July 20, 2012 Panorama

57th year, No. 28

Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military communities in italy

An island getaway, minus the crowds

Friday, July 20, 2012

‘May I Kiss You?’ a novel approach to sexual assault awareness training

By MCSN Erik Luebke, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe

aval Support Activity (NSA) Naples will host “May I Kiss You?” and “Help! My Teen is Dating” training July 26 and 27.

The workshops will be led by Mike Domitrz, founder and executive director of the Date Safe Project, Inc. According to the Date Safe Project website, The “May I Kiss You?” workshop emphasizes the importance of asking permission and obtaining consent before engaging in sexual activity, using humor to drive the message home. Meanwhile, the “Help! My Teen is Dating” workshop provides tools needed for parents to approach their children about dating and romance, helping build respect and ensure that teens know the consequences of bad behavior.

“Mr. Domitrz is presenting three different topics during his visit here,” said Maggie Lynn, information and referral specialist at Fleet and Family Support Center.

“The first course, ‘May I Kiss You?,’ is an in-depth look at the realities of dating and intimacy.”

In “May I Kiss You?,” Domitrz uses candid advice, real-life scenarios and interactive exercises as an innovative way to approach dating and romance, while building respect and heightening awareness of sexual misconduct and assault.

The second class, called “Help!

My Teen is Dating,” offers “real solutions to tough conversations,” said Lynn.

“This workshop is for parents and shares suggestions on talking to teenagers about intimacy, dating, self-respect, self-esteem, the dangers of alcohol and other issues related to safe dating,” said Lynn.

The third and final course is the “May I Kiss You? Training the Trainer” workshop. Participants will learn how to handle tough training situations, including addressing real concerns about dating and intimacy as well as how to create a balance of careful and effective use of humor versus hard-hitting questions.

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The island of Procida is the smallest of the three islands in the Gulf of naples. Its beauty was made famous around the world by the 1994 film "Il Postino" ("The Postman"), which was set in the colorful fishing village of La Corricella. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)

Loaner Locker program helps newcomers to Naples settle in

By MC3 Josh Bennett, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe

The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) at Naval Support Activity Naples offers the Loaner Locker Program to assist newcomers who are waiting for their household goods to arrive.

The Loaner Locker program temporarily provides small household items to those with Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders who have yet to receive their household goods shipment. The program keeps itself well-stocked with items that personnel and their families may need while waiting for their household goods to arrive. The list of items available includes blankets, irons, coffee makers, silverware and more. The FFSC doesn’t put stipulations on how

many items people can and can’t take.

“We had one person that came in and only took a whisk, because that was all he needed,” said Maggie Lynn, information and referral specialist at the FFSC. The program lends out the items for a period of 60 days, but the FFSC is willing to extend past the 60 days if necessary.

“We understand that household goods don’t always arrive on time, so we like to stay flexible,” said Maria Sommese, relocation specialist at the FFSC. When situations come up that lead to service members needing the provided items longer, the FFSC staff requests that borrowers call the FFSC office to inform them of the situation. No extra paperwork is needed to extend past the 60 days.

The Fleet and Family Support Center’s Loaner Locker program can supply recently arrived personnel with kitchen utensils and other household items they may need as they wait for their household goods to arrive. (Photo by MC3 Josh Bennett)

Lynn added the program isn’t only for service members just now arriving, but also for those who are leaving. Individuals who have already shipped their household goods are similarly eligible to use the Loaner Locker.

The Loaner Locker’s busiest time of year is during late spring and early summer, when the highest number of people are “PCSing.”

For more information on the Loaner Locker Program, contact the FFSC at 081-811-6372.

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Weekly crime statistics Review what happened between July 9 and July 15.

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Gaeta sailors explore the depths of history Page 10

Walking among the dead in Naples cemeteries Page 11

Service members step up for NMCRS fund drive Page 13

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Captain’s Corner

Summer is halfway over, and many of you have taken or plan to take trips within Italy and across Europe. Traveling is fun, and it’s one of the highlights of an overseas tour, but it’s also inherently dangerous as you drive long distances and explore unfamiliar areas.

Please plan your trips wisely.

Whether it’s breaking up a long drive instead of trying to make it straight through to Copenhagen in one day, or hiring a tour guide to show you the sights of a city you’re unfamiliar with, prior planning will help ensure you and your traveling companions make it home safely.

We’re moving into the Italian vacation season as the month of August creeps up on us and Ferragosto sends many of us off to the beach or elsewhere. There may be situations, however, where lines are a bit longer or things seem to get done a little slower than they normally do. I ask for patience as you interact with my personnel who provide various services on base.

It’s that time of the year again: Permanent Change of Station season is upon us, and we need to ensure that we make the transition as easy as possible for our new personnel. I want to remind supervisors to choose sponsors wisely. Make sure the individual you pick represents your department well and that he or she matches up with the incoming service member as closely as possible. In other words, don’t have a single service member who resides in the BEQ sponsor a sailor who is bringing his or her family and living on the economy. Additionally, remember to have sponsors sign up new arrivals for Area Orientation, which is mandatory for all new personnel at NSA Naples.

We all remember first getting here and the hand-holding we needed (or didn’t get). Sponsors ought to be dragging their incoming personnel around to ensure they get a taste of Italy and all the information they need to live over here. The USO and Information, Tours and Travel have a host of tours aimed at getting you out of the Navy Lodge and into the local community to see some of the amazing sights in and around Naples. Part of taking care of your sailors is giving them adequate time off to accomplish all the things they need done and make sure their family is settled.

Volunteers are needed everywhere, so look into the many organizations we have so you can help build our community, make new friends and have fun. There are plenty of new people starting to check in, so now’s a great time to welcome them and emphasize the countless opportunities that await them. We are currently looking for volunteers for the Navy Ball committee; if you are interested please contact Lt. Yee at 081-568-5450.

Lastly, whether you skateboard, bike, scooter or roller blade, I would like to remind you to wear a helmet. For those in doubt, if it has wheels and it’s not a car, wear a helmet (strollers excluded). This rule applies at all NSA installations (i.e., Carney Park, Capodichino and the Support Site), and to people of all ages.

Have a great weekend!

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From Panorama staff reports

USO Pool Party Aug. 10

By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer

Melissa Kabukuru, editor:

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Grab the kids and treat the whole family to a splashin’ Friday night at the Support Site pool. The USO Pool Party will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 10. Refreshments, water games, giveaways, and music will make for a relaxing summer evening. A maximum of 75 people can participate.

Tickets cost € 2. Sign up at a USO center to join the fun. For more information, call the USO Naples at 081568-5713 or 081-811-4903, or visit www.uso.it.

Family Readiness Group Leadership Training available through the FFSC The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) team is available to provide Family Readiness Group Leadership Training to any interested community organization. Family Readiness Groups can serve as a support service network to prepare service members for deployments and homecomings, and can also provide family support during deployments. For more information, please contact the Fleet and Family Support Center ombudsman coordinator at 081-811-6372.

Vacuum and pressure washing equipment to require pre-paid cards; card giveaway July 25 The Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Auto/Wood Skills Center at the Support Site will soon change how customers pay for vacuums and pressurewash equipment. The Auto/Wood Skills Center is removing the current token system that is used to operate the vacuum and pressure wash, and will install a new chip-card distributor. Customers will be able to purchase a chip-card for $4 and load as much credit on the card as they would like.

To inaugurate and present this new system, the MWR Auto/Wood Skills Center will offer the first 50

customers who come into the center Wednesday, July 25 a new chip-card with $6.00 credit already loaded (a $10 value) for only $5.

To use the new system, customers can insert the card into the appropriate slot to operate the pressure-wash and vacuum equipment. For each use, $2 will automatically be deducted from the credit on the card.

While the vacuum and pressure-wash equipment will start using the chip cards July 25, the automatic car wash will continue to use tokens as before.

As necessary or desired, the cost of the chip-card and any credit remaining can be promptly refunded during regular operational hours at the Auto/Wood Skills Center.

Alumni representatives sought for the 2012 Naples High School College Night The Naval Support Activity Naples school liaison officer and the Naples High School Guidance Office are seeking community members to represent their alma maters Wednesday, October 10 for this year’s College Night. The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at Naples High School.

The support of alumni representatives from the community is essential to the success of Naples College Night. This early start provides plenty of lead time for those interested to request and receive promotional materials from their alma maters. Interested individuals should contact their college or university’s admission office as soon as possible. Most colleges accept requests via e-mail as well as by phone. Inform the college admissions office that Naples Middle/High School has a population of 540 students to ensure the office sends sufficient material.

To register for a College Night table, contact the school liaison officer at 081-811-6549 or pamela.oconnor@eu.navy.mil.

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Girl Scouts Summer Carnival set for July 21 The Naples area Girl Scouts will hold a summer carnival Saturday, July 21 in the Naples Elementary School cafeteria from 3 to 6 p.m.

The event will include games and food. All are welcome to attend. If you would like to volunteer at the event, please e-mail naplesgirlscouts@usagso-na.org.

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Aug. 15-16 In this workshop you will have an opportunity to explore your experiences with and your attitudes about suicide. You will also have an opportunity to better understand the needs of a person at risk of suicide and learn how to use suicide first-aid to meet those needs.

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Italian students tour nSa naples Italian students from the Istituto Vescovile Summer Camp in nola (napoli province) took a break from their activities to spend a day at naval Support activity (nSa) naples Capodichino. They were very happy to visit nSa facilities, and posed for a group picture with nSa Command Master Chief Charles Collins. (Photo by MC1 John Parker)

IN MEMORIAM SKC John W. Koenig (Ret.)

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U.S. Navy Chief Storekeeper John W. Koenig (Ret.), a former Naples resident, passed away July 18, 2012 in Naples while on vacation from Myrtle Beach, S.C. He was 84. He is survived by his wife, Arkina; daughters Elizabeth and Anna; and sons John and Michael.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

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Compiled by Teresa Merola

NBA tour coming to Naples this weekend The NBA Tour will take place on Via Caracciolo and Rotonda Diaz on the Naples waterfront Saturday, July 21 and Sunday, July 22.

The free event is a basketball tournament open to all.

As part of the tournament, an event village will be set up on a 1-kilometer stretch of the waterfront; the village will include inflatable play equipment, ball fields, and other installations.

The tournament will begin at 11 a.m. each day and continue late into the evening. Game play will consist of three-on-three matchups in various categories, including the under 14, under 16, and under 18 age groups; women; and all-stars. All of the participants will be given a complimentary official NBA jersey.

The tournament in Naples is one of many events throughout Italy that the NBA Tour is holding through September.

Italian man gets €9,000 ticket for driving without license An Italian man living in the northern town of Bergamo drove his car without a license for more than 32 years. He was stopped on many occasions, but he had always said he had lost his driving license or forgot it at home. Finally, police caught him and gave him a ticket for € 9,000.

‘King of Mozzarella’ arrested for ties to organized crime Giuseppe Mandara, known as the King of Mozzarella, was arrested Tuesday by Italian police. The Mandara Group is a worldwide exporter of buffalo mozzarella, selling its products to large chains in Europe, Japan

and the United States. Giuseppe Mandara, who is a third-generation mozzarella producer, is suspected of links to the notorious Casalesi clan of the Camorra organized crime group. Police seized assets worth €100 million (about $954 million). The charges against the Mandara Group include misleading consumers after the company falsely produced batches of mozzarella cheese with cheaper cow’s milk instead of the buffalo milk that is required by law to keep its protected origin status (DOP).

Fires burn in Italian national park On Tuesday, fire broke out in five different places at the Pollino National Park. More than 600 hectares of forest burned, while the flames approached a hill that is home to the famous Bosnian Pine trees. According to investigators, the fires were caused by criminal organizations. In 2007, more than 6,000 hectares of forest in the park burned. Meanwhile, fires destroyed several houses on Sardinia island, forcing 800 hotel guests and locals to escape the northeast of the island.

This year, forest officials have reported a 76 percent increase over last year’s fires.

Auto market crisis causes FIAT to temporarily close plant near Naples FIAT announced that its Pomigliano d’Arco plant near Naples will stop production from Aug. 20 to 31 due to the crisis the auto market is going through. The plant’s 2,150 workers would be furloughed for this period. Italy’s auto sales went down by almost 25 percent in June compared to the same month in 2011. If the sales are weak on the European auto market, Fiat may have to close one of its plants in Italy, said Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne.

20 GET YOUR UMUC FAST PLAN Take advantage of the University of Maryland University College (UMUC) fast plan July 9 to 20, which allows you to get a degree plan on the spot or within just a few days.

Find out how close you are to completing an associate or bachelor's degree with UMUC. Visit the UMUC office at Capodichino, call 081568-6675, or email advisingnavy-europe@umuc.edu.

20 ACT TEST The Navy College Office (NCO) will administer the ACT test July 20. Make your appointment now. Score reports arrive in Naples 6-8 weeks after the test date. FMI, call the NCO at 6266681/6684/6678 or e-mail nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.

20, 24, 27 CLEP/DSST TESTING Take a CLEP test in the automated National Test Center located in the Admin II building at Capodichino.

Call UMUC Maryland for an appointment at 081-568-6675. Visit the Navy College Office Naples for assistance in selecting the best test for your program.

21 GIRL SCOUTS SUMMER CARNIVAL Come join the Naples area Girl Scouts for a carnival Saturday, July 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Naples Elementary School cafeteria. Event will include food and games, and is open to everyone.

21 NOSC POOL PARTY Naples Overseas Spouses' Club (NOSC) is hosting a members-only pool party Saturday, July 21, at the Support Site Pool from 7:15 to 9:45 p.m. NOSC members can bring their families and will pay $5 per group of six. There will be games for the kids and prizes for the adults, as well as snacks. Reserve online at www.noscitaly.com.

23 PRAXIS TEST The last PRAXIS test of the academic year will be given July 23. Test is open only to those who registered before May 18.

FMI, call the NCO at 081-568-6681/6684/6678 or e-mail nco.naples@ eu.navy.mil.

24, 31 DEFENSE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTING Take the DLPT or the DLAB at the Navy College Office (NCO). Open to military members and government employees who have a CAC card. Make an appointment at the NCO by calling 081-568 6684/6683/6678 or send an e-mail to nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.

25 HOSPITAL EDUCATION FAIR Learn about on-site and other college opportunities in the Naples area. Sailors can attend a WEB Tuition Assistance brief the day of the Education Fair. FMI, visit the Navy College Office (NCO) at Capodichino, or contact the NCO at 081568-6681/6684/6678 or nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.

26 WEB TA BRIEF FOR SAILORS The WEB TA brief is at 9 a.m. July 26. Briefs will be held in room G-036 in the Admin II building at Capodichino. Visit the Navy College Office at Capodichino for more information or call 081-568-6681/6684/6678.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 board members. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com.

ALLIED SPOUSES CLUB is seeking strong candidates to fill the following leadership positions: events coordinator, volunteer coordinator and bazaar chairman. Annual rotation of leadership also means we are electing new board positions: president, vice president and secretary.

FMI, e-mail ascpresidentjfc@gmail.com.

LA MIMOSA THRIFT SHOP AT JFC is currently accepting volunteers to sort donations and staff the store. Hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. La Mimosa is closed Wednesdays and weekends. FMI, e-mail ascpresidentjfc@ gmail.com.

ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS! Are you interested in taking photos of Naples Elementary School students during the 2012-2013 school year? Contact Dr. Johnson at 081-811-4159 or donita.Johnson@ eu.dodea.edu.

THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) NEEDS VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTORS. ARC needs volunteer instructors for various courses. Those interested in becoming instructors can contact the ARC office at 081-568-4788.

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 more information, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@ animalswithoutlimits.com.

NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA is searching for people who want to lead the PTA during the 2012-2013 school year. PTA board members are elected every year and committee chairs are appointed every year. If you are interested in a board or chair position, please e-mail Angel Neese at itwife2000@yahoo.com.

NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913.

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The Marina Corricella is the oldest port on the island of Procida, filled with brightly-painted houses and fishing boats. (Photos by Melissa Kabukuru)

Procida: An island of quiet beauty Story and photos by Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor voice on the intercom announces the stop for Procida, and most people remain in their seats. Though I’m on a ferry with hundreds of people, only about 40 of us get off at the island of Procida, much to my relief.

Most are continuing on to Ischia for the day.

The smallest of the three islands of the Gulf of Naples, Procida isn’t known for glamorous shops like its sister island Capri, or thermal spas like nearby Ischia. Rather, it is a place of understated beauty still steeped in the ritual of the daily catch, where you are more likely to see fishermen and tanned Italians docking their boats than mobs of foreign tourists.

Even in the height of summer, the small crowd that exits the ferry quickly evaporates, dispersing throughout the quaint streets of the island. Procida’s small size means that I needn’t immediately hop on a bus to reach my destination; rather, I can walk to some of the main attractions. As I stroll toward the Terra Murata, a part of the island surrounded by medieval walls, I see no sign of my fellow ferry travelers — only local women hanging laundry, young men riding bikes and elderly gentlemen smoking outside coffee bars.

Reaching the Terra Murata on foot is made simple by following signs for the Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo, one of the area’s major landmarks.

The monastery and church are closed when I arrive (hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 3 to 5:30 p.m.), but ascending the 90 meters to get there has yielded beautiful views of the surrounding sea,

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The Terra Murata on the island of Procida is a walled medieval settlement built into the rock. It is the oldest inhabited area of the island and sits 90 meters above the sea.

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Fleet and Family Support Center events this week From the Fleet and Family Support Center

For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC.

UPCOMING FFSC NAPLES EVENTS Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register Sunday, July 22 – ALATEEN SUPPORT GROUP (9 - 10 a.m.) For ages 12 to 18.

Monday, July 23 to Friday, July 27 – TAP WORKSHOP: PRE-SEPARATION (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) At the Support Site Community Center.

Tuesday, July 24 – EASY ITALIAN (9 a.m. - noon; class 2 of 3) This an introduction to basic Italian language and conversation.

STRESS MANAGEMENT 101 (1:30 - 2:30 p.m.) Stress is a fact of life. Stress Management 101 provides opportunities to create work and life strategies to get to a healthier stress zone.

TEVEROLA MALL: “MEDI” (10:05 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Departs from the Support Site) Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus tickets at Information, Tours and Travel. Enjoy 100 stores, restaurants, and more. Only 10 minutes from the Support Site.

Wednesday, July 25 – CHOICES: MANAGING YOUR ANGER (2 - 4 p.m.; session 3 of 4) A four-session program focused on skills to manage anger and develop effective communication.

From the Belvedere dei due Cannoni (Tower of the Two Cannons) in Procida’s Terra Murata, you can enjoy views of the sea and the nearby marina town of La Corricella.

Islands of the Gulf

CULTURAL TIPS (11 a.m. - noon) Tiziana, an intercultural relations specialist, will be available to answer your cultural questions about food, holidays, trips, etiquette, transportation, the Italian language and much more.

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS (11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Capodichino Navy College Classroom) Our ability to express what we think and feel without clouding our ability to listen and respect how other think and feel is the greatest factor of success in our work and home life.

In this series, Panorama explores the three islands in the Gulf of Naples.

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memorable sights: the fishing village of La Corricella.

The Marina Corricella consists of dozens of houses constructed in typical Procida style, tightly packed and often stacked on top of one other.

What stands out the most, however, are the colors. Each house is painted a different shade to distinguish it from its neighbor. The result is a marina of myriad hues, which makes for a picturesque place to wander on foot or stop for lunch. The award-winning film “Il Postino” (“The Postman”) was set here, helping catapult the small fishing village to international fame.

You’ll find the staircase leading down to the dock if you follow signs for “Marina Corricella.”

From here, my next stop is one of Procida’s beaches. While there are several beaches on the island, I choose to head to Chiaiolella, perhaps Procida’s most popular stretch of sand. Beach bars and restaurants line the shore; most of them rent umbrellas and beach chairs. The price for mine is €13, but the payoff is the chance to walk a beach consisting of fine sand that is friendly to the feet, devoid of rocks and pebbles. As I wade chest-deep in the water, the sea is clear enough that I can look down and see my feet sinking into the sand below.

This helps me let go of fears that I might step on a rock or a sea creature, luring me out deeper into the ocean for

HOW TO MAKE NEAPOLITAN ESPRESSSO CAFFÉ (9 - 11 a.m.) Learn how to order caffé, the difference between lungo, ristretto, macchiato, schiumato, corretto, and more.

Thursday, July 26 – EXPLORING POZZUOLI (8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Departs from JFC) Enjoy Pozzuoli using public transportation. Tickets will be purchased at the metro station. You’ll visit the Roman Amphitheatre, the Rione Terra, the port, the Temple of Serapis and the fish market, and also enjoy a good pizza.

TIPS ON ITALIAN HOUSEKEEPING (9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Departs from the Support Site) Learn some of grandma’s tips and the most popular cleaning products in Italy. We’ll head to the Teverola supermarket. Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus tickets from Information, Tours and Travel.

CONFLICT MANAGEMENT (1:30 - 2:30 p.m.) Conflict is inevitable. Conflict management helps people manage conflict by examining attitude and behavior when faced with conflicting situations.

Friday, July 27 – THE PHLEGREAN FIELDS (8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Departs from the bus stop at JFC) Discover the lakes, some famous spas in the area, the volcano and more.

Perhaps the most popular of Procida’s beaches is Chiaiolella, which is lined with restaurants and beach bars. a swim.

I choose to leave Chiaolella at about the same time as the rest of the beach-goers, so I brace myself for a crowded, uncomfortable bus ride back to the port. But even during the mass exodus from the beach, the buses still have a little bit of breathing room, making the ride pass quickly.

While each of the islands in the Gulf of Naples has things to offer travelers, in July and August Procida is a more tranquil alternative to Capri or Ischia, presenting beautiful views, sparkling seas and old world charm.

What you probably won’t find is the din of hundreds of other tourists also searching for the perfect island getaway.

GETTING AROUND Ferries to Procida depart from Naples’ Molo Beverello and Mergellina ports, as well as from Pozzuoli.

From the port area of Procida, you can reach the Terra Murata and La Corricella by taking the C2 bus line, which departs every 40 minutes.

Get off at San Rocco for La Corricella, and the final stop, Piazza delle Armi, for Terra Murata.

To reach Chiaiolella, take the L1 bus and get off at the final stop by the beaches. This bus runs every 20 minutes. Taxis and boat rental services are also available.

THE FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT PROCESS (Noon - 3 p.m.) Want to land a federal job? This workshop focuses on the key steps to gaining federal employment.

Topics covered vary from job searching guides to interview tips. The third hour, hands-on practice, is optional.

LEGAL ASSISTANCE AT SUPPORT SITE FFSC (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) Legal Assistance appointments will be performed by a NLSO attorney two times per month at the FFSC service center. The attorneys are available for the usual legal assistance services – powers of attorney, immigration, consumer law, creditor/debtor issues, divorce, etc. Please contact 081-568-4576 for more information or to make an appointment.

UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS Call 081-568-8354/7 for more information or to register Monday, July 23 – HANDCRAFT ‘STRAMMA’ AND VENTOSA (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.)

We will carpool to Ventosa, an antique village in the mountains. Here we will learn to make a stramma, a special straw covering for a demijohn. We will also visit a local osteria to try local culinary specialties.

Naples area ombudsmen and key spouses The ombudsmen program at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples coordinates communication of information between service members and their families. The service provided by ombudsmen becomes especially critical and helpful during deployments. Here is a list of ombudsmen for Naples area commands.

AFN NAPLES: Donna Vigil, ombudsafn@gmail.com CNE BAND: Holly Ward, cnebandombudsman@ hotmail.com CNE- 6th FLEET: Ashley Haggerty: c6fombudsman@ gmail.com CNREURAFSWA: Sindy Copeland: cnreurafswanaples@hotmail.com CTF SIX THREE & MSCEURAF: Arlene Campbell, ombudsmanctf63.msceuraf@yahoo.com CTF SIX NINE & COMSUBGRU EIGHT: Emily Key, ctf.69. ombudsman@gmail.com FLCSI- Naples: Maria Seibel, maie13@yahoo.com JFC: Edna Wood, ombudsmanjfc@gmail.com NSA Naples: Heather Staib-Jerzy, nsa_naples_omb@ yahoo.com NCTS: Michelle Cannuli, ombudsmanncts@yahoo.com NSSA DET Naples: Gretchen Bozwell,nssadetnaplesombudsman@ hotmail.com USNH: Amy Romanowski & Latascia Hamilton, usnh_ombudsman@ hotmail.com U.S. ARMY ELEMENT: Jennifer Molina, jennifer.molina1.civ@ mail.mil U.S. ARMY ELEMENT - ALPHA COMPANY, U. S. ARMY ELEMENT - HHC: Alisha Smith, alishasmith0218@ yahoo.com U.S. AIR FORCE ELEMENT: Sonya Cage, usafkeyspousenaples@ yahoo.com U.S. MARINE ELEMENT: Suzin Lucas, naplesmarineombudsman@ gmail.com USS MOUNT WHITNEY: Sheree Johnson & Anna Nickell, mtwombudsman@yahoo.com CURRENTLY VACANT: NAVFAC SEABEES, RLSO & NLSO, DESRON SIX ZERO.

Restaurants and coffee bars line the waterfront of the Marina Corricella, providing places where visitors can relax and enjoy a view of the sea.

Any spouses who have an interest in becoming an ombudsman should contact the Ombudsman Coordinator, Cecellia Kitson, at cecellia.kitson@eu.navy.mil.

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Chief of naval personnel talks FFSC helps people make readiness with Naples sailors choices to manage anger

By MCSN Erik Luebke, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe

By MC1 (EXW/DV) Jack Georges, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia Public Affairs

The chief of naval personnel stressed the chief of naval operations’ three tenets of “Warfighting First, Operate Forward and Be Ready” during an all-hands call at Naval Support Activity Naples July 12.

Vice Adm. Scott Van Buskirk emphasized Naval Personnel Command’s efforts to manage a sustainable and resilient force composed of the right number of sailors with the right skills for the job, while at the same time attracting, recruiting and retaining the highest quality personnel.

“I don’t think there is a better example of the chief of naval operations’ three tenets of ‘Warfighting First, Operate Forward and Be Ready’ than all of you here today.

You are doing it all in probably the most dynamic theater in the world,” said Van Buskirk.

While acknowledging the valuable work of service members in the region, Van Buskirk said the three tenets must also guide the Navy as it considers future challenges.

“One of the areas we have a challenge has to do with jobs on ships that require very specific critical skills. We have some gaps at sea for some very technical ratings,” said Van Buskirk.

In response to these vacant positions, the Navy has sought to provide incentives to sailors with critical skills who return to sea duty early. Incentives include increased opportunities for retention as well as advantages when choosing new assignments.

“I think you may even see some more sea-duty incentive pay available for more ratings too,” said Van Buskirk.

Filling sea-duty billets that require critical skills enables the Navy to effectively meet the chief

Vice adm. Scott Van Buskirk, the chief of naval personnel, speaks with sailors at naval Support activity naples during an all-hands call July 12. (Photo by MC1 (NAO) John Parker)

of naval operations’ sailing directions.

Van Buskirk said the key is to find the right mix of skill sets, sea and shore billets and to continue providing incentives for sailors to select sea-duty billets.

During his trip, Van Buskirk also visited Naval Station Rota, where he continued to interact with sailors to hear what issues are

FFSC Tip of the Week: Social media and families From the Fleet and Family Support Center

With summer break underway, you might find it challenging to keep your kids occupied. There’s always the temptation to let technology fill the void, but technology isn’t the best babysitter.

Kids’ online usage increases over the summer, and so does the risk of cyber threats. Parents play an integral role in their children’s digital lives. Use the advice below, provided by the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), to start a conversation with your kids about how to safely surf the internet.

It's never too early to start establishing media guidelines for your family. A recent survey by security software maker AVG shows that more children between the ages of 2 and 5 know how to operate a Smartphone application than know how to tie their shoes. To teach smart media habits, use media devices together and talk about what you see, hear and read.

Even if you choose to use an Internet filter, help kids find positive and safe sites online. There are many websites designed specifically for school-age children that incorporate strong safety features to facilitate safe play free from inappropriate content or contact. Ensure that any social media sites used by your school-age child offer flexible parental controls that allow you to set limits on whom they contact and when.

Start a conversation about Facebook. Encourage your teen to use strong privacy settings, and remind them that they should only "friend" people online who they would "friend" in real life. Even a private post can be forwarded by an unscrupulous online acquaintance.

Set rules about what's appropriate to post, both for photos and other updates. Ask your teen to reflect on how others, both now and in the future, will view their online life.

If you wouldn't let children have an unsupervised play date, they aren't ready to be online by themselves. The skills they bring to online worlds are the same ones they have in real life. Remind your younger children that online rules of conduct are the same as real life rules: if it's not OK to say to someone's face, it's not OK in cyberspace.

For more tips on social network and online safety, stop by the FFSC or call the front desk at 081-811-6372.

important to service members based overseas.

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The Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) has begun using a new course model for its anger management classes, stretching the training over multiple sessions instead of confining it to a single afternoon.

The course, called “Choices — Managing Your Anger,” meets Wednesdays at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center, and is intended to help people resolve anger or other emotional issues that could cause a problem in their personal or professional lives.

“The idea of making the class more than just one day has been going on since December,” said Mark Johnson, a clinical counselor at the FFSC and the instructor for the anger management class. “We’ve offered an anger management class for years that was normally just a two-hour, one-day class. The new course was originally four weeks, but I shortened it to three to make it easier for people to attend.”

Each class is kept to a small number of people to help increase participation and make sure no one feels left out.

“The class size is erratic month-to-month,” said Johnson.

“Sometimes we only have three or four people, other months we have upwards of eight to ten.”

During the course of the class, Johnson focuses on reducing the impact of things that could lead to anger or other emotional issues, such as stress.

“If you can manage your stress, it’s easier to manage your anger and other emotions,” said Johnson. “We talk about how it’s not situations and people that make you angry, but how you think about them. The good news there is that you can change what you think. You can’t change the people or situation, but you can change how you think and feel about it and not let it bother you.”

Other topics discussed during the class are meditative techniques to relax and focus on the present, which can help calm someone down and enable him or her to see the situation clearly. Johnson also talks about the consequences of actions by using clips from the movie Anger Management as an extreme example. Jail time and fines are not uncommon when people commit violent or destructive acts fueled by anger.

The class takes place in a classroom inside the FFSC office, which is located on the second floor of the Navy Lodge building at the NSA Naples Support Site. The only requirement to attend the course is a valid government I.D. card to access the base.

“There really aren’t any specific requirements to attend the course, just a government I.D. and the desire to better yourself,” said Johnson. “We help anyone who comes to us learn to overcome their anger and look at their stressors in a positive light, and hopefully improve their life.”

For more information on the class or if you are interested in attending, call the Fleet and Family Support Center’s main line at 081-811-6372.

Individual Force Protection Plans (IFPP) All personnel planning to travel outside of Italy (except to the United States or U.S. territories) are required to contact the Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Division with their travel location(s) and dates at least 30 days prior to their planned departure.

The ATFP office will review the requests and will respond in an e-mail with the proper course(s) of action. Note that some countries have additional entry requirements that require more processing time than 30 days. Contact the ATFP division as soon as possible to assist you in meeting all requirements.

You can contact the ATFP office by any of the following means: Phone: 081-568-5525/5595 E-mail: Justin.Shaver@eu.navy.mil or Jamal.Goodson@eu.navy.mil You can also visit the office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403, which is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int.

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263.

GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

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, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com.

Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 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’ nights out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond! Interested?? Need more information?? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446.

Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples.

BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples.

HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m.

Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices 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.

UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761.

NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB is seeking individuals to assist in 2012-2013 with a variety of events and positions. Don't miss the fun! If you want to help us help our community, please contact noscitaly@gmail.com.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA). 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.

FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, 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.

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visit http://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm.

CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL invites community members to join the Rosary Prayer Group that meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Support Site Chapel. For more information, e-mail CWOCNaples@gmail.com.

PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS WELCOME AT ALL CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB ACTIVITIES! The CTT Club hosts events, crafts and outings designed for you and your child (infancy through preschool). For more information on the club, visit www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club/.

CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer and fellowship. Child care provided. For information, contact Eileen Mayette at cwocnaples@gmail.com.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES Tuesday Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time. Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at 081811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037.

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center. E-mail Jaime Gonzalez at kofcnaples@ gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home.

SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required. FMI, contact Frank Chapman at champanf@ix.netcom.com.

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. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962.

CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays.

All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296.

EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS holds orientation the first Wednesday of every month at the organization’s Capo office from 8:30-10 a.m. and the first Tuesday of every month at the hospital from 9:30-11 a.m. Call 081-568-4788 for info.

LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554.

CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.

Friday, July 20 4:30 p.m. Ice Age: Continental Drift, PG Premiere Showing 5:30 p.m. What to Expect When You’re Expecting, PG-13 7 p.m. Chernobyl Diaries, R Premiere Showing Saturday, July 21 3 p.m. Brave, PG 4:30 p.m. Ice Age: Continental Drift, PG 5:30 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man, PG -13 6:30 p.m. Ice Age: Continental Drift, PG 7:45 p.m. Chernobyl Diaries, R Sunday, July 22 3 p.m. Ice Age: Continental Drift, PG 4:30 p.m. Battleship, PG-13 5:30 p.m. Ice Age: Continental Drift, PG 7:15 p.m. The Dictator, R Monday, July 23 Closed — No Movie

Tuesday, July 24 Closed — No Movie Wednesday, July 25 4:30 p.m. Ice Age: Continental Drift, PG 5:30 p.m. What to Expect When You’re Expecting, PG-13 7 p.m. The Avengers, PG-13 Last Showing Thursday, July 26 4:30 p.m. Brave, PG Last Showing 5:30 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man, PG -13 7 p.m. Chernobyl Diaries, R Friday, July 27 Batman: Dark Knight Rises PG-13 Premiere Showing 5:30 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man, PG -13 6:30 p.m. Batman: Dark Knight Rises PG-13 3 p.m.

Movie descriptions HE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, PG -13 for sequences of action and violence. Cast: Andrew Garfield, Rhys Ifans, Emma Stone, Sally Field, Martin Sheen. Sci-Fi / Fantasy and Action/Adventure, 91 min. Peter Parker is an outcast high school student who was abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. Peter is also finding his way with his first high school crush, Gwen Stacy, and together they struggle with love, commitment and secrets. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that belonged to his father, he begins a quest to understand his parents' disappearance — leading him directly to Oscorp and the lab of Dr. Curt Connors, his father's former partner. As Spider-Man is set on a collision course with Connors' alter-ego, The Lizard, Peter will make life-altering choices to use his powers and shape his destiny to become a hero.

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CE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT, PG for mild rude humor and action/peril. Cast: Ray Romano, Queen Latifah, Denis Leary, John Leguizamo, Chris Wedge.

Animation, 94 min. Manny, Diego, and Sid embark upon their greatest adventure after a cataclysm sets an entire continent adrift. Separated from the rest of the herd, they use an iceberg as a makeshift ship, which launches them on an epic seafaring quest. Manny and the gang are challenged like never before to become heroes and do the impossible as they encounter exotic sea creatures, explore a brave new world, and battle ruthless pirates.

Scrat's reunion with his beloved but cursed acorn catapults him to places no prehistoric squirrel has gone before.

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HAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING, PG-13 for crude and sexual content, thematic elements and language. Cast: Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Banks, Chace Crawford, Brooklyn Decker.

Comedy, 110 min. Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don't stand a chance against the surprise demands of pregnancy. Baby-crazy author and advocate Wendy gets a taste of her own militant mommy advice when pregnancy hormones ravage her body, while Wendy's husband, Gary, struggles not to be outdone by his competitive alpha-dad, who's expecting twins with his much younger trophy wife, Skyler.

Photographer Holly is prepared to travel the globe to adopt a child, but her husband Alex isn't so sure, and tries to quiet his panic by attending a "dudes" support group, where new fathers get to tell it like it really is. And rival food truck chefs Rosie and Marco's surprise hook-up results in an unexpected quandary: what to do when your first child comes before your first date?

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RAVE, PG for some scary action and rude humor. Cast: Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Craig Ferguson, Julie Walters. Animated, Action/ Adventure and Comedy, 93 min. Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land, the massive Lord MacGuffin, the surly Lord Macintosh and the cantankerous Lord Dingwall. Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces

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upcoming uSo Tours Capodichino office 081-568-5713 Support Site office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it

TouRS oPen To BoTh u.S. MILITaRy and naTo I.d. CaRd hoLdeRS USO DAILY TOURS July 20 A Day at the Beach in Gaeta . . . . . . . . . .€ 25 July 21 Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel . . . . .€ 77 July 21 Mini Cruise of the Amalfi Coast . . . . . . .€ 60 July 22 Naples by Night with Pizza Dinner . . . . . . .€ 39 July 27 Wine Tasting on Mt. Vesuvius . . . . . . .€ 57 July 28 Colosseum by Night . .€ 82 WEEKEND TOURS July 28-29 Weekend under a Tuscan Sun . . . € 190 August 11-12 The Dolce Vita Roman Weekend . € 158 August 30-September 3 Labor Day in Corfu . . . . . . . . . . . . € 627 September 13-17 French Riviera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 395

No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies

Merida to harness all of her skills and resources — including her clever and mischievous triplet brothers — to undo a beastly curse before it's too late, discovering the meaning of true bravery.

HE DICTATOR, R for strong crude and sexual content, brief male nudity, language and some violent images. Cast: Sacha Baron Cohen, Jason Mantzoukas, Ben Kingsley, Anna Ferris, JB Smoove. Comedy, 83 min.

The heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed.

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HERNOBYL, R for violence, some bloody images and pervasive language. Cast: Jonathan Sadowski, Jesse McCartney, Devin Kelley, Olivia Taylor Dudley, Nathan Phillips. Thriller and Horror, 86 min. Six young tourists look to go off the beaten path by hiring an "extreme tour" guide. Ignoring warnings, he takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, which is a deserted town ever since the disaster more than 25 years ago. After a brief exploration of the abandoned city, the group soon finds themselves stranded, only to discover that they are not alone.

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ATTLESHIP, PG-13 for intense sequences of violence, action and destruction, and for language. Cast: Taylor Kitsch, Alexander Skarsgard, Rihanna, Liam Neeson, Brooklyn Decker. War, Action/Adventure and Sci-Fi/ Fantasy, 131 min. Peter Berg (Hancock) produces and directs Battleship, an epic action-adventure that unfolds across the seas, in the skies and over land as our planet fights for survival against a superior force. Based on Hasbro's classic naval combat game, Battleship stars Taylor Kitsch as Lt. Alex Hopper, a Naval officer assigned to the USS John Paul Jones; Brooklyn Decker as Sam Shane, a physical therapist and Hopper's fiancee; Alexander Skarsgard as Hopper's older brother, Stone, commanding officer of the USS Sampson; Rihanna as Petty Officer Raikes, Hopper's crewmate and a weapons specialist on the USS John Paul Jones; and international superstar Liam Neeson as Admiral Shane, Hopper and Stone's superior (and Sam's father).

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ATMAN: DARK KNIGHT RISES, PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some sensuality and language. Cast: Christian Bale, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman. Action/ Adventure,165 min. Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy concludes with this Warner Brothers release that finds The Dark Knight pitted against Bane, an unstoppable foe possessing tremendous physical and intellectual strength.

Nearly a decade after taking the fall for Harvey Dent's death and disappearing into the darkness, a fugitive Batman (Christian Bale) watches from the shadows as the Dent Act keeps the streets of Gotham City crime free.

Meanwhile, an elusive cat burglar seizes the chance to strike, and a masked anarchist plots a devastating series of attacks designed to lure Bruce Wayne out of the shadows. Determined not to abandon the people who he once risked his life to protect, The Dark Knight emerges from his self-imposed exile ready to fight. But Bane (Tom Hardy) is ready, too, and once Batman is within his grasp, he will do everything in his power to break Gotham City's shadowy savior. Oscar-winner Michael Caine and Gary Oldman return in a sequel also starring Anne Hathaway, Marion Cotillard, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

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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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Weekly Crime Report for July 9 to July 15, 2012 – Traffic accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 (5 off base) – Shoplifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (1 off base) – Larceny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (1 off base)

Larceny (off base). On July 10 at approximately 3:30 p.m., O-5/USN reported a larceny that occurred July 8 in Rome, Italy. Victim stated that while waiting on the train two women approached him.

One of the women bumped into him, then both exited the train.

Upon the exiting the station, he checked his pocket and noticed that his wallet was missing.

Shoplifting (off base). On July 10 at approximately 5 p.m., Navy Exchange Loss Prevention reported a shoplifting incident that occurred earlier that day in Gricignano, Italy. Loss Prevention workers stated that they had apprehended an individual shoplifting at the Navy Exchange. The total amount of merchandise stolen was $11.00.

Traffic Accident with Injuries (off base). On July 12 at approximately 12:01 p.m., E-6/USN reported a traffic accident with injuries that occurred earlier that day in Lago Lucrino, Italy.

Driver stated that while attempting to make a left-hand turn, a vehicle stopped to allow him to turn. At this point a scooter attempted to pass the stopped vehicle, causing the driver of the moving vehicle to make contact with the scooter. The driver of the scooter stated that his leg had been pinned between the car and the scooter, but he did not require medical attention at the scene.

Damage to both vehicles consisted of minor dents and scratches.

Thrift Savings Plan: The F Fund

a historical tour of Monte orlando in Gaeta takes service members and their families into the belly of the mountain. (Photos courtesy of the Gaeta Fleet and Family Support Center)

Gaeta sailors blaze a trail through history

By Angelo d’Arienzo, Gaeta Fleet and Family Support Center

By Lt. David M Dow, D.D.S., U.S. Navy Dental Corps

The F fund allows the investor to earn rates higher than the G fund, savings accounts, or CDs, while still maintaining a very low level of risk. Since its inception in 1988, only twice has it produced negative annual returns, once at negative 3 percent and once at less than negative 1 percent. Both times, however, it was followed by returns in the double digits.

The F fund focuses exclusively on fixed income bonds. A bond, if you remember, is a contract to repay borrowed money at a set interest rate by a set date. The rates and maturity dates are set and the returns are fixed, hence the name: fixed income.

For bonds in general, their risk is tied to their interest rates. A higher rate indicates a riskier investment. One can buy bonds from a newly formed corporation that is in dire need of cash and receive a higher return than buying from a well established corporation that is not desperately in need of money. The risk lies in the possibility of the company going bankrupt and defaulting on your payment. Imagine if you loan your brother $100 and he promises to pay you back $110. If he loses his job, you aren’t going to see any of that money despite his promise. In the same way, if the company goes under, you may not get all of your money back, nor do you get the interest.

A good rule of thumb when determining the risk of a bond is to look at the return percentage the loaner is receiving. Like all investing, higher risk will lead to a higher return. A bond offering 3 percent is probably much safer than a bond offering 8 percent. Be wary of bonds offering high interest rates that claim minimal risk. One can also look at the credit rating of the bond. Investment-grade bonds are safer and more reliable than non-investment grade bonds (also called high-yield bonds or junk bonds). The rating scale varies depending on the rating authority, but generally the scale runs from AAA to D. Investment grade bonds cannot fall below a rating of BBB-, which is still relatively high on the scale. The F fund does not deal in any non-investment grade bonds.

This ensures your money will not get used in high risk situations that could put your retirement fund in jeopardy.

If the investor wishes to maintain a comparatively safe fund, but seeks a higher payout than the G fund, this is a prudent choice. The F fund is an excellent home for the majority of one’s retirement fund during uncertain economic times and volatile stock markets. It is also an appropriate choice after retirement begins and monthly contributions have stopped. Historically, this fund has remained well above inflation and produced solid returns. To further alleviate concerns, split the assets between the G and F fund.

Next time, we will investigate the C fund. Happy savings!

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hroughout the summer, Panorama is running a six-part series on the different funds of the Thrift Savings Plan, a defined contribution retirement savings plan for Federal employees.

Part 1: ......................................The G Fund This week: .............................The F Fund Part 3: .....................................The C Fund Part 4: .....................................The S Fund Part 5: .....................................The I Fund Part 6: .....................................The L Fund

In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.(On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.

A trip back in time — that was what more than 80 sailors and family members from the Gaeta and USS Mt. Whitney community had the chance to experience earlier this month.

As part of its intercultural offerings, the Fleet and Family Support Center Gaeta offered a walk along the historic trail to the top of Monte Orlando. The tour allowed participants to visit remnants of archeological sites dating back as far as Roman times and from as recently as 100 years ago. Local experts and Gaeta city cultural representatives collaborated to guide and provide assistance, assuring another safe and successful community relations event.

The walk started early in the morning outside the base and sloped gradually up toward the top of Monte Orlando (171 meters above sea level). On the top there is the Lucio Munazio Planco Mausoleum, a circular Roman tomb that dates back to 22 BC. Munazio Planco, a Roman consul, was one of Julius Caesar’s generals, and chose Monte Orlando to build a luxury villa.

The historic trail then led the group to the military complex made up of powder magazines, bastions, trenches and artificial tunnels built in different periods. Over the course of time, this site has been violated and devastated many times, but is now preserved along with the rest of the Monte Orlando hill and promontory as part of a protected natural park.

The absolute highlight of the day was a special visit to the battery of Monte Orlando. Recently opened to public, the battery is a superior military construction built at the end of the 1800s for the defense of Gaeta's part in the Triple Alliance, a military pact that existed between Italy, Germany and Austria. It's also known as the “Annular Battery” because of its ring-like shape. It is equipped with 18 pads connected by an underground walkway, which coverage 360-degree provided against enemy fire. Each pad contained a gun or howitzer, and had two pulley hoists for ammunition and other uses in combat.

Following the Gaeta FFSC tradition of pursuing off-the-beaten-path cultural destinations, the participants got to visit an area that is normally off-limits to general public.

Equipped with flashlights, they explored dark tunnels, rooms and secret passageways in the belly of the mountain. Mr. Salvatore Magliozzi, the head engineer who led

Tunnels and trenches visible at the military complex at Monte orlando date back to various historical periods.

the restoration and opening of the lost tunnels after decades of degradation, made a special effort to share Italian history with the American community members by personally guiding them through the battery.

This intercultural relations event is part of a series of new initiatives

aimed at helping the sailors stationed aboard the USS Mt. Whitney experience Italian history, culture and sightseeing. These events allow Mt. Whitney sailors and their family members to explore Italy in a more tangible way, providing photos and memories that will last a lifetime.

Members of the Gaeta and uSS Mt. Whitney naval community explore underground tunnels during a tour of Monte orlando.

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“This is an extraordinary opportunity for leadership and NSA Naples Sexual Assault Prevention and Response representatives to learn the training techniques utilized in the ‘May I Kiss You?’ program,” said Lynn.

“May I Kiss You?” training will take place at the Support Site theater at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. July 26. Additional “May I Kiss You?” training sessions will be held at the Capodichino theater July 27 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

The “Help! My Teen is Dating” training will take place at the Support Site chapel at 4:30 p.m. July 26.

Finally, the “May I Kiss You? Training the Trainer” workshop will take place at the Capodichino theater at 8 a.m. July 27.

No reservations or sign-ups are required to attend any of Mike Domitrz’ classes. For more information on the workshops, contact the NSA Naples Fleet and Family Support Center at 081-811-6372.

Referral management at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples

By Cmdr. Kendra Manning, NC, USN, Director for Healthcare Business The U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) is committed to being your medical home away from home. We pride ourselves in being able to take care of you and your family’s medical needs, but sometimes we may encounter a limitation in our services. In that case, we rely on the local medical community for that care.

For example, we do not have a cardiologist on staff. If a patient requires an echocardiogram for further diagnosis, we would rely on a local Italian provider out in town for that service. Rest assured, we do not expect patients to navigate the Italian healthcare system alone. That is where the Referral Management Center (RMC) at the Naval Hospital comes in to assist patients.

Once your primary care manager enters the network consult request into our system, we ask that you stop by the RMC to fill out a pre-appointment questionnaire. This way we ensure we have the most current contact information for you in order to coordinate your appointment. The consult request will be reviewed by the RMC staff and processed accordingly.

For TRICARE Prime beneficiaries, the RMC will seek prior authorization from International SOS. TRICARE has partnered with International SOS to identify the best local providers and facilities and develop a network of licensed, qualified physicians in areas around overseas military treatment facilities. This process takes approximately three to five business days. NonTRICARE Prime patients should check with their individual health insurance companies to see if there are any specific requirements that must be followed to avoid additional out-of-pocket expenses.

Your appointment will be scheduled by the RMC staff, which will use our Preferred Provider Network. You will then receive a phone call to verify the date of your appointment and the time you are expected to report to the RMC for transportation to your visit. Any further instructions will be given to you at that time to better prepare you for your visit. This may include the estimated cost in euros that will need to be paid to the Italian provider up front if you are not a TRICARE Prime beneficiary.

Most of the time, a patient liaison will accompany you on your visit to provide translation assistance as needed. Since there are many network providers who speak English, you may only require a driver to take you to the appointment. The driver can provide very basic, non-clinical translation for you. If for any reason during your appointment you feel like you need to speak to a patient liaison, don’t hesitate to let the driver know. A patient liaison can always be contacted to provide translation services by phone.

If the network provider prescribes you medication, the prescription will have to be filled at a local farmacia (the Italian word for “pharmacy”). The RMC staff will guide you on where to go to get it filled. If you are a TRICARE beneficiary, make sure to get the prescription stamped by the RMC staff first, so that you can take advantage of the cashless/claimless process with a TRICARE-approved farmacia.

After your appointment, the staff member accompanying you will ensure that any paperwork from the Italian provider gets translated into English and entered into your record. This process can take up to 10 business days for routine visits. Urgent referrals are handled as per medical necessity, and results that are not within normal limits are translated immediately for our patients and physicians. You should make a follow-up appointment with your primary care manager to review your results.

The Referral Management Center is located on the ground floor of the hospital in room 1319. The phone number is 081-811-6331/4141. The staff is here to assist you, answer your questions and concerns, and be your partner in the referral process.

Cemeteries in naples contain chapels that house the dead, which are cared for and decorated by the living.

(Photos by Melissa Kabukuru)

Cemetery tour shows a different side of Naples

By Marica Staten Information, Tours and Travel Teen Hire oing on guided tours to any place here in Italy or Europe is a great way to experience and know the culture and history. But you don’t have to travel far from Naples to get the history or culture. I recently went on a tour with Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Information Tours and Travel to the cemeteries of Naples. The tour, named Walk in the City of the Dead, was an interesting way to understand the Neapolitan culture and to learn a little bit of history. Even though walking around in the heat doesn’t sound fun, it's a nice way to get to know another side of the beautiful city of Naples.

Outside of the gates of the cemeteries is the rough hustle and bustle of the city, which I’m sure a lot of us have had the joy to experience. But inside the gates is like another whole city — a city within a city. It’s very clean, quiet, quaint and neat, with much respect in the air. And the Neapolitans seem to like to keep it that way. There are lots of mini-houses or condominiums that house the remains of their dearly departed loved ones along a street. It actually feels kind of like you’re in a very spooky town. The Neapolitans clean these mini-houses or hire someone else to do it, and they decorate them with flowers, pictures, or other designs along the walls or door, just as they would their own living homes. Its fun to see the extravagant ways these mini- houses are built, and see the way the Neapolitans go all out for their loved ones. We saw three different cemeteries on this tour: one of them was among the first Naples cemeteries, which was built in 1700s overlooking the city. It is still in use today. We then ventured to the Old, New and Newer cemeteries, which are remarkably close to Capodichino. While seeing

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Burial chapels in naples are labeled with the name of the family members buried there, and are often decorated with statues or elaborate stone designs.

all this, the tour guide, Aldo, helped me understand the history, culture and respect that are given to the dead in Naples. His explanations and stories helped me to understand the high place of honor that the dead hold for the Neapolitans.

Aldo taught us about some of the symbols and history of the Roman Catholic religion, about how much

culture the cemeteries have, and how important they are to the Neapolitans. We saw a family arranging flowers for their loved ones that passed away, and I realized that this tour is especially important. It showed me how much respect the locals have for their deceased loved ones, and how important it is for everyone to show respect for their loved ones.

It is not enough to show you care after they have died, but to show you care while they’re still alive.

Learning about this part of Naples helped me love this city even more, and realized I want to learn more.

I’m glad I went on this tour — at first I thought it was going to be like every other cemetery, but it wasn’t. We dipped into history, tradition, and culture, all on one tour. I learned about a different side of Naples, and got to learn an important life lesson. I saw how sad this tour was, but how interesting and fun it was, and I recommend people to go.

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The CNE-CNAC6F Command Junior Sailor of the Quarter recognizes the top junior sailor who has demonstrated sustained superior performance, proven leadership, self-improvement, command and community involvement, self-expression, military bearing, and appearance.

Martinez was selected after participating in an oral board, along with three other candidates amongst CNECNA-C6F directorates.

Having reported to TF 63 in 2011, Martinez is the administrative clerk responsible for reviewing and processing personnel and administrative actions for 56 military and civilian personnel assigned to the combined commands. He was nominated for accomplishments including tracking all customer service matters such as temporary lodging allowance claims, overseas housing allowance processing, electronic service records updates, and reenlistments; training a newly-hired civilian administrative assistant; and fostering a positive workplace environment.

“We're extremely proud of his selection because he represents our combined commands, and he's a sailor that others would emulate,” said Master Chief Logistics Specialist (AW/SW) Patrick J. Adams, TF 63 and MSCEURAF senior enlisted leader and leading chief petty officer. “He's intelligent, hard-working and always conducts himself well in and out of uniform. He works well with his shipmates, is very respectful and supportive of his leaders and is active in the community.

Martinez is enrolled in a study abroad program through Harvard University to earn his Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree with a focus in government. “[He] is always trying to improve himself, professionally and militarily,” said Adams. “A model sailor, and I would say that he's got a bright future in the military.”

Pandolfe presented a Letter of Commendation and plaque to Martinez during the annual CNE-CNA-C6F command picnic June 22.

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The Vice Admiral Robert F. Batchelder Award is presented by the Navy League to those Supply Corps officers who have made significant contributions to the supply readiness of our operating forces. Named one of five awardees, Snow provided logistics support to permanent and deployed commands across 181 ports within the European and Africa Command areas of responsibility.

Snow’s specific contributions included managing a 75 percent increase in parts movements and a 650 percent increase in personnel movements for the Libyan liberation campaigns of Operations Odyssey Dawn, Unified Protector, and Odyssey Guard; coordinating with U.S. embassies in Africa in support of Africa Partnership Station logistics requirements; and enhancing key relationships between the U.S. 6th Fleet staff, type commanders, task forces, shore command, and commercial activities.

“This award is a testament to your leadership, comprehensive understanding of naval logistics, and superb support for the warfighters’ unit readiness,” wrote Vice Adm. Frank C. Pandolfe, commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, in a congratulatory letter to Snow. “On behalf of every command with which you coordinated theater logistics in C6F AOR, please accept my sincere appreciation for an exceptional job well done.”

Although Snow was assigned to CTF 63 for the duration of the award period, he transferred in February 2012 to report to the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77).

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Out of a field of more than 130 candidates, O’Leary was selected as one of three people to complete a Training with Industry internship with FedEx in Memphis, Tenn. Training with Industry is a 12month program for Supply Corps lieutenants and lieutenant commanders that allows them to serve as fellows with a top supply chain company. This helps them gain valuable insight into business processes through exposure to executive level decision-making and direct involvement in corporate meetings and strategy sessions. Participating companies in 2013 are FedEx, Starbucks Coffee Company, and The Home Depot.

O’Leary reported to TF 63 in 2010 as the fleet readiness officer responsible for providing logistics support to deployed ships in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Or, in his words: “We get the ships what they need when they are deployed everywhere from the Black Sea to the North Sea; the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean Sea; from the east and west coast of Africa down to the Cape of Good Hope.”

Upon completion of the fellowship, O’Leary will serve a three year follow-on tour in one of the Navy’s key supply chain management assignments to use the skills and ideas gained from his experience.

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Rear Adm. Mark Buzby, commander of Military Sealift Command, presented Lewis with the Griff-Hume Antiterrorism award in a ceremony at Military Sealift Command headquarters in Washington, D.C. The Griff Hume Anti-terrorism award was first awarded in 2011 for vigilance in anti-terrorism and force protection efforts throughout the year. The award, which can be given in three categories, is named in memory of John "Griff" Hume, MSC's long-serving force protection director, and was created to recognize and bring awareness to MSC's ongoing anti-terrorism and force protection efforts.

“This award is a tribute to the unstinting efforts of Mr. Peter Lewis in supporting anti-terrorism and force protection efforts in the Europe and Africa areas of responsibility,” said Buzby in a message announcing the award. “Well done.”

Lewis reported to the then-Military Sealift Command Europe in Naples, Italy, in May 2005. He is responsible for the force protection of all MSC ships operating in the Europe and Africa areas of responsibility. Among his accomplishments, Lewis monitored ships’ AT/FP compliance during 476 port calls, supported ships during 138 choke point transits, and provided operational force protection planning and execution to a daily average of 34 MSC ships.

“I’m honored,” said Lewis. “It’s nice to be recognized for your work, especially since it’s based on feedback from people you work with and the people you support. Over the years, I’ve gotten a lot of feedback from the masters and civilian mariners thanking me for making their force protection jobs easier.”

“Our ships are at the tip of the spear and anything I do needs to support their work out there, not add to it,” said Lewis. “But, like any job, I can’t do a good job unless I’m supported by a great team. I have that here and throughout MSC as a whole.”

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our members of the combined Military Sealift Command Europe and Africa (MSCEURAF) and Task Force Six Three (TF 63) command were recognized recently for outstanding accomplishments in their respective communities. Pete Lewis, MSCEURAF director of anti-terrorism and force protection (AT/FP), was named the winner of the Military Sealift Command 2012 Griff Hume Anti-terrorism Award in the program manager ashore category. Additionally, Lt. Cmdr. James O’Leary was selected to participate in the 2013 Navy Supply Corps Training with Industry program, while Lt. Frank Snow was awarded the Vice Admiral Robert F. Batchelder Award for calendar year 2011. Finally, Yeoman 2nd Class (AW) Wesley Martinez was named Commander, Naval Forces Europe and Africa/ Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet (CNE-CNA-C6F) Junior Sailor of the Quarter for Jan. 1 to March 31, 2012.

does solve their problems," said O'Leary. "I understand we are not comparing apples to apples, but, for example, when we have to get a mission-critical part to a ship, money isn't necessarily part of the conversation. In the 'real world,' I have to imagine all conversations revolve around impact on operating profits or margins. As our defense budgets continue to decrease, I'm anxious to see their practices and identify how we might be able to apply them to our business."

Selection criteria for the program included officers who will graduate in 2013 from any of the Supply Corps post graduate education programs, as well as those who had already completed two operational tours and a Master’s degree with a 2013 rotation date.

O’Leary completed his Master of Business Administration at Penn State University’s Smeal College of Business in 2010.

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Obtaining your Sojourner Permit Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country.

All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature is required at the time of application.

NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT. As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L. Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 for more information.

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Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society 2012 Active Duty Fund Drive raises $83,511

By Jessica Goodman NMCRS publicity chair

hanks to the tireless work of fund drive coordinators, treasurers, chair persons, key persons and key community leaders, the 2012 NavyMarine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Active Duty Fund Drive in Naples and Gaeta was completed successfully, raising $83,511.

The community fell just shy of the fund drive goal of making 100 percent contact with all of the active duty service members in the Naples and Gaeta communities, making 92 percent contact.

Out of the 21 area commands, 16 achieved 100 percent contact with their active duty service members. Three commands — including the USS Mount Whitney, with 62 people on board — had 100 percent of their personnel donate. The three commands that contributed the most in dollars were U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, which raised $16,127; the USS Mount Whitney, which raised $11,571; and Naval Support Activity Naples, which raised $8,927.

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under the management of Tom Goodman, showed its support for the Naples military community by raising $5,645 for the fund drive through the sale of $5 certificates. These certificates were good for a percentage discount

on the customer’s next purchase.

The total funds raised in 2012 exceeded 2011’s total by $3,336, showing that our active duty service members and base community continue to take care of their own.

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NEW LINK: http://cnic.navy.mil/ Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm.

The Human Resources Office is located at Capo Admin I, first floor. The customer service hours are: Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, OR at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, OR by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, OR at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement.

PLEASE NOTE: On Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, the following HRO services will be open only from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: • ID/CAC CARDS (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates

U.S. POSITIONS For a current list of U.S. vacancies and application process information visit our website at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/ About/Jobs/index.htm CLOSING JULY 26 Deputy Director of Protocol, GS-0301-13, ANN#EUR12378325-SC, Full Time Permanent CLOSING AUG. 2 Environmental Engineer, GS-0819-12. ANN#EUR12-386819-AV, Full Time Permanent Travel Technician, GS-030306 KPP 07 or GS-0303-07, ANN#EUR12-396244-SC, Full Time Permanent

OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN#EUR12-223833-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent, Next Cut Off-Date: Aug. 2, 2012

COURTESY U.S. VACANCY ANNOUCEMENTS Percussion instructor(s) needed for marching band percussion line. Experience in marching a plus. If interested contact Gary Marvel, director of Naples High School’s bands, at 340-6813432 or gary.marvel@eu.dodea. edu.

Veterinary technicians are wanted at the Naples Veterinary Treatment Facility. For more information, stop by Bldg.

2088 next to the Fire Station at the Support Site, or call 081811-7913.

Community Bank seeks a Banking Center Service Supervisor at Naval Support Activity Naples Capodichino.To apply online, please use the “Careers” link at www.dodcommunitybank.com, or submit your resume to pia.krucker@dodcommunitybank.com.

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS For a current list of LN vacancies and application process information visit our NEW website at: http://cnic.navy.mil/ Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm CLOSING JULY 26 Safety Technician, Ua-001906 KPP-05, ANN#DSDFD0-340675-JC, Full Time Permanent.

Area of Consideration: Current Defense Logistics Agency Permanent Employees Only.

If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-5685409. You can also contact the HRO 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 HRO services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO Representative is available for the biweekly "Meet & Greet" at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8 to 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 HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is July 30, 2012.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: https://www. cnic.navy.mil/Naples/FleetAnd FamilyReadiness/AboutFleet AndFamilyReadiness/Jobs/ index.htm The necessary application forms are also available on line. For any questions you have you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.

NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child Program Assistant, CY1702-I/II, ANN#12-083, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Capodichino/Support Site.

Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old.

Youth Program Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#12-084, (Multiple Positions) flexible/regular Youth Programs, Support Site/Carney Park. Assembles or gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old/, School –Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, Teen Center Program for

children ranging from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guardian.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-044, flexible, NOR Center, Carney Park. Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/ Skills Center, Support Site.

Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#12-037, flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site.

Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-042 flexible, Golf Course, Carney Park. Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier.

Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#12-035, flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site.

Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done.

Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#12-035, flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site.

Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-104, flexible, Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site Performs maintenance on various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good condition and safe for patron use. Open until filled.

Recreation Assistant, NF0189-01/02, ANN#12-105, flexible, MWR Gaeta. Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program and as such, must continually present information in a highly professional and customer friendly style.

Open until filled.

Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN# 12-062 (Multiple positions) flexible full time (seasonal employment), Aquatics Division, Carney Park/Support Site. Works as

instructor, safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. Open until filled.

CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITION Education Technician, NF1702-03, ANN#12-124, regular full time, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Naples. Assist with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate SAC and CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served. First cut off date is 07/17/2012, with subsequent cut-off every 14 days. Closing date: 09/03/2012.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5252/5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https:// www.NavyExchange.jobs.

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#120001LM Customer Clerk/CS/NF-02/ Service Regular Full Time. Closes: 07/20/12. Pay Rate: $9.00$10.00. Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, Home Layaway, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc.

Ann#120001C8 Lead Security Guard/52/NF-01/Regular Full Time. Closes: 07/20/12. Pay Rate: $9.00-$10.50. Responsible for setting the pace and leading a

minimum of three employees, performing assignments on a patrol basis or at a fixed post and for enforcing security measures.

Ann#120001MO Security Guard/52/NF-01/Regular Full Time. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc.

Ann#120001EU Sales Clerk/ D4/NF-01/Flex. Closes: 07/20/12.

Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling accessories (watches and sunglasses) to customers exercising professional selling techniques.

Ann#120000BN Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00$9.50. Associate operates cash registers to record sales in retail check out areas.

Ann#120001NR Sales Clerk/ E2/NF-01/Flex. Closes: 07/27/12.

Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50 Responsible for selling men’s wear and accessories to customers exercising professional selling techniques.

DISTRIBUTION CENTER, GRICIGNANO No Vacancies CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#120000B4 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques.

GRICIGNANO MINI MART No Vacancies JFC-NATO MINI MART No Vacancies

LOCAL NATIONAL POSITIONS No Vacancies

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