Panorama July 27, 2018 by NSA Naples

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Friday, July 27, 2018

By Gary Nichols NSA Public Affairs

MWR Tickets and Travel has a new opportunity for community members – sunset cruise of Naples Bay – which took its maiden cruise last month. A happy small group of eight NSA Naples community members participated in the second sunset cruise of Naples Bay. The trip included round trip transportation from Support Site to Mergelena Port in downtown Naples, where passengers boarded the 65-foot teak-wood yacht Pepecello, skippered by Robert Kokolis along with co-captain Nunzia Tuccillo. Kokolis grew up attending school at Naples MiddleHigh School in the 1970s and lived in the United States for much of his life, narrated in perfect English to the small group, the many sights they were seeing on their cruise. SUNSET CRUISE

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Four Minutes to Better VOLED: Navy College Program Launches New Survey By Ed Barker Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDC) Public Affairs

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The Navy College Program (NCP) announced a new, more efficient customer service opinion survey July 24, as part of the continuing improvement process for Voluntary Education. “The survey asks for Sailors’ opinions about the Navy College Program’s education support, counseling services, information, and admin,” Don Squibb, Navy VOLED assessments program manager, said. “We’re seeking feedback on their experience so we can adjust and improve our service.” According to Squibb, the new survey asks only 10 questions, and the average can Sailor complete the survey in just over four minutes. “The surveys are the primary channel we have to gather customer input on how we’re doing, and we use the fleet feedback to refine the service delivery of the Navy College Virtual Education Center,” Squibb said. “By shortening the survey, we hope to increase participation while retaining key information. One Sailor that participated in both the longer and shorter NCP surveys is Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class (AW) Brad Powell, instructor at the Naval Air Technical Training Center. “The new Navy College Program survey gets right to the point and only took a couple of minutes to get my opinions,” Powell said. “I can tell that the Navy College folks value my time and are genuinely interested in improving the VOLED experience.”

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A group of eight NSA Naples community members participated in the second sunset cruise of Naples Bay on July 20. Photo by Gary Nichols

PBS Now Available on SS From NSA Public Affairs

Residents of U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples’ Support Site have access to Public Broadcast Service (PBS) on devices that receive internet through the Navy Exchange (NEX) Residential Services Office as of July 19, 2018. The new service is an addition to existing Hulu, Amazon and Netflix streaming access. “I think anything we can offer that makes living in a foreign country with a foreign language a little more familiar goes along way with families and sailors,” Naples NEX General Manager Lisa Brennan said. Devices on support site that access the internet through NEX Residential Services will be able to access PBS by connecting to the web and streaming through the PBS website.

Services like this are possible when content providers, like PBS, Netflix and Hulu, give their permission to stream U.S. content to fixed IP addresses provided by a command’s service provider, in this case, Telecom, Italia. Unfortunately locations that do not have fixed IP addresses will not be able to get services this way. Internet providers for Capodichino, Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples and homes on the economy assign IP addresses for the duration of the tenant’s contract. “We had to do some research to identify a contact at PBS, to ask if they would be willing to grant access to U.S. content for service members living on Support Site,” NSA Naples Information Technology Program (N6) Director Ira Kinter said. The process for getting PBS involved

the coordination between PBS, N6, Residential Services and Telecom Italia, and has passed to other Europebased commands’ N6 departments so that they can get the same services. “Once a POC was identified, we just provided the IP address information needed to make service possible.” Staff and command liaisons are continuing their effort to make the quality of life better for residents and visiting tenants. “We’ve been meeting with Telecom Italia just to see what else they could possibly offer,” Brennan said. “They have recently upgraded services to those who live off base. In many areas they have increased their speed out in town.” NSA Naples asks that if personnel are aware of other services which could be obtained for the community, they fill out an Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) comment so the base can look into them. ICE comments can be submitted at http://ice.disa.mil/ CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2

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

Transparency is incredibly important to me, especially when it comes to how we maintain the areas you live and work in. This week we conducted what is called a lease re-structure with Mirabella and I want to make sure our community knows what that means and how it affects everyone. When we re-structure our lease we are basically taking all the changes and updates that we’ve made to it over the years, and consolidating them in a new, single document. This makes it much easier for us to formally communicate our requirements to Mirabella and consequently for them to understand and fulfill them. What does that mean for you? In addition to our Public Works department analyzing emerging maintenance requirements, you’ve made so many great suggestions and observations to us that have resulted in extremely positive additions to our lease agreement. Now those additions and your voices are permanently a part of this document. I think that is incredibly important for our community to know. I also want to thank our installation Information Systems department and the Navy Exchange for working together to increase the streaming services we have available to us on base. Last year we were able to get Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime activated for our IP address on Support Site, and last week we added PBS streaming services to this list. NEX Residential Services and our NSA Naples N6 department worked with PBS to open our IP address to all of their online content. We’ve added an article about it in this week’s paper, so be sure to check out the new features available to you and your families! With Summer in full swing, it’s also a good time to talk safety. With more pedestrians moving about the base, please be extra vigilant when driving or riding your bicycle. Please also remember that it is base policy that everyone is required to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle, not just children under 12. Safety doesn’t just apply on the base though. Please take precautions when travelling as well, especially to destinations where you have the opportunity to engage in heavy outdoor activity. Always fill out your Individual Anti-Terrorism Plan (IATP) before visiting another country, and remember to sign up for the State Department’s Safe Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). It ensures that someone knows your whereabouts in case of an emergency or natural disaster, and it also comes in handy next time you go to renew your security clearance. With STEP you can easily track all the countries you’ve visited, a sometimes daunting task for those of us who have been on a few deployments! 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 – and remain vigilant.

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BASE NOTES July 28: Summer Family Welcoming Carnival Naples Area FCPOA invites the community to the Support Site Central Park July 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a free Summer Family Welcoming Carnival with games, prizes, bouncy houses, face painting, music and more. Prizes will be raffled every half hour, and food vendors will be on site. For details email GM1 Maurer FCPOIC at achel.maurer@ eu.navy.mil or call Comm. 081-813-5245. July 28: Scheduled Capodichino Power Outage There is a schedule power outage onboard Capodichino July 28 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to support planned maintenance. Buildings with backup generators will retain full power. For details call Public Works at DSN 626-6880. July 30 to Aug. 3: Veterans Affairs Overseas Military Service Coordinator visits NSA Naples A Veterans Affairs Overseas Military

This civilian enterprise (CE) newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military services overseas. Contents of Panorama are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Navy. The appearance of advertising in this newspaper, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, or Stampa Generale S.r.l. of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. A confirmed violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser will result in the refusal to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The Panorama editorial office is located at Naval Support Activity, Naples, Italy, PSC 817, Box 1, FPO AE 09622-0001. Telephone: 081-568-5907/5912; DSN 626-5907/5912. Email: naplespanorama@eu.navy.mil.

Service Coordinator (VA OMSC) will be onboard Naval Support Activity Naples from July 30 to August 3 to provide onehour personalized help to active-duty personnel, TSMs and Veterans. To sign up for a one-hour one-on-one session with the OMSC email omscit.vbavaco@va.gov or call DSN 6296997 or Comm. 081-811-6997. July 30 to Aug. 3: Vacation Bible School NSA Naples Religious Ministries Vacation Bible School (VBS) runs July 30 to August 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Support Site Chapel for kindergarten through sixth grade children. To register visit the NSA Naples Vacation Bible School Facebook group or stop by the chapel to register in person. For details email Crystal Fabacher at nsanaples.vbs@gmail.com or call DSN 629-4600.

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Panorama is published weekly on Friday by Stampa Generale S.r.l. Sig. Bruno Brandi, Publisher, Naval Support Activity, Capodichino (Naples), Italy - Tel. 081-568-7884, Fax 081-568-7887. E-mail: stampagenerale@tin.it - Autorizzazione Tribunale di Napoli No. 3404 del 3.4.1985. Direttore Responsabile: Bruno Brandi. Stampa: Arti Grafiche Boccia SpA, Salerno; Fotocomposizione: Stampa Generale S.r.l. - Tel. 081-568-7884. Stampa Generale is a private firm in no way connected with the U. S. Navy under exclusive written contract with the U. S. Navy. The editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office of the Naval Support Activity, Naples, Italy. All news and feature articles and announcements submitted to Panorama are subject to editing to conform with contemporary standards of journalistic objectivity, clarity and relevance. We welcome any contributions, suggestions or comments dealing with community issues. Submissions for publication in Panorama will be accepted on the basis of newsworthiness, timeliness and space available. All copy must be submitted in Microsoft Word format in an e-mail to the editor at: naplespanorama@eu.navy.mil. Each submission must include the name and telephone number of the author. Deadline for all copy and photos is close of business Friday prior to publication date.

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ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS COMPILED BY TERESA MEROLA NSA NAPLES PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Man Charged with DUI While Riding a Horse A man was stopped by police while on his horse was weaving from one side of the road to another in Ivrea, in Northwest Italy near Turin. Driving under the influence of alcohol, even on a horse, is forbidden. The man was slapped with a DUI charge and his driving license was suspended. The horse was taking back to the riding school. Edenlandia Amusement Park Back in Business Edenlandia is an amusement park located in Naples, in the Fuorigrotta district. It has been closed for years, but this past Thursday the park reopened to the public. The park has been completely renovated including an amusement area dedicated to children called “Edenlandia for children,” and a large area with restaurants, pizzerias and pubs. The park is equipped with modern rides including a four-meter-high tower to climb, electric go-kart track, trampolines and mechanical swing. The park is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Traffic Now Limited During Tourist Season in Dolomite Mountains During the summer overcrowding tourism season, traffic restrictions have

been issued to the main access points to the Dolomite Mountains. A limited traffic zone (ZTL) at the Sella Pass has been introduced to vehicles that can only enter with a pass valid for one hour. From Monday to Friday, between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. until August 31, motorcycles and cars will be restricted, except for electric vehicles, public transport and people who work or stay within the area. The scope of the restriction is to reduce traffic to the mountains by 20 percent, in order to reduce pollution and protect the environment. Each morning only 200 vehicles are allowed to pass and only 150 are allowed in the afternoons. Beach on Bank of Rome’s Tiber River Coming Soon Rome, commonly known as the Eternal City, will soon have a beach on the riverbanks of the Tiber, similar to beaches in Paris, London and Madrid. By August, the beach on the Tiber, which is situated on the banks below the Ponte Marconi Bridge, will feature sports fields, play areas for children and others dedicated to animals, sunbathing areas with sand and umbrellas, beach volleyball courts and cycle paths, Rome Mayor Virginia Raggi said. She also opened a special unit dedicated to tackling illegal discharging and pollution in the Tiber with the objective of cleaning up the eternal city’s river.

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THE INSIDE PAGE Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces. We have many programs and services that work to support veterans, service members and their families, as well as communities worldwide. VFW Post 12159-Monte Cassino meets the third Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Room. For details call VFW Post Commander Joel Driscoll at Comm. 340-9733324 or visit www.vfw.napoli@gmail.com or Facebook at VFW Post 12159-Monte Cassino (username: @NaplesVFW). USO Naples is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to join their committee to make a difference in the community through special events and outreach. If interested, email USO Naples and Rome Director, Sabrina Pullido at spullido@uso.org. Naples American Red Cross (ARC) needs volunteers. For details or to register for a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 or visit American Red Cross Naples on Facebook. Naples Military HOG Chapter Seeking New Members If you’re a motorcycle rider, whether it’s on a sport bike or a cruiser, and you want to see the wonders of Italy on the back of that scoot, then the Naples Military HOG Chapter is for you. Meet other members of Europe’s HOG Chapters and even make it to HOG Rallies throughout Italy and Europe. We have monthly meetings to welcome newcomers and discuss monthly rides. If you have a sport bike or a Harley Scoot and are interested in becoming a member there are many ways of contacting us: call Jordan Berryman at 342-755-2079 or email jorthebore@gmail.com; come to one of our monthly meetings at Liberty Bell (O’Connor’s Pub) in Pinetamare or stop by Naples Military Auto Sales at the Support Site food court; or visit us on facebook at oconnorsbylibertybell or naplesmilitaryhogchapter.

From NSA Public Affairs Except for those living at the Support Site and Capodichino, bottled water is recommended. Treated water is provided free of charge at a dispenser located outside the Capodichino east parking garage. All economy leases negotiated through the Housing office have a bottle water clause, which requires the landlord to provide bottled water. Work with landlords to have any water holding tanks disinfected twice a year, and ensure your tap water is disconnected from non-permitted wells and connected only to the city water system.

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

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

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Call an ambulance Where is a hospital? We need a doctor I cannot find my family I am American Where is the reporting point? Which roads are open? I need a phone Help! It’s an emergency

Chiamate un'ambulanza Dov’è l’ospedale? Abbiamo bisogno di un medico Non trovo la mia famiglia Sono Americano/a Dov’è il centro raccolta? Quali strade sono aperte? Ho bisogno di un telefono Aiuto! È un’emergenza

NMCRS Uniform Locker The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Uniform Locker has FREE new and gently used uniforms and uniform items for all active-duty service members. The Uniform Locker is located on board Capodichino in Bldg. 450 (next to the gym and American Red Cross), and is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For details call DSN 626-3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913.

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HISTORY: BIRTH OF THE NAVY WAVES From NSA Public Affairs

On July 30, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed an act establishing Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES), in direct response to the critical need for additional military personnel during World War II. Their official name was the U.S. Naval Reserve (Women’s Reserve), but the WAVES nickname stuck. By the end of the war, more than 80,000 officers and enlisted women had served in the WAVES. The word “emergency” implied that the acceptance of women was due to the unusual circumstances of World War II, and at the end of the war – when the emergency was over – the women would no longer be needed by the Navy. Unlike the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC), which was established in May 1942, and was considered a unit working with the Army, the WAVES were considered a component in the Navy. This small, but important distinction, opened up the doors of equality for the women of the WAVES. WAVES were not allowed to serve aboard combat ships or aircraft, however they held the same status as their male counterparts, including rank and jobs, and they received the same pay and were subject to military discipline. Most WAVES worked as yeomen doing clerical work or as store keepers, but some took positions in aviation, hospital corps, communications, intelligence, and other technological fields. Initially WAVES were restricted to duty in the continental United States. As the war progressed, WAVES were authorized to serve in Hawaii. The war ended before WAVES could be sent to any other locations. On June 12, 1948, Congress passed the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act (Public Law 625), which allowed women to gain permanent status in all military branches of the United States. This act made the WAVES program obsolete, and a few weeks later, on July 7, 1948,

six women were sworn into the regular Navy: Kay Langdon, Wilma Marchal, Edna Young, Frances Devaney, Doris Robertson, and Ruth Flora. Later that fall, eight women were commissioned as the first female officers of the regular Navy: Joy Bright Hancock, Winifred Quick Collins, Ann King, Frances Willoughby, Ellen Ford, Doris Cranmore, Doris Defenderfer and Betty Rae Tennant. In 1972, WAVES were officially disestablished, since women were now integrated without limitations, except for duty with submarines and EOD/Dive/SEAL communities, into the Navy. In another major breakthrough for women in the military, on December 3, 2015, Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced that beginning in January 2016, all military occupations and positions would be open to women, without exception. For the first time in U.S. military history, he said, as long as they qualify and meet specific standards, women will be able to contribute to the Defense Department mission with no barriers at all in their way. And with that announcement – 73 years after President Roosevelt officially established the WAVES – the last barrier for women serving in the U.S. Armed Forces had finally been broken. “They’ll be allowed to drive tanks, fire mortars and lead infantry soldiers into combat,” Carter said. “They’ll be able to serve as Army Rangers and Green Berets, Navy SEALs, Marine Corps infantry, Air Force parajumpers, and everything else that was previously open only to men.” The military has long prided itself on being a meritocracy, where those who serve are judged only on what they have to offer to help defend the country, Carter said. “That’s why we have the finest fighting force the world has ever known,” he added, “and it’s one other way we will strive to ensure that the force of the future remains so, long into the future.” A WAVE recruiting poster from 1944 by John Falter. Image courtesy of Library of Congress

African-Focused Study Day Hosted by Hub By Air Force First Lieutenant Kylee Ashton

Following the Secretary General’s announcement of full capability, the NATO Strategic Direction South Hub hosted its first study day focusing on the challenges and opportunities of population growth and demographic change in Africa on July 24 in Naples. The Hub, now operating with more than 70 members from 20 NATO nations, is focusing on connecting a variety of organizations to include the European Union, African Union and other organizations such as Institute of Migration, the World Food Program and the United Nations High Commission on Refugees to help optimize resources and maximize effectiveness in the region. “The international community, and by that I mean governments, international organizations, non-governmental organizations and others with specialist knowledge such as think tanks and academia, has a responsibility to try and improve life for the millions of people living in difficult conditions in North Africa, the Sahel and parts of the Middle East,” Adm. James Foggo, commander of Allied Joint Force Command Naples, said. To connect these various audiences, the Hub hosted a study day bringing in members from across the international community; it not only informed Hub staff and those from international organizations, it also contributed to the networking and collaboration process between the Hub and outside organizations. “I am convinced that, at the end of the day, and with the great and wise contribution from the speakers, the discussion that will sparkle out of their presentation, and listening carefully to the African stakeholders’ voice, we will be in a better position to increase NATO’s overall understanding and identification of opportunities and contribute to the Alliance decision making process,” Brigadier General Roberto Angius, director of NSDS Hub, said. For more information about the Hub, visit http://www.thesouthernhub.org/

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MAY 2018 BIRTHS May 2, 2018 – Cathelijne Emma Elisabeth Verhoeven 8 pounds 15 ounces, daughter of OF3 Marjolein Cerhoeven and OF-3 Annelies Wesstra May 4, 2018 – Cleo Olivia Hildebrand 4 pounds 10 ounces, daughter of Laura E. Hildebrand and Cmdr. Andrew T. Hildebrand May 10, 2018 – Mayceon Noah McLaughlin 6 pounds 9.8 ounces, son of Jasmine S. McLaughlin and Lt. j.g. Jonathan L. McLaughlin May 10, 2018 – William Joseph Messier 8 pounds 7.s ounces, son of Katherine A. Messier and Denis A. Messier III

May 10, 2018 – George Patrick O’Brien 8 pounds 8.2 ounces, son of Kelly A. O’Brien and Lt. Conor L. O’Brien May 15, 2018 – Liliana Miriam Bill 8 pounds 8 ounces, daughter of Luisa F Di Martino and Lt. Cmdr. Christopher B. Bill May 18, 2018 – Alyssa Mary Byron 7 pounds 5 ounces, daughter of Denise M. Paul and ETCS Kevin W. Byron May 23, 2018 – Julian Michael Roman 9 pounds 6 ounces, son of Kelly A. Roman and Lt. Cmdr. Charles M. Roman May 31, 2018 – Drew Keith Peck 8 pounds 5 ounces, son of Zoe J. Peck and Lt. Cmdr. Craig D. Peck

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

● July 30: Cooking lesson in a Farm, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carpool – Meet at Capodichino, outside first garage, by main gate. Cost: 18 euro for adults, 10 euro for children; includes meal, plus lesson, paid to the vendor. ● July 30: Thrift Savings Plan, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Support site FFSC. ● July 31-Aug 2: Ombudsman Basic Training, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Aug 3: Bourbon Tunnel, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at the Alibus stop near Capo. ● Aug 6: ICR for Teens: Graffa Class, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Teen Center. ● Aug 6-10: TGPS Pre-Retirement Workshop, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. All classes require registration. Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

ENERGY CONSERVATION Energy Efficient Use of Energy for your Appliances From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Make Your Baby Smarter By Merely Talking Jessica Brown, M.Ed. Early Childhood Special Educator Educational and Developmental Intervention Services, USNH Naples

Did you know that 80 percent of your baby’s brain is developed within the first three years of life? That’s right, within the first three years, your baby’s brain triples in size. If that isn’t jaw-dropping enough, research has shown that simply talking to your baby promotes intelligence and in turn makes your child smarter. According to a study done by the University of Kansas in 1995, the greater the number of words children heard from their parents or caregivers before they were three, the higher their IQ and the better they did in school. When very young children hear more words, it helps to improve their understanding of language and increases the number and variety of words that they can understand and use. Talking to your baby throughout the day is an easy way to jumpstart a lifelong process of understanding and effective communication. Talking to your baby may feel strange at first. However, to help you get up and chatting, start by narrating the day from the time your baby wakes up until bedtime. For instance, you can tell your child, “Good morning, it’s time to take a warm bath. Can you feel the warm water on your body? After you are dressed, we will go to the park before your nap!” Talking to your baby is a simple yet effective way to support language and cognitive development.

Here are a few different tips to get you and your baby talking: ● Read books to your baby as often as possible, discussing pictures and allowing your baby time to babble in response to your reading. ● Narrate what you are doing to your child while you are doing it. For example, “Time to take a warm bath!” This narration shows the relationship between the activity and the word. ● Name the toys and objects around your baby while showing them to him or her. For example, “Look, these are your favorite shoes. We’re going to put them on your feet, aren’t we?” ● Use lots of expression to make your conversation interesting and engaging. It is not always what you talk about as much as how you talk about it. Using excitement in your voice grabs and maintains your baby’s attention. ● Sing nursery rhymes. While singing encourages the expression of language, often times with nursery rhymes babies are going to be exposed to a wider variety of words not otherwise used which will enrich their vocabulary skills. For example, after singing Little Miss Muffet, tell your baby what a “tuffet,” “curds,” and “whey” are. As your child’s first teacher, remember that many of your baby’s most important experiences will be communicating with you. The first three years of your child’s life are the most formative; simply talking to your baby throughout the day will set your child on a path to lifelong learning.

It has been publicized over and over again. When you leave a room, turn off the lights. If you are not using it, power it down. But, what about appliances and systems that are designed to operate consistently? What can you do to prevent excess power consumption with these appliances and systems? Refrigerators and Freezers: ● Minimize opening and closing your refrigerator and freezer. Every time you open it, cool air will rush out and be replaced with warm air, causing the refrigerator to run more to stay cool. ● Keep it full. Refrigerators and freezers actually operate most efficiently when full, so keep your refrigerator and freezer as full as possible (with bottles of water if nothing else) ● Keep condenser coils on the back of your refrigerator and freezer clean. Water Heater: ● Set temperature to 120 degrees (F) if your dishwasher has its own water heater; otherwise set it at 140 degrees (F). ● Repair leaking faucets. Warm-water leaks should be given immediate attention because they can raise your electric consumption rapidly. ● Drain your hot water tank regularly to remove sediment. Dishwashers and Clothes Washer/Dryer: ● Only run dishwashers and clothes washers when fully loaded. ● Use the air-dry setting on your dishwasher. ● When drying clothes, do not overfill the machine. ● Ensure the dryer air vent is well-sealed from the outside. ● Use at night. Using dishwashers and clothes washers/dryers at night will keep the house cooler. Lighting and Other Electrical Equipment: ● Turn them off. Turn off lights, TVs, and other equipment when you leave a room. You’ll save electricity and generate less heat, meaning the air conditioner will run less. ● Use power strips. Even when turned off, electronic and other home office equipment can continue to consume electricity when plugged into the wall. Shutting off power at a power strip will eliminate this standby electricity consumption. ● Don’t leave bathroom or kitchen ventilation fans running longer than necessary; they replace inside air with outside air. Home Computers: ● Set monitors and computers to sleep mode when idle for more than a few minutes. This not only uses less energy, but is cooler and reduces the need to run air-conditioning. ● Turn machines completely off at a power strip when not in use. For more tips on Energy Conservation visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NaplesEnergyConservation/ or call DSN 626-1895 or Comm. 081-568-1865.

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SOUND OFF: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY?

CSC Eligio Santos “I’m all about sightseeing in Naples. I can’t get enough of its beautiful scenery.”

Gianni Fischetti “I like soccer, because of the Naples football (soccer) team. I also like movies – especially American movies. ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ is really good.”

MR2 Javier Terrones “I enjoy playing music in public with my guitar downtown Naples. I do it once or twice a month – not for the money – just the fun of it.”

Noah Nichols “I like boating, hiking and camping because I love to explore seas, rivers and mountains.”

CS1 Rafael Pascual “The snowboarding in Italy is nice, it’s powdered which is good.”

NAS Sigonella Firefighters Assist Local Town By NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

The Navy crew, along with crews from the Province of Catania, and Italian Civil Protection personnel from the City of Motta responded to the fire near the north side of the town. On Sunday evening, the base received a call from the Mayor of Motta asking for assistance in fighting fires near the town. Sigonella FES made the call that they would be able to send one truck and one command vehicle to assist while still being able to respond to any fires or emergencies that might come up on base. The Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, Capt. Brent Trickel, approved the request for assistance and Engine 11 got on their way. “We are committed to providing support to our local communities,” Trickel said of the FES efforts to support the town. NAS Sigonella sent four personnel on Engine 11 and one Senior Fire Officer in a command vehicle to the scene to see where they could be useful. The on-scene commander, one of the fire officers from Catania, assigned the Navy crew to the northern end of the fire line. After extinguishing the fire in that area, they were reassigned to fight the fire at a con-

struction material storage warehouse belonging to the company Edil Motta. This is the first time in over six years that the base has been called to fight a fire off of the installation. The NAS Sigonella personnel who responded to the fire were a mixed crew composed of two local national firefighters, two Sailors, and Assistant Fire Chief Lucas Lechtenberg, the Senior Fire Officer in charge of the group. “This is the first time that our crews and the Italian crews have worked together on a joint scene,” Lechtenberg said. “When we got there everyone knew what to do and got right to work. Firefighting is the same here in Italy as it is in the United States.” After about two hours on the scene, thanks to all of the crews working together, the fire had been extinguished and Engine 11 was able to pack up and head back to the base. On Monday 23 July, FES once again was asked to help fight another fire in Motta. This time the fire, although smaller, was much closer to the inhabited areas of the town. With Trickel’s approval, three vehicles were sent and six more firefighters from Sigonella got the opportunity to work with their local counterparts. “Though we won’t always be able to respond, we are very happy to assist when we can,” John Ogletree,

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Daniel Heard and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 1st Class Kira Edgehill, assigned to the Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Fire and Emergency Services Department, assist the Province of Catania fire department in fighting a fire near the town of Motta Sant’Anastasia. NAS Sigonella is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia. Photo by Assistant Fire Chief Lucas Lechtenberg

NAS Sigonella Acting Fire Chief said. “Of course the safety of the base and the success of NAS Sigonella’s mission comes first, but part of that is ensuring the surrounding areas also stay safe.” Due to its proximity to NAS Sigonella, Motta is a popular place for American personnel to live, and to frequent for shopping and dining. NAS Sigonella, “The Hub of the

Med,” is a U.S. Navy installation and an Italian Air Force base in Sicily, Italy. NAS Sigonella is the Navy’s second largest security command, second only to that located at Naval Support Activity Bahrain. Because of its location near the center of the Mediterranean Sea, NASSIG is well placed to support operations by the U.S. 6th Fleet, other U.S. military units, and U.S. allies and coalition partners.

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MORE THE INSIDE 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.

MWR Tickets and Travel Hosts Wine Tasting Tour to Porto di Mola Winery When most people think of Italy one of first things they want to experience are delicious Italian-based food and wine. About 35 community members had an opportunity to enjoy some of the local cultural treats when they toured the Porto di Mola Winery at the nearby town of Galluccio this past Saturday. The tour included a midday meal along with wine and then dessert at the end of the day. A variety of wine produced by the winery was available for purchase at the end of the tour. If you are interested in this or other tours available through Tickets and Travel visit www.navy.mwrnaples.com call DSN 629-7901 or comm. 081-811-7901. Photos by Gary Nichols

Boy Scout Troop 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center. For details email scoutmastertroop007@ gmail.com or visit: https://www.facebook. com/BSATroop007; https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop007Naples or https://www. troopwebhost.org/ FormHTML.aspx?site=Troop007Naples. Girl Scouts Overseas Naples is excited to support young leaders in action. We are much more than cookies; we show girls how to contribute positively in this world. From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning. For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts - Naples, Italy on Facebook. Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), Naples Chapter meets every second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. in the NSA Naples Chiefs Mess, near the quarterdeck in Admin I. CSADD’s mission is to create a culture in which our shipmates are helping shipmates maintain a course of success through good decision-making. For details call MC1 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249. The Naples Toastmasters Club provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests welcome. For details visit www.toastmasters.org or Toastmasters International on Facebook Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association is composed of First Class Petty Officers from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week on Wednesdays, alternating between Support Site and Capodichino. For details visit www.naplesareafcpoa.facebook.com or call LS1 Victor Villarmea at DSN 626-5480. Alcoholics Anonymous hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For details call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/ countries/italy.htm. Nato Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club is open to all interested players – men, women and children (512). Men’s rugby is Part of the Italian Rugby Union (FIR) and is contact rugby. Practice is every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Joint Force Command at Lago Patria. Women’s tag rugby practice is every Monday 5:30 p.m. at JFC. Children’s tag rugby practice is every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at JFC (January through April). For details call Mickael Pierrin or David Taylor at Comm. 081721-3222/3682 or visit our Facebook pages at NATO Lions RFC (Naples, Italy); NATO Lionesses Tag Rugby; or NATO Lion Cubs Tag Rugby. Harry S Truman Lodge No. 649 meets every second, third and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704-9607 or email gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit https://www.hst649.org

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MOVIE SCHEDULE No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies Friday, July 27 5:30 p.m. Ant-Man and the Wasp, PG-13 6:30 p.m. Ocean’s 8, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Superfly, R 9 p.m. Mission Impossible: Fallout, PG-13 Saturday, July 28 3 p.m. Incredibles 2, PG 5:30 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, PG 6:30 p.m. Skyscraper, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Mission Impossible: Fallout, PG-13 9 p.m. Uncle Drew, PG-13 Sunday, July 29 3 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, PG 5:30 p.m. Uncle Drew, PG-13 6:30 p.m. Mission Impossible: Fallout, PG-13 8 p.m. Ant-Man and the Wasp, PG-13 Monday, July 30 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, July 31 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, August 1 Noon Mission Impossible: Fallout, PG-13 5:30 p.m. Skyscraper, PG-13 7 p.m. Hereditary, R Thursday, August 2 5:30 p.m. Incredibles 2, PG 6:30 p.m. Ocean’s 8, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, PG-13

Ant-Man and the Wasp PG-13, Action-Adventure-Comics. 118 min. Cast: Evangeline Lilly, Hannah John-Kamen, Walton Goggins, Judy Greer and Paul Rudd. As Scott Lang balances being both a Super Hero and a father, Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym present an urgent new mission that finds the Ant-Man fighting alongside The Wasp to uncover secrets from their past. Hereditary Last Showing R, Horror-Thriller, 127 min. Cast: Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro, Gabriel Byrne, Milly Shapiro and Christy Summerhays. After the family matriarch passes away, a grieving family is haunted by tragic and disturbing occurrences, and begin to unravel dark secrets. Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation PG, Animation-Comedy, 85 min. Cast: Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, David Spade, Steve Buscemi and Fran Drescher. Mavis surprises Dracula with a family voyage on a luxury Monster Cruise Ship so he can take a vacation from providing everyone else’s vacation at the hotel. The rest of Drac’s Pack cannot resist going along. But once they leave port, romance arises when Dracula meets the mysterious ship Captain, Ericka. Now it’s Mavis’ turn to play the overprotective parent, keeping her dad and Ericka apart. Little do they know that his “too good to be true” love interest is actually a descendant of Abraham Van Helsing, ancient nemesis to Dracula and all other monsters. Incredibles 2 PG, Animation-Comedy, 126 min. Cast: Samuel L. Jackson, Sophia Bush, Holly

Hunter, Catherine Keener and Craig T. Nelson. Mr. Incredible is left to care for his infant son Jack-Jack while his wife Helen, Elastigirl, is out saving the world. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom PG-13, Action-Adventure-SciFi, 128 min. Cast: Bryce Dallas Howard, Chris Pratt, Ted Levine, Jeff Goldblum and Toby Jones. When the island’s dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen and Claire mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event. Mission Impossible: Fallout Premiere PG-13, Action-Adventure, 147 min. Cast: Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Henry Cavill and Simon Pegg. Ethan Hunt and his IMF team, along with some familiar allies, race against time after a mission gone wrong. Ocean’s 8 Last Showing PG-13, Action-Adventure-Drama, 105 Min. Cast: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Olivia Munn and Matt Damon. Danny Ocean’s estranged sister Debbie attempts to pull off the heist of the century at New York City’s star-studded annual Met Gala. Her first stop is to assemble the perfect crew: Lou, Rose, Daphne Kluger, Nine Ball, Tammy, Amita and Constance. Skyscraper PG-13, Action-Adventure, 103 min. Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Pablo Schreiber, Neve Campbell, Noah Taylor and Kevin Rankin. FBI

Hostage Rescue Team leader and U.S. war veteran Will Sawyer now assesses security for skyscrapers. On assignment in Hong Kong he finds the tallest, safest building in the world suddenly ablaze, and he’s been framed for it. A wanted man on the run, Will must find those responsible, clear his name and somehow rescue his family who are trapped inside the building ... above the fire line. Superfly R, Action-Crime-Thriller, 116 min. Cast: Trevor Jackson, Jason Mitchell, Lex Scott Davis, Jennifer Morrison and Kaalan Walker. With retirement on his mind, a successful young drug dealer sets up one last big job, while dealing with trigger-happy colleagues and the police. Uncle Drew Premiere PG-13, Comedy-Sports, 103 min. Cast: Kyrie Irving, Lil Rel Howery, Shaquille O'Neal, Chris Webber and Reggie Miller. After draining his life savings to enter a team in the Rucker Classic street ball tournament in Harlem, Dax (Lil Rel Howery) is dealt a series of unfortunate setbacks, including losing his team to his longtime rival (Nick Kroll). Desperate to win the tournament and the cash prize, Dax stumbles upon the man, the myth, the legend Uncle Drew (NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving) and convinces him to return to the court one more time. The two men embark on a road trip to round up Drew’s old basketball squad (Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Webber, Reggie Miller, Nate Robinson, and Lisa Leslie) and prove that a group of septuagenarians can still win the big one.

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

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Women, Infants, Children (Wic) Overseas Program is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. For deails call 081811-4962. Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. For details email naplesgs@yahoo.com. The Naples Area Second Class Petty Officer Association meets every other Tuesday in the Capodichino Theater at noon to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For details, call OS2 Joseph Cavallaro at DSN 6264545 or email joseph.cavallaro@eu.navy.mil or MA2 Jessalyn Harrison at DSN 626-2871 or jessalyn.harrison@eu.navy.mil Napoli Nation Fan Club is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. For details visit USASSCNapoli on Facebook. Connect the Tots is an organization for bringing together families with babies and toddlers to play and mingle. Monthly club events include themed parties, group outings off-base and playground meet-ups. For the latest on club events, join us on Facebook at Connect the Tots (CTT), Naples Italy.

MORE THE INSIDE PAGE Catholic Women Of The Chapel meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For details email cwocnaples@gmail.com or visit Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy on Facebook. Filipino-American Association of Naples, Italy meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Striker’s Bowling Alley. For details call Ely Santos at 081-811-4648 / DSN 629-4648 or visit Fil-Am Naples on Facebook. The U.S. Military Retiree Association of Southern Italy (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, visit the USMRA-SI at usmrasi.tripod.com or call Wylie Miller at 329-208-7315. The Naples Christian Homeschool Association meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond. For details email Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. Meditation Sitting Group meets on Mondays begins at 6 p.m. at the Support Site Chapel. Participation is free and newcomers are welcome. For details call the Chapel at DSN 629-4600.

University of Oklahoma Graduate Degrees The University of Oklahoma offers the master of human relations on-site graduate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For details call the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building. Register For On-Site Undergraduate Classes Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. Call UMUC Maryland at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College at 081-568-6761. Educational & Developmental Intervention Service Screenings Now Available Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. For details email Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz@med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil. The Knights Of Columbus, San Gennaro Council 14853, meets at noon on the first Wednesday of each month at the Support Site Chapel Offices. For details email Dana Eberlin at kofcnaples @gmail.com Carney Park Golf Association (CPGA) is a non-profit organization established for eligible Carney Park Golf Course patrons. The CPGA provides weekly social activities for all levels of golfer and often organize trips to other courses. Events are held every Saturday and Sunday. For details call 081-568-1749.

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

Latinos Unidos Welcomes New Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For details email michael.cortez@ eu.navy.mil or call 334-67710327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. navy.mil or call 081-811-5554.

Security Note: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. For details call the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

Cub Scout Pack 007 Does your son enjoy being outdoors, going on hikes, swimming and camping? The Naples Cub Scouts is an active program that is open to boys between kindergarten and fifth grade. Meetings and activities are three times per month. Boys can earn their way through the ranks of Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear and Webelos Scout. For details email naplescubmaster@ gmail.com or visit the Facebook Page: Naples Cub Scouts - Pack 007.

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SUNSET CRUISE From page 1 enjoy some typical Neapolitan treats such as Caprese (Mozarella buffalo cheese with cherry tomatoes), pizza with eggplant and Newcomers Jacob and Clarissa Bolin archeese, Bruschetta with Sorrento Beefsteak rived in Naples three months ago. They have only taken one other tour, and that was to the tomatoes, assorted fresh fruits and Frittata di Pasta (pasta pie), along with wine, water Amalfi Coast. and homemade chocolate swirl cake, by Tuc“The sunset tour is awesome, we love it,” cillo. Clarissa Bolin said. “It’s the first time we’ve Stephanie Burkhardt, who has been staspent any time in downtown Naples and it’s a tioned here for a year-and-a-half clearly enreal treat to see it from the water.” joyed the sunset cruise. “I think it’s very The tour circled Naples Bay several times relaxing” she said. “It’s the calmest thing I’ve taking in the beautiful views of castles, done since I’ve been here in Naples.” churches, the city skyline and of course, and The tour bus left Support Site at 6 p.m. and the ever-present Mount Vesuvius. the group returned at 10 p.m. “It’s a great Noah Grey, who has been in Naples for three years and traveled extensively was sur- tour, really unique and exclusive, and a great way to see Naples,” Tickets and Travel Direcprised at how different the sunset tour was tor Ann Klimas said. from anything else he has experienced so far. The next scheduled sunset cruise of Naples “It’s cool, I’ve never had pizza on a boat Bay will be in September. Klimas added that while looking at Mount Vesuvius,” he said. “I’ll be PCSing soon and I’ll miss having great if you are interested in this or other tours available through Tickets and Travel call experiences like this.” DSN 629-7901 or comm. 081-811-7901 or Not only did the passengers get to enjoy a www.navy.mwrnaples.com unique way of seeing Naples, they also go to NAVY COLLEGE SURVEY Page 1

Navy VOLED Director Ernest D’Antonio noted that constant process improvement is key to serving Sailor’s educational needs. “Over the past two years, we’ve made significant improvements to the Navy College Program’s customer service, and much of that was based on Sailor input,” D’Antonio said. “We’ve completely revamped the Navy College Program website, added customer-friendly improvements such as our mobile application, automated WebTA pro-

cessing, chat and troubleticket features, made self-service improvements in My Education and to NCP internal processes to ensure we are meeting Sailor’s high expectations in keeping with CNP’s transformation guidance. Any Sailor, CONUS or OCONUS, can use the survey link to provide feedback.” One measure of NCP success that has been identified by the customer satisfaction surveys is the number of times a Sailor has to contact the Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) in order to solve a problem. “According to our latest survey feedback, 80 percent of Sailors are able to resolve their issue with their first call to the NCVEC,” Squibb said. “That’s not perfect, but it’s a great indication that we’re moving in the right direction.” The link to the new NCP customer service opinion survey is: http://www.research.net/r/ NCVEC_CSAT_SURV_V2 Squibb also emphasized that Fleet survey responses are anonymous and their identification will not be shared. “The way this program works, combined with the way I send out the invitations, makes it impossible to identify a Sailor who prefers to remain anonymous,” Squibb. “If someone wants to receive a call-back from the NCVEC regarding an issue they raised in their response, they may

voluntarily include their contact information, but it’s not mandatory. We read all the comments, regardless of whether or not Sailors selfidentify, so their comments definitely will be reviewed for appropriate action.” More information can be found by visiting the Navy College Program website at http://www.navycollege.navy. mil/index.htm to help a Sailor start the education process, complete required training, submit a Help Request through the NCVEC, initiate a Live Chat session, or review knowledge management articles. The NCVEC can be reached toll free by calling 1877-838-1659; DSN 492-4684, Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST. An additional program, the United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) works closely with the Department of Labor to provide nationally-recognized apprenticeship programs that result in journeyman-level certificates of completion for members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. For more information about USMAP or to register for an apprenticeship, visit http://usmap.netc.navy.mil/us mapss/static/index.htm For the latest information about Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center visit http://www.netc.navy.mil/netc/ netpdc/Default.htm

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JOBS CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES (CHR) Customer service hours are: ● Monday through Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ● Thursday: 12:15 to 3 p.m. ● Friday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Customer service operation hours for the following services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-11 a.m. and from 1-3 p.m.: ● ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2) ● Work Certificates

U.S. POSITIONS USAJOBS WEBSITE: https://don.usajobs.gov IMPORTANT NOTICE: USAJOBS has implemented a new sign-in method using login.gov. This method increases the security of the USAJOBS system and allows individuals to use a single sign in for multiple government systems. Applicants, who have not created a login.gov account yet will be prompted to create one upon signing into USAJOBS All Department of Navy overseas US civilian positions aboard Naples and Gaeta commuting area will be posted on USAJOBS website. Not familiar with USAJOBS? Get started by creating an account at https://don.usajobs.gov. Once registered, you may customize your job searches, set up job alerts and store your resume and other essential employment documents online and be ready to apply for a job anytime. Already have an account on USAJOBS but have questions about applying for overseas positions, contact the DON Employee Intake Center for assistance at doneic@navy.mil The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS To find out what positions are currently open call our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or

Comm. 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, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thusday from 12:15 to 3 p.m. The announcements are also visible at the following link: https://cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/ job_openings/LocalNationalVacancies.html. Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the Security Pass and ID Office at Gricignano, Support Site, or at the Civilian Human Resources (CHR), Capodichino, Naples. The CHR Office must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The application form and instructions on how to apply for Local National positions have been revised. Applications that do not conform to the revised instructions will not be considered. CLOSING August 2, 2018 Quality Assurance Evaluator, Ua-1101-03 ANN#44308915794-PG, full Time Permanent. Mail Clerk, Ua-0305-06 KPP 05 ANN#4 0411-020229-TL, Full Time Permanent. CLOSING August 9, 2018 Office Automation Assistant, Ua-0326-05 ANN# 62588-020237-KM, Full Time Temporary (multiple positions). Office Automation Assistant, Ua-0326-05 ANN# 62588-020235-KM, Full Time Permanent. If you have any questions, contact the front desk at DSN 6265409 or Comm. 081-568-5409. You can also contact the Civilian Human Resources (CHR) Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will

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

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

NSA NAPLES U.S. NAF POSITIONS Recreation Assistant, NF0189-01/02, ANN#18-021 Flexible Part-Time, Fleet & Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy. Job summary: Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style. Open until filled. CYP Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#18-024, (Multiple Positions) Regular Full Time (Eligible for Post Allowance), CYP Divisions, CDC/Teens/Sac/ Youth Naples. Job summary: Provides appropriate develop-

mental 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, dayto-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Closing date: September 30, 2018. CYP Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#18-028, (Multiple Positions) Flexible Full Time, CYP Divisions, CDC/Teens/Sac/ Youth Naples. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting. Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Closing date: September 30, 2018. Food Service Worker, NA7408-02, ANN#18-019 flexible part time, 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. Open until filled. Cook/Food Service Worker, NA-7404-03 KPP 04, ANN# 18-052, (Multiple Positions) Flexible Full Time. Job summary: Performs a variety of food preparations and limited cooking tasks in a club and/or snack bar environment. Assists higher level food service worker or cook to perform a variety of tasks such as grilling/frying food, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required, regulating temperature and removing when done to specified temperature. Open until filled.

CYP Custodian, NA-3566-02, ANN#18-074, Regular Full Time (NTE 1 year), School Age Care Support Site. Job summary: The CYP Custodian will provide a variety of semiskilled labor and cleaning tasks for the CYP facilities which include Child Development Centers, School Age Care program, Youth Programs, Child Development Home offences and lending libraries. Closing date: September 30, 2018. CYP Cook, Na-7404-08 ANN# 18-073, Regular Part-Time (NTE 1 year), CDC Capodichino. Job summary: The CYP Cook performs various tasks or a sequence of tasks in food service preparation. Tasks consist of several steps that require attention to work operations and follow and established sequence of work. These tasks, which are summarized into categories related to food preparation and service, kitchen maintenance, and food storage. Closing date: September 30, 2018. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#18-108, Flexible PartTime, Golf Course Div., Carney Park. Job summary: Provide outstanding customer service to the golfing community and assistance to the Golf Course Professional/Manager in the day-to-day golf operational duties. Open until filled. Recreation Aid (Theater), NF-0189-01, ANN#18-206, Flexible Part-Time, Support Site. Job summary: The purpose of this position is to perform duties independently in the ticket office and/or the snack bar in accordance with prescribed practices and general directions at the theater. Open until filled. Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN#18-14, (Seasonal positions) Flexible Part-Time,

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JOBS from page 12 Aquatics Division, MWR Support Site and Carney Park Pool. Job summary: Works as safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. Open until filled. Administrative Assistant, NF-0189-02, ANN#18-218, Regular Full-time, MWR. This position is located at Carney Park. The individual will serve as the Administrative Assistant to the Park Director. The purpose of the position is to perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties in an office setting. Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#18-219, Flexible Parttime, MWR Support Site and Carney Park. The incumbent is involved in one or more recreational activities such as military or community center activities; youth activities; outdoor recreation; craft and hobby shop; athletics, fitness and sports programs; music and theater and/or other similar MWR recreational services. The purpose of this position is to provide oversight to activities and necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information on the use of equipment. Tasks include but are not limited to: Providing information concerning facilities and operation; ensuring adherence to regulations and safety procedures; monitoring and checking the security of premises; assisting in maintaining routine reports and/or performing clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties as needed; operating a cash register, receiving payments, making change; and performing other related duties as assigned. Open until filled.

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Tel. 081-568-7884

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.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES USO Seeking Center Operations Specialists USO Naples is searching for enthusiastic Center Operations Specialists to support carrying out the USO mission in the community and take great care of our service members and their families. This position is open to U.S. ID Card Holders. Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration. For details email spullido@uso.org or visit www.uso.org/careers or call DSN 626-2914. Chapel Seeking Coordinator of Catholic Religious Education NSA Naples is seeking a Coordinator of Catholic Religious Education. The successful candidate will be directly responsible for providing Catholic Religious Education programming from preK through adult. Candidates must be in good standing with the Catholic Church and an active member of the NSA Naples Catholic Chapel community. The contract will begin October 1, 2018. For details email Chaplain Dietz at peter.dietz@eu.navy.mil

MORE BASE NOTES July 31: Catacombs of Naples Tour for Newly Arrived Teens Naples CYP, Student-2-Student (S2S) and Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) is offering A Tour of Italy: Catacombs of Naples on July 31 for all new teens arriving in Naples. All teens are welcome to sign up for these trips/programs, even if you are not a newcomer. Teens must register for each event at the Teen Center prior to the event. For details call the School Liaison Officer at DSN 629-6549 or Comm. 081-811-6549.

Now-Aug. 24: Summer Reading is Big Fun with ‘Reading Takes You Everywhere’ Join the MWR libraries for another free fun summer reading adventure. Program is open to children three to 17 years. Pick up your starter kit and book log at the Support Site Library for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party. There will be lots of games, balloon art, face painting and neat prizes beginning at 11 a.m. For details call DSN 629-4361 or Comm. 081-811-4361.

Aug. 1-31: NMCRS Thrift Shop Hours The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Thrift Shop will be open for donations Monday and Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout August; and will be open for shopping on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The NMCRS Thrift Shop is 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. Authorized patrons include U.S. DOD and JFC ID card holders. For details call DSN 626-3913 or 629-4200 or visit https://www.facebook.com/NavyMarineCorpsReliefSocietyNaples/

Now-Aug. 28: Bowling in the Morning for Kids Youth under 18 years are invited to a free game of bowling and shoe rental at the Strikers Bowling Center each morning from 10 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. For details call DSN 629-4900. Restricted use of School Field The DoDEA Naples Schools’ football field use is limited and subject to the approval of Naples Schools’ administration. Personal use of the track is permitted when not in use by Naples Schools. For details call DSN 6297623/7501 or Comm. 081-8117623/7501.

Now to Aug. 3: Summer Registration at DoDEA Schools The main offices of Naples Elementary School (NES) and Naples Middle High School (NMHS) are open to accept new student registrations now through August 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. For details call NMHS at Comm. 081-8117500 or NES at 081-811-7623 or DSN 629-4037.

School Meal Program Applications Apply for free or reduced school lunch for school year 2018-2019 at Naples Elementary or Naples Middle/High School and Fleet Family Support Center. To see if you qualify, visit https://www.fns.usda.gov/school-meals/ income-eligibility-guidelines or email the School Liaison Officer at naplesslo@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 629-6549 or Comm. 081-811-6549.

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Swimming and Water Safety for Young Children From the National Institutes of Health

Most young children love being in or around water, whether it’s a backyard pool or a local beach. But without proper safety measures, water can be dangerous for young children. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death among children aged one to four years. Babies and toddlers drown most often at home, either in bathtubs or swimming pools, so it’s vitally important to keep an eye on children when they are around water. Will Swimming Lessons Help Protect my Child in the Water? Swimming lessons for children younger than four years of age aren’t effective at preventing drowning. At this age, children aren’t old enough to learn water safety, or how to react in an emergency situation. All young children, especially preschoolers, should be supervised by an adult when they are around water. When Should My Child Take Swimming Lessons? There isn’t much research on exactly when young children are ready to learn how to swim. At least one study says that children don’t have the skills they need to swim until they are four years old, even if

the lessons are started at a younger age. Children should be at least four years old before they take part in formal swimming lessons. If you want to get your young child involved in other organized water activities, look for programs that help build confidence in your child and educate you about water safety. Water Safety Tips ● Never leave your child alone near water, whether it’s a pool or the bathtub. Children can drown in as little as one-and-a-half of water. ● Home swimming pools should be surrounded on all sides by gates that are self-closing and self-latching from the inside. The gate latch should be above the reach of children and locked when not in use. ● Government-approved personal flotation devices should be used by all young children and other children who cannot swim. ● Toddlers and infants should be within an arm’s length of an adult when they’re around water (pools, bathtubs, beaches, etc). ● Infants who are placed in water must be held by an adult at all times. ● Parents and pool owners should get training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). They should also have an emergency action plan.

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

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July 27: Mid-Summer Night Wine Tasting (adults only). . . . €55 July 28: The Island of Procida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €78 July 29: Amalﬁ by Boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €55 Aug. 3: Ravello in the Evening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €35 Aug. 4: Mid Summer’s Night Wine Tasting (adults only) . €55 Aug. 5: Ruins of Herculaneum and Wine Tasting Lunch. . €45 Aug. 10: Bourbon Tunnel and Pizza Dinner . . . . . . . . . . . . €40 Aug. 11: Positano and Amalﬁ by Boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €64 Aug. 12: Angel Caves of Pertosa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €54 Aug. 17: Wine and Dine in a Cave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €55 Wine tasting tours are for adults only

EXTENDED TOURS Sept 1-3: Labor Day weekend in Ischia. . . . . . . . . . . €255 Oct. 4-7: Oktoberfest in Munich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €489 Oct. 8-14: The Grand Scenic Ireland Tou . . . . . . . . . . €1430 Oct. 29-Nov. 2:Halloween in Transylvania. . . . . . . . . . . . . €968 Nov. 9-11: Veteran’s Day Shopping Bonanza in Nove €199 Nov. 11-12: Wine Roads of Siena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €187 Nov. 22-25: Thanksgiving in Krakow Poland . . . . . . . . €690 Nov. 23-25: Thanksgiving in Tuscany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €299 Dec. 13-16: Christmas Markets in Northern Italy . . . . . €375 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 6265112) or delivered in person to the Public Affairs Office, Capodichino, Admin I, Room 208. No other form of submission will be accepted. • To renew for the following week call 081-568-5856/5907 (DSN 626-5856/ • 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 TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340-577-5239 or tel. 081-891-1489.

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