Panorama April 05, 2019

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Make the Commitment to End Sexual Assault From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

The Navy joins the Department of Defense (DoD) and the nation in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) this April.

The continuation of the theme “Protecting Our People Protects Our Mission”, established by the DoD Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Office, underpins the idea that our people are our most important strategic resource and that operational excellence depends on supporting our personnel, protecting our shipmates and safeguarding team cohesion. “Make the Commitment” is the call to action for the Navy. The theme and call to action encourage all members of the Navy team to commit to promoting a culture Chief Petty Officers from the Naples, Italy area Chief's Mess took a group photo in the shape of a teal ribbon to support that does not tolerate sexual Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, April 1. The teal assault.

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colored ribbon represents a commitment by Senior Enlisted leaders to remove toxic behaviors like sexual assault from the ranks of the military. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson

The Defense Commissary Agency hoste a commemorative ceremony, March 29, at the Naval Support Activity Naples store to recognize veterans who served on active duty during the Vietnam War era.

All Vietnam-era veterans who served from Nov. 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 were invited to attend and received a lapel pin as part of the commissary ceremony.

"The Defense Commissary Agency is proud to be a part of this national effort to thank our Vietnam-era vet-

erans for their service and sacrifice," said retired Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi, DOD special assistant for commissary operations.

"These ceremonies are a significant way to reach our veterans, and we applaud the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration for being in the forefront of this observance."

This is the fifth year for the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration event which annually honors the service of living Vietnam War veterans on March 29, Vietnam Veterans Day. COMMISSARY Page 7

Vietnam veterans were recognized during a ceremony at the commissary on board the Support Site of U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples, March 29. The ceremony, coordinated by the store’s director, Lawrence Maravilla, was held on Vietnam Veterans day to honor those who served in the Vietnam War. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class T. Logan Keown

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

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From Joint Force Command Naples

Georgian armed forces proved capable of NATO standards in a multinational exercise here March 18-29 as one part of an ongoing process by the country to join the Alliance.

In total, some 350 personnel from 24 Allied and partner nations participated in NATO-Georgia Exercise 2019 at the NATO-Georgia Joint Training and Evaluation Center.

Georgia is one of NATO’s closest partners, working with the Alliance on security in the Black Sea region. Georgia is also the largest non-NATO contributor to the Alliance’s training mission in Afghanistan and it contributes to the NATO Response Force.

"Through our cooperation over so many years, Georgian forces have become more capable and more interoperable with our forces than ever before,” said Admiral James Foggo, commander of Allied Joint Force Command Naples.

"I’m thrilled with all the Georgian efforts to integrate with other NATO militaries and adhere to international military norms.”

The exercise trained a Georgian-led multinational brigade headquarters staff to plan, coordinate and execute scenario-based military

Commissary Commemorates Vietnam Veterans From Defense Commissary Agency Public Affairs Office

Georgian Military Proves Capable in NATO Exercise

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CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Todd Abrahamson NSA Naples Commanding Officer

pril is SAAPM (Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month), and I want to thank our dedicated Fleet and Family team for starting the observation off strong. If you work on Capodichino, you’ve probably already seen the numerous educational displays that have been put up around the spine. These include facts and figures about sexual assault and the resources we have available for service members, civilian employees, and dependents.

This year, the DOD wants us all to remember that protecting our people protects our mission, and that’s exactly why effectively preventing and responding to sexual assault is so important. Those who have volunteered to serve should never have to worry about having to survive this kind of crime. Please take a moment to educate yourselves and your families about this important topic either by viewing the educational aids put up by Fleet and Family, or by visiting www.sapr.mil. Fleet and Family will also be hosting a talk by an active duty survivor of sexual assault on April 26 at 1300 in the Capo Theater. I highly recommend attending this profoundly important presentation. The more we learn about SAPR, the better we can protect ourselves, our shipmates, and our families.

Our Naples military community has also begun the observance of Month of the Military Child (MOMC). The love and support of our families goes a long way in enabling service members to complete our mission effectively. Our children play a huge role in that support and for that reason, the DOD celebrates their strength and sacrifices every April. This Monday, I signed the proclamation of MOMC in conjunction with a ribbon cutting for our newly updated CDC facilities onboard Capodichino. I can think of no better way to celebrate our kids than by giving them the best possible resources to grow and thrive. That’s exactly what our CDC facilities improvements were designed to do. These included the renovation of five classrooms, the kitchen, and reception area with new floors, better lighting, increased storage, new bathroom fixtures, and a fresh coat of paint on the walls. The update also allows us to open an additional classroom, allowing for 20 more full-time spaces and more hourly slots. That means more children are able to be looked after and more families are getting the care they need. I want to thank our Public Works and MWR departments for making this happen and of course, I want to thank all the children in our community for everything they do to support us.

Another exciting change outside our Capodichino location may also have become apparent to many of you. The city of Naples is adding a metro stop in front of the airport and construction has gotten underway. Unfortunately, this addition of transportation services will temporarily mean increased traffic in front of the airport and our base. We’ve recently seen traffic getting backed up to the point of vehicles blocking the front gate. This causes major safety and force protection issues, and therefore our security forces have had to direct personnel to turn around and use the back gate. If you find yourself in this situation, please comply with all directions from our gate guards. Please also remember that the back gate is open as another option to leave the base Monday through Friday, from 1530-1730. We are currently looking at additional ways to mitigate traffic concerns and will release information regarding an estimated date of completion as we find out more.

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 Apr. 6: Gaeta Spring Fling at Olde Mill Inn Park Come out and enjoy the springtime weather at one of the most exciting Gaeta community events! The Spring Fling will be held on Saturday, April 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. There will be an Easter egg hunt, photos with the Easter bunny, face painting, arts and crafts and more. For details call DSN 629-8357 or Comm. 081-811-8357.

Apr. 6, 13, 14, 17 Archery, Scuba, Trekking, Rafting, Fishing, Hike Adventures Looking for some adventurous, outdoor trips?

Beginning in March, Outdoor Recreation has many opportunities scheduled for youth and adults. For details visit http://www.navymwrnaples.com/recreation/community-recreation/support-site-outdoor-recreation or call DSN: 629-4947 or Comm.: 081-811-4947.

Apr. 9: American Red Cross Simulation Blended Learning CPR/AED/First Aid Class This class is broken up into two parts. An online portion must be completed before attending the classroom portion of the class, taking place on April 9. This course will teach you the skills you need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. You will gain lifesav-

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Apr. 10: Monthly Teddy Bear Club USO Naples, in collaboration with Connect the Tots and New Parent Support Program, hosts a fun morning playdate for military children 0-4 years old. This free event on April 10 will occur from 10:00 to 11:30 am at the Community Center. Activities, crafts, and snacks are included. Limited availability, registration required in person. For details call DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903.

Apr. 10 – July 31: Naples Area Fire Warden Training Fire Warden Training is an annual requirement, and requires each building and secured space to have a primary and alternate assigned and trained. Capo classes will be held in building 415 (Air Terminal), second floor conference room, Apr. 10 and 24, May 8 and 22, June 5 and 19, and July 3, 17, and 31, at 10 a.m. Support Site classes will be held at the Fire Station Apr. 23 and May 21, at 9 a.m.

Personnel assigned as a fire warden must have at least 12 months left on their orders, access to ESAMS, and a fire warden appointment letter on file with the NSA Naples Fire Prevention office. For details email nsanaplesfireprevention@eu.navy.mil

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Students From Liceo Varrone in Cassino Tour NSA Naples

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

Students from Liceo Varrone in Cassino visited Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples at Capodichino last Friday.

Their tour – led by NSA Naples Public Affairs Community Relations Specialist Teresa Merola – included the library, gym, food court, fire department, air operations and USO. Students were very enthusiastic and learned a lot about the U.S. Navy here in Naples.

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Donavan K. Patubo

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.

ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS COMPILED BY TERESA MEROLA NSA NAPLES PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Piano City Returns to Naples This weekend Naples hosts the Piano City, a concert event held in Piazza del Plebiscito, starting on Friday at 9 p.m.

Twenty-one pianos will be located under the hemicycle arcade of the square. The concert, returning for its sixth time in the last seven years, includes a repertoire of Mozart, Puccini, Rossini and Bizet. The concert of the Piano City Napoli 2019 is free entry.

space may have once served hot food. The counter is adorned with two lively paintings. One features a sea nymph seated on a horse, while the other depicts a worker in a bar-type environment.

Dead Whale Reinforces Need for Ban on Plastic A pregnant sperm whale found dead at Porto Cervo, in Sardinia carried almost 50 pounds of plastic in her stomach. Firefighters helped hoist the whale’s carcass on a truck before its transport for a necropsy over the weekend. According to a Word Wildlife Fund, plastic makes up 95 percent Ferris Wheel Ruled Out By Culture of the waste in the Mediterranean Sea and and Heritage Minister on its beaches. Single-use plastics have The giant Ferris wheel planned to be inbeen banned by European Union lawmakstalled on May 8th in the ancient city of ers. In addition, the mayor of Naples, Luigi Pompeii was ruled out by the culture and de Magistris issued an order aimed to make heritage Minister Alberto Bonisoli last the Naples’ seafront plastic free beginning week. The wheel was proposed to be temMay 1. The use of containers, cutlery, porary but even this idea was out of the straws and any other disposable food plasquestion, according to the minister. Among tic products that are not biodegradable and the critics of the project was Antonio Ircompostable has been prohibited. This exlando, from Italy’s Cultural Heritage Obperimental ordinance is valid until Septemservatory, who said that the Ferris wheel ber 30, and offenders will be fined from 25 would “violate the cultural integrity of the to 500 euros. The Naples’ administration archaeological area.” Archaeologists have invites all citizens and tourists not to use recently discovered colourful frescoes of an plastic disposables and don’t leave plastic ancient well-preserved bar, or theron the beaches or in the sea. The war on mopolium, under volcanic ash and pumice. disposable plastic has begun, said Sergio They think the 2,000 year old commercial Costa, Italy's environment minister.

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces. We have many programs and services that work to support veterans, service members and their families, as well as communities worldwide. VFW Post 12159-Monte Cassino meets the third Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Room. For details call VFW Post Commander Joel Driscoll at Comm. 340973-3324 or visit www.vfw.napoli@gmail.com or Facebook at VFW Post 12159-Monte Cassino (username: @NaplesVFW).

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

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

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

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

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HISTORY: U.S. ENTRY INTO WORLD WAR I From The Office of the Historian

On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson went before a joint session of Congress to request a declaration of war against Germany. Wilson cited Germany’s violation of its pledge to suspend unrestricted submarine warfare in the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean, as well as its attempts to entice Mexico into an alliance against the United States, as his reasons for declaring war. On April 4, 1917, the U.S. Senate voted in support of the measure to declare war on Germany. The House concurred two days later. The United States later declared war on German ally Austria-Hungary on December 7, 1917.

Germany’s resumption of submarine attacks on passenger and merchant ships in 1917 became the primary motivation behind Wilson’s decision to lead the United States into World War I. Following the sinking of an unarmed French boat, the Sussex, in the English Channel in March 1916, Wilson threatened to sever diplomatic relations with Germany unless the German Government refrained from attacking all passenger ships and allowed the crews of enemy merchant vessels to abandon their ships prior to any attack. On May 4, 1916, the German Government accepted these terms and conditions in what came to be known as the “Sussex pledge.”

By January 1917, however, the situation in Germany had changed. During a wartime conference that month, representatives from the German Navy convinced the military leadership and Kaiser Wilhelm II that a resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare could help defeat Great Britain within five months. German

policymakers argued that they could violate the “Sussex pledge” since the United States could no longer be considered a neutral party after supplying munitions and financial assistance to the Allies. Germany also believed that the United States had jeopardized its neutrality by acquiescing to the Allied blockade of Germany.

German Chancellor Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg protested this decision, believing that resuming submarine warfare would draw the United States into the war on behalf of the Allies.

This, he argued, would lead to the defeat of Germany.

Despite these warnings, the German Government decided to resume unrestricted submarine attacks on all Allied and neutral shipping within prescribed war zones, reckoning that German submarines would end the war long before the first U.S. troopships landed in Europe.

Accordingly, on January 31, 1917, German Ambassador to the United States Count Johann von Bernstorff presented U.S. Secretary of State Robert Lansing a note declaring Germany’s intention to restart unrestricted submarine warfare the following day.

Stunned by the news, President Wilson went before Congress on February 3 to announce that he had severed diplomatic relations with Germany. However, he refrained from asking for a declaration of war because he doubted that the U.S. public would support him unless he provided ample proof that Germany intended to attack U.S. ships without warning. Wilson left open the possibility of negotiating with Germany if its submarines refrained from attacking U.S. shipping.

Nevertheless, throughout February and March 1917, German submarines targe-

ted and sank several U.S. ships, resulting in the deaths of numerous U.S. seamen and citizens.

On February 26, Wilson asked Congress for the authority to arm U.S. merchant ships with U.S. naval personnel and equipment.

While the measure would probably have passed in a vote, several anti-war Senators led a successful filibuster that consumed the remainder of the congressional session. As a result of this setback, President Wilson decided to arm U.S. merchant ships by executive order, citing an old antipiracy law that gave him the authority to do so.

While Wilson weighed his options regarding the submarine issue, he also had to address the question of Germany’s attempts to cement a secret alliance with Mexico. On January 19, 1917, British naval intelligence intercepted and decrypted a telegram sent by German Foreign Minister Arthur Zimmermann to the German Ambassador in Mexico City. The “Zimmermann Telegram” promised the Mexican Government that Germany would help Mexico recover the territory it had ceded to the United States following the Mexican-American War. In return for this assistance, Germany asked for Mexican support in the war.

Initially, the British had not shared the news of the Zimmermann Telegram with U.S. officials because they did not want the Germans to discover that British code breakers had cracked the German code.

However, following Germany’s resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare in February, the British decided to use the note to help sway U.S. official and public opinion in favor of joining the war. The British finally forwarded the intercepted

Telegram with a Translation of the Zimmermann Telegram. National Archives Photo

telegram to President Wilson on February 24. The U.S. press carried the story the following week.

Despite the shocking news of the Zimmermann Telegram, Wilson still hesitated asking for a declaration of war. He waited until March 20 before convening a Cabinet meeting to broach the matter—almost a month after he had first seen the telegram. The precise reasons for Wilson’s decision to choose war in 1917 remain the subject of debate among historians, especially in light of his efforts to avoid war in 1915 after the sinking of the British passenger liners Lusitania and Arabic, which had led to the deaths of 131 U.S. citizens.

However, by 1917, the continued submarine attacks on U.S. merchant and pas-

senger ships, and the “Zimmermann Telegram’s” implied threat of a German attack on the United States, swayed U.S. public opinion in support of a declaration of war. Furthermore, international law stipulated that the placing of U.S. naval personnel on civilian ships to protect them from German submarines already constituted an act of war against Germany. Finally, the Germans, by their actions, had demonstrated that they had no interest in seeking a peaceful end to the conflict. These reasons all contributed to President Wilson’s decision to ask Congress for a declaration of war against Germany. They also encouraged Congress to grant Wilson’s request and formally declare war on Germany.

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MARCH 2019 BIRTHS March 13, 2019 March 6, 2019 Genevieve Skye McLaughlin – 7 pounds Za’Niyah Kamilah Campbell – 8 pounds 15.3 ounces, daughter of Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer 1.8 ounces, daughter of Kelisha K. Campbell and CPO Imry H. Campbell J. McLaughlin and Matthew R. McLaughlin March 6, 2019 Oliver Joseph West – 8 pounds 0.2 ounces, son of Rowan A. West and PO2 Travis M. West March 12, 2019 Calvin Ragnar Verschoor – 5 pounds 6.8 ounces, son of Marissa A. Verschoor and PO1 Jacob W. Verschoor

March 17, 2019 Freya Marie Mitchelmore – 7 pounds 7.2 ounces, daughter of Alicia M. Mitchelmore and Lt.j.g. Matthew K. Mitchelmore March 31, 2019 Nadine Alexandra Anderson – 6 pounds 10.9 ounces, daughter of Courtney L. Anderson and PO1 Ryan A. Anderson

U.S., Lithuania Detail Roadmap for Cooperation Through 2024 From Defense.gov

U.S. and Lithuanian defense leaders today signed a document detailing cooperation between the two countries through 2024.

Robertas Sapronas, Lithuania’s defense policy director, and Kathryn Wheelbarger, the acting assistant defense secretary of defense for international security affairs, signed the roadmap for cooperation at the Pentagon.

Lithuania is a NATO ally and is a “frontline state” bordering on Russia. It is the first Baltic state to sign such a cooperative agreement.

More will follow, DOD officials said.

The roadmap calls on the two countries to strengthen training, exercises and exchanges. Both nations will cooperate to ensure a stable and secure Baltic Sea through cooperation with other NATO allies and partner nations such as Finland and Sweden.

The roadmap calls on the United States to continue to deploy forces to the Baltic states “to strengthen deterrence and to catalyze the efforts of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania to develop their national defense further.”

Lithuania’s Defense Ministry will provide all necessary support for the deployment of U.S. forces.

U.S. and Lithuanian service members will cooperate in multinational operations, and will share lessons learned.

U.S. foreign military programs should complement Lithuanian national funds to build anti-tank, air defense

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

● Apr. 05, Home buying, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Apr. 09, Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC (1 of 3 Sessions) ● Apr. 09, Pasta Cooking for Military Child, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Apr. 10, Military Child Castle Trip, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., (Meet @ TLA Lobby) ● Apr. 10, Sponsorship Training, 9 to 11 a.m., (@ Capo, American Red Cross Conference Room) ● Apr. 11, Smooth Move, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., (@ Capo, American Red Cross Conference Room) ● Apr. 11, Aversa Train Metro Station, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., (Meet @ TLA Lobby – Carpool) ● Apr. 11, VA Home Loan Certificate of Eligibility Overview, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Apr. 11, Ombudsman Assembly, 6 to 8 p.m., Support Site Library ● Apr. 12, Duomo church and Old Town, 8:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meet @ Alibus Stop – Capo) All classes require registration.

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

ENERGY CONSERVATION Ceiling Fans: An Efficient, Effective Way to Cool Off From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Kathryn Wheelbarger, the acting assistant defense secretary of defense for international security affairs, and Robertas Sapronas, Lithuania’s Defense Policy director, sign a roadmap of cooperation between the two nations at the Pentagon, April 2. The roadmap details military cooperation between the nations through 2024. Photo by Jim Garamone

and intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance capabilities. The programs also will help Lithuania gain maritime domain awareness and look to replace Soviet/Russian-made equipment and platforms.

This will help both bilateral and NATO cooperation, officials said.

Working Together in Cyber, Intelligence Lithuania and the United States will work closely in the cyber domain, looking to deter and defend against malicious cyber intrusions and attacks.

U.S. officials support establishing a cyber operations center in Lithuania. The two countries also will work closely together to improve intelligence sharing in the region and early warning capabilities.

The two countries will work together to develop regional approaches to security chal-

lenges in the area, working with Estonian, Latvian, and Polish counterparts.

When practical, the U.S. Defense Department and the Lithuanian Defense Ministry are to support regional integration and procurement of warfighting systems, according to a news release on the roadmap. This includes integrated air and missile defense systems and capabilities to enhance maritime domain awareness. The program will also examine command, control, communication, and computers architecture integration and standardization. The countries of the region also will look at special operations forces.

Lithuanian officials will continue their partnership with the Pennsylvania National Guard. Officials emphasized the benefits of the program and said they look forward to its further development.

Ceiling fans are considered the most effective of these types of fans, because they effectively circulate the air in a room to create a draft throughout the room. If you use air conditioning, a ceiling fan will allow you to raise the thermostat setting about four degrees Fahrenheit with no reduction in comfort. In temperate climates, or during moderately hot weather, ceiling fans may allow you to avoid using your air conditioner altogether. Install a fan in each room that needs to be cooled during hot weather. Turn off ceiling fans when you leave a room; fans cool people, not rooms, by creating a wind chill effect.

Ceiling fans are only appropriate in rooms with ceilings at least eight feet high. Fans work best when the blades are seven to nine feet above the floor and 10 to 12 inches below the ceiling. Fans should be installed so their blades are no closer than eight inches from the ceiling and 18 inches from the walls.

A larger blade will also provide comparable cooling at a lower velocity than a smaller blade. This may be important in areas where loose papers or other objects will be disturbed by a strong breeze. The fan should also be fitted to the aesthetics of the room—a large fan may appear overpowering in a small room.

A more expensive fan that operates quietly and smoothly will probably offer more trouble-free service than cheaper units. Check the noise ratings, and, if possible, listen to your fan in operation before you buy it.

When buying ceiling fans, look for the ENERGY STAR® label. Fans that earn the label move air 20 percent more efficiently, on average, than standard models.

For more tips on Energy Conservation call Gennaro Gargiulo or Electrician 2nd Class Marvin J. Hernandez at DSN 626-1895 or Comm. 081-568-1865.

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SOUND OFF: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY?

Claudia Parascandolo “I like swimming. I use to be a lifeguard and liked pools, but the beach is better.”

Zoe Peck “Going to the playground with my two boys or the dog park with my two Golden Retrievers.”

YN2 Riese Sullivan “I just like enjoying the sun while reading a book.”

PSSA Ronnie Perry “Flag football. I was playing for JFC and we won the last three tournaments, so it was cool.”

Derrick Taylor “I like going for walks. It can be very peaceful and it allows me to clear my head and come up with ideas.”

NEXs Sell Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Benefit Ticket From NEXCOM Public Affairs

From now until May 15, the NEX will offer customers the opportunity to support the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) by purchasing a $5 benefit ticket. The benefit tickets will be available for purchase at select NEX locations and online at myNavyExchange.com. For the first time ever, the benefit ticket will also provide customers with additional savings on their purchases.

“We love working with the NEX and appreciate the generosity of their customers,” said NMCRS Bangor, Wash., volunteer, Paula Anderson. “I hear story after story from Sailors and Marines who are beyond thankful for these contributions and what it means to them. Recently, I was helping a single E-3 and, as he was ready to leave our office, he told me he could hardly believe how much we helped him.”

This is the ninth year that the NEX has provided its customers with a way to give back, and since 2011, NEX customers have donated over $2 million to NMCRS. The donations collected throughout April and May will be pre-

sented to NMCRS in late spring, on behalf of NEX customers.

This is also the first time that the NEX will also be offering customers a bounce back coupon.

Customers who make a purchase using the benefit ticket during May 9 to 15 will receive an additional $5 bounce back coupon that can be used on another purchase in store, May 9 to 15 or online, May 9 to 17.

The $5 bounce back coupon will be stapled along with the customer’s receipt to the redeemed benefit ticket or after a purchased made online, customers will have the benefit ticket emailed to them prior to the redemption dates.

The benefit ticket entitles customers to discounts applied to a NEX purchase from May 9 to 15, 2019, in store and May 9 to 17, 2019, online. The ticket is valid for one-time use in-store only and is limited to $1,000 total discount.

It cannot be combined with any

other NEX discount cards or coupon. For more information, speak to a NEX associate.

NEXs participating in this event include NEX Little Creek, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and Oceana, Va.; NEX Pearl Harbor; NEX San Diego; NEX Jacksonville, Orlando, Key West, Whiting Field, Mayport and Pensacola, Fla.; NEX Kings Bay, Ga.; NEX North Island, Monterey, Port Hueneme and Lemoore, Calif.; NEX Whidbey Island, Bangor, Bremerton and Everett, Wash.; NEX Great Lakes, Ill.; NEX Washington Navy Yard, D.C.; NEX Mitchel Field, N.Y.; NEX Fallon, Nev.; NEX Corpus Christi, Texas; NEX Belle Chasse, La.; NEX Gulfport and Meridian, Miss.; NEX New London, Conn.; NEX Patuxent River, Annapolis and Bethesda, Md.; NEX Charleston, S.C.; NEX Newport, R.I.; NEX Memphis, Tenn.; NEX Yokosuka, Atsugi

and Sasebo, Japan; NEX Naples and Sigonella, Italy; NEX Rota, Spain; NEX Guam and NEX Bahrain.

About NEXCOM The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is one of 11commands under Commander, NAVSUP. NEXCOM oversees 100 Navy Exchange (NEX) facilities and nearly 300 stores worldwide, 39 Navy Lodges, the Ships Store Program, the Uniform Program Management Office, the Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility and the Telecommunications Program Office. NEXCOM's mission is to provide authorized customers quality goods and services at a savings and to support Navy quality of life programs for active duty military, retirees, reservists and their families. NEXs and Navy Lodges operate primarily as a non-appropriated fund (NAF) business instrumentality.

NEX revenues generated are used to support Navy Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs.

Since 1946, NEXCOM has given $3.6 billion to Navy MWR quality of life programs. Shop online at myNavyExchange.com.

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Vietnam Veterans Day was first established by presidential proclamation in 2012 leading to the start of annual observance events in 2014. The Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 further established the events as a national observance to recognize Vietnam War-era veterans for their service.

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Brazelton, a fourtime Silver Star recipient and former Vietnam War prisoner of war, reflected on the Vietnam Veteran lapel pin during the July 8, 2015, congressional ceremony.

"I have had a number of medals pinned on me in my day and this is certainly the highest ranking and the most honors I have received for any pinning ceremony," Brazelton said. "Even though it might just be a lapel pin to a lot of people, this is like a medal to the Vietnam veterans."

Approximately 9 million U.S. military members served on active duty during the Vietnam War era. Out of the 2.7 million U.S. service members who served in Vietnam, more than 58,000 were killed and more than 304,000 wounded.

In observance of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, the Defense Commissary Agency reflects on the service and sacrifice of these

veterans and their families, and remembers the commissaries that served them.

By the spring of 1965, when the first wave of U.S. combat troops - 3,500 Marines - came ashore at Da Nang, South Vietnam, a number of American military advisors, including some with accompanying family members had already been stationed in Vietnam for nearly a decade.

The Americans had replaced French military personnel who had unsuccessfully attempted to regain control of their Indo-China colony after World War II. Several years before the Marines arrived, the first American military commissary had opened in Saigon in 1959 and was operated by the U.S. Navy. Branch commissaries subsequently opened in Long Binh, Cholon and Newport districts, and near Tan Son Nhut Air Base.

Americans living in base housing in the late 1950s and early 1960s recalled how the commissaries in Vietnam carried all of the top brand name foods they had become accustomed to in the States. Service members and their family members lived in American housing communities and the children attended Department of Defense schools in the housing areas. The servicemen's

wives especially appreciated that they carried American brand name cereals and baby foods that their children enjoyed.

A military retiree remembered that the commissary store in Saigon was one of the largest and most modern commissaries he'd ever shopped in. They not only carried hundreds of brand names but also had a full service deli and bakery in the store. He joked that it had everything a soldier needed "except a ticket back to the U.S." The commissaries served American service personnel and their families as well as U.S. news reporters, government civilians and contract workers stationed in Vietnam. However, commissary patronage in Vietnam significantly changed in early August 1964, following the Gulf of Tonkin incident, where two reported attacks by North Vietnamese forces on American Navy vessels, eventually led to the start of the United States' combat operations.

The expansion of hostilities caused all U.S. dependents to be evacuated immediately from Vietnam.

At first, the Saigon Commissary could not accommodate the thousands of incoming combat troops scattered all over Vietnam.

So those troops were given mess hall privileges and pay bonuses in their pay to enable them to shop on the local economy.

As the war expanded so did the availability of products in commissaries. In 1965 a U.S. dairy company opened operations in Saigon and started shipping dairy products to the commissaries all over Vietnam. The company received whole milk solids from the States, which were then reconstituted with purified water and packaged in cartons for distribution. Some former service men recalled that the chocolate milk was outstanding.

In the spring of 1966 the U.S. Army took over running the commissaries.

These stores remained in operation even after the 1973 cease-fire because many U.S. service personnel were still stationed there in non-combat missions.

On April 30, 1975, communist forces overran Saigon, and American contractors and Vietnamese support personnel had to flee for the airports in a frantic effort to evacuate. In the aftermath, the local population looted the abandoned American commissaries and took as much food as they could carry.

It was a sudden and unceremonious end to the American commissaries in Vietnam.

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

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

The riding season is opening and the summers rallies, rides and events are being discussed. If you’re in the support site food court stop by the Military Auto Source Office, our sponsoring dealer, for more information on both the Chapter and your opportunity to explore Europe on two wheels. LIKE US ON FACE BOOK at Naples Military Hog Chapter and one of the primary officers will reach out to you. You can also contact the membership officer Kevin Johnson or the Director Jay Alhambra.

NMCRS Uniform Locker The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Uniform Locker has FREE new and gently used uniforms and uniform items for all active-duty service members. The Uniform Locker is located on board Capodichino in Bldg. 450 (next to the gym and American Red Cross), and is open Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For details call DSN 626-3913 or Comm. 081-568-3913.

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

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 decisionmaking. For details call MC1 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249.

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

NATO Lions Rugby: International Rugby Club is open to all interested players – men, women and children (5-12).

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

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MOVIE SCHEDULE No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies Friday, April 5 5:30 p.m. Fighting With My Family, PG-13 6:30 p.m. Isn't It Romantic, PG-13 8:30 p.m. SHAZAM!, PG-13 9 p.m. Captain Marvel, PG-13 Saturday, April 6 3 p.m. Dumbo (2019), PG 4 p.m. Wonder Park, PG 5:30 p.m. SHAZAM!, PG-13 6:30 p.m. Happy Death Day 2U, PG-13 8:30 p.m. SHAZAM!, PG-13 9 p.m. Tyler Perry's A Madea Family Funeral, PG-13 Sunday, April 7 3 p.m. Wonder Park, PG 4 p.m. Dumbo (2019), PG 6 p.m. SHAZAM!, PG-13 7 p.m. Captain Marvel, PG-13

Tuesday, April 9 Closed, No Movie

Aladdin Free Admission G, (1992), Animation-Adventure-Comedy, 90 mins. Cast Voices: Scott Weinger, Robin Williams, Linda Larkin, Jonathan Freeman and Gilbert Gottfried. When a street urchin vies for the love of a beautiful princess, he uses a genie's magic power to make himself off as a prince in order to marry her.

Wednesday, April 10 12 p.m. Dumbo (2019), PG 3 p.m. Aladdin (1992), G 5:30 p.m. Wonder Park, PG 6:30 p.m. Alita: Battle Angel, PG-13 7:30 p.m. SHAZAM!, PG-13

Alita: Battle Angel Last Showing PG-13, Action-Adventure-Romance, 122 min. Cast: Rosa Salazar, Mahershala Ali, Eiza Gonzlez, Jennifer Connelly and Lana Condor.

Action-packed story of one young woman's journey to discover the truth of who she is and her fight to change the world.

Thursday, April 11 12 p.m. The Secret Life of Pets, PG 3 p.m. SHAZAM!, PG-13 5:30 p.m. How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, PG 6:30 p.m. Isn't It Romantic, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Happy Death Day 2U, PG-13

Captain Marvel PG-13, Action-Adventure-SciFi, 124 min.

Cast: Brie Larson, Gemma Chan, Samuel L. Jackson, Lee Pace and Mckenna Grace.

Carol Danvers becomes one of the universe's most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races.

Monday, April 8 Closed, No Movie

Dumbo (2019) PG, Family- Fantasy. 130 min. Cast: Eva

Green, Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton, Lucy DeVito and Danny DeVito. A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a struggling circus, but when the circus plans a new venture, Dumbo and his friends discover dark secrets beneath its shiny veneer.

Fighting With My Family PG-13, Biography-Comedy-Drama, 108 min. Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Lena Headey, Vince Vaughn, Thomas Whilley and Tori Ellen Ross. A former wrestler and his family make a living performing at small venues around the country while his kids dream of joining World Wrestling Entertainment.

Happy Death Day 2U PG-13, Drama-Horror-Mystery, 100 min.

Cast: Jessica Rothe, Israel Broussard, Ruby Modine, Rachel Matthews and Phi Vu. Tree Gelbman discovers that dying over and over was surprisingly easier than the dangers that lie ahead.

How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World PG, Animation-Action-Adventure, 104 min.

Cast: Gerard Butler, Cate Blanchett, Kristen Wiig, Kit Harington and Jonah Hill. When Hiccup discovers Toothless isn't the only Night Fury, he must seek "The Hidden World", a secret Dragon Utopia before a hired tyrant named Grimmel finds it first.

Isn't It Romantic Last Showing PG-13, Comedy-Fantasy-Romance, 88 min.

Cast: Rebel Wilson, Liam Hemsworth, Adam Devine, Priyanka Chopra and Betty Gilpin. A young woman disenchanted with love mysteriously finds herself trapped inside a romantic comedy.

The Secret Life of Pets Free Admission PG (2016), Animation-Adventure-Comedy, 90 mins. Cast Voices; Louis C.K. Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart, Ellie Kemper and Lake Bell. A comedy about the lives our pets lead after we leave for work or school each day.

SHAZAM! Premiere PG-13, Action-Adventure-Fantasy, 132 min.

Cast: Zachary Levi, Djimon Hounsou, Michelle Borth, Mark Strong and Jack Dylan Grazer. We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In Billy Batson's case, by shouting out one word - SHAZAM! - this streetwise 14-yearold foster kid can turn into the adult superhero Shazam.

Tyler Perry's A Madea Family Funeral Premiere PG-13, Comedy, 109 min. Cast: Tyler Perry, Cassi Davis, Patrice Lovely, Mike Tyson and Ciera Payton. A joyous family reunion becomes a hilarious nightmare as Madea and the crew travel to backwoods Georgia, where they find themselves unexpectedly planning a funeral that might unveil unsavory family secrets.

Wonder Park PG, Animation-Adventure-Comedy, 85 min.

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

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

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

Harry S Truman Lodge No. 649 meets every second, third and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-7049607 or email gerborechris@hotmail. com or visit https://www.hst649.org Women, Infants, Children (Wic) Overseas Program is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program.

WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. For deails call 081-811-4962.

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

MORE THE INSIDE PAGE Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders.

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

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

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

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.

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 5 p.m. the second and last Thursday of every month at Striker’s Bowling Alley. For details call Melygil Non at DSN 626-1690 or Comm. 081-568-1690, or visit Fil-Am Naples, Italy on Facebook.

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.

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.

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: 6266672 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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responses to humanitarian crises. It also tested the interoperability of Georgian, Allied and partner forces, as well as Georgian command and control capabilities.

"I look forward to a continuing, growing military-tomilitary relationship,” said Foggo, who met with Georgian Minister of Defense Levan Izoria.

Earlier in the week, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited the exercise and held talks with the President of Georgia, Ms. Salome Zourabichvili and Prime Minister, Mr. Mamuka Bakhtadze, among others.

Last summer in Brussels, NATO leaders reconfirmed the 2008 Bucharest Summit decision that Georgia will become a member of NATO. The Secretary General

AWARENESS

Admiral James Foggo, commander Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples, concludes a media engagement with Levan Izoria, Georgia's minister of defense on March 28. The two senior leaders discussed highlights of NATO-Georgia Exercise 2019 at the NATOGeorgia Joint Training and Evaluation Centre near Tbilisi. NATO JFC Naples Photo

praised Georgia’s progress in making important reforms and encouraged it to continue these efforts.

In August 2008, Russia occupied the Georgian regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. NATO condemns the continuing Russian military presence and its actions

there. Allies continue to support Georgia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty within its internationally recognized borders, and call on Russia to reverse its recognition of the Georgian regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia as independent states.

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“I am committed to eliminating the scourge of sexual assault and sexual harassment across the Department of the Navy,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Sexual assault and sexual harassment are unacceptable threats to unit cohesion and cause long term physical and mental harm to those affected. We owe our Sailors, Marines, and civilians a safe, secure, and professional environment as they serve our Navy and nation.”

Tolerating toxic behaviors within our ranks impedes our ability to fight and win wars by eroding trust and degrading individuals who contribute to the mission. This awareness month is designed to enhance year-round efforts to eliminate the crime of sexual assault and ensure all Sailors are treated with dignity and respect.

“Sexual Assault is a toxic threat that harms us all. It must stop, and it will, with engaged leadership and teamwork—in our divisions, squads, and watch teams. There is no room for bystanders in the Navy,” said Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson.

“Our Navy Team makes itself stronger when we build each other up, when we encourage ‘best ever’ performance, and we strive for excellence. When we find and hold perpetrators accountable. When we destroy our enemies. Sexual assault is an enemy.

And it’s time to end it.”

SAAPM provides the Navy with the opportunity to highlight programs and initiatives that educate Sailors, support victims, and encourage shipmates to take an active role in making a commitment to preventing, reporting, and eliminating sexual assault in the force. Sexual harassment and assault, in person or online, violates the Navy’s core values and is not tolerated.

In an effort to eliminate instances of sexual assault, Navy leadership has issued guidance on online misconduct, established counselors within the Fleet in addition to family support centers, improved personnel management processes to better respond to occurrences of sexual assault, encouraged bystander intervention, and leveraged technology to remove stigma and barriers associated with seeking help following a sexual assault.

In addition to the programs and initiatives within the Fleet, Secretary of the Navy Richard Spencer is hosting, along with the Secretaries of the Army and Air Force, the National Discussion on Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment at America's Colleges, Universities and Service Academies at the U.S. Naval Academy this month. This forum will provide the opportunity to bring together leading experts and leaders from civilian higher education institutions to better understand and address the challenge of eliminating sexual assault and sexual harassment on college and university campuses across the nation to promote safe and healthy learning environments. Preventing, reporting and eliminating sexual harassment and assault, starting with midshipmen and cadets, strengthens the force by promoting professionalism, respect and trust within the Service Academy campuses and broader DoD communities.

The Navy’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program falls under the purview of the 21st Century Sailor office, which exists to provide Sailors and their families with resources, training, and skills to overcome adversity and improve wellness.

For more information on SAAPM, including more information on how to prevent and report sexual assault, go to https://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/ support/21st_Century_Sailor/sapr/Pages/SAAPM.aspx.

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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.

CLOSING Apr. 11, 2019 Lead Financial Technician, Ua-0503-03, ANN# 66096-218565-AG, Full Time Permanent Medical Support Assistant, Ua-0679-05, ANN# 66096-227254-AG, Full Time Permanent HR Specialist (Recruitment), Ua-0201-03 KPP Ua02/01 or Ua-0201-02 KPP Ua-01, (Multiple Positions), ANN#3049B-235288-RR, Full Time Permanent, AOC: CURRENT EURAFSWA UIC 3049B PERMANENT EMPLOYEES ONLY. Specialista delle Risorse Umane (ER/LR), Q-0201Q2, ANN#3049B-235262-EI, Full Time Permanent, AOC: CURRENT EURAFSWA UIC 3049B PERMANENT EMPLOYEES ONLY. HR Specialist (Employee Benefits), Ua0201-03 KPP Ua-02/01 or Ua-0201-02 KPP Ua-01, ANN#3049B-235255-RR, Full Time Permanent, AOC: CURRENT PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES SERVICED

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

081-568-5409. You can also contact the Civilian

Human Resources (CHR) Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information.

Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the CHR services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, a CHR Representative is available for the bi-weekly “Meet & Greet” at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8-9 a.m.

Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the CHR representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the CHR office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next “Meet & Greet” is to be determined.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: https://www.cnic. navy.mil/ regions/cnreurafswa/about/job_openings.htm l – The necessary application forms are also available on line. For questions please call 081-568- 4164/2505/ 5612/8202. The applications may be emailed to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil NSA

THERE ARE NO NEW POSTINGS AT THIS TIME

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.j obs – 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 Naples Tiger Sharks Seeking Coaches The Naples Tiger Sharks

swim team is looking for group coaches to assist with the coaching of swimmers for the 2019-2020 season. Qualified candidates will be able to create thorough, age-appropriate workouts focusing on technique, endurance, stroke development and drills; Lead structured practices during practices; Help record all work-outs and track daily attendance; Assist with administrative matters relating to the team, swim meet arrangements and team performance as well as interaction with parents; Assist in recording times at swim meets; Attend swim team events such as meets, meetings, and social events; Engage parents and cultivate relationships to create a collaborative swim team environment. Recommended qualifications include: 2-plus years’ experience as a competitive swimmer; 2-plus years of coaching experience; USA Swimming Coach or ASCA Level 1 certification (or willing to obtain certificate); must have a strong foundation in stroke mechanics and be able to communicate effectively with swimmers and their parents; enthusiastic, dynamic presence with good communication skills; other certifications including: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid (or willing to obtain certificate). For details email Head Coach Lisa Kanak at npsheadcoach@gmail.com or team president at npspresident@gmail.com or visit @naplestigersharks at Facebook or https://naplestigersharks.swimtopia.com

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Apr. 11, 18: Story Time at Support Site Library Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us at the Support Site Library for Story Time. Dates and themes are: April 4 - Musical Instruments; April 11 - National Library Week; April 18 - Poem in Your Pocket. Program is free. For details call DSN 629-4361 or Comm. 081-811-4361.

Apr. 17: Monthly Cup of Joe with the USO USO Naples hosts a complimentary to-go coffee and morning snack outside the Capodichino Air Terminal from 7 to 8 a.m. on April 17. For details call DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903.

Apr. 18: Month of the Military Child BBQ USO Naples will feature a special BBQ for our military children which will include grilled food, games, and prizes. This free event on April 18 will occur from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Village Forum courtyard. For details call DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903.

Apr. 20: Easter Eggstravaganza at Carney Park The Eggstravaganza be held April 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Carney Park. Bunny assistant volunteers are needed for this fun annual event to help set up / break down, distribute candy, and more. If your NSA Naplesrecognized private organization needs to raise money, your group can register as a food vendor. Sign up soon as space is limited. For details call DSN 629-4459 or Comm. 081-811-4459.

Apr. 23-24: American Red Cross Instructor CPR/AED/First Aid Class In the spirit of preparedness, the American Red Cross is offering a First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course to members of the Naples community. For details contact Naples@redcross.org or call DSN 626-4788.

Apr. 24: Spouse Coffee USO Naples hosts a fun and interactive afternoon social for NSA Naples community spouses which will feature a Chalk Couture craft event led

by Christina Luthy. This free event on April 24 will occur from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Community Center. Light refreshments are included. Limited availability, registration required in person. For details call DSN 6265713/629-4903.

Apr. 26: Andrea Cesone Trio at O’Rhys Irish pub Enjoy an evening of country and rock ‘n roll music with Andrea Cesone Trio.

Covers of hits including Alan Jackson, Elvis, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Brooks & Dunn and more. Show is free and begins at 8 p.m. For details call DSN 629-4459 or Comm. 081-811-4459.

Apr. 30: Monthly Family Game Night at Bambusa’s The USO, in collaboration with the

MORE BASE NOTES NEX and Bambusa, hosts an evening of fun family friendly games and trivia for a chance to win great prizes.

This free event occurs on April 30 from 6 to 7:30 pm at Bambusa’s (meal not included). For details call DSN 626-5713/629-4903.

May 3: Armed Forces Olympics (25th anniversary) at Carney Park Participate in a day of camaraderie by joining the Armed Forces Olympics on May 3. Register and submit your team by April 18. Command Representation coaches meetings will be held on Tuesdays, April 16 and 30, 24 p.m. at the Fitness Forum 2nd floor, on Support Site and on Thursday, April 18, Noon-1 p.m. at the Fit Zone, Capodichino. For details call DSN 629-6528 or Comm. 081-811-6528.

Now-Apr. 12: Capodichino Lane Closure PWD will be begin working on the fire suppression water distribution system across from BLD 406 Aircraft Hanger beginning 9 a.m. on Friday, April 5.

The eastbound (inbound) lane will be closed until April 12. Additionally, on April 10 at 9 a.m. the main roadway on Capodichino will be closed for about 45 minutes. The East Gate (back gate) will be open for the duration of the closure. A flagman will direct traffic during high traffic periods (morning/evening rush hours). A temporary traffic signal will be placed for low traffic volume times. Location details are shown in the "Fire Water Outage Traffic Control Plan.”

For details contact LT Daniel Syzdek at daniel.syzdek@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 626-4816 or Cell +39 337-129-9349.

Now-Apr. 15: Pre-registration for NSA Muscle & Fitness Show Register by April 15 for the NSA Muscle & Fitness Show for a discounted rate. The show will be held June 8 at 6 p.m. at the Support Site Village Forum Courtyard. There are two Women’s Categories: Figure and Physique, and two Men’s Categories: Bodybuilding and Physique. For details call DSN 626-6489 or Comm.

081-568-6489.

Now-Apr. 30: Celebrate Military Kids at the MWR Libraries The MWR Libraries celebrate various national occurrences throughout the month of April, including Month of the Military Child. A kid’s art contest for children runs all month, with awards to the best entry in each age category; 4-6 years, 7-10 years, 11-13 years. Pick up an entry form at the Support Site Library. For details call DSN 626-4360 or Comm. 081-5684360.

Now-June 15: Free Tax Filing with VITA Center Services The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Center will assist servicemembers, DoD employees, retirees and their families until June 15. VITA Volunteers will provide free assistance in filing your returns both at the Capodichino Library and Support Site at the Fleet and Family Center.

The service is by appointment only.

For details or registration email eurafswa_civlaw@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 626-4576 or Comm.

081-568-4576 Naples Middle High School Track Nearly Complete NSA Naples Middle High School expects the new track and tennis courts to be fully-finished in April 2019 and will be ready for the 2018/2019 track season home meets. Once completed, the track will be open to the community during school days from 5:30 p.m. to dusk and again from daylight to 7:00 a.m. It will also be open daylight to dusk during holidays, off days, and weekends. This schedule is subject to change due to scheduled school events. NMHS asks the community to please use the outside track lanes, adhere to posted instructions, and help keep the areas clean.

For details call DSN 629-7500 or Comm 081-811-7500.

OB/GYN Clinic Prenatal Courses USNH Naples is delighted to offer monthly prenatal courses for all families welcoming a new baby! On the first Wednesday of every month we offer the Second Trimester class from 9 to 10:30 a.m., the Expectant Fathers class from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and the Infant CPR class from 1 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. On the third Wednesday of every month, we offer the Third Trimester class from 9 to 11 a.m., and the Prenatal Breastfeeding class from 1 to 3 p.m.

All courses meet in the waiting room of the OB/GYN Clinic and do not require registration. Partners and spouses are highly encouraged and welcomed to attend! For details call DSN 629-6404 or Comm. 081-811-6404.

Non-Active Duty Leisure Travel Are you a Family Member with upcoming travel arrangements? Do you have questions concerning vaccine recommendations and area specific Traveler's Health precautions? No Problem! Follow these simple steps and you'll be good to go!

1) Use the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for Traveler's Health Information (https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list). Choose your destination and read the suggested

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traveler's health information. This ranges from vaccine suggestions to disease precautions and post trip medical advice.

2) If after using the CDC Traveler's Health resource you have further questions, please email inquiries pertaining to travel to usn.naples.navhospnaplesit.list.tra vel-medicine@mail.mil Make an appointment to see your provider, or see our Travel Medicine Clinic.

3) Travel Medicine Walk-In Hours.

Naval Hospital Naples, the Public Health Directorate Front Desk located on the 1st Floor can assist you from 0800-1130 and 1230-1600 on Wednesdays.

USNH Naples Physical Therapy Accepting New Active Duty Patients Only Effective immediately, the Physical Therapy Clinic at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will begin to refer new non-active duty patients to the Italian care network due to a shortage in provider staffing. Active duty service members 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. 081-8116183 with any questions or concerns.

NSA Traffic Safety Notes “April showers bring May Flowers" Remember that when it rains, the marble based roads here in Southern Italy get slippery and with the addition of poor drainage and standing water the chances and severity of accidents increase. The Bridge outside the base as well as the entrances and exits on and off the SS7 are especially slick in wet weather. Please slow your speeds to match driving conditions not local traffic.

We are currently at 5 DUI's since the 1st of October, (That is 5 too many)....Cannot stress enough DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE. Use a designated Driver, get a Taxi to the nearest base, if you cannot afford the taxi that night there are funds available to the CDO/OOD and you can reimburse them. The fact that Judgement and Decision making are two of the cognitive effects of alcohol SHALL be your first clue not to drive... THERE ARE NO EXCUSES TO DRINK AND DRIVE. Finally remember that with the warmer weather and longer days many pedestrians and two wheeled vehicles of all makes and sizes are out and mixing with your car/truck traffic.

DO NOT DRIVE DISTRACTED, look twice before you go, turn and back-up.

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Climate, Weather Questions-Answers From National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

What is climate?

Climate is the average weather usually taken over a 30-year time period for a particular region and time period. Climate is not the same as weather, but rather, it is the average pattern of weather for a particular region.

Weather describes the short-term state of the atmosphere.

Biosphere The biosphere is the part of Earth’s atmosphere, land, and oceans that supports any living plant, animal, or organism. It is the place where plants and animals, including humans, live.

What is our climate system?

Our climate system is made up of the atmosphere, oceans, land, ice and our biosphere.

What is weather?

The weather is just the state of the atmosphere at any time, including things such as temperature, precipitation, air pressure and cloud cover.

Daily changes in the weather are due to winds and storms.

Seasonal changes are due to the Earth revolving around the sun.

Atmosphere The atmosphere covers the Earth. It is a thin layer of mixed gases which make up the air we breathe. This thin layer also helps the Earth from becoming too hot or too cold.

Oceans Oceans cover about 70 percent of Earth’s surface. Their large size and thermal properties allow them to store a lot of heat.

Land Land covers 27 percent of Earth’s surface and land topography influences weather patterns.

Ice Ice is the world’s largest supply of freshwater. It covers the remaining 3 percent of Earth’s surface including most of Antarctica and Greenland. Ice plays an important role in regulating climate, because it is highly reflective.

What causes weather?

Because the Earth is round and not flat, the Sun’s rays don’t fall evenly on the land and oceans. The Sun shines more directly near the equator bringing these areas more warmth. However, the polar regions are at such an angle to the Sun that they get little or no sunlight during the winter, causing colder temperatures.

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When air in one region is warmer than the surrounding air, it becomes less dense and begins to rise, drawing more air in underneath. Elsewhere, cooler denser air sinks, pushing air outward to flow along the surface and complete the cycle.

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DAILY TOURS

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

TouRS oPeN To BoTh u.S. MiliTARY AND NATo i.D. CARD holDeRS

Apr. 6: Apr. 7: Apr. 12: Apr. 13: Apr. 14:

Sorrento and Amalfi by Land & Sea . . . . €54 A Day in Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €35 Wine & Dine in a Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €55 Positano & Amalfi by Boat . . . . . . . . . . . €64 A Day in Sorrento . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €20 Wine tasting tours are for adults only

EXTENDED TOURS Apr. 9-13: Apr. 13-14: Apr 20-21: May 11-12: May 24-27: July 4-7:

Spring Break in Morocco . . . . . . . . . . €1,070 Spring Break Weekend in Capri . . . . €209 Easter Weekend in Florence and Pisa . €195 Mother’s Day Weekend in Ischia . . . . €169 Memorial Day Weekend on the French Riviera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €475 4th of July Weekend in Malta . . . . . . . €485

For tour information, call the USO at DSN 626-5713 or 629-4903 or visit www.sg-tours.com

15 MERCATO/CLASSIFIED ADS PANoRAMA April 5, 2019

• FREE MERCATO ADS •

A Panorama/NSA Public Affairs Office courtesy service available for U.S. or NATO ID cardholders who have orders to PCS within six months. RULES: • New ads must be submitted on a completed Mercato form, along with a copy of both the member’s ID card (front and back) and ONLY the first two pages of PCS orders or equivalent.

• Ads are limited to one per category and 25 words maximum. Ads for free pets are limited to one per person or organization (copy of ID required) and run on a space-available basis. One contact phone number per ad; no e-mail addresses.

• Deadline for submission is Monday, noon for the following Friday. Public holidays (U.S. or Italian) are not an exception to this rule.

ADS RUN ONE WEEK ONLY! • Any incomplete ad or ad received after the Monday, noon deadline will not be printed in that Friday’s issue. Late submissions will be considered for the next available publication. Incomplete or illegible ads will not be considered.

• Free Mercato Ad forms, the only acceptable form of submission, are available at http://www.cnic.navy.mil/naples/newsroom/panorama/ (click on the Mercato link) or at the NSA Public Affairs Office during normal business hours.

• Ads and supporting documentation can be faxed to 081-568-5112 (DSN 626-5112) or delivered in person to the Public Affairs Office, Capodichino, Admin I, Room 208. No other form of submission will be accepted.

• To renew for the following week call 081-568-5856/5907 (DSN 6265856/ 5907) by noon Monday. Ads not renewed by the deadline will not be published.

• PAID CLASSIFIED ADS •

For services and products not eligible for free insertion in “Mercato.” Classified ads can be placed at STAMPA GENERALE (Panorama Advertising Office) located at NSA Capodichino, Building 450, 1st Floor. Cost is € 1,00 (one Euro) per word (minimum 10 words). For information on paid ads please call 081-568-7884 (DSN 626-7884). Deadline is Wednesday 4 p.m. for the current week’s edition.

M ISCELLANEOUS LUES BAND in Pomigliano is looking for musicians for positive project. Personal music room \ playing saturday afternoon. Ask Angelo cell 334-110-1843.

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OMEMADE CAKES/SWEETS by Annalisa and Rosy: Plumcakes, pancakes, apple pies, pumpkin pies, traditional Neapolitan sweets (baba’, caprese, etc).

Rosy 349-0678071.

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