve as a direct connection between command leadership and families. FFSC provides a variety of services to support and enhance the Ombudsman Program, and ensures each command has a a voice at monthly Ombudsman assembly meetings. NSA Naples recently appointed a new Ombudsman, Rozmary Seastrom, who is really looking forward to working with our families and the greater community. Thank you Rozmary and thank you to all of the area Ombudsmen for serving this important role. As we prepare for the upcoming PCS season, it is very important for sponsors to reach out to their command Ombudsmen to ensure they have the latest information to pass along to inbound families BEFORE they arrive in Naples.

We are currently in the middle of the Carnevale celebration. While most Americans are familiar with Mardis Gras we may not be aware the two events share the same ancient origins. A Roman celebration of Saturnalia evolved into many versions of what are now Mardi Gras and Carnevale events around the world, which now lead into the Lenten season. These celebrations now stretch into week long (or longer) festivals, parades, and parties that are spectacular events in historic centers in Italy such as Venice, Viareggio and Acireale.

So please go out and contact your Ombudsman, enjoy the spring weather, see the sights and stay safe!

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BASE NOTES Youth Deployment Support Groups Student Deployment Support Group offered once a month for students who are looking to process issues relating to pre-deployment, deployment, and reintegration. Students can self-select to attend and parent referrals are accepted. Meetings at Naples Elementary are open to all K-6th grade students and meetings at Naples Middle High School are open to all 7th-12th grade students. Food will be served and students will be given an opportunity to process issues deployment creates. For dates and more information please contact Shannon McCaulley, School Liaison Officer at NaplesSLO@eu.navy.mil or call 081-811-6549.

VITA Volunteer IRS Training at Capodichino Volunteers are needed for the 2017 IRS Self Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

Volunteers will receive free IRS training and a certificate upon completion. VITA center will be open during the tax season (overseas through June 15). There will be volunteer opportunities at both Capodichino and Support Site. For details call Daniela Floco at DSN 626-4576 or Comm. 081-568-4576 or e-mail daniela.flococaro.it@eu.navy.mil Base Access Request Deadlines Personnel who are not eligible to sponsor guests through the Pass & ID Office and who are requesting non-mission related base access for guests must submit their signed, written request with supporting identification documents to the NSA SJA’s office a minimum of 10 business days in advance of the desired access date. No exceptions will be permitted.

Non-mission related base access requests that cannot be routed through Pass & ID include those from either personnel who do not have sponsorship privileges, or from any personnel whose base access requests exceed 90 days, or from personnel who have sponosrship privileges but wish to sponsor more guests than the limit. For details call Tiziana Orso at DSN 626-4006 or email tiziana.orso.it@eu.navy.mil or LN2 Jessica Smart at DSN 626-0428 or email jessica.smart@eu.navy.mil Blended Retirement System Training Online In order to support BRS Opt-in training in calendar year 2017, all Personal Financial Managers at Fleet and Family Support Centers, financial educators (including NETC Life Skills instructors), and command financial specialists are required to complete the BRS Financial Counselor and Educator Course. The 60minute course is available on Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) at http://jko.jten.mil/ (course #: J3OP-US1331).

This course is also highly recommended for command master chiefs, command career counselors, and others who offer career and professional development guidance so they can more knowledgeably discuss the BRS. Outdoor Recreation Ski Shop Services and Hours The Support Site Outdoor Recreation Center Ski Shop will be open through March 10, 2017, on TuesdaysFridays, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Skis, snowboards and other winter equipment are available for rent.

Bring your own skis or snowboards in for repairs. For pricing or other information, call DSN 629-4947 Comm. 081-811-4947.

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MVRO Naples USAA Message USAA has a new toll free number: 800-97-1707 that can now be dialed from cell phones in Italy. It is most convenient when vehicle related issues happen on the road. For details call MVRO at DSN 629-6885 or Comm. 081-811-688.

New Phone Numbers for Shuttle Bus Information Transportation QAE – 337 124 7413 Transportation OPS – 337 127 4659 Transportation Branch Head – 337 129 9392 For details call Michael Leyba DSN 626-6866 or email michael.leyba@eu.navy.mil Tickets and Travel has Tickets for Upcoming Teatro di San Carlo Season Experience a ballet or opera at the world famous Teatro di San Carlo in Naples with Tickets and Travel. Tickets are on sale now for the following shows: March 11 – Cinderella Ballet; April 29 – La Traviata; May 20 – Alice in Wonderland Ballet; July 14 – Carmen. Reserve your tickets at https://myffr.navyaims.com or call Support Site Tickets and Travel at DSN 629-7901 or Comm. 081-8117901 or Capo Tickets and Travel at DSN 626-4330 or Comm. 081-568-4330.

Now-June 15: Free Tax Filing with VITA Center Services The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Center will assist service members DoD employees and their families through June 15. VITA Volunteers will provide free assistance in filing your returns for tax year 2016 both at the Capodichino Library and Support Site at the Fleet and Family Center. The service is by appointment only. For details call the Legal Assistance Office at DSN 626-4576 or Comm. 081-568-4576 or email daniela.flococaro.it@eu.navy.mil Now-Feb. 26: Presidents’ Day at the Libraries Come celebrate famous U.S. Presidents in history at the Support Site Library and Capo Connections.

Check out our selected books, see our B.B. displays and read our info sheets. For details call DSN 6294361 or Comm. 081-811-4361.

Now-Feb. 28: CAPO CDC Traffic Pattern Change Extended Now through February 28, there will be roadway construction at the intersection between the CDC and East Parking Garage on CAPO. East bound traffic will experience a lane shift. Please exercise caution and reduced speeds when traveling in all directions at this intersection. For details call Lt. j.g. Michael Del Rossi at DSN 626-2689 or email michael.delrossi@eu.navy.mil Now-Mar. 3: Registration Open for Session 3 Group and Private Swim Lessons at Capo FitZone Indoor Pool Register February 24 to March 3 for Private Swim Lessons at Capo FitZone Indoor Pool. Lessons will run over a four-week session, from March 4 to 29. For details call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-568-4254 or visit facebook.com/mwrnaples

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ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS

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COMPILED BY TERESA MEROLA NSA NAPLES PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Taxi Drivers Call off Strike After six days of sitting idle, taxi drivers reached a deal late Tuesday with the government after five hours of intense negotiations. Taxi drivers said the current rules benefit ride-hailing services such as Uber or NCCs (rental cars that come with a driver) because unlike taxis these ride-hailing services can buy licenses in smaller towns (where they cost less than taxi licenses), but then they use them to work in cities where they compete directly with taxis. Taxi drivers also complain that they have to work under fixed tariffs while Uber and NCCs can charge as much as they like. The government postponed the bill to regulate car-hire services because it wanted more time to investigate the issue; and said they will meet again with taxi and NCC representatives soon.

Grand Parade to Celebrate Last Day of Carnevale Tuesday Carnevale is celebrated in Italy with parades, masquerade balls, music and parties 40 days before easter and with a huge party before Ash Wednesday. Because the date of Easter changes yearly, so does the date for carnival festivals which can be anywhere from February 3 to 9. The most popular carnivals in Italy are Venice, famous for its elaborate and traditional masks, and Viareggio, famous for its traditional parade of floats made of paper-pulp, depicting caricatures of popular people, such as politicians, showmen and sportsmen. Naples celebrates the last day of Carnevale on February 28

with a Grand Parade through the streets of the historic center. The parade starts at 3 p.m. from Piazza del Gesù, Via Toledo, Piazza Carità and the grand finale at Piazza Banchi Nuovi.

Caserta Royal Palace Theater Now Open for Tours on Weekends The theater inside the Royal Palace in Caserta has never been open to the public, until now. This beautiful eighteenthcentury theater will be open for tours from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday thanks to volunteers of the Italian Touring Club. The theater is located on the western side of the palace. It was inaugurated in January 1769 by the young King Ferdinand and Queen Maria Carolina at the presence of the Neapolitan aristocracy. It was an exclusive theater used only for the court and it was equipped with a private entrance that allowed the king to go directly to the royal stage. Visitors can now admire this jewel of the palace, which has never been open to the public and therefore it is little known.

Dinosaurs Return to Naples The Natural Reserve of Astroni is one of the most important natural park of Naples located in an extinct volcano of 247 hectars in the Phlegrean fields in Agnano. The Reserve will host a Dinosaurs exhibition with 40 dinosaur specimens reconstructed in all details from March 4 to November 5, 2017. The prehistoric theme exhibition will include the T-Rex and the huge Diplodocus. The exhibition will be open only on weekends from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (last entry will be at 4:30 p.m.)

USO Naples is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to join their committee to make a difference in the community through special events and outreach. If interested, email USO Naples and Rome Director, Sabrina Pullido at spullido@uso.org.

Naples American Red Cross (ARC) needs volunteers. For details or to register for a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-5684788 or 626-4788 or visit American Red Cross Naples on Facebook.

Naples Military HOG Chapter Seeking New Members Naples Military HOG Chapter (NMC) is looking for members to join a great bunch of folks whose interest is to have fun, enjoy Italy on the back of a motorcycle. We have monthly meetings, weekend rides throughout the hillsides of Italy, overnight stays at beach resorts or remote towns, and enjoy Italy with other Italian HOG Chapters. We do NMC Chapter rides which are only open to HOG members, and rides with other bikers, not just HOGs. For details contact Wally Laysa at roadglidecruzer@ gmail.com or 081-568-1935 or 342-5175350; or Doug Lyyski at dlyyski@gmail.com or 081-568-2905 or visit the NEX Military Car Sales Associate at the Support Site Food Court.

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

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

Ongoing / On the Horizon NMCRS Uniform Locker The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Uniform Locker has FREE new and gently used uniforms and uniform items for all active-duty service members.

The Uniform Locker is located on board Capodichino on the ground floor of Admin II, Room G016 (down the hall from the Navy College), and is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For details call DSN 626-3913 or Comm. 081-5683913.

Naples Middle High School Marching Band Parents of Naples Middle High School Students: Looking for a fun and educational after school activity for your kids? Good news! There is still time to join the NMHS Marching Band! Interested?

Check us out Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. in the Band Room. For details, email louis.hewett@eu.dodea.edu 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.

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HISTORY: FIRST FEMALE CAPTAIN From Navy History and Heritage Command

On Feb. 26, 1944, Sue Sophia Dauser, Superintendent of the Navy’s Nurse Corps became the first woman in the Navy to receive the rank of Captain.

She was born Sept. 20, 1888, in Anaheim, California. Dauser earned her nursing degree from California Hospital School of Nursing in 1914, and she remained there serving as a surgical supervisor until 1917. When the United States entered World War I in April 1917, Dauser joined the naval reserve.

By October 1917, Dauser was on active duty, training at the Naval Hospital in San Diego, and shortly after that, she was promoted to chief nurse.

In August 1918, Dauser and the nurses in her charge left for Liverpool, England. From there, she went on to Edinburgh, Scotland, where her nurses cared for both British and American forces. From the end of the war in 1918 until 1939, Dauser’s assignments took her to every naval station on the West Coast, as well as Guam and the Philippines. In addition to serving at shore hospitals, she served on several ships, and was at the bedside of President Warren G. Harding when he died in San Francisco in 1923.

In 1939, Dauser was appointed superintendent of the Navy Nurse Corps.

Her main charge was to

prepare and expand the Navy’s Nurse Corps, for what the War Department anticipated would be another major war looming on the horizon. She also had another more personal mission: to obtain equal rank and privileges for Navy nurses, who, although being treated as officers, received neither the same pay nor benefits, as male officers.

At the start of World War II, the Navy had only about 600 nurses, but by the end of the war in 1945, the

Nurse Corps was 11,000 strong. And in 1942, Congress authorized full officer’s commissions and equal pay for Navy nurses. Both achievements were a result of Dauser’s untiring and selfless work.

On Feb. 26, 1944, Dauser was promoted to captain. In 1945, Secretary of the Navy James Forrestal presented Dauser with the Distinguished Service Medal, the first Navy nurse to earn that honor: Another first for this remarkable woman.

A veteran of two wars, three ships, and 28 years of active duty, Dauser retired in November 1945. She lived the remainder of her life in La Mesa, California, until her death on March 11, 1972.

SPOTLIGHT: MARK LUDINGTON

Mark Ludington was born and raised in Valparaiso, Indiana. In 1990 Ludington made the decision to join the United States Air Force, which he dedicated seven years of service. In 2004, Ludington discovered his passion for volunteering. Anyone who meets Ludington can immediately understand how volunteerism comes as second nature to him, as he is truly passionate about helping others.

Ludington and his wife arrived at Naples in 2013.

Almost immediately he set out to find where his next venture in volunteering was going to be, and that is when he discovered the Naples American Red Cross.

Public speaking comes naturally to Ludington. It is obvious when he speaks to newcomers about the Naples Red Cross at area orientation that he truly loves helping people.

For newcomers, Naples can be quite challenging, so that is why he is a perfect fit as the voice of the Red Cross at AO; he ensures that each individual is personally given the proper resources regardless of the matter.

Ludington is also a great role model, and he proudly credits his grandfather’s wisdom and lessons he was taught as a child, as the reason why he selflessly gives back to his community in any way he can.

“The Red Cross is about everybody, and volunteering is about helping out the community whenever in need, no matter what,” Ludington said.

In his free time Ludington and his wife love to travel and discover new destinations. The small towns along the Amalfi Coast have been their absolute favorite travel destinations, especially, Villamare, Ogliastro and Ravello. Although their time in Naples is now limited, he says is excited to get back home to spend much needed quality time with his children and grandchildren. The Naples Red Cross family and all those he has helped during his time here will undoubtedly miss him, too. Fair winds and following seas.

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5 FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER EVENTS THIS WEEK February 24, 2017

AUGUST 2016 BIRTHS August 1, 2016 Clark Christopher Steadman 8 pounds 9 ounces, son of Michele C. Steadman and Lt. Christopher E. Steadman

August 9, 2016 Valerie Amala Crump 3 pounds 6.5 ounces, daughter of Bai Tarhata B. Crump and Lt. Dennis J. Crump

August 3, 2016 Liam Martin Lunceford 7 pounds 9.7 ounces, son of Marharyta Lunceford and Lt. Cmdr. Martin W. Lunceford

August 14, 2016 Caoimhe Jara McGrath 7 pounds 1 ounce, daughter of Beulah Jara McGrath and MA3 James C. McGrath

August 4, 2016 Sophia Mina Ordonez 8 pounds 1 ounce, daughter of Jennifer L. Ordonez and HM2 Walter E. Ordonez

August 18, 2016 Eden Hope Conniff 7 pounds 13 ounces, daughter of Brandie L. Conniff and Lt. Cmdr. Shawn E. Conniff

August 5, 2016 Cleo Carmela Mastriani 8 pounds 3 ounces, daughter of Lindsey A. Mastriani and Lt. Cmdr.

John K. Mastriani

August 31, 2016 Isabella Sofia Melendez Ramsey 7 pounds 7.4 ounces, daughter of Catherine A. Ramsey and Lt. Matthew R. Ramsey

August 8, 2016 Sebastian Kai Nguyen 7 pounds 14.5 ounces, son of Mai Thi Nguyen and Lt. Cmdr. Christian Thai Nguyen

For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC

● Feb 24: Teen Career Exploration, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Meet at Teen Center, Support Site ● Feb 24: Sponsorship Training, 9 a.m. to noon, (Capo, Room G-14) ● Feb 24: Relaxation Techniques for Labor and Delivery, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Feb 24: The Happiest Baby, 11 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Feb 27-Mar 3: Pre-Separation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Feb 27: Resume Skills, 10 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Feb 28: Hand Gestures, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Mar 2: Stress Reduction, 2 to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Mar 2: Steps to Federal Employment, 9 a.m. to noon, Capo Room G-38 all classes require registration.

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

Households Goods Move Timelines Compressed Due to FY17 CR From Naval Supply Systems Command Global Logistics Support Office of Corporate Communications

The Navy Household Goods (HHG) global team announced February 8 Sailors should expect a compressed timeline for planning and scheduling military moves through the end of the Continuing Resolution (CR) for fiscal year 2017.

As a result, once Sailors are in receipt of orders from their detailers, they should submit those orders to the HHG website within 72 hours to initiate the HHG shipment process.

The website for submitting orders is www.navsup.navy.mil/household.

The consequence of the CR is service members will receive their orders only approximately two months prior to their expected move timeframe. Due to the way resources are phased and allocated under a CR, the Navy currently does not have sufficient funds in its manpower accounts to allow for the normal three to four month lead times for Sailors’ PCS orders.

Besides the time constraints, the impact of the CR will be exasperated by the usual annual peak season challenge of private-sector capacity limitations across the industry; shipping, packing, and transportation.

“We are operating under a compressed timeline due to the current CR, and our personnel working at Navy Household Goods are doing everything in their power to facilitate PCS moves once Sailors provide their official orders on-

line,” Rear Adm. James McNeal, commander, Naval Supply Systems Command Global Logistics Support, said.

Navy HHG is providing scheduled, live webinars in an effort to help educate Sailors and their families on the HHG moving process.

The schedule for the webinars is available on the www.navsup.navy.mil/household website.

“We are making extra effort to ensure our Sailors and their families are taken care of during the PCS move process; however, I cannot stress how critical it is that the service member follow the guideline to submit their official orders to our website online as soon as possible once in receipt,” Deborah McGlennon, HHG program manager, said.

“PCS moves are always a team effort between the Sailor, the family members, and the Navy HHG team, but they begin with that first action – submitting the official orders online,” McGlennon added. “That must be initiated by the Sailor.”

ENERGY CONSERVATION March Energy Madness From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Energy conservation and awareness is an important topic has a large impact on our finance. Energy bills are the single largest cost for Navy installations, reflecting about 28% of Navy’s shore budget.

NSA Naples continues to encourage all NSA Naples Tenants to improve the culture of the energy conservation in their organization. In order to improve the energy awareness this Year NSA Naples is promoting a new energy conservation competition called “March Energy madness” to see which of the facilities can conserve most electricity.

How it works All facilities at Capo and on Support Site equipped with an advanced electrical meter or standard electrical meter will compete in electrical energy conservation. PWD will compare for each facility the March 2016 electrical consumption with the March 2017 electrical consumption. The facility with the biggest reduction in the electrical consumption will win the competition. The BEM assigned to the facility will receive a prize.

However the goal is to not only raise awareness but also take action by showing the easiest practices you can apply in your facilities and at your home. All facilities are able to reduce energy consumption by practicing a few easy energy saving actions: ● Ensure all equipment is turned off when not in use. ● Shut-down computer monitors at the end of the workday. ● Ensure lights are off when spaces are unoccupied ● Use your window for the natural daylight instead the artificial lights. ● Ensure office windows and doors are closed. ● Unplug the electronic devices when you aren’t using them (e.g. unplug the cellular phone feeder from the electrical outlet when your cell is 100% charged or when your cell is not connected, etc.)

It will save money and is a good practice to preserve our environment and resources. You will make a difference. Please, pledge to lower your personal energy and water consumption every day, because it makes sense for national defense.

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SOUND OFF: WHAT ARE YOU SAVING FOR?

Master-at-Arms 1st Class Travis Clouse

Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Theron Godbold

Senior Chief Sonar Technician Submarine Kyle Matthiesen

“I’m saving for my children’s college and another house.”

“I’m saving up for travel because when you come to Italy that’s what you want to do, go see a whole bunch of things.”

“Super Bowl tickets for when the Bears go to the Super Bowl.”

Yeoman 2nd Class Mathew Rodriguez “To pay off my car and my student loans to finish my college education.”

Electronics Technician 2nd Class Michael Chambers “We just had a baby so I’m saving for a new house when I get back to the states.”

MVRO Tips: The Three Vehicle Limit

By Kim Nelson NSA Naples MVRO

Every vehicle belonging to an Allied Forces Italy (AFI) member is required to be registered in the AFI system. However, AFI members may only have three vehicles registered at any one time. The only exceptions to the limitation are mopeds or motorcycles under 51cc, of which AFI members may register one per 18-year-old driver in the household, and up to two trailers. Trailers include boat, motorcycle, and camper trailers that are towed by an AFIregistered vehicle. No other exceptions can be made for simultaneously registering more than three vehicles with engines sized 51cc or more: a sponsor may only have three vehicles at any given time. Additionally, they may only have three vehicles total during the duration of their tour.

The reason behind the vehicle limitation is to prevent abuse of

the tax-free AFI registration privileges. As a result, once we have registered three vehicles, all additional vehicle registrations are subject to a case-by-case review and approval is not guaranteed.

MVRO encourages departing AFI members selling a vehicle in the AFI system to have a conversation with the intended buyer to make sure the transaction will not be delayed due to the buyer having a fourth vehicle restriction.

In the event that an AFI member has registered three vehicles previously and one needs to be replaced, the sponsor may only register a fourth vehicle upon ap-

proval of a request for a fourth vehicle. Please see the Motor Vehicle Registration Office (MVRO) for a copy of the request format and instructions to submit the request correctly. Incorrect request submissions will not be considered.

It is important to start the request process early as it can take up to two weeks for the request to be processed, and the sponsor may be required to complete some action in order to obtain final approval such as scrapping or selling one of his/her other vehicles, providing proof of lien release, providing additional information, etc. All requests to register a fourth vehicle Italywide are routed through the CMVRO Director, which can result in a longer wait period in

busy seasons. It is preferred that transactions involving a fourth vehicle not be scheduled until the request has been approved as the system blocks the registration of a fourth vehicle unless it has been overridden by the CMVRO Director. If you have an urgent issue, please speak to a supervisor in either the Support Site or Capo offices.

For more information and to obtain fourth vehicle request instructions, call MVRO at DSN 629-6876 or Comm. 081-8116876 or send an email to mvronaples@eu.navy.mil. Responses to e-mails can normally be expected within 24 hours. MVRO’s current business hours are by appointment Monday-Thursday 7:45 to 11:45 a.m. and 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. Fridays are reserved for walk-in customers 7:45-11:45 a.m. and 12:45 to 3 p.m. Customers are accepted on Fridays until 2:30 p.m. Office closures will be announced in PAO notes and in Panorama.

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DENTAL MONTH

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Navy Dental Corps Lt. Kathleen Boland, the program director and lead instructor for the Red Cross Dental Assistant Program, spoke about how dentistry offers amazing opportunities to make an impact in our patients’ lives and literally brighten their smiles This program not only helps our patients, but offers a fantastic opportunity for those in the program to learn a skill set they can take back to the United States to help advance their career. The field of dentistry offers many rewarding career options. I’m excited to share all that dentistry has to offer with this year’s class.”

The program is designed to prepare 5-6 individuals for entry level jobs in the continuously growing dental field. For six months from January through June, these candidates will learn dental anatomy and terminology, dental instruments, and equipment and materials while gaining experience in charting records, administration, and customer service. They will also be trained in sterilization, radiographs, and “four-handed dentistry” – the art of working together as a dentist-assistant team. In addition, LT Boland is planning on conducting one-onone dental laboratory training on how to fabricate stone dental casts and other basic lab procedures. The program is geared toward individuals without previous dental assisting experience, and is quite comprehensive; it requires 60 hours of in-class coursework and at least 500 hours of chairside training at Naval Hospital Naples’ Support Site Dental Clinic. Following their

successful completion of the program, many volunteers continue to serve in the clinic, lending a hand during busy times when military members are often required to juggle multiple responsibilities. The clinic depends on volunteers as much as the volunteers depend on the clinic – it is truly a mutually beneficial relationship.

Every dental team member plays a part in training and mentorship of the Red Cross volunteers. Dawn Sims, a 2016 graduate of the Red Cross dental assistant program, says, “From not understanding anything about dentistry or what a dental assistant does, I can now say that I feel pretty confident because of the knowledge shared from the Sailors that trained me. I feel everyone has something to offer or a special technique that was passed down to me. Although getting to work with different doctors and different techs has made it clear that I need to be flexible.” Dawn not only learned a great deal during her time as a volunteer, but was able to parlay her experience into a new career opportunity. She was recently hired as a full time contract dental assistant at the Branch Clinic Capodichino Dental Clinic, and is thriving.

Overall, the dental family at USNH Naples is here to educate the community about the importance of oral health and hygiene, and to serve those that serve our nation. At the end of the day, they go home happy, knowing that they help “keep warfighters in the fight.” The American Red Cross Dental Assistant Program is but one very important way that the dental clinic reaches out to the community in service of our mission.

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

By Karen Kershaw LMFT FFSC Clinical Counselor Clinical Counselor

February has been elected Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. The Navy highlights this awareness campaign as a way to promote safe, healthy relationships, and respect within our adolescent population.

The problem of teen dating

violence is growing in significant ways. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 21 percent of girls and 10 percent of boys reported they had experienced physical and/or sexual violence from a dating partner in the past 12 months.

According to the website loveisrespect.org – a project of the National Domestic Vio-

lence Hotline – one in three adolescents in the U.S. has been a victim of teen dating violence. This statistic is higher than any other type of violence that teens experience.

According to a 2015 CDC report cited by USA Today, these problems do not stop with the immediate violence; there are additional consequences as well. Teens who experience dating violence are more at risk for binge drinking, marijuana and cocaine use, suicide and having multiple sexual partners.

The CDC also reports that 22 percent of adult women who experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking had first experienced some sort of partner violence between the ages of 11 and seventeen.

As many parents may be aware, a significant factor involved with relationship abuse and violence can occur through technology and social media. It is important for our local Naples community to be aware that our children here are not immune to this type of violence.

Current statistics provide shocking detail as to how technology can be a means of constant control in a teen relationship. For example: 68 percent of teens report that boyfriends/girlfriends sharing private or embarrassing pictures/videos on cell phones and computers is a serious problem.

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MORE THE INSIDE PAGE Naples Overseas Support Club Thrift Store Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC) is a nonprofit command-recognized charitable and social organization with offers the community an abundance of charitable programs funded primarily by the NOSC Thrift Store. Last year NOSC donated $80,000 to the local community. You can find great deals or drop off donations at the NOSC Thrift Store, located at the back of Bldg. 2088 (adjacent to the veterinarian's office, just behind the fire station and across from the bowling alley) on Support Site. NOSC Thrift Store hours are: Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7 p.m.; Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Once a month (usually on the first weekend) the NOSC Thrift Store is open Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Watch for details in the Panorama’s Base Notes section. NOSC is always looking for volunteers to help at the NOSC Thrift Store. For more information email volunteermgr@gmail.com or tstoremanager1@gmail.com or visit noscitaly.com or find NOSC on their Facebook page.

The Naples Middle High School Music Boosters Is your Naples Middle High School student in Band, Choir, Orchestra, or Flag Team? If so, then he / she benefits from NMHS Music Boosters. We are a growing organization that ensures all Naples Middle High School music programs continue performing at the highest levels. Help support Music Boosters with your yearly family membership of $25 (other membership levels also available). Volunteers are continuously needed to assist with several projects. For details email musicboostersnaples@gmail.com or visit NMHS Music Boosters on Facebook.

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

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

Girl Scouts Overseas Naples is excited to support young leaders in action. We are much more than cookies; we show girls how to contribute positively in this world. From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning. For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/ usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts - Naples, Italy on Facebook.

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

The Naples Toastmasters Club provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills.

Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests welcome.

For details visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or Toastmasters Naples Italy on Facebook.

Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association is composed of members from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visit us and bring a friend. For details call YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733.

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

NATO Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club lead by professional English coach Jamie Ball. Practices are held at Carney Park every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The club is open to training and developing all interested players. For details call Corey Keating at 340-695-7971 or email CoreyJohnKeating@Gmail.com or visit the NATO Lions RFC (Naples, Italy) facebook page.

Harry S. Truman Lodge No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704-9607 or email gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

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

Friday February 24 4:45 p.m. Rock Dog, PG 5:30 p.m. Monster Trucks, PG 7 p.m. A Dog’s Purpose, PG-13 8 p.m. Sleepless, R 10 p.m. Patriots Day, R 10:30 p.m. Resident Evil: The Final Chapter, R Saturday, February 25 3 p.m. Monster Trucks, PG 5:15 p.m. Rock Dog, PG 5:15 p.m. A Dog’s Purpose, PG-13 7:15 p.m. Underworld: Blood Wars, R 7:45 p.m. Split, PG-13 9:45 p.m. The Bye Bye Man, PG-13 10:15 p.m. Resident Evil: The Final Chapter, R, 3-D Sunday, February 26 3 p.m. Rock Dog, PG 5:15 p.m. A Dog’s Purpose, PG-13 5:30 p.m. The LEGO Batman Movie, PG, 3-D 7:30 p.m. Fist Fight, R 7:45 p.m. xXx: The Return of Xander Cage, PG-13 Monday, February 27 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, February 28 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, March 1 4:30 p.m. Hidden Figures, PG 6:30 p.m. A Dog’s Purpose, PG-13 7 p.m. Live By Night, R Thursday, March 2 4:30 p.m. The LEGO Batman Movie, PG 6:30 p.m. Monster Trucks, PG 7 p.m. Underworld: Blood Wars, R

A Dog’s Purpose Premiere PG-13, Comedy, 120 min. Cast: Britt Robertson, Bradley Cooper, Peggy Lipton, Dennis Quaid, Juliet Rylance. “A Dog’s Purpose” shares the soulful and surprising story of one devoted dog who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love.

Fist Fight R, Comedy, 91 min. Cast: Ice Cube, Charlie Day, Tracy Morgan, Jillian Bell, Dean Norris. On the last day of the year, mild-mannered high school English teacher Andy Campbell is trying his best to keep it together amidst senior pranks, a dysfunctional administration and budget cuts that put jobs on the line.

But things go from bad to worse when he accidentally crosses his much tougher and deeply feared colleague, Ron Strickland, who challenges Campbell to an old-fashioned throw down after school.

News of the fight spreads like wildfire and ends up becoming the very thing this school, and Campbell, needed.

Hidden Figures Last Showing PG, Drama, 126 min. Cast: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Mone, Kirsten Dunst, Jim Parsons. The incredible untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation’s confidence, turned around the Space Race, and galvanized the world. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.

The LEGO Batman Movie PG, Animation-Family, 104 min. Cast: Will Arnett, Zach Galifianakis, Michael Cera, Rosario Dawson, Ralph Fiennes.

In the irreverent spirit of fun that made “The LEGO Movie” a worldwide phenomenon, the self-described leading man of that ensemble – LEGO Batman – stars in his own big-screen adventure.

But there are big changes brewing in Gotham, and if he wants to save the city from The Joker’s hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up.

Live By Night Last Showing R, Drama, 128 min. Cast: Ben Affleck, Elle Fanning, Brendan Gleeson, Chris Messina, Sienna Miller. Ben Affleck

writes, produces, and stars in this adaptation of Dennis Lehane’s sprawling crime novel centering on the prodigal son of a prominent police chief, and his gradual descent into the criminal underworld.

Monster Trucks PG, Animation, 105 min. Cast: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Amy Ryan, Rob Lowe. Looking for any way to get away from the life and town he was born into, Tripp, a high school senior, builds a Monster Truck from bits and pieces of scrapped cars. After an accident at a nearby oil-drilling site displaces a strange and subterranean creature with a taste and a talent for speed, Tripp may have just found the key to getting out of town and a most unlikely friend.

Patriots Day R, Drama, 130 min. Cast: Mark Wahlberg, John Goodman, Kevin Bacon, J.K. Simmons, Michelle Monaghan. In the aftermath of an unspeakable act of terror, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the bombers before they strike again. Weaving together the stories of Special Agent Richard Deslauriers, Police Commissioner Ed Davis, Sergeant Jeffrey Pugliese and nurse Carol Saunders this visceral and unflinching chronicle captures the suspense of the most sophisticated manhunt in law enforcement history and the strength of the people of Boston that inspired the world.

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Premiere R, Action-Adventure, 105 min. Cast: Ruby Rose, Milla Jovovich, Ali Larter, Iain Glen, Shawn Roberts. Picking up immediately after the events in Resident Evil: Retribution, Alice is the only survivor of what was meant to be humanity’s final stand against the undead.

Now, she must return to where the nightmare began – The Hive in Raccoon City, where the Umbrella Corporation is gathering its forces for a final strike against the only remaining survivors of the apocalypse.

Rock Dog Premiere PG, Animation, 80 min. Cast: Luke Wilson, Eddie Izzard, J.K. Simmons, Lewis Black, Kenan Thompson. Bodi, a wideeyed Tibetan Mastiff, is expected to become the next village guard to a group of fun-loving, countryside sheep, but fears he doesn’t have the passion to assume

the role from his dad, Khampa. Everything changes when a radio literally falls out of the sky and Bodi hears a song by rock legend Angus Scattergood, opening his heart to a musical world he must explore. Leaving home to chase his destiny in the big city, Bodi attracts the attention of Khampa’s nemesis Linnux, the leader of a hungry wolf pack. It is up to Bodi to save his family and friends from harm without giving up his newfound dream.

Split PG-13, Suspense-Thriller, 117 min. Cast: James McAvoy, Haley Lu Richardson, Anya Taylor-Joy, Betty Buckley, Jessica Sula. While the mental divisions of those with dissociative identity disorder have long fascinated and eluded science, it is believed that some can also manifest unique physical attributes for each personality, a cognitive and physiological prism within a single being. Though Kevin has evidenced 23 personalities to his trusted psychiatrist, Dr. Fletcher, there remains one still submerged who is set to materialize and dominate all the others. Compelled to abduct three teenage girls led by the willful, observant Casey, Kevin reaches a war for survival among all of those contained within him – as well as everyone around him – as the walls between his compartments shatter apart.

Underworld: Blood Wars Last Showing R, Action-Adventure, 99 min. Cast: Kate Beckinsale, Theo James, Charles Dance, Alicia Vela-Bailey, Tobias Menzies. Vampire death dealer, Selene fends off brutal attacks from both the Lycan clan and the Vampire faction that betrayed her.

With her only allies, David and his father Thomas, she must stop the eternal war between Lycans and Vampires, even if it means she has to make the ultimate sacrifice. xXx: The Return of Xander Cage PG-13, Action-Adventure, 107 min. Cast: Vin Diesel, Nina Dobrev, Samuel L. Jackson, Ice Cube, Ruby Rose. Extreme athlete turned government operative Xander Cage comes out of self-imposed exile, and is on a collision course with deadly alpha warrior Xiang and his team in a race to recover a sinister and seemingly unstoppable weapon known as Pandora’s Box. Recruiting an all-new group of thrill-seeking cohorts, Xander finds himself enmeshed in a deadly conspiracy that points to collusion at the highest levels of world governments.

If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate, call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at 001-877-995-5247.

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Women, Infants, Children (Wic) Overseas Program is offered at NSA Naples.

Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. For deails call 081-811-4962.

The U.S. Military Retiree Association of Southern Italy (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, visit the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com or call Wylie Miller at 329-208-7315.

Napoli Nation Fan Club is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community.

Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. For details visit USASSCNapoli on Facebook.

Filipino-American Association Of Naples, Italy meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For details call Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-7604446 or visit Fil-Am Naples on Facebook.

Seventh Day Adventist Worship Service takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon.

The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For details call Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or email naplesadventistsgroup@ yahoo.com.

Connect the Tots is an organization for bringing together families with babies and toddlers to play and mingle.

Monthly club events include themed parties, group outings off-base and playground meet-ups. For the latest on club events, join us on Facebook at Connect the Tots (CTT), Naples Italy.

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

University of Oklahoma Graduate Degrees The University of Oklahoma offers the master of human relations on-site graduate degree program.

Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For details call the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building.

Register For On-Site Undergraduate Classes Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered.

Call UMUC Maryland at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College at 081-568-6761.

Sure Start is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for commandsponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are four years old by Sept. 1. For details, conNaples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that tact Bridget Ruffino at 629-4683 or Catholic Women Of The Chapel email bridget.ruffino@eu.dodea.edu or work together to fundraise, participate meets monthly in the Support Site Felcall the school at 081-811-4037. in social events, and provide support lowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital learning. Child care provided. We also Naples and NSA Naples community. For The Knights Of Columbus, meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for San Gennaro Council 14853, meets details email Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelRosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for ley.beltz@med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at noon on the third Sunday of each bible study. For details email cwocmonth at the Support Site Chapel at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil. naples@gmail.com or visit Catholic Offices. For details email robert KenWomen of the Chapel - NSA Naples, ney at kofcnaples @gmail.com The Welfare & Recreation Italy on Facebook.

Association is available to meet Carney Park Golf Association associates every Thursday from 11 a.m.

Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor (CPGA) is a non-profit organization established for eligible Carney Park and support provided. For details email of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Golf Course patrons. The CPGA Landing. For details visit naplesgs@yahoo.com. provides weekly social activities for http://www.wraitalia.it. all levels of golfer and often organize The Naples Christian Homeschool Security Note: All DoD military or trips to other courses. Events are Association meets every month to supcivilian personnel hosting an event off held every Saturday and Sunday. port families who have chosen to educate base must complete a Special Event For details call 081-568-1749. their own children. We offer weekly Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days park/pool days, a moms’ night out and Educational & Developmental in advance, regardless of organization, field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beIntervention Service Screenings if the event will involve 50 or more yond. For details email Natalie Mack at personnel, include distinguished visitors Now Available Room W09, Support NPMack3@aol.com.

Site Village Forum. For eligible or involve personnel wearing uniforms. children who have not reached their For details call the AT/FP Division at Latinos Unidos Welcomes New third birthday. If you are concerned 081-568-5525 or visit the division office Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on the about your child’s development, first Sunday of every month at the Sup- in the Capodichino Security Precinct, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

Bldg. 403. port Site park. For details email michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil or call 334Cub Scout Pack 007 Want to camp Naval Hospital Religious Services 6771-0327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling Tuesday: Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) navy.mil or call 081-811-5554. in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the and praise and worship music will be Meditation Sitting Group meets on place for you! Boys in first through Mondays from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at the Sup- provided during this time; Wednesday fifth grade meet three times per month Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 port Site side chapel. Participation is to learn skills that they apply on free and newcomers are welcome. For de- p.m.) in the hospital chapel (call 081hiking, camping and service outings.

811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being tails or questions please email Claudia For details email at Naplesmeditationgroup@gmail.com or held); and Thursday Men’s Fellowship naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospijoin the Facebook group at NSA Naples www.cubscoutingnaples.org. tal galley.

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Defense Secretary Jim Mattis meets with Iraqi Defense Minister Arfan al-Hayali at the Ministry of Defense in Baghdad, February 20, 2017. DoD photo by Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brigitte N. Brantley

MATTIS MEETS WITH MID EAST LEADER from page 1 Emirates and met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan, the release said. They discussed the strong and sustained U.S.-UAE. defense partnership.

Mattis and the crown prince talked about a range of shared security threats, including the ongoing instability in Yemen and the way forward in the counter-ISIS campaign, the release said. The secretary commended the UAE’s troops for their effectiveness and affirmed MILITARY SAVES WEEK

his commitment to working with the UAE to counter terrorism and defend freedom of navigation around the Arabian Peninsula.

Both leaders agreed on the importance of the U.S.-UAE strategic partnership and look forward to deepening bilateral cooperation, the release said.

Meeting With Iraqi Leaders Today, Mattis visited Baghdad to meet with coalition commanders and political leaders and assess progress in the counter-ISIS campaign.

He met with Iraqi Prime Min-

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“The idea of the campaign is to concentrate one week of making sure Sailors and their family members know about all the educational activities we have, all the financial counseling we have and all the events we sponsor in order to make people financially responsible,” Fred Davis, the personal financial management analyst for Commander, Navy Installations Command, said.

“Being financially responsible in the military is a very simple process, as long as people exercise discipline.”

Service members and their families are encouraged to take the Military Saves pledge to change the way they think about and act toward money.

The pledge helps you set a goal, make a plan and save money, not just for the week, but through the entire year.

TEEN DATING VIOLENCE

from page 1 One in four teens admits to being harassed, put down and called names by their partner through cell phones and texting.

One in three teens report they are texted, 10, 20, 30 times an hour by a partner keeping tabs on them.

As parents, please be aware that dating violence can have serious developmental consequences on victims/survivors.

Common negative impacts resulting from dating violence include: depression, feelings of suicide, using drugs and alcohol, poor academic performance, developing poor eating habits, loss of self-esteem, self-blame, feelings of confusion, inability to

ister Haider al-Abadi and Defense Minister Arfan al-Hayali, noting the respect Iraq’s military has earned for its fighting ability, according to the release.

Mattis praised the Iraqis’ hardwon gains against ISIS, and the leaders discussed operations to liberate Mosul, the release said.

All three leaders affirmed their commitment to continued U.S.-Iraq partnership in the effort to deal ISIS a lasting defeat, the release said.

The secretary ended his visit by meeting U.S. and coalition troops, thanking them for their commitment and service.

Last year more than 33,000 service members and dependents took the pledge. Nearly 400 installations, commands and readiness centers, 113 financial institutions and 110 non-profit and other organizations signed up to participate around the world.

Vice Adm. Dixon Smith, Commander, Navy Installations Command spoke on being financially secure.

“It’s just a commitment to yourself,” Dixon said.

“I did it before I came out here [to the signing].

It’s about starting small, thinking big. It’s about having a plan; staying with that plan.”

Service members or dependents who would like more information about resources and services offered through Military Saves, can contact their local Fleet and Family Service Center or take the Military Saves pledge at http://www.militarysaves.org/

focus, isolation, shame and embarrassment, the need for constant validation and reassurance, and withdrawal from previously enjoyable activities including sports and extracurricular activities.

So, what can we do to change this problem? By highlighting an issue that needs attention not only all year long but well before a child becomes a teenager. Parents can start talking to their children at a young age about what respect means. Before their children even date, parents can talk to them about healthy relationships. And, when their child becomes a teenager, parents can watch for changes in their behavior and not be afraid to bring up these sensitive topics to teach and allow their child to report.

Communicate with your children

about the harm that results from inappropriate technological contact and teach them the red flags that are present in abusive relationships (jealous acts, constant put downs, excessive checkups through text messaging or phone calls, or threats to harm themselves if you want to terminate the relationship). Modeling healthy, respectful relationships with appropriate boundaries also helps children to identify and recognize what a healthy relationship should look like.

Hopefully, as we discuss this topic and promote awareness, we will be able to reduce and even eliminate the presence of teen dating violence. For details visit the following web sites: www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/datingmatters; www.loveisrespect.org and www.nsvrc.org

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

U.S. POSITIONS

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The application form and instructions on how to apply have been revised. Any prior editions will be obsolete and will no longer be considered.

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

No HRO vacancies at this time.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Effective immediately, all Department of Navy overseas US civilian positions aboard Naples and Gaeta commuting area will be posted on the USAJOBS website. Not familiar with USAJOBS? Get started by creating an account at 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.

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 next “Meet & Greet” is scheduled from 8-9 a.m. on February 24.

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS

To find out what positions are currently open call our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or Comm. 081-568-5409.

Copies of vacancy announcements will be also posted at The Civilian Human Resources (CHR) located at Capo Admin I, first floor. The customer service hours are: Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The announcements are also visible at the following links: https://cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about /job_openings.html https://cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/ job_openings/LocalNationalVacancies.html Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the Security Pass and ID Office at Gricignano, Support Site, or at the Civilian Human Resources (CHR), Capodichino, Naples. The CHR Office must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about /job_openings.html – The necessary application forms are also available on line.

For questions please call 081-568-4164/2505/5612/ 8202. The applications may be emailed to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil

USAJOBS WEBSITE: https://don.usajobs.gov CHR WEBSITES: https://cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/ job_openings.html https://cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/ job_openings/USVacancies. html

NSA NAPLES US NAF POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#17-070, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Per-

forms routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance.

Closing date: December 31, 2017.

Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#17-131, (Multiple Positions) regular full time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) CYP Division Capo & Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-today care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years old.

Closing date: December 31, 2017.

Food Service Worker, NA-7408-02, ANN#17-010 flexible, (Multiple Positions) Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks

such as; sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. Closing date: Open until filled.

CYP Food Service Worker, NA-7408-04, ANN#17-011 flexible School Age Care, Youth Programs.

Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter and beverages. Closing date: Open Until Filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-020R flexible, Outdoor Recreation Program, Support site/Carney Park. Job summary: Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-030 flexible, Liberty/Entertainment, Capo/Support site. Job summary: Serves as an aid for the Liberty/Entertainment program assisting with various functions and duties as they relate each program. Closing date:

Open until filled.

Recreation Aid (Lifeguard), NF-0189-01, ANN#17-046R flexible, Aquatics Capo. Job summary: Safeguard and supervise swimmers and bathers in pool areas, and enforce swimming and bathing regulations. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-096R, flexible, MWR Golf Course, Carney Park. Job summary: Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals.

Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Closing date: Open until filled.

Cashier, NF-0530-02, ANN#17-094, Flexible Full Time, MWR, Administration Division, Capodichino, Naples, Italy. Job summary: The purpose of this position is to verify daily cash receipts for the Morale, Welfare and Recreation department at NSA Naples. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#17-112, 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

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JOBS from page 12 fitness/athletic workouts or programs. Closing date: Open until filled.

NEX U.S. NAF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call DSN 629-4774 or Comm. 081-8135252/5253/5254 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit: https:// www.NavyExchange.jobs To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in 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#160001WE Lead Cashier Checker/CC/ NF-1/Regular Full Time – Open until filled – Pay rate $9-$10.50 per hour.

Job summary: Responsible for leading a minimum of three associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail check out areas.

Ann#16004VM Supervisory Sales Clerk (Self Service)/SL/NF-2/Regular Full Time – Pay rate $10.25-$11 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES UMUC Europe Seeking Part-Time Faculty University of Maryland University College Europe is now hiring part-time faculty members to teach in Naples. Subject areas include accounting, economics, sociology, history, and more. Scheduling is flexible – teach evenings or weekends to fit your schedule. You will have the opportunity to educate and challenge highly motivated non-traditional students while gaining valuable experience and improving your professional portfolio.

Applicants must have a master’s degree and relevant professional experience, and teaching experience is preferred.

Applicants must be located locally to the position, as adjunct faculty positions are not eligible for UMUC sponsored logistical support. Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach. For a current list of vacancies and the online application, visit www.europe.umuc.edu/jobs and select Career Opportunities, then use the Job Search tool to find positions in your area. Contact or visit the local UMUC office for more information: Naples Education Center, NAS Capodichino, Admin II, Room G-006, DSN 626-6673, Comm. 081-5686673, or e-mail staffnaples-europe@umuc.edu 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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MORE BASE NOTES Now-Mar. 3: Registration for Smart Start Youth Spring Baseball for ages 3 and 4 Register your 3 and 4 year old child for Smart Start Youth Spring Baseball through March 3 at the Support Site Teen Center, Tuesday to Friday, 2 to 6 p.m.

The sport is free and season dates run from March 18 to June 10. To register you must provide current CYP registration and PAYS online certificate (see www.nays.org/parents/). For details call DSN 6294729 or Comm. 081-811-4729.

Now -Mar. 3: Registration for Youth Spring Baseball & Softball for ages 5 to 18 Register your 5 and 18 year old child for Youth Spring Baseball and Softball through March 3 at the Support Site Teen Center, Tuesday to Friday, 2 to 6 p.m. A fee is required and season dates run from March 18 to June 10. To register you must provide current CYP registration and PAYS online certificate (see www.nays.org/parents/). For details call DSN 6294729 or Comm. 081-811-4729.

Feb. 27: Resume Skills Fleet and Family Support Center is hosting a free Resume Skills workshop February 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at FFSC on board Support Site. Resume writing that can be very overwhelming – what to include and what to delete – but this free two hour class will help you tailor you resume for the job you want. To register or for details call DSN at 629-6372/4896 or Comm.

081-811-6372/4896 Feb. 28: Try4Tri at Capo FitZone Ever thought about participating in a triathlon? If so, join us February 28 at Capo FitZone from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. for Try4Tri (30 min Swim, 30 min Spin and 30 min Run). Open to all fitness levels. Bring your spinning and swimming attire. For details call DSN 6264266 or Comm. 081-568-4266.

Feb. 28-June 20: American College Test (ACT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) Administration at Navy College Office Are you an active duty or active reservist service member? Get your college career off to a great start Feb. 24: Make Your Heart Pound at the by taking the free ACT or SAT test (test prices are norSupport Site Fitness Forum mally $39.50 for ACT and $54.50 for SAT) at the Navy February is Heart Health Month. Participate in our College Office at the following dates: February 28-SAT Friday Make Your Heart Pound program. Classes are test; March 8-ACT test; March 22-SAT test; April 12free and open to all fitness levels. February 24, CarACT; April 26-SAT test; May 2-ACT test; May 16-SAT dio Hip Hop & Pump your heart out. All classes test; June 6-ACT test; June 20-SAT test. Show up at 8 begin at 6 p.m. For details call DSN 629-6604 or a.m. on test day at the Navy College Office, which is Comm. 081-811-6604. located in Admin 2, Room 36.1 onboard Capodichino.

For details call DSN 626-6683 or Comm. 081-568Feb. 24: Fitness Medley at Capo FitZone 6683 or e-mail lawrence.daley@eu.navy.mil Join two hours of Total Body Pump, Spin, Tabata & Mar. 1: Five Love Languages Spouse Coffee Yoga from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Capo FitZone. Event is USO Naples and CREDO present a workshop on the open to all fitness levels. No registration is required.

Five Love Languages for military spouses March 1 at For details call DSN 626-4264 or Comm. 081-5689:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center.

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Learn what your Love Language is and how to connect more deeply with your spouse. Registration reFeb. 24-25: Shrek Jr. Musical quired. For details call DSN 629-4903.

The Naples Middle High School Drama Department will be performing the musical Shrek Jr. February 24 Mar. 2-Apr. 27: Children’s Culinary Institute and 25 at 7 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. Adults Children from preschool to 12th grades are invited to sold at door $7; students $4 and children under 5 join a fun, cooking experience at the Support Site free. For details call Michael Morrise at Comm. 342- Chapel Fellowship Hall Kitchen every Thursday from 173-4284 michael.morrise@student.dodea.edu March 2 to April 27 (except April 6). Various times and costs apply to various age groups. First session reFeb. 25: Ski Bus Transportation to local quires a starter kit fee, which includes cookbook and resorts uniform. For details call DSN 629-4722 or Comm.

MWR will be offering bus transportation to a local 081-811-4722. ski resort on February 25. Cost is per adult; reduced fee per child 4-12 years; Free per child 3 years and Mar. 3-5: Naples High School Hosts Second under (based on space available). Note: youth 17 Annual Spring Bazaar years and under must be registered and accompaThe Naples American High School Athletic Booster nied by an adult or legal guardian. Full payment is Club (NAHSABC) will host the second annual Spring due at registration. No refunds will be given for can- Bazaar March 3-5 at Naples High School. All proceeds cellations less than 48 hours prior to trip. from the bazaar will support the athletes and stuTrips may be cancelled by Outdoor Recreation up to dents of Naples High School. Date and hours are: the morning of trip due to adverse weather condiMarch 3 – 4 to 7 p.m.; March 4 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and tions. Register for all trips (there are trips scheduled March 5 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Bazaar is open to through March) at the Outdoor Recreation office (lo- those with base access to the Support Site, and their cated on Support Site near the Auto Skills Center). guests. Purchases can be made in Euro or credit cards Ski passes are available for purchase at the ski reonly. If you are interested in becoming a vendor or volsort. Most resorts do not accept credit cards, so bring unteering for the event contact Jamie D. Elliott-Smith euro for ski passes, meals and incidentals. For deat jamisina@aol.com or 347-399-7473 tails or registration call DSN 629-4947 or Comm.

081-811-4947.

Mar. 3: Foot-Golf Tournament at Carney Park Golf Course Feb. 25: Catholic Choir Concert If you like soccer and golf, you will enjoy Navy ComSingers from St. John Paul II High School Hyannis, munity Recreation’s Foot-Golf Tournament on March Massachusetts, will perform at NSA Naples Chapel 3 at the Carney Park Golf Course. Register as an indiFebruary 25 at the 4 p.m. mass. The St. John Paul II vidual or a team of 4 by the day before tournament. A Concert Choir and Chamber Choirs have performed fee is required and includes trophies for the top three on tour throughout the Northeastern United States, teams. Come dressed in your “best dressed” golf attire including St. Patrick’s Cathedral at the Solemn Pon- and be entered to win a prize. Sneakers, soccer cleats tifical Mass with Timothy Cardinal Dolan. This year, or golf shoes required. Open to all eligible patrons of the choir has been invited to sing at the Vatican for Carney Park and Golf Course, including LN pass two Sunday masses, in addition to other performholders. For details call DSN 629-7911 or Comm. 081ances throughout Rome.

811-7911.

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CARNEVALE

COLOR ME: CARNEVALE

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How is ‘Carnevale’ Celebrated in America?

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Mardi Gras – or “Carnevale” as it is known throughout the world – began as a traditional Catholic festival that typically occurs before Lent. Mardi Gras is a French phrase meaning “Fat Tuesday,” referring to the day before Ash Wednesday It’s thought that Mardi Gras was first brought to Alabama by French explorers as early as 1699. However, the first recorded carnival observance occurred in Mobile, Alabama, in 1703.

Celebrating Mardi Gras gave residents of Mobile the chance to enjoy the end of winter with a fine meal, some wine, and reminisce with families and friends.

According to legend, Michael Krafft, a one-eyed Pennsylvania Dutch transplant, celebrated the season with friends at a restaurant in downtown Mobile in 1830. Following the meal, these tipsy revelers “borrowed” some agricultural implements from a sidewalk display outside a downtown hardware store. Then, with cow bells, rakes, and hoes in hand, Krafft and his friends paraded through the streets of the town and thus was born the Cowbellion de Rakin Society, the first parading Mystic Society.

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led by Joseph Stillwell Cain, decided to revive the Krafft parade (which had been on hiatus during the war). They “borrowed” a coal wagon from a local business, and dressed in improvised costumes depicting a legendary Chickasaw Indian chief, Slacabamorinico, they paraded through the streets of town, thus giving rebirth to Mardi Gras, which has been observed in Mobile ever since.

Highlights of Mobile Mardi Gras history include the crowning of “royalty.” In 1872, Daniel E. Huger first reigned as Carnival King Felix I, and a carnival association was established.

Ethel Hodgson ruled as Mobile’s first Mardi Gras queen in 1893. Later, in 1939, The Colored Carnival Association (later to be renamed the Mobile Area Mardi Gras Association) selected a king and queen and elected the “Mayor of Colored Mobile,” later retitled Grand Marshal. In 1968, Joe Cain Day was established as an all-inclusive street parade that anyone was welcome to join.

While originating along the Gulf Coast, the Mardi Gras celebration – especially the costumes and parades where beads, candy and moon pies are thrown from floats – has quickly spread to communities around the country where people have joined in the festivities and now enjoy one of the world’s most beloved holidays.

Answer to last week’s puzzle

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 3 Demijohn Shopping and Wine Tasting. . . €44 Mar 4 Imperial Rome City Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . €82 Mar 5 Greek Ruins of Paestum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . €39 Mar 10 Sorrento in the Evening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €37 Mar 11 Sassi Stones of Matera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €49 Mar 12 Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast . . . . . . . . . €39

EXTENDED TOURS Mar 11-12 Alberobello Weekend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €669 Apr 2-9 Magical Tour of Croatia . . . . . . . . . . . . €1659 Apr 14-17 Easter in Bucharest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €669 Apr 15-16 Easter in Florence and Pisa . . . . . . . . . . €195 July 26-Aug 2 Greek Island of Zakynthos . . . . . . . . €795 Sept 1-4 French Riviera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €489 Oct 28-Nov 1Halloween in Transylvania . . . . . . . . . €859

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MERCATO/CLASSIFIED ADS • FREE MERCATO ADS •

advertising office

Tel. 081-568-7884 E-mail: stampagenerale@tin.it

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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 626-5112) 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 6265856/ 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 081-5687884 (DSN 626-7884). Deadline is Wednesday 4 p.m. for the current week’s edition.

M ISCELLANEOUS TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340-577-5239 or tel.

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