Panorama April 26, 2019

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Friday, April 26, 2019

Region EURAFSWA Conducts Change of Command Adm. James Foggo

Adm. Foggo’s Podcast: Successful Partnerships in the African Theater From U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

Rear Adm. Rick Williamson (left), Adm. James G. Foggo III, Commander, U.S. Forces Europe/Africa and Commander of Allied Joint Forces Command (center), and Rear Adm. Yancy Lindsey, Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (right), cut the cake during the reception for the EURAFSWA Change of Command Ceremony at Naval Support Activity Naples on April 16, 2019. Region EURAFSWA oversees nine installations in seven countries across three combatant commands. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alora R. Blosch

honor and privilege to serve with over the past three years.”

As commander of EURAFSWA since Navy Region Europe, Africa, SouthMarch 2016, Williamson implemented west Asia (EURAFSWA) held a change many changes to the operational capaof command ceremony April 16, 2019, bilities of the region, oversaw the conat Naval Support Activity Naples. struction of two new installations – Naval Support Facility (NSF) DeDuring the ceremony, Rear Adm. Yancy Lindsey relieved Rear Adm. veselu, Romania, and NSF Redzikowo, Rick Williamson as the region Poland – and improved communicacommander. tion and coordination between the re“My time here in Naples has gion, its installations and fleet and been one of the most rewarding combatant commanders.

“We are in a very unique position,” experiences in my Navy career,” Williamson said. “The reason for that Williamson said. “We are the people who is the professionals I have had the provide the fleet with support to enable

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alora R. Blosch

them to go to sea and win. We are the people who take care of their families when they go forward in defense of our national interests. We are the people who are called on to refuel, rearm, resupply, repair and revive the fleet.”

The guest speaker for the ceremony was Adm. James G. Foggo, Commander, Naval Forces Europe/Naval Forces Africa, who talked about the importance of the support provided by Navy Region EURAFSWA under Williamson’s command.

CNREURAFSWA CHANGE OF COMMAND Page 11 CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 JOBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

FAREWELL TO NSA CMDCM TIMOTHY PREABT . . . . . page 5

CELEBRATING EARTH DAY EACH DAY . . . . . . . . . . . page 14

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Adm. James Foggo released a new podcast “On the Horizon: Navigating the European and African Theater.”

The podcast highlights his trips in Africa and discusses what the U.S. Navy has been doing in and around Africa.

This is his second podcast devoted to the continent and a continuation of the discussion about how the U.S. Navy can support our African partners in finding African solutions to regional challenges.

Trip to Cabo Verde and Nigeria Foggo begins the episode by discussing his trip to Cabo Verde and then to Nigeria during exercise Obangame Express 2019. While there, he met with civilian and military leaders from Cabo Verde and Nigeria, where they discussed maritime security and the unique relationship between the United States and Cabo Verde. In Nigeria, Foggo talked about his time with the Nigerian Chief of Naval Operations, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, a good friend and gracious host.

Exercise Cutlass Express The next topic centered on exercise Cutlass Express, held in January.

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CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Todd Abrahamson NSA Naples Commanding Officer

free Spring Concert is being hosted in downtown Naples next week

by Allied Joint Force Command Naples and the Naples Mayor’s office. The Naval Forces Europe band is scheduled to perform with the Neapolitan choir, “That’s Napoli Live Show.” Admiral Foggo, who will be hosting the event alongside Mayor Luigi de Magistris, rightfully describes this as an opportunity for our military community to celebrate the great relationship we have with the people of Naples. I want to second that and encourage personnel and their families to participate. One of our most important missions as an overseas military installation is to build and maintain strong partnerships with our nation’s allies, especially in a place as important to NATO as Naples.

Activities like joint military planning, community relations projects out in town, and recreational events like this, are all important building blocks of that mission.

So please consider taking a trip down to the RAI Auditorium on via Guglielmo Marconi next Friday at 8 p.m., and be a part of celebrating the bond we share with our Neapolitan hosts.

Our MWR team will also be celebrating the importance of partnership and camaraderie next Friday with their 25th annual Armed Forces Olympics. The event consists of friendly competition between teams comprised of military personnel from various commands, including U.S., NATO, and Italian military and police members. As service members, our bond goes beyond the uniform we put on every day and activities like this are the perfect way to celebrate that. Participants will use the same skills that allow us to work together every day in service of our nations and the strengthening of our partnerships. Please consider coming out to Carney Park at 1:30 p.m. next Friday and cheer all of our 13 teams on as they compete soccer matches, archery, a mud tug of war, multiple runs, and more. Again, partnership building is an important part of why we serve overseas, so never hesitate to get involved in opportunities like this while you’re in Naples.

Next week also marks the end of April and thus of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). I want to thank our Fleet and Family team for the great work they’ve done raising awareness on this important topic throughout the month with events like 5K runs, educational exhibitions and displays, and today’s powerful survivor’s presentation in the Capo Theater. They’ll be closing the observance out next week with Pure Praxis training workshops on Capo and at JFC. Please remember though, keeping our community and its members safe is a year round responsibility.

No matter what month it is, always keep yourselves, your shipmates, your co-workers, and families educated on how to prevent and respond to sexual assault.

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

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BASE NOTES Apr. 26: LSCS Castillo Retirement Ceremony Senior Chief Castillo of FLC Sigonella, Site Naples Retirement Ceremony after 26 years of dedicated service will taking place at the Support Site Chapel at 3 p.m.

April 26. All hands are invited.

For details call DSN 629-4600.

PTA office in room 200 at the Elementary School. For details email nesptafundraising1@gmail.com or call DSN 629-4552.

Apr. 29-May 5: Children’s Book Week at the MWR libraries Celebrate books written for young people in the hopes of inspiring a love and joy of reading, along with special displays, bibliographies of children’s book authors, and a Apr. 26: Andrea Cesone Trio at special story time on May 2 will be at the O’Rhys Irish Pub Support Site library. For details call DSN Enjoy an evening of country and rock ’n roll 629-4360 or Comm. 081-811-4360. with the Andrea Cesone Trio April 26 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. at O’Rhys Irish Pub. This Apr. 30: Monthly Family Game Night free program will include hit songs from at Bambusa Alan Jackson, Elvis Presley, Lynyrd The USO, in collaboration with the NEX Skynyrd, Brooks & Dunn and more. and Bambusa, will host a free Family For details call DSN 629-6976 or Game Night on April 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Comm. 081-811-6976. at Bambusa (meal not included). Participants will enjoy friendly games and trivia Apr. 26: CYP Rome College visits for a chance to win great prizes. For details for teens call DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903.

Teens tour and learn about American University of Rome and John Cabot University Apr. 30: Glow-In-The-Dark Fit Box at with CYP on April 26. Transportation is Support Site Fitness Forum free. Teens must be registered through the Experience a fantastic and fun workout, Teen Center. For details call DSN 629-6549 held in the dark, with UV lighting on April or Comm. 081-811-6549.

30 at 6 p.m. at the support site Fitness Forum. Wear gloves with neon colors to Apr 27: PTA Mother and Son Dance maximize the glow. The event is open to Naples Elementary School PTA is hosting a everyone 14 years and older. Free for E1-E6 Mother-Son Dance on April 27 from 6 to 8 Liberty service members and Fitness p.m. at the Naples Elementary School Transformation participants. A small fee is Cafeteria. Spend the night dancing, laugh- required for all others. For details call DSN ing and celebrating your Mom along with 629-6604 or Comm. 081-811-6604. enjoying food, drinks, photos, prizes and of See BASE NOTES Page 13 course, dancing. Tickets are on sale at the

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THE INSIDE PAGE NOSC – Napoli Operational Support Club Your Community Spouse Club welcomes all spouses from our active duty, GS, civilian and NATO community. Our club holds events, fundraisers and trips throughout the year. Our yearly membership fee is $30 and is a great way to meet other spouses in your community. The income raised during many of our events goes back into our community with Academic Scholarships. NOSC has scholarships for seniors, spouses and dependent children living with parents here in Naples. For details call DSN 629-7316, e-mail noscpresident4@gmail.com or visit http://noscitaly.com or the Napoli Operational Support Club on Facebook.

U.S. Ambassador to Russia, Jon M. Huntsman Jr. (middle), poses for a photo with senior U.S. Navy leaders at Naval Support Activity Naples on April 22, 2019. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, 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. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

U.S. Ambassador to Russia Visits U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet

By U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affair

U.S. Ambassador to Russia, Jon M. Huntsman Jr., met with senior U.S. Navy leaders at Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, to discuss the maritime environment in Europe, April 22, 2019.

Huntsman met with Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica (CNE-A) and Allied Joint Force Command Naples; Vice Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander, U.S. 6th Fleet (C6F), and other senior Navy leaders.

During the meeting, U.S. military relations with Russia and the security environment throughout Europe were discussed.

The conversations focused on ways to achieve cooperation with Russia but also how the U.S. Navy is working with allies and partners to deter Russian aggression and reaffirm its commitment to the region.

“We seek a better relationship with Russia, but that can only happen when Russia stops its aggressive behavior and creates space for productive dialogue,” Huntsman said. “We will continue to impose cost on Russia when it takes actions aimed at our partners and allies and U.S. national security interests. At the same time, we remain committed to dialogue to deescalate situations and find areas where we can work together.”

As great power competitors threaten the global commons, U.S. forward-deployed

presence is meant to deter and if necessary defeat those challenges, protect the American homeland, and protect economic prosperity by keeping the arteries of commerce open on the world’s oceans.

“For more than two centuries, the U.S. Navy has operated forward to preserve peace, protect national interests, and defend allies and partners,” Foggo said. “It’s crucial that we give our civilian leaders options and the ability to negotiate from a position of strategic strength.”

Over the past few years, Russia has sought to change borders by force, and has undertaken a significant military build-up in the North Atlantic, Arctic, Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Russia’s continued aggression in Georgia, Ukraine, the Sea of Azov, and Kaliningrad as well as its intervention in Syria, Libya and Venezuela destabilize these areas.

“Our deployments and military presence is to deter and defend. It is to prevent – not provoke – a conflict,” Foggo said. “Our presence in Europe and the relationships built over the past 70 years provide the U.S. strategic access critical to respond to any threats against our allies and partners.”

CNE-A/C6F, 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.

Beyond Youth is an NSA Naples Chapel-led youth program designed to help students to develop the leader within and lead a significant life. We meet in the Chapel Fellowship Hall onboard Support Site. Our middle school small groups meet Tuesdays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.; our high school small groups meet Tuesdays 5 to 6:30 p.m.; and our middle/high school weekly service meets Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:30 p.m. For details email Garry at beyondyouthnaples@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/beyondyouth/ or call DSN 629-4603.

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit 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. 340973-3324 or visit www.vfw.napoli@gmail.com or Facebook at VFW Post 12159-Monte Cassino (username: @NaplesVFW).

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

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

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 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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PANoRAMA April 26, 2019

HISTORY: THE EVOLUTION OF THE GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL

By MC2 Eric Lockwood Communication and Outreach Division, Naval History and Heritage Command

Second only to the Navy Medal of Honor, the Good Conduct Medal is the oldest award the Navy has continuously presented to deserving Sailors. But it has undergone significant changes since it was first established on April 26, 1869. Before it became a medal, it was called a badge, and before that, it was an administrative statement that served as proof of capability to work and serve at sea, and discharged a Sailor from service.

Prior to the Civil War, when a Sailor completed his enlistment, his commanding officer would certify his time, his trustworthiness at sea, and his proficiency with gunnery. If he wanted to go to sea again, his discharge acted as his references. Back then, “good conduct” was as much about skill than just behavior. A Sailor would enter a recruiting station with his “Good Conduct” report and reenlist.

Enlistments worked differently back then compared to today when recruits may have little to no experience sailing.

The conversation might have gone like this: Recruiter, “Oh, I see you served under Capt. Joshua Barn – you served under Capt. Barney!?

And he recommends you! Well, everything seems to be in order. Can you start tomorrow – I mean, today – I mean, right now? I see a ship about to put to sea at this very moment in need of an able hand!”

Or something to that effect. The reference was transformed into a badge a few years after the Civil War. “[The badge] was established by the Secretary of the Navy [on April 26, 1869] for award to any man holding a Continuous Service Certificate, who had distinguished himself for obedience, sobriety, and cleanliness,” according to John Strandberg and Roger James Bender in “The Call of Duty: Military Awards and Decorations of the United States of America.”

Given the reputation of Sailors back then, one could be forgiven for believing the bit about sobriety made the badge difficult to obtain, but there are no statistics available today about what percentage of 19th century Sailors were actually presented the badge at discharge.

The badge, which seemed a lot like a medal,

was a Maltese cross with a rope-ringed circular medallion at the center. Along the rim of the medallion were the words ‘Fidelity Zeal Obedience’ and at the center, ‘U.S.N.’ Made of nickel and measuring about 31mm wide, the cross hung on a half-inch wide red, white and blue ribbon. On the back, the Sailor’s name was script-engraved.

If and when a Sailor received three such awards after consecutive enlistments, he merited promotion to a Petty Officer.

The badge underwent some redesigns in 1880 and again in 1884. Then 27 years to the day after the certificate became a badge, the badge became the Good Conduct Medal in 1896. In addition to this, by order of General Order 327, the time criterion was set at three years for a Sailor to earn it.

A straight bar clasp was used to attach the circular medal to its maroon ribbon.

“Subsequent enlistments were recognized by the addition of a clasp attached to the suspension ribbon,” relate Strandberg and Bender. “These clasps […] were engraved on the front with the duty station or ship upon which the recipient served and the discharge date and continuous service number on the reverse.”

Over the next several decades, the Navy changed the medal’s appearance numerous times, but the criterion for receiving it seems to have remained the same.

For a brief period during World War II, the Navy stopped awarding the medal to conserve metal and free the clerks from the paperwork they mandated. Instead, notations were made in the person’s service jacket.

Not until the 1950s did the Navy settle on something permanent. The clasps were done away with in favor of 3/16 inch bronze stars denoting multiple enlistments, names on awards were dropped for all but posthumous recipients, and the ribbon was changed to a solid red color.

Nowadays, the rules for earning the medal are a little more complex, but generally if Sailors go three consecutive years with “a clear record (no convictions by court-martial, no non-judicial punishment (NJP), no lost time by reason of sickness-misconduct, no civil convictions for offenses involving moral turpitude)” they are eligible for the Good Conduct Medal.

25 YEARS OF NATO Azerbaijan Partnership: Director General of NATO’s International Military Staff Visits Azerbaijan From NATO Public Affairs

Lt. Gen. Jan Broeks, Director General of NATO’s International Military Staff, visited Azerbaijan from April 16 to 19, 2019.

During his visit, Broeks met with the Minister of Defence, Col. General Zakir Hasanov, the Chief of the International Military Cooperation Department; Major Gen. Huseyn Mahmudov; and the Commanders of the War College of the Azerbaijan Armed Forces and the Military Academy.

Speaking to the Minster of Defense, Broeks expressed the Alliance’s gratitude for Azerbaijan’s continued support to the NATO-led Resolute Support Mission.

“By providing troops to the NATO-led Resolute Support Mission and by contributing to the Afghan National Army Trust Fund with troops and assistance to NATO Allies on transit routes, on land, in the air and by rail, Azerbaijan works with us in furthering international peace and security,” Broeks said.

He also welcomed the ongoing and possibly increased military to military cooperation regarding the further development of Azerbaijan’s interoperability with NATO. After meeting with commandant and touring the War College, Broeks delivered a speech to students and faculty members, stressing the importance of education.

“Learning is an unending process, whether with college based training like you have here or day-to-day self-development,” he said. “Do not become out of touch with the problems of the world. What may not be your problem today, could be your problem tomorrow.”

Concluding his visit, the Director General met with the Chief of the International Military Cooperation Department, Major General Huseyn Mahmudov.

They discussed the increasing interoperability of the Azeri troops.

Relations with NATO started in 1992, when Azerbaijan joined the North Atlantic Cooperation Council. This forum for dialogue was succeeded in 1997 by the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council, which brings together all Allies and partner countries in the Euro-Atlantic area. Bilateral cooperation began when Azerbaijan joined the Partnership for Peace (PfP) program in 1994. Thanks to regular participation in PfP activities, Azerbaijan has been able to contribute actively to Euro-Atlantic security by supporting NATO-led peace-support operations.

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

Naval Support Activity Naples Command Master Chief Timothy Preabt is piped ashore during his retirement ceremony on April 18, 2019 at Capodichino. Preabt’s retirement ceremony celebrated his retirement from the U.S. Navy after 30 years of honorable service.

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ford Williams

● Apr. 26, USA Jobs 101, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Apr. 29, Interview Skills, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Apr. 29 – 30, Career Exploration Planning Track, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Apr. 29, Hills of Posillipo, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meet @ Capo outside 1st Garage – Carpool) ● May 1: Coupon Workshop, 1 to 2 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● May 1: Sponsorship, 9 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● May 2: IA Discussion Group, 11 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. ● May 2-3: Boots to Business, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● May 6: Farm Averno Lake Trip, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Carpool – Meet outside first garage at Capo. ● May 7: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (1 of 3 sessions). ● May 7: Resume Writing Workshop, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● May 8: Sponsorship, 9 to 11 a.m., Capo American Red Cross Training Room.

All classes require registration.

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

Fair Winds, Following Seas to NSA Naples CMDCM Timothy Preabt ENERGY CONSERVATION

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ford Williams Navy Public Affairs Support Element Europe

Following 30 years of honorable Naval service, Command Master Chief Timothy A. Preabt, command master chief of Naval Support Activity Naples, retired from the U.S. Navy on April 18, 2019 during a ceremony held at the Capodichino base plaza.

“Master Chief Preabt has spent a lifetime teaching and leading others, and sacrificing a great deal for his country, his Navy, his shipmates and his family,” Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Abrahamson said. “I will miss his invaluable source of leadership and inspiration on the NSA Naples team, always putting the good of our installation and this community above all else.”

A native of Minot, North Dakota, Preabt graduated joined the Navy in May 1989, graduating from Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Illinois, and reported to Interior Communications Technician “A” school in San Diego and Basic Enlisted Submarine School in Groton, Connecticut.

He reported to his first command, USS Birmingham (SSN 695), in February 1990 where he completed two Western Pacific deployments and two Northern Pacific operations.

From January 1995 to December 1996, he served at Naval Submarine Training Center Pacific in Pearl Harbor as a staff instructor for Interior Communications Electrician “C” schools and Oxygen Generator

Maintenance Technician School.

His next duty station was leading petty officer of navigation division aboard USS Memphis (SSN 691), where he served from January 1997 to December 2000. In January 2001, Preabt reported to the Atlantic Fleet Technical Support Center in Groton, Connecticut, where he was an independent technical representative for the Atlantic Submarine Force.

In January 2004, Preabt reported to USS La Jolla (SSN 701) as the navigation and operations department enlisted advisor. During this tour, he was advanced to the rank of senior chief petty officer. He then completed his Chief of the Boat qualifications and attended the Senior Enlisted Academy.

Preabt then completed a two-year tour at Commander, Submarine Squadron Seventeen, and Commander, Submarine Squadron Nineteen as electrical material officer.

Master Chief Preabt served as Chief of the Boat aboard USS Key West (SSN 722) from October 2008-October 2011, and USS North Dakota (SSN 784) from October 2011-April 2015. He also served as Command Master Chief for Naval Recruiting District Denver from February 2015 to February 2017.

“Whatever he decided we were going to do together, he could get it done,” Bob Koonce, retired U.S. Navy commander and Preabt’s commanding officer on USS Key West (SSN 722), said. “You were, you are and you will always be my chief of the boat. Thank you for your service!”

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Electric Cars in the Military From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

One of the reasons that energy initiatives were created was to encourage the United States to improve on its energy security. This means putting the United States in a position that enables us to be less reliant on energy sources from other countries.

Military installations around the world are adopting new technologies to reach energy initiative goals. It is now very common to see electric cars in use on military installations. The Department of Defense has invested money to purchase these green machines in order to reduce the use of fossil fuels and greenhouse emissions.

Some brands of electric cars have a duel-power source option. The cars can be powered by fuel or by recharging the battery. A car plugged into an outlet providing a 110volt output may take 10 hours to fully recharge while a 220-volt outlet will restore a full charge in about 4 hours.

These cars are not designed for the open road, but they are certainly an effective – and efficient – way to travel around a military base. Some models of electric cars can operate at 100 miles per gallon and operate for 38 miles on battery power before the fuel system is needed.

The use of electric cars is just one of the many ways the military is incorporating the latest technological designs into their everyday operations.

For more tips on Energy Conservation call Gennaro Gargiulo or Electrician 2nd Class Marvin J. Hernandez at DSN 626-1895 or Comm.

081-568-1865.

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PANoRAMA April 26, 2019

SOUND OFF: WHAT DOES BEING A MILITARY

Henry H. Grade 3 “It means a lot to me because I know my dad is fighting for this country every day and I get to move around the world and meet cool people.”

McKenna A. Grade 4 “It’s hard to get used to and hard to do.

Military kids face challenges no other kids face, so in the end, it’s something special to me.”

Selena D. Grade 4 “Being a military child means the world to me. You get to go to places some people will never get the chance to go to. I love being a military child.”

Klarissa W. Grade 4 “It means that I get to learn new languages, make new friends, and go to new schools. Plus, sometimes change is good.”

Tiana F. Grade 4 “I get to make new friends, try new things, and travel to different countries.

I’m just glad that my family is happy.”

Riley L. Grade 4 “The saddest part is that your dad is gone for a long time, but the good part is you see him again and it’s a surprise and you’re so happy you cry in joy because he is finally here.”

Luke M. Grade 4 “I get to see and learn new things, but it’s hard to make friends if you are moving place to place. It can be sad when your mom or dad leaves for a long time.”

Starla W. Grade 5 “You have more opportunities than non-military children, like going to different places far away. Since you go to different places, you’ll probably pick up a language or two, meet new people, and make new friends.”

Kylie W. Grade 5 “It is a great experience and opportunity. It is a lifestyle that not everyone will enjoy, but it’s awesome.”

Elijah G. Grade 5 “My mom and dad are retired now, but being a military child let me meet new people and travel to different places around the world. It wasn’t easy, but we made it work.”

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CHILD MEAN TO ME AND MY FAMILY?

Brooke D. Grade 4 “I get to make new friends, but I also move away from friends. My favorite part is going to places around the world. I have been to 20 different countries.”

Rosslyn E. Grade 4 “It means getting to see many places. I get to do so many things other kids can’t do. Through travel I am able to learn about both me and other people.”

Adiele V. Grade 4 “I get to try new food, learn how to speak and write in a new language, and make new friends. When I move to another place, I take pictures to always remember the best times we had together.”

Niyanna C. Grade 5 “Being a military child can be tough sometimes. Sometimes you have to leave your friends and family. You have to leave your home too.”

Lorelle R. Grade 3 “It means you only have a limited time to live where you are. Your parents never have a choice to decide where you live. You go to more exotic places to learn their culture and language.”

Manny T. Grade 4 “I don’t like it because I have to leave my friends behind and change schools.

I like it because I get to learn new cultures, new languages, and see new places.”

Tiger J. Grade 8 “I feel that military kids are gifted with the opportunity to view their world through a unique perspective. Some will have traveled to more places than some people will in their entire life.”

Naomi G. Grade 3 “It means you get to explore the world and repeatedly move and learn about culture. So keep your head up and smile bright, because being a military brat is alright!”

Ziada S. Grade 3 “As a military child, and because my dad worked at the White House, I had a lot of Christmas parties at the White House. My family has moved many times, but I have only moved once and that was here to Italy.”

Lenora N. Grade 5 “Being a military child means a lot to me, but it comes with big responsibilities. I have to help out with chores, be a good big sister to my little brother, do good in school, and make my parents proud.”

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MOVIE SCHEDULE No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies Friday, April 26 4 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13 7 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13 8 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13

Saturday, April 27 3 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13

Sunday, April 28 3 p.m. Wonder Park, PG 6 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13 7:30 p.m. The Best Enemies, PG-13

Monday, April 29 Closed, No Movie Tuesday, April 30 Closed, No Movie

Wednesday, May 1 5:30 p.m. Wonder Park, PG 6:30 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Captain Marvel, PG-13

Thursday, May 2 5:30 p.m. Five Feet Apart, PG-13 6:30 p.m. Avengers Endgame, PG-13, 3-D

Avengers: Endgame Premiere PG-13, Action-Adventure-Fantasy. 181 min. Cast: Brie Larson, Robert Downey Jr., Karen Gillan, Tessa Thompson and Scarlett Johansson. After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War (2018), the universe is in ruins. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers assemble once more in order to undo Thanos’ actions and restore order to the universe.

The Best of Enemies Premiere PG-13, Drama-History, 133 min. Cast: Sam Rockwell, Taraji P. Henson, Wes Bentley, Anne Heche and Bruce McGill.

Based on a true story of civil rights activist Ann Atwater who faced off against C.P. Ellis, Exalted Cyclops of the Ku

Klux Klan, in 1971 in Durham, North Carolina, over the issue of school integration.

Captain Marvel Last Showing PG-13, Action-Adventure-SciFi, 124 min. Cast: Brie Larson, Gemma Chan, Samuel L. Jackson, Lee Pace and Mckenna Grace. Carol Danvers becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races.

Five Feet Apart PG-13, Drama-Romance, 116 min.

Cast: Haley Lu Richardson, Cole Sprouse, Moises Arias, Kimberly Hebert Gregory and Parminder Nagra. A pair of

teenagers with life-threatening illnesses meet in a hospital and fall in love.

Us R, Horror-Thriller, 116 min. Cast: Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke, Elisabeth Moss, Tim Heidecker and Shahadi Wright Joseph.

A family’s serene woodside vacation turns to chaos when their doppelgangers appear and begin to terrorize them.

Wonder Park PG, Animation-Adventure-Comedy, 85 min. Cast: Brianna Denski, Jennifer Garner, Ken Hudson Campbell, Kenan Thompson and Mila Kunis. Wonder Park tells the story of a magnificent amusement park where the imagination of a wildly creative girl named June comes alive.

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

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/Troop 007Naples or https://www. troopwebhost.org/FormHTML.aspx?site= Troop007Naples.

Naples Military Hog Chapter Seeking New Members Attention Motorcycle Riders: The Naples Military Hog Chapter invites you to see the wonders of Italy and beyond the borders on two wheels with friends and there are no better friends than the Naples Military Hog Chapter, we are a family friendly organization that offers plenty for everyone. No matter what you ride the NMHC offers the opportunity to meet other chapters throughout Europe, attend rallies for all makes/models and enjoy time with likeminded people. So whether you ride a sport bike, Triumph, Victory, Indian, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki or Harley come to a monthly meeting and see if these adventures are for you.

The riding season is opening and the summers rallies, rides and events are being discussed. If you’re in the support site food court stop by the Military Auto Source Office, our sponsoring dealer, for more information on both the Chapter and your opportunity to explore Europe on two wheels.

LIKE US ON FACE BOOK at Naples Military Hog Chapter and one of the primary officers will reach out to you. You can also contact the membership officer Kevin Johnson or the Director Jay Alhambra.

MORE THE INSIDE PAGE 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.

NMCRS Uniform Locker The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Uniform Locker has FREE new and gently used uniforms and uniform items for all active-duty service members. The Uniform Locker is located on board Capodichino in Bldg. 450 (next to the gym and American Red Cross), and is open Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For details call DSN 626-3913 or Comm.

081-568-3913.

The Naples Middle High School 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.

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

From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning.

For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts Naples, Italy on Facebook.

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

Naples Area First Class Petty Officer’s Association is composed of First Class Petty Officers from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week on Wednesdays, alternating between Support Site and Capodichino. For details visit www.naplesareafcpoa.facebook.com or call LS1 Victor Villarmea at DSN 626-5480.

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 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.

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 NATO Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club is open to all interested players – men, women and children (5-12). Men’s rugby is Part of the Italian Rugby Union (FIR) and is contact rugby.

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

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.

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 Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders.

Training and support provided. For details email naplesgs@yahoo.com.

Filipino-American Association of Naples, Italy meets at 5 p.m. the second and last Thursday of every month at Striker’s Bowling Alley. For details call Melygil Non at DSN 6261690 or Comm. 081-568-1690, or visit Fil-Am Naples, Italy on Facebook.

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“Thanks to the leadership and stewardship of Rear Admiral Williamson, the fighting forces of the U.S. Navy in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia are armed, based, and fueled on time, and all the time 24/7/365,” Foggo said. “In his 37 months at the helm, he led a team of more than 5,000 U.S. and international civilians, contractors, and Sailors at nine installations across three continents surrounded by three oceans.”

Lindsey is taking over command of Navy Region EURAFSWA after serving as Commander, Navy Region Southwest from September 2016 to March 2019. He was commissioned through Aviation Officer Candidate School in October 1986 and was designated as a Naval Aviator in December 1987. Lindsey is a native of Phoenix and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley.

“Navy Region EURAFSWA, it’s an honor and

Adm. James G. Foggo III, Commander, U.S. Forces Europe/Africa and Commander of Allied Joint Forces Command, delivers a speech as the guest speaker and ceremony officiate during Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia’s Change of Command Ceremony at Naval Support Activity Naples on April 16, 2019. Region EURAFSWA oversees nine installations in seven countries across three combatant commands. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alora R. Blosch

privilege to serve with you,” Lindsey said. “In my short time onboard you’ve impressed me with your tireless commitment

and dedication. I look forward to joining your amazing, high performing team.”

Navy Region EURAF-

SWA oversees nine installations in seven countries across three continents, enabling U.S., allied and partner nation forces to CMDCM RETIREMENT

be where and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia.

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In March 2017, Preabt assumed the duties as Command Master Chief for NSA Naples.

During the ceremony, Preabt received the Meritorious Service Medal along with letters of appreciation from former president Barrack Obama, Governor of North Dakota Doug Burgum, and the USS North Dakota committee. He also received a shadow box from the NSA Naples chief’s mess.

“Our Navy core values are the things I like to live my live by,” Preabt said. “You find out what they really mean to you when you apply them to your daily life, and your decision making. To all the Sailors and civilians I’ve served or had the pleasure to interact with, thank you for the outstanding work you do daily. It’s been great to be on your team.”

Preabt’s awards include four Meritorious Service Medals, four Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medals, three Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medals and various unit, campaign and service decorations.

Naval Support Activity Naples Command Master Chief Timothy Preabt (right), requests permission to go ashore for the final time from Naval Support Activity Naples Commanding Officer of Capt. Todd Abrahamson during his retirement ceremony on April 18, 2019 at Capodichino. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ford Williams

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

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

U.S. POSITIONS USAJOBS WEBSITE: https://don.usajobs.gov IMPORTANT NOTICE: USAJOBS has implemented a new sign-in method using login.gov. This method increases the security of the USAJOBS system and allows individuals to use a single sign in for multiple government systems. Applicants, who have not created a login.gov account yet will be prompted to create one upon signing into USAJOBS All Department of Navy overseas US civilian positions aboard Naples and Gaeta commuting area will be posted on USAJOBS website. Not familiar with USAJOBS? Get started by creating an account at https://don.usajobs.gov.

Once registered, you may customize your job searches, set up job alerts and store your resume and other essential employment documents online and be ready to apply for a job anytime. Already have an account on USAJOBS but have questions about applying for overseas positions, contact the DON Employee Intake Center for assistance at doneic@navy.mil The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS To find out what positions are currently open call our

front desk at DSN 6265409 or Comm. 081-5685409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be also posted at The Civilian Human Resources (CHR) located at Capo Admin I, first floor. The customer service hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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.

CLOSING May 2, 2019 Admin Assistant (O/A), UA-0303-04, ANN#3049B246766-RR, Full Time Permanent.

Financial Management Analyst, UA-0501-03 KPP 02/01 or UA-02 KPP 01 or UA-01, ANN#3049B239952-EI, 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 next “Meet & Greet” is to be determined.

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

For questions please call 081-568- 4164/2505/ 5612/8202. The applications may be emailed to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil NSA There are no new postings at this time, however please keep checking the Panorama and our website for upcoming announcements and job openings.

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.

EUROPE DISTRICT ADMIN Ann#190001BO Services Associate/M5/NF-01/FlexOpen until filled. Pay: $8.50 per hour. Job summary: Performs a variety of cashier/sales transaction duties, operating the cash register, accounting for sales receipts, encoding and reconciling records on an automated system.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Naples Tiger Sharks Seeking Coaches The Naples Tiger Sharks swim team is looking for group coaches to assist with the coaching of swimmers for the 2019-2020 season. Qualified candidates will be able to create thorough, age-appropriate workouts focusing on technique, endurance, stroke development and drills; Lead structured practices during practices; Help record all work-outs and track daily attendance; Assist with administrative matters relating to the team, swim meet arrangements and team performance as well as interaction with parents; Assist in recording times at swim

meets; Attend swim team events such as meets, meetings, and social events; Engage parents and cultivate relationships to create a collaborative swim team environment.

Recommended qualifications include: 2-plus years’ experience as a competitive swimmer; 2-plus years of coaching experience; USA Swimming Coach or ASCA Level 1 certification (or willing to obtain certificate); must have a strong foundation in stroke mechanics and be able to communicate effectively with swimmers and their parents; enthusiastic, dynamic presence with good communication skills; other certifications including: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid (or willing to obtain certificate). For details email Head Coach Lisa Kanak at npsheadcoach@gmail.com or team president at npspresident@gmail.com or visit @naplestigersharks at Facebook or https://naplestigersharks.swimtopia.com

In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.

(On-BaseDial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638

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“It brought together a number of maritime forces and several international organizations to improve maritime law enforcement capacity, and to promote national and regional security in East Africa,” Foggo said.

When asked about the exercise he said, “I think it was a huge success in terms of a massive maritime domain area that stretched along the East African coast, from Djibouti to the north, to Mozambique in the south, and going as far east as the island nation of the Seychelles. Participating nations in Cutlass Express 2019 included Canada, the Comoros, Djibouti, France, India, and it was the first time that the Indians sent an Indian navy frigate.”

Other nations included were Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Portugal, Seychelles, Somalia, Tanzania, the Netherlands, and the United States.

Exercise Obangame Express – Efforts to Combat Sea Blindness He then went into the second exercise of the year, Obangame Express taking place in West Africa in the Gulf of Guinea.

“There were 33 nations from Africa, Europe, and North America that participated. We had 2,500 personnel on the land, in the littoral, or at sea.

Ninety-five ships of varying sizes … 12 aircraft conducting intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, and sharing a common operating picture.”

Foggo compared 2010 to now in reference to African maritime security when he said, “Back in 2010, there were not a lot of ships, there were not a lot of facilities, there were not a lot of Maritime Operations Centers … Today, in 2019, West African nations have a series of facilities and radar to enable them to coordinate and collaborate across maritime borders, and work to combat this sea blindness.”

Foggo also discussed the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Thetis’ rescue at sea of two fishermen who had been lost at sea for three days. The fishermen, rescued the day before the exercise began, were given gas and Gatorade by the Americans and then helped back to port by the Sierra Leonean Coast Guard.

“And you know, it sounds like something that came right out of a Hollywood script, but a real-life situation with a happy ending,” Foggo said.

Phoenix Express and Enhancing Maritime Cooperation The final exercise addressed by Foggo was Phoenix Express, held off the coast of North Africa in April.

The aim of Phoenix Express, he said, has been “to promote national and regional security, informed planning and operations, and improve military capabilities.

“And I think through this enhanced cooperation in maritime domain awareness and information sharing, we can all get after the problems that affect all of us, stability in the maritime domain, illicit trafficking, criminal activity, and piracy,” he said.

“On the Horizon: Navigating the European and African Theaters” is available on: Spotify, Spreaker, Sound Cloud, iTunes, and Stitcher Follow us on Facebook: @USNavyEuropeAfrica, Twitter: @USNavyEurope, Instagram: @usnavyeuropeafrica U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners in order to advance U.S. national interests and security

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MORE BASE NOTES May 2: NAF Summer Employment Information Event at Teen Center Teens if you are thinking of working this summer, MWR has opportunities Lifeguard and Teen Recreation Aid positions available for you.

Come to the NAF Summer Employment Information Event on May 2 at 2 p.m. at the Teen Center Café to get ready. For details call DSN 626-8208 or Comm. 081-568-8208.

Movin’ On Up event on May 15 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Naples Elementary School. Community reps, staff and specialist teachers, S2S and Dolphin Delegates and more will be on site to assist you and your child with an easy transition.

For details call DSN 629-6549 or Comm. 081811-6549.

May 16: Try-outs for a Night of Humor at Fitness Forum May 2-30: Story Time at the Support Site Do you think you’re funny? Prove it at MWR’s Library amateur comedy contest on May 16 at 5 p.m.

Pre-schoolers and their parents are invited All registrants will do a routine for a panel of every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in May to a great judges. That evening you will learn if you have story hour, planned with a craft or other fun ac- been selected for the main event. Main event tivity. Dates and themes are: May 2-Children’s will be held on May 31 at O’Rhys Irish Pub. Book Week; May 9-Money, Money, Money; The winner of the main event will be invited to May 16-Asian-Pacific Heritage Month; May 23- be the opening act for a future Armed Forces or Physical Fitness; and May 30-Craft Day. For Navy Entertainment comedy show. For details details call DSN 629-4360 or Comm. 081-811call DSN 629-4459 or Comm. 081-811-4459.

4360.

May 18: Karate Grand Prix at the May 3: Armed Forces Olympics Fitness Forum (25th anniversary) at Carney Park Children 4-13 years old are invited to join the Participate in a day of camaraderie by joining fun at the Support Site Fitness Forum on the Armed Forces Olympics on May 3.

May 18 from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a For details call DSN 629-6528 or training course to learn basic skills and Comm. 081-811-6528. conditioning, a balloon game, Kata and kimite demonstration and lots of fun. A small fee is May 6: Registration Deadline for Spring required. Register your child(ren) May 1-15, Fling (two-person golf scramble) at the Fitness Forum. For details call at Carney Park DSN 626-6489 or Comm. 081-811-6489.

Register deadline is May 6 for two-person golf scramble at Carney Park. The Spring Fling will May 20-24: ‘Murph Challenge’ at the be May 10. Fee includes green fee, cart, range MWR Fitness Centers balls, lunch and prize fund. For details call A free one-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push081-526-4296. ups, 300 squats, all while wearing a 20-pound vest is what the “Murph Challenge” – named in May 11: NMCRS Thrift Shop Bag Sale honor of the sacrifice and memory of Navy The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society SEAL Lt. Michael Murphy who died in (NMCRS) Thrift Shop will be open May 11 from Afghanistan in 2005 – is all about. Register at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a bag sale. Thrift Store the Capo Fit Zone or Support Site Fitness normal hours of operation are Tuesdays and Forum from May 20-24. The top five men and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Wednes- top five women will be recognized. For registradays from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The NMCRS Thrift tion and details call or DSN 629-6604 or 629Shop is located at the back of Bldg. 2088 (adja- 6611 or DSN 626-4264 or Comm. 081-568-4264. cent to the veterinarian’s office, just behind the fire station and across from the bowling alley) May 30: Spin into Summer at Support Site on Support Site. Authorized patrons include Take MWR’s fun, outdoor spin-a-thon on U.S. DOD and JFC ID card holders. Donations May 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. A small fee is required are accepted only during store hours at the side (comes with a swag bag). Register at Support door. NMCRS office hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 Site Fitness Forum. Seats are limited. p.m. Monday through Thursday. For details For details call DSN 629-6604 or Comm. email zoe.peck@nmcrs.org or call DSN 626081-811-6604.

3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913.

Aug. 1-4; 6-9: Drug Education for Youth May 11: Race the Base at Support Site (DEFY) Challenge yourself and Race the Base – at your We are accepting applications for volunteers to own pace – as many loops as you wish. There assist in a two-phase program that promotes are two and four hour options, do as many twoteam building, goal setting and increased selfand-a-half mile loops around the perimeter of confidence for our 9 to 12 year olds. Volunteer the base, May 11 beginning at 8 a.m. from Cen- for an eight-day summer program and/or tral Park. Registration runs May 1-10 or on May monthly youth mentoring program. DEFY 11 at 7:30 a.m. Race the Base is free. For details Summer Leadership Program will run from call DSN 629-6489 or Comm. 081-811-6489.

August 1 to 4 and August 6 to 9, 2019.

For details email BMC Stevens at May 15: Movin’ On Up at the myckel.stevens@eu.navy.mil or call Naples Elementary School DSN 626-3079; or email YN1 Smith at Make your pre-K through 6th grader’s school ronald.smith@eu.navy.mil or call transition to the next level easier with our DSN 626-2967.

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EARTH DAY

COLOR ME: EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY! A L I J T Z H R S H M C B R E

U L M S T J H I I W S O M E R

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ACQUA / Water ALBERI / Trees AMBIENTE / Environment APRILE / April ATMOSFERA / Atmosphere CLIMA / Climate CONSERVAZIONE / Conservation ENERGIA / Energy

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INQUINAMENTO / Pollution HABITAT / Habitat OCEANO / Ocean PIANTA / Plants RICICLARE / Recycle RIDURRE / Reduce RIUTILIZZARE / Reuse TERRA / Earth

HAPPY EASTER

Celebrating Earth Day Every Day

By Gary Nichols NSA Public Affairs

Earth Day was first observed on April 22, 1970, when an estimated 20 million people nationwide attended the inaugural events at tens of thousands of sites including elementary and secondary schools, universities, and community sites across the United States.

Senator Gaylord Nelson promoted Earth Day, calling upon students to fight for environmental causes and oppose environmental degradation with the same energy that they displayed in opposing the Vietnam War. Earth Day was intended to become a special day to celebrate our planet and to renew our commitment to promoting clean living. What was once a relatively, unknown event has grown into a worldwide phenomenon that is celebrated in nearly 200 countries around the globe to remind people everywhere how fragile our planet is and how important it is to protect it.

The idea of Earth Day is to promote a lifestyle throughout the year, and not just on one day in April, but one that will help to make our planet better and to protect our natural resources and environment.

Here are some simple ways to help celebrate Earth Day every day ● Grow a garden – You don’t need a big yard to grow a garden. Your garden can be as small as a single pot grown on a balcony or in your home. Many people like growing decorative flowers. As an alternative try easy-togrow edible plants

such as tomato or basil to add to your family’s dinner table. ● Practice Recycling – Recycling is easy and it benefits your community and the environment by reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators. Recycling also helps conserve natural resources, plus it saves energy and prevents pollution by reducing the need to collect new raw materials. ● Use Reusable Grocery Bags – Plastic pollution has becoming an increasingly big problem for the environment, and is becoming extremely harmful for the ocean and deadly for many marine creatures. Using earth-friendly reusable grocery bags is an easy way to help reduce the amount of plastics that are thrown away, which ultimately end up harming our environment. ● Is This Trip Really Necessary? – This once-familiar phrase from World War II was used to help save fuel for the war effort.

Today that same idea of planning your trips and avoiding unnecessary driving helps to reduce both fuel consumption and air pollution.

Also, consider taking public transportation like a bus or train. ● Become a Vegetarian for a Day – It’s estimated that up to 2,500 gallons of water are needed to produce one pound of beef, that it takes nearly 20 times the amount of energy to grow each calorie of beef versus that of plant-based food.

Being a vegetarian for a day is not only yummy, but helps to conserve water.

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DAILY TOURS

upcoming uSo Tours Capodichino office 081-568-5713 Support Site office 081-811-4903 http://naples.uso.org http://www.sg-tours.com

Apr. 26: Friday Gourmet Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €35 Apr. 27: Underwater Baia and Archaeological Park . €42 Apr. 28: Medieval Town of Avella & Hazelnut Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €55 May 4: The Caves of Pastena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €54 May 5: I Love Gnocchi Cooking Class . . . . . . . . €49 May 10: Wine and Dine in a Cave: Couples night out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €58 May 11: Positano and Amalfi by Boat . . . . . . . . . . €64 May 12: Mother’s Day at Negombo Spa . . . . . . . . €98 May 17: Bourbon Tunnel and Pizza Dinner. . . . . . €40 May 18: Positano and Amalfi by Boat . . . . . . . . . . €64 May 19: Mt. Vesuvius and Wine Tasting . . . . . . . . €66 May 24: Zoomarine Theme Park in Rome. . . . . . . €45 Wine tasting tours are for adults only

EXTENDED TOURS

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May 24-27: Memorial Day Weekend on the French Riviera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €475 May 25-27: Memorial Day at Beach Resort. . . . . . €219 July 4-7: 4th of July Weekend in Malta . . . . . . . €485 July 18-25: Greek Island of Zakynthos . . . . . . . . . €849 For tour information, call the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903 or visit www.sg-tours.com

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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 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 081-568-7884 (DSN 626-7884). Deadline is Wednesday 4 p.m. for the current week’s edition.

M ISCELLANEOUS 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

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

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