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Independence Day Lunch and Learn
Joint Task Force Guantanamo Bay Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Juan Hidalgo served as the keynote speaker at the monthly “Learn and Learn” sponsored by the Muticultural Observance Committee, July 18. Kelly Wirfel Naval Station Guantanamo Bay Public Affairs Officer
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n celebration of Independence Day, Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba’s Multicultural Observance Committee (MOC) hosted a “Lunch and Learn” at the community center, July 18. “As the Multicultural Observance Committee in GTMO our mission is to ensure that every DoD observance which are held annually in support of Joint Congressional Resolution, Presidential Proclamation and the achievements of all groups that comprise the society of the United States are recognized,” said NAVSTA GTMO’s deputy Chaplain Larry Jones and MOC Chairman. “In keeping with the purpose of the observance, the MOC hosted the Independence Day event to teach people about the history of Independence Day and also provide them the opportunity to share why they are proud to be an American.” Jones kicked the event off with Independence Day trivia questions and then read a speech that President Obama gave on the Fourth of July wishing American’s a happy Fourth of July. Obama also took a moment to thank the military, who he said played a “vital role” in protecting both the U.S. and countries around the world who are “living in peace today, free to write their own futures” thanks to America’s soldiers. The guest speaker, Joint Task Force Guantanamo Bay Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Juan Hidalgo then took the stage. “When I was asked to be the guest speaker they told me that the theme was why I was proud to be an American,” said Hidalgo. “When I reflected on it, I immediately through back to poem that was written during the War of 1812 and also how I continuously thought
of that very poem during a time of battle in Iraq.” Hidalgo told a personal story of a very confrontational night when he and his Marines were at battle with the opposition forces throughout the entire night. “I saw so many heroic acts that night. The enemies were bringing it hard that night and it lasted all night long. They kept trying to cross our line,” said Hidalgo. ““The following morning something happened that meant more to me than any one of my medals and it was when a young man in a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) looked over at me and said, “Gunny, thank you for keeping us alive last night.” He was thanking my Marines for protecting him and keeping him alive.”” Hidalgo then tied his speech together and again reflected back to the poem that was written in 1812. “That morning I looked over and saw the American flag flying proudly on one of our tanks and I again thought of that very poem that has now become our National Anthem,” said Hidalgo. ““As I saw that flag flying all I could think about was the verse of the Nation Anthem that reads, “And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.” That night those men did outstanding things to defend our freedom and ensure our flag was still flying and THAT is why I am proud to be an American.”” Following the keynote speaker, guests enjoyed traditional American food which included hotdogs and hamburgers and also enjoyed an essay from CE2 (SCW) Nina Pinidi who was selected as the first place winner for the Active Duty category of the America’s Independence Day essay contest. Also placing first in the essay contest for grades 9 through 12 was Aracelis Santana.
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NS Guantanamo Bay’s Commanding Officer, Capt. J.R. Nettleton congratulates MASN Richardson on his selection as Sailor of the Week.
MASTER AT ARMS SEAMAN RICHARDSON
■Job/Department: Patrolman/ Security ■Age: 20 ■Hometown: Detroit, Michigan ■Favorite Musician: Mac Miller ■Favorite Movie: Shooter ■Favorite Book: You Want Me To Do What Favorite Sports Team: Detroit Red Wings ■Favorite GTMO Restaurant: Windjammer ■Goal: Become a U.S. Marshall ■TV Show: Duck Dynasty ■Hero: Herb Brooks ■Sailor of the Week Because: Seaman Richardson dealt with reports and handled situations on patrol with the utmost professionalism.
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COMMANDING OFFICER EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMMAND MASTER CHIEF
Guantanamo Bay Gazette
CAPT. JOHN NETTLETON CMDR. COLIN CASWELL CMDCM (SW/EXW/AW) ROSS CRAMER
PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER GAZETTE EDITOR PHOTOJOURNALIST
NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA
KELLY WIRFEL MCC(SW/AW) KEITH BRYSKA MCSN JASON BAWGUS
The Guantanamo Bay Gazette is an authorized publication for members of the military services and their families stationed at U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Navy, and do not imply endorsement thereof. The editorial content is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. The Guantanamo Bay Gazette is printed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Document Services with a circulation of 1,000.
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9-Digit ZIP Codes Mandatory for FPOs By Debbie Dortch NAVSUP Corporate Communications
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (NNS) -- Effective immediately, family, friends, and businesses sending mail to Navy mobile units must use a nine-digit ZIP code to ensure delivery, according to an ALNAV message released July 12 by Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. Mail not addressed correctly, including mail already en route, will be returned to the sender as undeliverable. “Every mobile unit - ships, squadrons, detachments, et cetera - has a unique nine-digit ZIP code,” said Naval Supply Systems Command Postal Policy Division Director Thomas Rittle. “Commanding officers will provide the correct ZIP codes to Sailors so they can notify their correspondents about the new address requirement.” According to the message, “The United States Postal Service (USPS) is resizing military mail processing operations from two coastal locations to one located in Chicago, Ill. to gain efficiencies in military mail delivery. As part of this effort, new procedures affecting configuration of mobile Fleet Post Office (FPO) addresses have been implemented to completely leverage automated mail sorting equipment and reduce manual sorting workload.” USPS automated equipment is set up to read the nine-digit ZIP code separated with a dash between the first five digits and the last four digits. The nine-digit ZIP code is required for all classes of mail. The ALNAV message is available at http://www.public.navy. mil/bupers-npc/reference/messages/Documents/ALNAVS/ ALN2013/ALN13047.txt.
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ZIP codes are a system of postal codes used by the United States Postal Service (USPS) since 1963. The term ZIP is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan. All U.S. addresses have a standard five-digit ZIP code that informs the postal service of the area of the country and the post office where mail is received. In 1983, the USPS added four digits to ZIP codes to help further pinpoint a recipient’s location. The NAVSUP and Navy Supply Corps team share one mission-to deliver sustained global logistics and quality-oflife support to the Navy and joint warfighter. NAVSUP/Navy Supply Corps’ diverse team of more than 25,000 civilian and military personnel oversee a diverse portfolio including supply chain management for material support to Navy, Marine Corps, joint and coalition partners, supply operations, conventional ordnance, contracting, resale, fuel, transportation, security assistance, and quality of life issues for our naval forces, including food service, postal services, Navy Exchanges, and movement of household goods. The NAVSUP/Navy Supply Corps team forms a vast network of professionals who deliver unparalleled products and services to customers in the Fleet and across the world. The new zip codes for Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay are listed below; Box Zip 1-99 09593-0001 101-199 09593-0002 201-299 09593-0003 301-399 09593-0004 401-499 09593-0005
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Lt. Larry Jones NS Guantanamo Bay Chaplain Services
“Be Unique” It is my belief that we’ve all been given cer tain gifts, talents and skills for the purpose of fulf illing the passions within our hear ts. The question is, will ever yone see the unique gifts or talents you possess? Does it even matter if anyone recognizes that you’ve been blessed with something special? Sadly, many people can make judgments based merely on appearances, socioeconomic status, intellectual ability, or the right connection.
There was a king in histor y named David. He was destined to be king of Israel; however, when the time of selection came he was not seen as the most likely candidate to r ule the people of Israel. After Samuel considered seven of Jesse’s sons, it was the eighth son, David the shepherd boy, who made the selection. The tr uth in his stor y was that man looked on the outer appearance, but God saw the hear t. Remember; don’t let people and their judgments detour you from fulfilling the passion(s) you have in your hear t. I believe there will be a time when you will have an encounter wherein your gifts will place you in the position to fulfill your destiny. Stay focused and stay tr ue to who you are. You are unique.
Joint Task Force Change of Command Ceremony MCSN Jason Bawgus Photo Journalist
Rear Admiral John Smith relinquished command of Joint Task Force (JTF) Guantanamo Bay at a Change of Command ceremony, July 16. He will be moving on as the Commandant of Joint Forces Staff College. The event also welcomed Rear Admiral Richard Butler who assumed command of JTF Guantanamo Bay.
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Guantanamo Bay Supports “Feds Feed Families” Campaign Kelly Wirfel Naval Station Public Affairs Officer
Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay’s community has a unique opportunity to participate in the nation-wide campaign, Feds Feed Families, July 19 to Aug. 23. While the majority of stateside bases will be collecting non-perishable food items, Guantanamo Bay will be holding “Feds Feed Families” Friday’s. “We are faced with a challenge here at GTMO with the shipping of canned goods and nonperishable items off island. In order to overcome this challenge, we are collecting monetary donations that will go directly to those in need in the states,” said Thomas George, who is coordinating different GTMO groups to join the fundraising efforts. Every Friday beginning July 19 to Aug. 23 a donation station will be located at the Navy Exchange atrium and each week a different GTMO non-Federal entity will staff the station. “The station will be staffed by different GTMO groups each week,” said George. “This will give the entities the opportunity to show off their talents and tell the GTMO community what they
do, while raising money for hungry families across America.” This summer, USDA will lead the Feds Feed Families campaign with the support of the Chief Human Capital Officers Council and other agency partners. Since the campaign began in 2009, Federal workers have donated and collected 15.2 million pounds of food and other non-perishable items to support families across America. At the end of the campaign all money raised will go to the Regional Food Bank in Oklahoma City, OK to support hungry families still affected by the devastating tornadoes of May, 2013. “The Regional Food Bank in Oklahoma was chosen because of their excellent work in the that area, exceptionally low administrative costs and overall effectiveness in feeding hungry families,” said George. This week’s donation station will offer oldfashioned lemonade served up by community volunteers. If interested in sponsoring a donation station or for additional information contact Mr. Thomas George at 2128.
GTMO SHOPPER
E-mail classified ad submissions to
PAO-CLASSIFIEDADS@ USNBGTMO.NAVY.MIL If sent to any other e-mail, it may not be published. Submit your ad NLT noon Wednesdays for that week’s Gazette. Ads are removed after two weeks. Re-submit the ad to re-publish. The Gazette staff and NS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, page. The Public Affairs Office has final editorial discretion on all content. Call MCC Keith Bryska at 4520 with your questions or concerns. Please keep ads to a minimum of 5 items.
VEHICLES 2003 Kawasaki ninja ex500 low miles maintenance done regularley asking $2000 call 77795-Steve 1996 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup Teal and Silver Approximately 182,000 miles 5-Speed Transmission 2 new tires A/C CD/USB/AUX Radio and Speakers Asking $2,200Call Jason 3192 1800-2100- 78647 2002 Chevy Impala, ex. condition, 44,000 miles A/C $4500 OBO 1998 Plymouth Voyager, excellent condition, recently tuned up $3250 contact Nada 78236 or 8235 after 3pm or on weekends.
HOUSEHOLD GOODS
Entertainment Centre $60, Small coffee Table $20, Clothes Dryer $150, Large Wall Mirror $15 -- Call Esaleta at 77148 Blender $15, 10 cup Hamilton Beach Food Processor $20, Cool Daddy Fryer $15, Power Juicer $40, Red Sofa with 2 pillows $100, Living room table $40, 200 count DVD shelf $20, Computer Table $25, All in one HP wireless printer $25 -- Call Tony at 77106 after 1500 Excellent Toaster and Egg maker for $25, Panini Presser and griller with exchangeable face plates for $20, Blender for $10, 10-cup food processor for $25, Mini food processor for $5, Wave oven for $40, Power Juicer $40, Very nice and comfortable Ashley Red coach for $100 Very good quality White TV stand with matching living room table for $80, Comfortable blue recliner available July 11th -- $80, Red sound block curtains with pole -- $20 Nice curtain set with pole $15 Queen bed with black leather frame and matching dresser available July 11th for $300 Computer disk for $20. Call Tony at 77106 after 1530 or by email Satcat661@gmail.com $5 EACH: backpack, white bathroom scale, large picture frame W/ out glass, tan bathroom rug, set of 5 nylon hibiscus totes, star pattern tote, bath & body works colorful handbag, blue plaid Aeropostale tote, vintage Coach handbag, beach bag, hibiscus backpack, set of curtain rods. $10 EACH: gray bathroom rug, tan Justin boots sz 8 B, Reebok hiking boots sz 8 1/2, Bunn coffee maker (needs pot) $15 EACH: Zip It swing bag/tote, area rug approx. 55 in. X 30 in.
$70: Very gently used black Coach leather handbag, no scuffs or stains $100 firm: Custom made, never used, ships wheel shadow box If interested, please contact Lori @ 77749
OUTDOOR REC 2 Beach Cruiser Bicycles, 1 black with red trim, 1 blue with back rack $80 each or $150 for both contact Olivia Lowery at 84740 ` Boat for sale, 19’ CENCON Stapleton, 130 Honda Motor, Radio, fish finder/GPS and mp3 player included. Asking $8K call Lara Tur at 75578. Front Bumper for 4X4 Jeep Wrangler model 2010 for $150 Briggs & Stratton 500 Lawn Mower, Paulan Weed Eater and Black & Decker Cordless Broom for $150 call Ed at 90025 email at edballesteros@brgtmo.com $275 firm: Seac Caccia 135 pneumatic speargun with high/ low regulator. Only in the water 1 time and only shot 3 times. This is currently the largest speargun manufactured If interested, please contact Lori @ 77749
ELECTRONICS TV satellite dish for $350. Call 77125, 84034 or 4003. “Panasonic 42” Plasma HDTV and home theater system. DVD/Blu-Ray player with iPod dock and Netflix/ Youtube streaming, 6 speakers, manuals, 2 remotes. New list prices are TV $499, theater system $399. Selling set for $500 OBO. Contact Greg, 84656/dixongregory@gmail. com.” 4FT Direct TV Satellite that receives HD signal from 99,101,103 at the same time, includes SWM and power inserter. Works in GTMO and yes you will receive all the HD channel the Direct TV offers. Asking for $500. Available July, 11th 3D Samsung Blu-Ray Player with built-in wireless. $80 All in one HP printer available July, 11th for $25 Call Tony at 77106 after 1530 or by email Satcat661@gmail.com SCSI modem including accessories $50, Cisco linksys E2500 router in original box $50, both for $90 Call john at 84645 between 7 a.m and 6 p.m. 4 FT Satellite Dish for Broadband Internet Package comes with full internet package and active account ready to go and no wait list necessary$600 e-mail david@kingfx.com
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Out drinking? Put the keys down and call Safe Ride at 84913 or 84781. Don’t drink and drive.
WATER RESTRICTIONS
The Naval Station is currently experiencing water production limitations and is under a tight water restriction. We are asking all residents to adhere to the following rules; no lawn watering,
no vehicle washing at homes, limit plant watering, no washing of sidewalks with potable water and residents are asked to report possible leaks to the Public Works Department at 4535.
GALLEY CLOSURE
The Gold Hilly Galley will be closed from July 8 to July 23. The galley will be open to meal pass patrons only (blue card). No cash sales will be accepted.
GTMO BIKE RUN
Interested in participating in a motorcycle run? Twenty riders are needed to organize the event. If you are interested email Erano Vasquez at erano.vasquez@gtmo. navy.mil.
QUALITY OF LIFE BOARD QOL@GTMO.NAVY.MIL Q. We were VERY upset at the amount of smoking going on at the Lyceum during movies. We pride ourselves in being fit and healthy and promoting a safe environment for our children. But taking them to see the children’s movie ( Despicable Me) last night at the downtown Lyceum, my children 21 months and 4 yrs were exposed to a great deal of smokers drift ALL over us, and everybody else. Many other parents have voiced their dislike at this to me also. WHY are these people allowed to stand 20 feet away in the sideline smoking away watching the films while their smoke pollutes everybody sitting watching the movie. If this continues we would not be able to take our children to see movies. And it is at ALL the movies this happens. We are very concerned and would like some attention to be paid to this problem as soon as possible. I realize this is an outdoor public area, but do we really want to damage the health of our young children just so they can see a movie!! A. Provided by the MWR Director: I couldn’t agree more. Smoking is not allowed at the Lyceum at all – the designated smoking area is the furniture store parking lot. Note: This is not the only QOL concern we have received about smoking on base. Residents are asked to please adhere to the designated smoking areas. Signs are posted in these areas. Smoking is also PROHIBITED while pumping gas. We need to be patrolling each other. If you see someone smoking in an area that is not a designated smoking area, nicely ask them to move to a designated area.
GTMO JOB HUNT
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Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Overseas office has a part time position for: Nutritionist/Dietitian/Nurse/Home Economist/Physician Assistant. Requires a B.S. in Nursing, Nutrition, Dietetics, or Home Economics. Experience in prenatal, maternal or infant nutrition desirable. Must be U.S. citizen. Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to: wicoverseasjobs@ choctawcontracting.com. Social Services Assistant Comfortable working with a diverse population Must be fluent in Spanish Full time and part time positions available Local hires only – G4 position, one year fixed term contract Call 74788 FMI
MOVIES DOWNTOWN LYCEUM FRIDAY Rim 8 p.m.: Pacific PG-13
10:30p.m.: The Internship PG-13
July 19 131 min.
119 min.
SATURDAY July 20 8 p.m.: This is the End R
10:30 p.m.: Man of Steel PG-13
107 min.
143 min.
SUNDAY July 21 8 p.m.: The Lone Ranger PG-13
135 min.
MONDAY July 22 Purge 8 p.m.: The R 85 min. TUESDAY July 23 8 p.m.: Now You See Me (LS) PG-13
116 min.
WEDNESDAY 8 p.m.: After Earth (LS)
July 24
THURSDAY
July 25 `
PG-13
8 p.m.:
Home Alone PG
100 min.
103 min.
CALL THE MOVIE HOTLINE @ 4880
Navy College Here To Help Military Families MCSN Jason Bawgus Photo Journalist
The Navy College Office is an excellent resource for service members and dependents stationed at Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay who wish to continue their education. “The Navy College provides Sailors with opportunities to earn college degrees through a variety of programs. Our mission is to provide continual academic support to Sailors while they pursue a technical or college degree, regardless of their location or duty station,” said Julio Garcia, Director of the Navy College Office GTMO. “The support provided by Navy College GTMO include academic planning and counseling, career interest inventories counseling, SAT/ ACT testing opportunities, tuition assistance benefits, counseling regarding military credit recommendations, job apprenticeships opportunities and enlisted to officer accession programs counseling among others.” Before showing up to the Navy College office there are a few steps that one would have to take in order to have a truly effective academic planning session such as determining goals while in the military and after. “The first step to start courses is to set up an academic counseling appointment to discuss short and long term goals. Based on this, recommendations of possible schools and programs are made,” said Garcia. “Once a service member decides which school to attend they must complete the Navy Tuition Assistance Policies and Procedures training offered by NCO GTMO.” One of the misconceptions is that the Navy College Office is actually a school that a degree could be earned from similar to Columbia College of Missouri on base that offers classes.
“Navy College Office GTMO is not a school, we are a tenant command here in GTMO and part of the Vountary Education Directorate (VOLED) of the Department of the Navy Center for Personal and Professional Development command,” said Garcia. “There is a local school on base which is Columbia College of Missouri but there are 40 plus other schools that are part of the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership, these schools offer rate related degrees to Navy personnel.” It is possible for someone to earn or finish a degree through the Navy College Office depending on previous education as well as time in rate. “Depending on the short and long term goals of a sailor, and taking into consideration the amount of American Council on Education credit recommendations I their Joint Services Transcript is may be possible to complete a degree while stationed in GTMO,” said Garcia. “For example, an E5 may be able to complete an associate’s degree by completing as little as 8 college courses.” Of course all of this would depend on what someone’s goals are as far as while still in the military and also in the long term. For anyone interested in pursuing a degree or even just wanting to take a few classes to make the transition after the military easier you can call extension 2227 or by email at nco. gtmo@usnbgtmo.navy.mil to schedule an appointment. The Navy College Office is open Monday through Thursday from 0745 until 1600 and is located in room 11 of the Chapel Hill Annex.
Teen Center Grand Opening
NS Guantanamo Bay’s Commanding Officer, Capt. J.R. Nettleton, MWR staff , teens and youth pose for a pictures outside the newly renovated Teen Center, July 12. The Teen Center is located at the Bowling Center.
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