Panorama November 30, 2018

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NATO Secretary General Visits JFC Naples

By U.S. Air Force Captain Kylee Ashton

The NATO Secretary General visited Allied Joint Force Command Naples November 23 to meet with Naples leadership to discuss various JFC Naples and NATO objectives.

Welcomed by Adm. James Foggo, commander of JFC Naples, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and Foggo met to discuss three main topics: the NATO Strategic Direction South Hub, the NATO Mission in Iraq and NATO’s role in the Balkans.

JFC Naples is in the lead for these three activities and the Secretary General was given a comprehensive briefing on all three areas.

His visit comes at an appropriate time as JFC Naples just concluded the command post portion of Exercise Trident Juncture, the certifying exercise to head NATO Response Force 2019. The Secretary General was deeply impressed with how JFC Naples con-

Blended Retirement System Enrollment Period Ends December 31 From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg (left) is briefed by Admiral James Foggo, commander of Allied Joint Force Command Naples (middle), and Lieutenant General Christian Juneau, deputy commander of JFC Naples (right), on JFC Naples process on November 23 in Naples. 1918. Photo by Maître Sebestien Laurent

ducted and completed the exercise with its commitment and professionalism.

The Secretary General took part in a medal ceremony before visiting

NATO’s Regional Hub for the South, based at the Joint Force Command.

While at the Southern Hub Stoltenberg was given a briefing about the

work of the Hub and met with staffers at the new facility.

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USS Donald Cook Begins Eighth Patrol in 6th Fleet AOR The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) departs Naval Station Rota, Spain, November 19, 2018. Donald Cook, forward-deployed to Rota, is on its eighth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. Donald Cook is a multi-mission surface combatant capable of conducting exercises and operations in areas such as anti-submarine warfare and ballistic missile defense.

While on patrol, Donald Cook will engage with NATO allies and partners to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to strengthening ties, and to promote peace and stability in the region. U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ford Williams

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Navy issued a reminder to Sailors eligible to opt-in to the Blended Retirement System (BRS) that the BRS enrollment period ends December 31, in NAVADMIN 280/18.

Sailors can enroll in BRS via MyPay at https://mypay.dfas.mil/. Optin eligible Sailors who decide not to enroll in BRS will remain in the current “legacy” retirement system.

Command leaders are responsible for ensuring opt-in eligible service members are prepared to make an informed financial decision prior to the closure of the opt-in window. Once a Sailor elects to enroll in BRS that decision is permanent.

NAVADMIN 280/18 provides instructions for command career counselors or command pay and personnel administrators to generate a BRS Eligibility report from Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) for their command. This report can help commands in reaching out to their eligible Sailors, to ensure they have the information they need to make their decision.

According to the NAVADMIN, not all Sailors who have opted into BRS are making contributions to their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) account, so they are not receiving government matching funds. Sailors are encouraged to talk with their command financial specialist or a financial counselor to review their budget options to maximize their TSP contributions.

Sailors can find complete BRS information on the Department of Defense BRS web page at https://militarypay.defense.gov/blendedretirement/.

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PANoRAMA November 30, 2018

CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Todd Abrahamson NSA Naples Commanding Officer

he Winter T Holiday Season is here as we all come back from Thanksgiving leave. With that come the various holiday parties commands will be holding to celebrate together with shipmates, co-workers, and friends. I want to thank all of our tenant commands on behalf of my security team for getting us your antiterrorism plans and performing the coordination necessary to ensure we enjoy the holidays safely and securely. In the interest of safety, I also want to talk about the great resources we have available here in Naples during and beyond the holiday season. Chief among these is our Tipsy Taxi service, funded by the Naples Area Chief’s Mess. If you ever find yourself in a tough situation where you can’t drive home, don’t hesitate to call our NSA Naples Command Duty Officer at 335-825-7986 to use this service. Transportation will be arranged for you and you’ll be driven home safely. You won’t have to worry about payment until the next day. Remember, it’s never OK to drink and drive, and a 20, 50 or even 100 euro cab ride always beats a DUI. December also brings a very important deadline that applies to many active-duty members. If you haven’t done so already and are eligible, now is the time to make the final decision whether or not to switch to the Blended Retirement System (BRS). This is a significant change from previous military retirement benefits, and that’s why we’ve all received a great deal of training on it. If you’re still not sure, please contact your command’s financial specialist as soon as possible. Again, this is a big change and it’s important that we as service members take an active role in planning our careers. The deadline to opt in or out of the BRS is December 31st. You can learn more by visiting https://militarypay.defense.gov/blendedretirement/ Lastly, we’ve had some feedback from economy residents and families with children in non-DOD schools regarding notifications from the base. We absolutely make every effort to keep the installation community informed on matters that affect you, but we do have limitations as far as what we can speak to and what information we have at our disposal. NSA Naples puts a great deal of effort into informing our community about any changes in base services, and we partner actively with DoDEA and other tenant command leadership to keep apprised of their operations. For information regarding topics like non-DOD school operations, foul weather effects on the town you live in, or any other off-base entities, personnel should also monitor announcements and notices from local authorities. And whether it is information being put out by NSA Naples, a tenant command, or outside entities, I want to make sure everyone in our community feels empowered to take an active role in keeping themselves informed.

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 2018 Recommended USPS Holiday Mailing Dates to Mailing to CONUS From APO/FPO/DPO AE Zips 090 to 098 - Priority Express Mail Military Service: NLT December 17 - First Class & Priority Mail: NLT December 11 Effective Immediately: Temporary USNH Naples Physical Therapy Staffing Shortage The Physical Therapy Clinic at the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will begin referring new retiree and civilian employee (and their dependents) patients to the Italian care network due to a shortage in provider staffing. Active duty service members and their families (including NATO) will not be affected by this change. This is a temporary measure and the Physical Therapy Clinic will revert to normal practices once full staffing is restored. Individuals seeking physical therapy should continue to register through the Support Site Physical Therapy front desk. We apologize for the inconvenience and encourage all current and/or prospective physical therapy patients to call DSN 629-6183 or Comm.

081-811-6183 if they have any questions.

Nov. 30: Holiday Village and Tree Lighting at Support Site Join MWR for the annual Holiday Village and Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 30 at Support Site Village Forum Courtyard from 3 to 10 p.m.

Other activities will include a holiday market, 3K Ugly Sweater Run, amusement rides, food and beverages, and performances by Naples Middle High School and Naples Elementary School band and choir, along with special guest, American Idol Winner Phillip Phillips.

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Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus will be provided by Naples Elementary School PTA. For details call DSN 6294459 or Comm. 081-811-4459.

Nov. 30: Ugly Sweater 3K Run at Support Site Join MWR for the 3rd Annual Ugly Sweater 3K Run November 30 at Support Site Village Forum Courtyard, in conjunction with the Tree Lighting event. The best “Ugly” sweaters will be awarded.

Registration begins November 12; with registration also held on the day of the run, beginning at 4 p.m. Small registration fee required. For details call DSN 629-6604 or Comm. 081-811-6604.

Dec. 1: Support Site Power Outages Scheduled power outages at Support Site will be carried out to support the installation’s annual Electrical Substation Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI). Housing will post flyers on each residential building so residents know when the outages listed below will impact them. Please read these outage flyers to understand when your building will be affected. Scheduled date for power outages is December 1, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For details call Public Works at DSN 626-4981 or Comm. 081-568-4981.

Dec. 1: Mt. Somma Crest Trek with Outdoor Recreation Outdoor Recreation is hosting a hike along the crest of Mt. Somma and enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Naples and surrounding areas. Cost includes round-trip transportation from Support Site. For details call Outdoor Recreation at DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-811-4947.

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PANoRAMA November 30, 2018

ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS COMPILED BY TERESA MEROLA NSA NAPLES PUBLIC AFFAIRS

2017 Record Year for Italian Tourism The Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) said that the year 2017 was a record year for Italian tourism with tourist presence up 5.3 percent at 123 million, with growth above the European Union average. German foreign tourists in Italy were at the top of the list followed by French, English and U.S. with quotas of around 3 percent each.

Leaning Tower of Pisa Not Leaning So Much Now The Leaning Tower is Pisa is a little more stable, according to a group of researchers who monitor the monument. The tower lost four centimeters (about 1.5 inches) in the past 20 years. A group of engineers have worked over the last few years to develop a plan to save the national icon. The group, funded by a non-profit organization, decided to take some dirt from under one side of the tower and attach heavy weights onto the tower itself to try to correct the lean. The tower currently leans 13 feet off center, so tourists aren’t likely to notice the inch and a half difference. Engineers said that it would be stable for at least 200 years, but it will never be straight.

Police Arrest Crime Boss in Naples Italian police arrested one of the most wanted fugitive crime syndicate in an apartment in Mugnano, on the outskirts of Naples on Tuesday. Police said they found ‘pizzini’ (small piece of paper for high-level communications) command orders and a sauna in his hideout. Antonio Orlando, 60, had been on the run for 15 years. Investigators accused him of trafficking large amounts of drugs and he had been charged with two warrants of precautionary prison custody. The timing of

the raid was of great importance – according to investigators – since Orlando was not intending to stay in the apartment for long.

The Minister of the Interior thanked the police forces and investigators.

Christmas Market at National Railway Museum of Pietrarsa Opens Sunday One of the most interesting Christmas markets to see this season in Naples will be at the National Railway Museum of Pietrarsa.

From December 2 to 21, the evocative museum will be transformed into the city of Christmas, giving visitors unforgettable emotions. The lights of the Mercatino will make the whole Museum shine in a magical atmosphere. This is the museum where the Italian railway history began: On October 3, 1839, during the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, Italy’s first railway track was inaugurated from Naples to Portici. Pietrarsa was the first Italian factory to produce locomotives, rails and rolling stock. It was closed at the end of 1975, and became the home of the museum. The museum and the Christmas market are open Monday to Friday from 4 to 11 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Ticket prices are 8 euro for adults and 5 euro for children, age 4-12.

First Festival of Street Art to Kick Off in 2019 Street artists and young Neapolitans will work together to decorate Naples during the first Festival of social street art scheduled to take place during the year to decorate some districts of the city. The program will mark the International day for the rights of youths 2018-2019 and involved about 1,700 children and teenagers who will be guided by 220 educators and social operators. The festival is promoted by the welfare councilor’s office of the city of Naples.

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THE INSIDE PAGE 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. 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.

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

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

More “Inside Page” on Page 7

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HISTORY: BIRTH OF CHAPLAIN CORPS From Naval History and Heritage Command

On November 28, 1775, the Navy Chaplain Corps was born.

Throughout the Navy’s 243year history, the Chaplain Corps has provided ministry and counseling services to Sailors and Marines wherever they serve.

The Navy Chaplain Corps comprises more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups – including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others – who tend to the spiritual, physical, and emotional welfare of all military members and their families, regardless of their faith.

Chaplains offer everything from faith leadership to personal advice to much-needed solace. All while living up to the guiding principles of the Chaplain Mission: ● Providing religious ministry and support to those of your own faith ● Facilitating the religious requirements of those from all faiths ● Caring for all service members and their families, including those subscribing to no specific faith ● Advising the command in ensuring the free exercise of religion On November 28, 1775, the Continental Congress recognized the importance of religion by implementing the “Rules

for the Regulation of the Navy of the United Colonies of North America,” which required that religious services be performed on Continental Congress ships.

Chaplains provide a wide range of programs and services that are crucial to sustaining the readiness and resiliency of Navy personnel and their families. They aid military and civilian personnel by building partnerships with command and local human service providers such as Ombudsmen, family readiness groups, Fleet and Family Support Centers, the Red Cross, food banks and clergy associations.

From the earliest battles waged by the Continental Navy to the current conflicts, Navy Chaplains have put themselves in harm’s way to minister to Sailors, Marines, DoD civilians, and their families. No matter the environment, whether on the high seas, on land, in the jungles or desert, members of the Chaplain Corps stand with service members in every capacity – in some circumstances laying down their lives for their comrades in service of spiritual ministry.

These exceptionally devoted men and women have provided our service members with the moral strength, compassionate care, inspirational leadership, and deep faith to maintain constant readiness and accomplish any mission.

SPOTLIGHT: ROCCO MEROLA Rocco Merola, a Financial Management Analyst for Commander Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (CNREURAFSWA) was recently awarded as the Junior Civilian of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2018 for his superior service to the U.S. Navy.

He also earned a letter of appreciation for his “astonishing expertise” in developing action plans and organizing essential logistical support for an Oversight Review Team from the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy Operations Management Division earlier this year.

This was the second time Merola received the honor of being selected as Civilian of the Quarter.

The first time was in 2015 when he was presented the award by Rear Adm. Jack Scorby.

“I am proud to work for the U.S. Navy and to be part of Commercial Bill Paying Office and contribute to the CNREURAFSWA Navy mission of supporting the war fighter,” Merola said. “Our great team does its best to perform our office duties on a daily basis. And, perhaps more importantly, we help each other when we need to.”

A native of Naples, Merola, has traveled extensively throughout Europe and the United States.

With most of his family residing in the United States, it’s no surprise that over the past three decades he has spent a lot of time vacationing there, including six “unforgettable” weeks in 1995 celebrating his honeymoon with his new bride Anna Maria.

Merola explained that the U.S. is his favorite country to explore.

Not only does most of his family reside there, but also because of the sense of freedom he has felt whenever he has visited the United States.

“I believe that the American Dream is still alive and can be realized if you work hard,” Merola said. He also added that working with the U.S. Navy at Capodichino

has helped him to realize his own version of the American dream here in Italy.

Merola began his career with the U.S. Navy at the Navy Exchange Service Center Europe (NEXCENEUR) accounting office in 1991. NEXCENEUR awards and administers the 6th Fleet Concessionaire Contracts established with European and Middle Eastern vendors.

In 1997 Merola transferred to CNREURAFSWA Regional Commercial Bill Paying Office (Comptroller), where he presently works.

He said his proudest moments were when he was selected to become a Financial Management Analyst earlier this year and also elected to be vice president of the Italian Command Organization’s Welfare and Recreation Association (WRA) in 2008.

When not at work, Merola is busy volunteering at his Church in various capacities, notably as a member of the Caritas (a nonprofit group dedicated to helping those in need) and as the official Church photographer covering special events. When he is not behind the camera documenting Church activities (like when Naples’ Cardinal visited his parish recently), he is relaxing at home puttering around the house or watching his favorite shows on television with his son Michele.

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OCTOBER 2018 BIRTHS October 2, 2018 Naomi Grace Melzer 7 pounds 11.8 ounces, daughter of Marie M. Melzer and Lt. Cmdr. Jonathan M. Melzer October 6, 2018 Emerson Amelia Colliver 8 pounds 13 ounces, daughter of Melissa S. Colliver and ET1 Christopher J. Colliver October 7, 2018 Oliver Dante Zamora 7 pounds 10 ounces, son of Anna M. Zamora and PO2 Alonso M. Zamora October 8, 2018 Destiny Hope McKnight 7 pounds 10.8 ounces, daughter of Dionne M. McKnight and Lt. Diego S. McKnight October 8, 2018 Dante Robert Martinez 8 pounds 8 ounces, son of Lt. Cmdr.

Brooke T. Martinez and Christopher R. Martinez

October 13, 2018 Elise Carina Henne 8 pounds 6.4 ounces, daughter of Rachel C. Henne and Lt. Cmdr. Austin L. Henne October 25, 2018 Nathan Andrew Azcona 9 pounds 1 ounce, son of PO2 Cristina Azcona October 26, 2018 Tallulah Gwynonwen Ermer 8 pounds 4 ounces, daughter of MU2 Glencora M. Ermer and Charles K. Ermer October 31, 2018 Aurora June Pickles 8 pounds 8 ounces, daughter of Abigail L. Pickles and Sgt. Adam M. D. Pickles

Nominations for Leadership Award Sought

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

● Dec. 3-7: Command Financial Specialist Course, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec. 4: Interview Skills, 9 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec. 5: Couponing Workshop, 1 to 2 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec. 6: Post-Deployment Brief, 8 to 9 a.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec. 6: Lunch Bunch Class, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Naples Elementary School. ● Dec. 7: Christmas Alley Trip, 8:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at Capo Alibus stop. ● Dec. 7: Command Financial Specialist Forum, 1 to 2 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec. 10: Command Financial Specialist Refresher, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. ● Dec. 10-14: TGPS Pre-Separation 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 Five Tips to Help You Stay Warm this Winter From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

The Navy’s Office of Inclusion and Diversity is accepting nominations for the 2019 Captain Joy Bright Hancock and Master Chief Anna Der-Vartanian Leadership Awards, per NAVADMIN 276/18, which was recently released.

The annual awards recognize the inspirational leadership of selected Sailors whose ideals and dedication foster an inclusive culture by reinforcing the integral role of women in the Navy.

There are five award categories: senior officer (O-4 to O-6), junior officer (O-1 to O-3), chief warrant officer and limited duty officer (CWO2 to O-3E), senior enlisted (E-7 to E-9) and junior enlisted (E-5 to E-6). Nominations are not gender-restrictive and are open to both active-duty and reserve Sailors.

Nominees should be mature leaders who have shown exceptional leadership over the span of their career and have persevered to overcome challenges while serving. They should have demonstrated inspirational and innovative leadership, both on and offduty, as well as professional accomplishments and community involvement.

Candidates must be nominated by their commanding officer (CO) or officer-incharge (OIC) and must receive an endorsement from the nominating command’s immediate superior in command (ISIC). An ISIC can only endorse and forward one nomination for each category.

Nomination packages must include: ● ISIC endorsement ● Commanding Officer or Officer in Charge endorsement ● Nomination write-up limited to two pages ● Nominee’s biography limited to one page

● Most recent official military photo in uniform ● Command point of contact’s name, email address and phone number Commands can find a nomination template at https://www.public.navy.mil/bupersnpc/support/inclusion/awards/Pages/Hancoc kAwards.aspx.

Submit nominations via encrypted email to Senior Chief Kristina Koch at kristina.koch@navy.mil. Mailed nomination packages will not be accepted. The deadline for submitting nominations is February 17, 2019.

For complete information on the awards and details on how to submit nominations read NAVADMIN 276/18 at www.npc.navy.mil.

For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/.

1. Spruce up The Fireplace: First, consider replacing your inefficient woodburning fireplace with a more efficient wood stove or gas insert. It can turn your fireplace from a pretty--but high–maintenance – feature into a viable way to heat your home. Converting your fireplace will not only save you on monthly heating costs, it could even put money back in your pocket.

2. Reverse Your Fan: In the summertime a fan is a wonderful way to keep cool, but your fan can also help circulate warm air in the winter. When you reverse the direction of your fan (there's a little switch on the motor housing), the fan will push warm air downward and recirculate it through the room. To ensure your fan is spinning in the correct direction, set it so the blades are spinning clockwise when you look up.

3. Prep Your Lawn for Hibernation: Landscaping can save you energy if properly cared for and planned. Windbreaks can help block the cold winter wind and keep your home warmer.

A wall or fence, evergreen trees, and shrubs planted on the north, west, and east sides of your home can be most effective in creating a windbreak and reducing heating costs.

4. Air Seal Then Insulate: Reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of your home is a cost-effective way to cut heating and cooling costs, improve durability, increase comfort, and create a healthier indoor environment. Caulking and weather stripping are two simple and effective air-sealing techniques that offer quick returns on investment, often one year or less.

5. Windows: Your windows do more than provide a view of snow-covered yards. They also provide a barrier to the cold.

Windows with low-e coating reduce heat loss and even reflect back part of the room's heat. Installing storm windows can also reduce heat loss through windows by approximately 10 to 20 percent.

For more tips on Energy Conservation call Gennaro Gargiulo or Steelworker 2nd Class Axel Gomez at DSN 626-1895 or Comm. 081-568-1865.

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PANoRAMA November 30, 2018

SOUND OFF: HAVE YOU STARTED CHRISTMAS SHOPPING?

CTT1 Ryan Vossbrink “Technically, yes. I ordered a bunch of stuff from Amazon for a few friends. I have no clue what I’m going to get my family yet.”

ABH1 Leonard Orina “I started on Black Friday.

I still have a little left to do but I’m almost done.”

HM3 Anthony Ermeri “No. I’m leaving next week so I have to wait until I get back to the states.”

YNC Theodore Doyen “Yes. I’ve already bought most of my presents. I’ll be buying the rest in a couple days.”

YN2 Danny Santana “No. I’m an Amazon Prime last minute shopper.”

Dunford: Great Power Strategy Affects DOD Priorities, Allocations

By Jim Garamone

Great power competition will require changes to DOD funding priorities and allocations to maintain America’s competitive advantage, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said at the Halifax (Nova Scotia) International Security Forum recently.

Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, center, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was interviewed

by BBC World News presenter Yalda Hakim during the forum.

Dunford said great power competition among the United States, China and Russia is a reality and that the United States must change the funding and development trajectory moving forward.

In 2018, the U.S. military “can defend the homeland and we have a competitive advantage over any potential adversary,” the chairman told Hakim during the interview.

But that can change.

“If we don’t change the trajectory that we have been on, if we don’t have sustained predictable, adequate levels of funding, [and] if we don’t look carefully at those areas where we are challenged … than whoever is in my job in 2023 and 2024 … will probably not have the same confi-

Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, center, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is interviewed by BBC World News presenter Yalda Hakim during the Halifax International Security Forum, which was recently held in Nova Scotia. Dunford provided insight on the shift toward great power competition in the most recent U.S. National Defense Strategy and the steps the U.S. military is taking to maintain its technological competitive advantage. Photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro

dence in their ability to meet alliance commitments,” Dunford said.

Military Advantages That future military advantage

hinges on the United States being able to project power and operate across domains of warfare. This advantage, Dunford said, has eroded over the past 15

years as the U.S. military focused on dealing with violent extremism.

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

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

PWD Annual Tree Fall Trimming Onboard Capodichino Public Works Department (PWD) Naples trims trees along the Capodichino spine onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples. This annual event is carried out by Public Works each fall as part of their recurring efforts to maintain NSA Naples at inspection-ready levels.

PWD is the installation’s facilities lifecycle experts, responsible and accountable for the effectiveness and efficiency of the shore establishment. They strive to maintain current readiness and achieve future capabilities of the installation through proactive, quality-focused, and cost efficient delivery of facilities engineering services. Photo by Gary Nichols

NATO SECRETARY GENERAL VISITS JFC

During the Brussels Summit in July, NATO leaders declared the Southern Hub fully operational. It helps the Alliance to improve its awareness and understanding of challenges from the South, and to work with NATO partners to counter those challenges through information sharing and assessments of potential threats.

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The Hub cooperates with different groups, including non-governmental organizations and academic institutions.

The mission of Allied Joint Force Command Naples is to prepare for, plan and conduct military operations in order to preserve the peace, security and territorial integrity of Alliance member states throughout SACEUR’s Area of Responsibility (AOR) and beyond.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nato Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club is open to all interested players – men, women and children (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, November 30 5:30 p.m. The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, PG 6:30 p.m. Halloween, R 8:30 p.m. Bohemian Rhapsody, PG-13

Saturday, December 1 3 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch, PG 5 p.m. Ralph Breaks the Intern PG 5:30 p.m. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, PG-13 8 p.m. Creed II, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Nobody’s Fool, R

Sunday, December 2 3 p.m. Ralph Breaks the Intern et, PG 5:30 p.m. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, PG-13 7 p.m. Bohemian Rhapsody, PG-13

Monday, December 3 Closed, No Movies

Tuesday, December 4 Closed, No Movies

Wednesday, December 5 5:30 p.m. Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween, PG 6:30 p.m. Creed II, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Hunter Killer, R

Thursday, December 6 5:30 p.m. The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, PG 6:30 p.m. First Man, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Halloween, R

Bohemian Rhapsody Premiere PG-13, Biography-Drama-Music, 134 min.

Cast: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee, Ben Hardy and Joseph Mazzello. A chronicle of the years leading up to Queen’s legendary appearance at the Live Aid (1985) concert.

Creed II PG-13, Drama-Sport, 120 min. Cast: Tessa Thompson, Sylvester Stallone, Michael B. Jordan, Dolph Lundgren and Russell Hornsby. Under the tutelage of Rocky Balboa, newly crowned light heavyweight champion Adonis Creed faces off against Viktor Drago, the son of Ivan Drago Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch PG, Animation-Comedy-Family, 90 min.

Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Rashida Jones, Angela Lansbury, Kenan Thompson and Cameron Seely. A grumpy Grinch plots to ruin Christmas for the village of Whoville.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald PG-13, Adventure-Family-Fantasy, 134 min.

Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Jude Law and Johnny Depp. The second installment of the “Fantastic Beasts” series set in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World featuring the adventures of magizoologist Newt Scamander.

First Man Last Showing PG-13, Action-Adventure, 141 min.

Cast: Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke, Pablo Schreiber and Christopher Abbott. A Biopic on the life of the legendary American Astronaut Neil Armstrong from 1961-1969, on his journey to becoming the first human to walk the moon. Exploring the sacrifices and costs on the nation and Neil himself, during one of the most dangerous missions in the history of space travel.

Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween Last Showing PG, Adventure-Comedy-Family, 120 min.

Cast: Jack Black, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Madison Iseman, Ken Jeong and Chris Parnell. Halloween comes to life in a comedy adventure based on R.L. Stine’s 400million-selling series of books.

Halloween R, Horror-Thriller, 109 min. Cast: Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, James Jude Courtney and Nick Castle.

Laurie Strode comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago.

Hunter Killer R, War-Action-Adventure, 121 min. Cast: Ethan Baird, Jacob Scipio, Dempsey Bovell, Henry Goodman and Adam James. An untested American submarine captain teams with U.S. Navy Seals to rescue the Russian president, who has been kidnapped by a rogue general.

Nobody’s Fool Premiere R, Comedy-Drama, 110 min. Cast: Tika Sumpter, Tiffany Haddish, Missi Pyle, Courtney Henggeler and Omari Hardwick. A woman is released from prison and reunites with her sister. She soon discovers that her sister is in an online relationship with a man who may not be what he seems.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms PG, Adventure-Family-Fantasy, 99 min. Cast: Mackenzie Foy, Keira Knightley, Helen Mirren, Morgan Freeman and Jack Whitehall. A young girl is transported into a magical world of gingerbread soldiers and an army of mice.

Ralph Breaks the Internet PG, Animation-Adventure-Comedy, 112 min.

Cast: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Gal Gadot, Taraji P. Henson and Jack McBrayer.

Six years after the events of “Wreck-It Ralph,” Ralph and Vanellope, now friends, discover a Wi-Fi router in their arcade, leading them into a new adventure.

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

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Women, Infants, Children (Wic) Overseas Program is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. For deails call 081811-4962.

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

The Naples Area Second Class Petty Officer Association meets every other Tuesday in the Capodichino Theater at noon to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For details, call OS2 Joseph Cavallaro at DSN 6264545 or email joseph.cavallaro@eu.navy.mil or MA2 Jessalyn Harrison at DSN 626-2871or jessalyn.harrison@eu.navy.mil Napoli Nation Fan Club is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community.

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

Connect the Tots is an organization for bringing together families with babies and toddlers to play and mingle. Monthly club events include themed parties, group outings off-base and playground meet-ups. For the latest on club events, join us on Facebook at Connect the Tots (CTT), Naples Italy.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

The 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

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

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

Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. For details email Lt. Cmdr.

Rhys Parker at rhys.a.parker.mil@mail.mil

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

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

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

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

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

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

Security Note: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms.

For details call the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

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The military dimension of great power competition manifests itself in the efforts China and Russia have made to undermine the ability of the United States and its allies to meet commitments in Europe and the Pacific.

“Our responsibility is to ensure we can assure allies, we can deter and we can respond in case deterrence fails,” he said.

Competition does not equal conflict, the chairman said, but competition certainly ups the stakes.

In the past, “we didn’t have much hot breath on the back of our neck from a competition standpoint and that informed the decisions that we made and that informed how we prioritize and allocate resources,” he said.

That has changed and it is mirrored in the National Defense Strategy and the U.S. Congress has also recognized this and given DOD the funding and flexibility to change the trajectory.

“Since 2017, we began to prioritize and allocate resources in a different way,” Dunford said. “We began to realize that we needed to look at tomorrow even as we dealt with the challenges today.”

Some of this was forced on the department as part of the Budget Control Act of 2011 and sequestration.

“I think that was where we might have been out of balance for a few years is that we were spending most of our budget dealing with the fight that we had, and probably not being as attentive as we needed to be in terms of developing the capabilities we need tomorrow based on the trends that are taking place in emerging technologies,” he said.

Dunford said this has consequences. If deterrence fails and conflict is forced upon the United States and its allies, the United States would prevail, but there would be more casualties.

“To be specific … when we talk about competitive advantage the source of strength for the U.S. military has been our ability to project power when and where necessary to advance our national interests, combined with our network of allies and partners that we have built up since World War II,” he said. “Those combined are our competitive advantage.”

Perceived Vulnerabilities Russia and China look to undermine the cohesion of U.S. allies and partners, and they

have studied American military doctrine and operations. The U.S. achievements in Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990, in Operation Enduring Freedom in 2001 and in Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003, highlighted U.S. capabilities to move large amounts of men, materiel and equipment anywhere in the world.

Chinese and Russian military planners identified what they perceive to be vulnerabilities and have developed systems specifically designed to disrupt U.S. ability to project power.

“I think, from a U.S. military perspective, it is incumbent upon us to continue to develop those capabilities that give our allies and partners the confidence that we can meet the commitments that we have, and also ensure that Russia and China understand that we do have the capability to respond if deterrence fails,” he said. “That conventional relative capability that we have had over the past couple of decades is actually a fundamental element of peace.”

The change to great power competition is more than merely buying more of the same capabilities. It means more than just adapting new technologies. It is investing in ideas, the chairman said. “We carefully analyze 14 competitive areas – space, cyberspace, the maritime domain, electromagnetic spectrum and so forth – and we have analyzed the path of capability development that Russia and China have been on,” he said.

DOD officials have analyzed where the Chinese and Russian will be in 2025 and identified “very specifically the areas where increased investment is required by the United States and its allies and partners … and we know the areas where we will be challenged,” he said. “It’s a question of ideas and technology.”

Sustained, predictable and adequate funding will be required, Dunford said. He and Defense Secretary James N. Mattis testified before Congress last year saying the department needed sustained growth of 3 to 5 percent per year over time to restore the competitive advantage.

“What I think is as important as the topline is the degree of predictability that will allow us to use resources more wisely,” Dunford added. “The 2020 budget will strive to get the right balance over all capability areas, so at the end of the day in the aggregate we will have what we need.”

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Retirees: Registration Deadline to Continue TRICARE Fast Approaching From U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Public Affairs

TRICARE open sign up period deadline runs now through December 10, 2018.

Dental Coverage The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) will end this year. To continue having retiree dental coverage in 2019, you must enroll in a Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) dental plan. FEDVIP is offered by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and is available to federal civilian employees.

Please note that the new FEDVIP dental coverage affects retirees only. There is no impact on the Active Duty Dental Program, active duty service members, or active duty family members command-sponsored overseas.

Vision Coverage In addition to retiree dental coverage, most TRICARE beneficiaries will be eligible to purchase vision coverage through FEDVIP. To enroll in FEDVIP vision, you must be enrolled in a TRICARE health plan or have TRICARE For Life.

Retirees will not be automatically enrolled in a FEDVIP plan when your TRDP plan ends at the end of the month.

To continue your coverage into 2019 you must enroll in the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) during the Federal Benefits Open Season, which runs now through December 10, 2018. Your new coverage will begin on January 1, 2019.

To enroll or for more details visit tricare.benefeds.com

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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 December 6, 2018 Electrical Mechanic Leader, Uc-2805-05, ANN# 44308-132629-PG, Full Time Permanent (Multiple Positions). AOC: Current permanent Local National Employees of NAVFAC EURAFSWA, PWD (UIC: 44308).

If you have any questions, contact the front desk at DSN 626-5409 or Comm.

081-568-5409. You can also contact the Civilian Human Resources (CHR) Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm.

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

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/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

NAPLES U.S. NAF POSITIONS Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#18-108, Flexible Part-Time, 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 dayto-day golf operational duties. Open until filled.

Food Service Worker, NA-7408-02, ANN#19-055 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. Closing date: December 5, 2018.

Recreation Aid, NF-018901, ANN#19-044, Flexible, This position is for multiple Recreation Aid vacancies located at Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) De-

partment in NSA Naples & Carney Park U.S. Navy Region, Europe, Africa & Southwest Asia. Facilities needing Recreation Aids: Bowling, Community Events, Golf course, Fitness, Liberty, Outdoor Recreation, Park, Ticket and Tours, and Theater. Closing date: December 5, 2018.

NEX U.S. NAF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call DSN 629-4774 or Comm. 081-813-5252/ 5253/5254 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit: https://www.NavyExchange.jobs – To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in Italy (mostly Naples area); just make sure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). For any questions or concerns please call the numbers above.

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

expectations. Must be 18 or older to apply.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES UMUC Seeking Full-Time Program Coordinator University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator for their Naples office. The Program Coordinator (PC) will ensure quality services are provided to all current/ prospective students and to be responsive to students/student issues.

The PC will provide academic and administrative support services to prospects and students, and ensure quality assurance standards are met by being available, knowledgeable, courteous and responsive.

Required education/experience include a high school diploma/GED, with some college coursework preferred, background in customer service, ability to work in a fast-paced/complex environment with accurate attention to detail, and basic office management and clerical skills. For details email naples-europe@umuc.edu or call DSN 626-6675 or Comm. 081568-6675. To apply visit https://careers.umuc.edu/job /program-coordinator-italyadvising-and-enrollment10006277-26/

PANORAMA advertising office

Tel. 081-568-7884

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MORE BASE NOTES Now-Dec. 3: Registration for 2019 Fitness Transformation Start the New Year with a new you.

Registration will be open from November 15 to December 3 for the 2019 Fitness Transformation. The program is open to U.S. ID cardholders and local national personnel, 18 and older, and includes eight, one-hour sessions with a certified personal trainer, and nutritional support from a fitness nutritionist and health promotions. Only 40 participants will be accepted, so register now. A small fee is required.

For details call DSN 629-6604 or Comm. 081-811-6604.

Dec. 5: Registration Begins for One-Day Snow and Ski Trips Registration begins December 5 for One-Day Snow and Ski Trips hosted

by Outdoor Recreation. The trips are December 15 and 22 and includes round-trip bus transportation. Trips are open to all ages. Skis, snowboards and other winter equipment are available for rent at the Support Site Outdoor Recreation center. Lift passes are available for purchase directly at the resort. For pricing and details call DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-8114947.

Dec. 6, 13: Story Times at the Support Site Library Make the holiday season extra special with two story times at the Support Site Library. Themes are “Festivities Around the World” on December 6 and “Story Time with Santa” on December 13. Both sessions begin at 10:30 a.m.

For details call DSN 629-4360 or Comm. 081-811-4360.

Dec. 8: Army Navy Flag Football Game Come and cheer your favorite team at Carney Park main football field December 8 at 10:30 a.m. This free event is open to all ages. The half-time show will feature the Youth Sports Flag Football Punt, Pass and Kick contest. Come early and get some good deals at the Flea Market (from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) Private organizations will sell food during the game. For details call DSN 629-6528 or Comm.

081-811-6528.

Dec. 8: Carney Park Flea Market Get some great deals and/or sell your extra items just in time for the holiday season on December 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the annual Carney Park Flea Market. Spaces are available for U.S. ID and Carney Park Access card-

holders, with a December 7 deadline for table registration. To register for a table stop by Tickets & Travel at either Support Site or Capodichino or visit https://myffr.navyaims.com/. For details call DSN 629-4459 or Comm.

081-811-4459.

Dec. 10-21: Veterans Affairs OMSC Visiting NSA Naples A Veterans Affairs Overseas Military Service Coordinator, (VA OMSC) will be onboard NSA Naples December 1021 during the day to meet with active duty service members, transitioning service member and veterans. Onehour face-to-face assistance sessions will be available to answer questions about VA benefits, VA Disability Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation and employment benefits. To request a face-to-face appointment email omscit.vbavaco@va.gov and request your preferred date and time at either FFSC onboard Support Site or the Capodichino Library Conference Room. For details call DSN 629-6550 or Comm. 314-629-6997.

Dec. 11: Strong Zumba and Fit Box at Support Site Fitness Forum Register now for the Strong Zumba and Fit Box fitness class. Workout is 45 minutes of Strong Zumba and 45 minutes of Fit Box. Classes are open to all fitness levels. For details call DSN 6296604 or Comm. 081-811-6604.

Now-Dec. 12: Wednesday Water Fitness Class at Capo FitZone pool Our Water Fitness class is an excellent way to tone up and stay in shape. The buoyancy of the water helps protect your knees, hips, and back from injury.

You do not have to know how to swim to participate in our water fitness class. Just come ready to work out in the water! Class runs Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. and is free. Appropriate swimsuits are required.

Street clothing, shorts, or T-shirts are not allowed. For details call DSN 6296513 or Comm. 081-811-6513.

Now-Dec. 14: Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Season The 2018 Combined Federal Campaign runs now through December 14.

With thousands of participating charities, you are sure to find a cause that is close to your heart. Whether you choose to give to feed the hungry, heal the sick, support veterans or another worthy cause, your donation will make a difference in the lives of those in need. Each Command has CFC Representatives that are standing by to help. For details visit cfcoverseas. org or email Chief Master-at-Arms Luis X. Caceres at luis.caceres@ eu.navy.mil or call DSN 629-4269.

Now-Dec. 14: Registration for Youth Sports Winter Season It’s time to register your 5 to 18-yearold child(ren) for Basketball and Cheerleading season. Bring your child’s valid proof of age along with your Parents Association for Youth Sports (PAYS) online training certificate (http://www.nays.org/paysonline/) to the Support Site School Age office.

Fee is required per player. Mandatory assessments will be held at Support Site Youth Center Gym on December 17 at 5 p.m. for Basketball (for ages 9 to 18) and December 18 at 5 p.m. for Cheerleading (for all participants).

For details call DSN 629-4722/4725 or Comm. 081-811-4722/4725.

Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve on Capo Rooftop Join MWR for the free once-in-a-lifetime spectacular Naples fireworks display from the best view in Naples: the East Parking Garage rooftop at Capodichino. Festivities will begin at 9 p.m. Bring your blankets and chairs.

Heaters will be provided to help warm the parking deck. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Round trip shuttle service between Support Site and Capodichino will be available for a small fee. Register at Tickets and Travel office for the shuttle service.

No cars will be allowed to park on the rooftop. For details call DSN 629-4459 or Comm. 081-811-4459.

Now to Jan. 5: NMCRS Thrift Shop November/December Hours The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Thrift Shop Shopping and donations hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. during the following dates: December 1-13.

There will be a bag sale December 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Thrift Shop will be closed during the following dates: December 14 to January 5. 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/ Jan. 7-22: Auditions for Naples Got Talent 2019 USO Naples is hosting auditions for U.S. ID card holders 18 years and up who wish to perform in the annual Naples Got Talent Show (February 2, 2019). The Grand Prize will be two round trip tickets to the continental United States. Audition locations / dates: Support Site Community Center January 8, 10 and 22, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.; USO Capo Lounge (at Air Terminal onboard Capodichino) January 8 and 14 from 11 a.m. to noon.

For details call DSN 626-5713 or 6294903. To book your audition email Luisa Mazzella at lmazzella@uso.org Jan. 10: Registration deadline for Captain’s Cup Basketball Register your team by January 10 for a chance to win this year’s Captain’s Cup. Season begins January 25 at Support Site Fitness Forum. Games are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. and are open to males and females. Coaches meeting will be held January 4 at 3 p.m. at the Fitness Forum Conference Room. Register at the MWR Intramural Sports department at Support Site Fitness Forum.

For details call DSN 629-6528 or Comm. 081-811-6528.

Now-Jan. 15: VITA Volunteer IRS Training at Capodichino Volunteers are needed for the 2018 IRS Self Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Volunteers will receive free IRS training and certification. There will be volunteer opportunities at both Capodichino and Support Site. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Daniela Floco at DSN 626-4576 or Comm. 081-568-4576 or e-mail fct.na.eurafswa_civlaw@eu.navy.mil (please add “VITA VOLUNTEER REQUEST” in the subject line).

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SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP

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DAILY TOURS

Smart Shopping: Make Your List and Check it Twice From NSA Public Affairs

Shopping can be stressful, especially during the holidays when time is limited and the stores are crowded. Following are some handy holiday shopping tips. ● Follow Santa’s number one rule: Make a list and check it twice. Going shopping and knowing what you want to buy will help make sure you stay on track, you don’t overlook anyone and, you won’t overspend. ● Use only one credit or debit card. If your card is lost or stolen, cancelling a single card is easier than three or four cards. ● Set a time limit for shopping. If you limit your time at the store, you won’t be tempted to overspend, and consider shopping at odd hours so that the store is not as crowded. ● Second-hand or used items from thrift shops and flea markets can make great Christmas gifts at fantastically low prices. Just make sure they are in perfect condition, or can be made perfect with just a little elbow grease. And, don’t forget, the annual Carney Park Flea Market is open for all U.S. ID and Carney Park Access cardholders on December 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ● If you are in a public place, don’t use the public Wi-Fi to check your bank account. That can put your account at risk of being hacked. ● If you are mailing Christmas gifts to friends or family, the dates to get your package out so they can arrive before

Christmas is fast approaching. The deadline for First Class and Priority Mail is no later than December 11, and the deadline for Priority Express Mail Military Service is no later than December 17. ● Not all Christmas gifts need to be purchased at a store. Consider sending a card with a “certificate of service” offering help such as cleaning, babysitting, pet sitting, cooking or other type of tasks. These personalized services to help someone around their house are often more meaningful to the person receiving the gift than something you might buy at a store. ● Keep your eyes open for sales. AfterChristmas sales are a great way to save money for a late gift or give you a boost for the next year’s Christmas shopping season. ● Don’t forget you have a little over three weeks before Christmas, which means you have time to be a good Elf and shop smart.

This will save you both time and money.

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

TOuRS OpEN TO BOTH u.S. MiLiTARY AND NATO i.D. CARD HOLDERS

Dec. 8: Dec. 9: Dec. 14: Dec. 15: Dec. 16:

Family Day at Cantina del Vesuvio Winery. €45 Benevento and the Nougat Festival . . . . . . . €47 Gaeta Christmas Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €25 Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel . . . . . €89 Experience Pompeii: Myths, Legend and Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €79 Dec. 22: Salerno Christmas Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €27 Dec. 23: Sassi of Matera and Live Nativity Scene. . . €55 Dec. 27: Children Ceramics Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €35 Wine tasting tours are for adults only

EXTENDED TOURS Dec. 13-16: Christmas Markets in Northern Italy . . €375 Dec. 24-25: Christmas in Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €189 Dec. 30-Jan. 2 New Years in Paris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €525 Feb. 16-18: Carnevale in Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €310 Apr 20-21: Easter Weekend in Florence and Pisa . . €195 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/ 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 TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340-577-5239 or tel.

081-891-1489.

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