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Friday, december 14, 2012
JFC Naples Moves to Lago Patria
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Allied Joint Force Command Naples' new base in Lago Patria officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Dec. 13. The new base features a centralized headquarters complex, a community center and an improved Joint Operations Center with increased multimedia capabilities.(Photo by Melissa Kabukuru) By Melissa Kabukuru
NSA Naples Remembers Pearl Harbor Page 5
Navy Earns Bragging Rights with Win Page 13
Weekly Crime Statistics Review what happened between dec. 3 and dec. 9. Page 6
FRIDAY High 55 / Low 50 Rain
SATURDAY High 61 / Low 52 Chance of Rain
SUNDAY High 63 / Low 48 Chance of Rain
FTER nearly twenty five years of planning and eight years of construction, Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples officially opened its base in Lago Patria during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday afternoon. The new base features a consolidated headquarters complex that allows all of the various divisions of JFC to operate under the same roof. The €200 million project was built using state-ofthe art construction techniques designed to save energy, resist earthquakes and reduce maintenance costs. JFC’s transfer from its longtime base in Naples’ Bagnoli district to Lago Patria had been in the works since 1988, when NATO officials first
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decided to build a new headquarters facility. Construction began in Lago Patria in 2004. Unlike JFC’s former facilities in Bagnoli, the new headquarters complex in Lago Patria consists of three-interconnected wings, rather than a series of separate buildings “Everything is in the main complex,” said Diana Sodano, community relations advisor with the JFC Naples public affairs office. “All of the divisions are here.” The idea behind the design is to increase communication between units and help JFC operate more efficiently, said engineer Giuseppe Anzaldi, deputy of JFC Naples’ project management office. “All of the offices are close together, so the commander has the ability to get everyone together in a short period of time,” Anzaldi said.
The headquarters is built using a combination of aluminum, recyclable materials and concrete, Anzaldi said, making the building environmentally friendly as well as easier to maintain. “From an architectural standpoint, it is very innovative,” Anzaldi said. “You don’t have to repaint the building every five years.” Additionally, a separate building called the Community Center is designed to bring together the services and amenities that employees and family members use in their off-duty time. The Community Center is where visitors will find three post offices, a mess hall, ration-card offices, banking services, a barber shop, a beauty center, and the SAVE Center, as well as other shops.
USO Sponsors Mosaic Art Show for Local Artists
10-year-old Ben Leese, a local Naples sketch artist, shows his sketches to fellow participant Liz Knapp at the Uniformed Services Organization (USO) sponsored Mosaic Art Show, held aboard Naval Support Activity Naples Support Site, Dec. 7. The free event gave local Naples artists the opportunity to showcase their work to the community.
Story and photo by MC3 Caitlin Conroy, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
HE USO Naples comNaval from mittee Support Activity Naples, sponsored its first free mosaic art show at the Navy Exchange food court, Dec. 7, to showcase the talents of local Naples area artists. The event was open to the base community and included varying types of art such as photography, knitting, sketch work, acrylic painting and graphic design. “This event is an opportunity for that inner artist to come out,” said Kenneth Spencer, assistant
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human resources manager for Navy Exchange Europe and a volunteer with the USO. “If an artist did want to sell their work, this provided an opportunity for them to show it. This event also helps artists’ network with one
another.” Spencer also said he was pleased with the amount of participation in the show. “The turnout has been very good,” said Spencer. “We were wondering how many artists
were going to come and we ended up with more than we expected. We were very happy to find this many artists who were interested in showing their work.” see MOSAIC Page 12
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Captain’s Corner
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As we close in on Christmas, I’m reminded that this special time of year brings out the best in our military community. Today, a few of our personnel are dressing up as Santa Claus to hand out gifts to young patients in the Santobono Children’s Hospital in Naples. These sailors, who’ve all volunteered, will later pay a visit to students at a Gricignano elementary school. We’ll welcome some very special visitors to the Teen Center at Support Site on Sunday. Kids from two Italian orphanages will be hosted for a Christmas dinner event that will include caroling, gift exchanges and a visit from Santa. To those serving dinner and/or sponsoring a child for the gift presentation, thank you. These events and others are what this season is all about. They’re great experiences for all involved and demonstrate the strong relationships that we have with our host communities. I also want to express my gratitude to all who make these outreach opportunities possible. Playing an active role in the surrounding communities is more than about generating goodwill – it’s the right thing to do. I hope everyone is psyched for this weekend! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation team has organized a Christmas market for the community on Saturday in Village Forum Square. The Campania String Quartet will perform, local artists will display their works and various venders will sell holiday items. The USO is scheduled to transform the Naples High School cafeteria into a Christmas Wonderland the following day. Families can expect a photo opportunity with Santa, craft stations, a bouncy castle, face painting, food…. Need I say more? There’s something for everyone this weekend, so come out and enjoy. Please exercise due diligence this year in your holiday shopping and home decorating. Remember, decorations and Christmas trees can represent a hazard, so be careful. Do not overload electrical sockets, and keep lights or decorations away from flammable material (especially those that generate heat). Also, be smart while shopping. Don’t lock gifts in your car, go back for more and expect them to be there when you return. Keep all your doors and windows locked – we don’t want the Grinch spoiling your Christmas cheer. Please be safe if you’re going on a road trip. The Italians will be out in force during the holidays as well so expect heavy traffic. Stay alert, plan ahead, and have appropriate snow gear in your car. The snow last week on Mt. Vesuvius heralds the beginning of ski season, especially as you go north. You can be fined if you are in an area that requires snow tires and/or chains and you do not have them. Also, please don’t drive if you drink. Your life and the lives of others around you depend on it. I want to see everyone safe and sound in the New Year. Have a fun weekend everyone and best of luck on the lastminute shopping!
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VITA Volunteers Needed for 2012 Tax Filing Season
By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer
capt. Scott Gray cmdr. robert barbee Lt. timothy hawkins teresa merola
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The local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is seeking volunteers to help prepare federal income tax returns during the upcoming 2012 tax filing season. VITA preparers will provide free tax preparation for military and Department of Defense employees, contractors and their dependents who need help filing their tax returns. A variety of volunteer positions are available, including tax preparers and greeters. Prior tax experience is not needed. Training will occur the week of Jan. 7-11. All tax return preparers must attend the entire course and commit to volunteer at least a few hours a week during the tax filing season. All active-duty preparers must provide an approved request chit from their respective chain of command in order to participate. Prospective volunteers may contact LN2 Cannon, Region Legal Service Office at 081- 5684576 or via e-mail at naplesvita@gmail.com.
NSA Naples CNIC Website Under Construction, Visit Facebook for Updates Due to a system upgrade of CNIC websites, information routinely updated and available on NSA Naples pages may not be current. For updates such as job listings and MWR events, visit Facebook pages for the Human Resources Office (http://goo.gl/A6UMf) and MWR (www.facebook.com/mwrnaples). For regular community
updates, including electronic copies of Panorama, visit the NSA Naples Facebook page (www.facebook.com/NSANaples).
Jan. 1: Living Pattern Survey Starts U.S. service members with dependents who have been permanently stationed in Italy for at least three months are encouraged to participate in the Living Pattern Survey (LPS) being conducted Jan. 1-31. The LPS, conducted every three years, is one of the building blocks for determining the Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) and can be completed starting Jan. 1 by visiting https://www. defensetravel.dod.mil/site/lps-italy.cfm. For more information about the LPS and to calculate your current COLA, visit http://www.defensetravel. dod.mil/site/colaIndexCalc.cfm.
Christmas Market in Village Forum Square Dec. 15 Village Forum Square at Support Site is scheduled to feature works by local artisans of the Christmas Alley Association, demonstrations, typical sweets, olive oil and much more from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information on the “Mercatino di Natale” event, please call 081-568-4050.
PSD Naples No Longer Cashing Personal and Government Checks
Personnel Support Detachment (PSD) Naples will no longer cash personal and government checks after Dec. 15. Government checks will have to be cashed by the Navy Exchange. Personal checks can be cashed by the Navy Exchange or a member’s local bank. Travel claims for foreign Report fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement in national personnel will continue to Navy activities to: be processed at PSD. However, Office of the Inspector General, Naples, Italy there will be a delay in processing Leave a recorded message 24/7:...........................081-568-2983 foreign national travel claims until Speak to the CNREURAFSWA Investigator: ......081-568-2600 after Jan. 1, when PSD Naples will Speak to the CNE-CNA-C6F Investigator: .........081-568-2964 be able to send payments electronE-mail: ighotline@eu.navy.mil ically to foreign national bank Website: www.cnic.navy.mil/europe/index.htm accounts. For more information, please call 081-568-4562/5787.
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Italian courses at Capodichino and Support Site Conversational Italian courses at Capodichino and the Support Site. Visit the new Capodichino office for “Gateway to Italian” courses in bldg 442. Hours are 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday to Thursday. You can also call the office at 081-568-4364. Classes start on or around the week of Jan. 14. Classes are offered in a convenient eight-week format at the Support Site and CAPO.
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Community Gathers for Tree Lighting
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DECEMBER EVENTS 14 NOSC HOLIDAY PARTY Happy Holidays from Naples Overseas Spouses' Club (NOSC)! NOSC will be hosting its annual Holiday Party Friday, Dec. 14 at Villa Nike from 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Members and guests welcome. Bus transportation provided. RSVP by Dec.10 to www.noscitaly.com. 14, 18, 21 CLEP/DSST TESTING Take a CLEP test in the automated National Test Center in the Admin II building at Capodichino. Call UMUC Maryland for an appointment at 081-568-6673/4. Visit NCO Naples for assistance in selecting the best test for your program. 15 OPERATION HOMEFRONT NOMINATION DEADLINE Operation Homefront is pleased to present the Military Child of the Year Award to outstanding military children who demonstrate resiliency, leadership and achievement. One winner from each branch of service will receive $5,000, a laptop and a trip to D.C. for a special awards gala. Nominations are open until Dec. 15 and can be submitted at the website www.militarychildoftheyear.org. 19, 26 WEB TUITION ASSISTANCE BRIEF The WEB TA brief is at 9 a.m. Dec. 19 and at 1 p.m. Dec. 11 and Dec. 26. Visit the Navy College Office at Capodichino for more information or call 081-568-6681/6678. 20, 27 DEFENSE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS Take the DLPT or the DLAB at the Navy College Office (NCO). Make your appointment early, as there are limited openings. Open to military members and government employees who have a CAC card. Reach the NCO at 081-568-6678/6681 or at nco.naples@eu.navy.mil. The office is located in the Admin II building at Capodichino.
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School-Age Care choir members perform for a crowd at the Support Site Dec. 6 before Vice Adm. Frank Pandolfe, commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, Capt. Scott Gray, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity Naples, and Cmdr. Robert Barbee, executive officer of Naval Support Activity Naples, flipped a switch to turn on the tree’s lights during the ceremony. (Photo by MC1 Travis Simmons)
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Compiled by Teresa Merola
Chamber of Commerce to open its doors for a Night of Art
The Year of Italian Culture in the US begins
“Culture awakens” is the slogan for the Night of Art held in the historic center of Naples this Saturday from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. The event is organized by the municipality together with the Chamber of Commerce and the Naples diocese. The Chamber of Commerce will open its doors to the city to host an evening of fashion and tango. Many other sites will be open such as the Music Conservatory San Pietro a Maiella, the Academy of Fine Arts, the church of San Domenico Maggiore, Santa Chiara and the Basilica of San Giovanni. Shops will open non-stop. The line 1 of the Metro will remain open until 3 a.m. For more information, visit www.municipalita2napoli.org/ nottearte
Italy foreign affairs minister Giulio Terzi opened The Year of Italian Culture in the United States on Wednesday. He opened the one-year-long event at Washington’s National Gallery of Art by unveiling the famous DavidApollo sculpture by Michelangelo. The last time the sculpture traveled to the Gallery was in 1949 for the inauguration of United States President Harry S. Truman. In the year of culture in the U.S., there will be more than 180 events taking place in 40 cities, presenting Italian historical and artistic traditions.
Annual health report says Italians are overweight The annual report of health published in Italy this week reported that Italians are technically overweight and do not exercise enough. Diabetes affects around three million people, about 5 percent of the entire population. The leading cause of death in Italy is cardiovascular problems and cancer. According to the report, a further 11 percent of the Italian adults are going to be overweight in the near future.
Customs police make arrests for international credit card fraud in Palermo Custom police arrested seven people who were part of an international criminal gang based in Palermo, Sicily. They acquired and used credit card personal identification numbers (PINs) hacked on the internet from thousands of users who bought low-cost rail, airline and ferry tickets. Most victims were located in the United States, Brazil, Japan and other European countries. This fraud is estimated to amount to €10 million in damages to several air and rail transport companies. The criminal group was made up of Romanian, African and Asian people, all living in Palermo.
NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 board members. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com. NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913. NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it. THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB (NOSC) is seeking members to serve as volunteers at its thrift store. When the store is open, NOSC members are needed to help with sorting, merchandising, bagging, and running the cash register. When the store is closed, we need assistance with preparing the store for shopping. Call us at 081-811-4200 or email us at noscitaly@gmail.com to sign up for training. 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. 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. TUTORING OPPORTUNITY Do you want to work hands-on with collegeoriented students? Do you want to make a difference in a student's life? Naples Middle/High School is looking for motivated community members with college experience to become AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutors. Training will be provided. Please contact Vice Principal David Martin at david.martin@eu.dodea.edu or AVID Counselor Joseph Selina at selina.joseph@eu.dodea.edu. 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.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON 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. NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli. 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.
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Master Chief Electronics Technician (SW) Raymond “Chip” Galito (right) and his wife read aloud a certificate of appreciation presented to his daughter by Cmdr. Joseph Saegert Norfolk Ship Support Activity Detachment Naples officer in charge and guest speaker, during his retirement ceremony Nov. 29 at Naval Support Activity Naples’ Support Site Chapel. Galito has been one of seven chief petty officers in his family and received his retirement certificate after 30 years of enlisted service.
Anchored in Heritage — 3rd-Generation Navy Chief Story and photo by MC3 Brian T. Glunt, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
AYMOND “Chip” Galito, a self-proclaimed beach bum, was only wearing a pair of board shorts and Vans as he rode his skateboard down the sidewalk to Florida’s Jax Beach in 1982. Instead of making it to the beach, he found himself in a Navy recruiting office. Thirty years later, Galito received his certificate of retirement on Nov. 29 at Naval Support Activity Naples’ Support Site chapel, as the seventh member of his family to serve as a chief in the U.S. Navy. Chip’s 30-year journey from being a self-proclaimed beach bum in Florida to a U.S. Navy master chief petty officer did more than just keep him out of jail. He enlisted to be a servant to his country and through that he also contributed to a strong family heritage. “I always had a sense of heritage with those who have gone before me,” he said. “I often tell people that the anchor you put on represents a lot of people who have gone before you. That’s the same anchor my grandfather wore. That’s the same anchor that my father, my uncle, my stepfather, my brother and my brother-in-law wore. It’s been an honor to be an active duty Sailor and I’ve loved it a lot.” The 20-year-old never felt pressured by his family to join the Navy, but wanted to change his life for fear of eventually going to jail. Back in 1982, Chip didn’t tell the recruiter what he already knew about Navy life, nor did he tell him that his stepfather, a senior chief petty officer, was sitting in the waiting area only yards away. At least not until Chip felt he was getting a raw deal. His stepfather gave him advice on what rate he may want to choose, saying that electronic technicians are always clean, work in air-conditioned spaces and are the first to get off the ship for liberty. For Chip, that seemed like the job for him. “I actually joined on Valentine’s Day,” said Chip Galito. “I always tell people I joined on Valentine’s Day because I love the Navy.” The Galito family’s naval history could be described as a long, rich heritage. Chip’s grandfather was pinned as a chief petty officer in 1943 and became the first chief quartermaster aboard USS Wisconsin (BB 64) during WWII. His father served as a chief aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65) during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and his stepfather had been a senior chief hospital corpsman. “There wasn’t pressure to become a chief.” Chip said. “It wasn’t my day-to-day goal to be advanced. It was my day-to-day goal to be the best Sailor I could be.” This motto helped Chip earn his anchors after 9 years of being a junior enlisted sailor. “The anchors that were pinned on me were the ones pinned on my grandfather in 1943,” he said. “My grandmother was a big influence on my life. She used to show me those anchors and say, ‘when you join the Navy and make chief, I’ll pin these on you.’” Chip received the news that he had been selected to
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become a chief petty officer on a Friday in September of 1992 and called his grandmother to tell her the good news the very next day. “She was so excited. She said she would bring the anchors and that she and my grandfather would be there. That next Monday my ship got underway and we were gone for eight weeks, but while I was gone she passed away,” he said. “We were off the coast of Columbia and I had to fly back. I missed the funeral, but three weeks later my grandfather still showed up and pinned those anchors on me.” Wearing his newly assigned khakis, the uniform designated for chief petty officers, chief warrant officers and commissioned officers, Chip never wanted to forget how it felt to be a junior enlisted Sailor. He wanted to remember what it was like to be in a working party, to stand watches, and sleep in a coffin rack so he could understand what his junior Sailors were experiencing and how to lead them to success. “As enlisted leaders, the most important thing we do is give Sailors the opportunity to succeed,” said Chip. “The single most memorable event to me is to see a Sailor succeed, be the best they can be and then get recognized for it.” Five years after Chip inherited his grandfather’s anchors, his brother, a missile technician, joined him as the Galito family’s newest chief. “My brother always talked about joining the Navy, even when we were little kids,” said Chip. “He used to say, ‘when I get old enough, I’m going to join the Navy. I’m going to stay in for 30 years, and I’m going to be a master chief.’” Chip and his brother, their father and stepfather, and their grandfather are still not the end of the chief heritage in the family. Chip’s uncle and his brotherin-law also earned the rank of chief petty officer. “Just because there are seven of us who have been chief petty officers, we have not been the only ones in my family who have served, and it’s not just in the Navy,” said Chip. “We have a significant amount of Army, Marine Corps and Air Force service in our family as well.” After 26 years of marriage and three children, Chip’s only son, without pressure from his parents, chose to begin his Navy career by way of the officer route and is currently in the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program. Chip often jokes around to people saying that his son was destined to be an officer. “He’s always had someone to pick up after him and he’s had a chief telling him what to do for his entire life,” said Chip. The naval tradition consisted of the master chief being piped aboard by sideboys standing on both sides of a red carpet interlaced with bullets. The colors were paraded as the brass quintet of Navy musicians played the national anthems from the balcony. “No one can wear the uniform forever,” said Chip. “My hope is that I will transition well and I’ll just be a good American. With as much commitment as I have put into being the best Sailor I can be, I now want to be the best citizen I can be.”
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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
Naval Support Activity Naples service members render honors while the U.S. and Italian national anthems are played during a Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony at the Reel Time Theater Dec 7. The remembrance ceremony honored service members who were at Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack on Dec 7, 1941.
NSA Naples Conducts Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony Story and photo by MCSN Erik Luebke, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
AILORS stationed at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples gathered at the Capodichino Reel Time Theater Friday morning to take part in a Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony Dec. 7. The yearly remembrance ceremony is held to honor the service members who were present at the attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941. “Seventy-one years ago, the United States Navy suffered this devastating surprise attack by a massive expeditionary element bent on destroying our fighting force and demoralizing our nation,” said Capt. Scott Gray, commanding officer of NSA Naples. “Through the trials and tribulations of a hard won war and a harder won peace, we have forged the enduring bonds of friendship with our allies.” The ceremony takes place every year at various naval bases and ships around the world. “Ceremonies like this help us to never forget neither the terrible events of a given day, per-
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petrated by those who seek America’s demise or the extraordinary heroism that such events often give rise to from among the ranks of our military comrades,” said Cmdr. Philip Pelikan, NSA Naples chaplain. The ceremony was attended by the NSA Naples military and civilian community and included ceremonial guardsman parading the U.S., Italian and Navy flags while two Sailors stood guard over a wreath meant to honor service members who were at Pearl Harbor. “Wreaths have been used since the time of ancient Greece to represent the victory of the eternal spirit over death,” said Pelikan. “We lay the same wreaths today to remember the fallen at Pearl Harbor, so they are never forgotten.” The U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band was also in attendance, playing the American and Italian national anthems, ‘America the Beautiful’ and the Navy Hymn. For more stories and information on Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremonies, search “Pearl Harbor” at www.navy.mil.
Individual Force Protection Plans Personnel planning on traveling outside of Italy (except to the United States or U.S. territories) should contact their chain of command’s Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Division 30 days prior to their planned departure. The ATFP office will review the request and will notify you of all requirements that must be fulfilled prior to travel. Note that some countries have additional entry requirements which require more processing time than 30 days. Contact your ATFP division as soon as possible in order to assist you in meeting all requirements. You can contact the NSA Naples ATFP office by any of the following means. Phone: 081-568-5525/5595; E-mail: M-NA-NSASEC-ATdivision-GS@eu.navy.mil Or visit the office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403, open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Friday, Dec. 14 — LEGAL ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Legal Assistance appointments will be performed by an attorney from the legal service office 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. Friday, Dec 14 — VOMERO HILL: THE CASTLE, THE MARKET AND CHRISTMAS SHOPPING (8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Departs from JFC) Visit the newest area of Naples and breathe the Christmas atmosphere. Enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the city from San Martino area, close to the Sant’Elmo castle. You’ll also get to shop at the market, drink a fantastic cappuccino and more. Tuesday, Dec 18 — ITALIAN COOKING CLASS (9:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) Trip to a restaurant to learn how to cook a variety of Italian dishes. Cost is about €15 to be at the restaurant. Participants will meet outside the Support Site Main Gate at 9:45 a.m. and take the local bus to Aversa. Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus tickets at Information, Tours and Travel. Thursday, Dec. 20 — COMMUNICATION SKILLS (2 to 3 p.m.) 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.
UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS Call 081-568-8354/7 for more information or to register. Wednesday, Dec. 19 — LEARN ABOUT ITALIAN WINES (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Learn how to confidently select wines at a restaurant as well as to really understand the "whys" and "hows" of wine tasting. The instructor (a former Navy officer) is an Italian food and wine enthusiast and will guide you step-by-step as you practice food and wine pairing. Finger foods will be included as part of the class. Thursday, Dec. 20 — ITALIAN CROSS-STITCH CLASS (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Cross-stitch is one of the oldest forms of embroidery and can be found all over the world. At this hands-on class, you will learn to make your own cross stitch work to take home. This is the first of series of lessons for those who want to learn this art. The cost of the class is €6 (including materials), which is to be paid to the instructor. Limited to 10 attendees.
NOTES FROM THE FFSC The Fleet and Family Support Center aboard the Naval Support Activity Naples Support Site will be closed Monday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve).
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The Community Center also contains a gym with weight-lifting and cardio equipment, racquetball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, and two outdoor tennis courts. While JFC’s operational offices have already transferred over to the Lago Patria base, some of the stores from the base in Bagnoli won’t be making the move until later this month, Sodano said. The shops should be in place at the Community Center by mid-January, she said. With the new base in Lago Patria, JFC is trying to offer all the same amenities that existed at the former JFC headquarters, Anzaldi said. “The basic point was not to lose any quality of life we had in Bagnoli,” Anzaldi said. Safety was also a priority in the new headquarters. Construction was delayed for a year-and-half at one point to make sure the facility complied with stringent new Italian laws regarding earthquake retrofitting, Anzaldi said. The finished headquarters is built on top of seismic insulators, which act as shock absorbers. “This is an earthquake proof building,” Anzaldi said. “In the event that there is an earthquake, the seismic energy is absorbed by these devices.”
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Sailors check out healthrelated projects during the 10th annual Performance Improvement Fair in the hospital atrium. Staff, patients and guests viewed the showcased projects. (Photo by HM2 David Butters)
Excellence Abounds at 10th Annual Performance Improvement Fair By Lt. Cmdr. Kathy Garner, NC, USN
The staff at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples held its 10th Annual Performance Improvement Fair on Nov. 15, 2012, in the hospital atrium to showcase various projects being conducted across the command. Projects focused on processes that affect everything from direct patient care to administrative and operational programs. “This fair was a wonderful opportunity for staff to concentrate on performance improvement and effective delivery of quality patient care. A multiplicity of ideas, 39 in all, focused on readiness, value and jointness - the strategic goals of our organization,” said Capt. Matthew Pommer, Commanding Officer, USNH Naples. Participation in the fair was an opportunity for staff members to make a positive impact within their respective departments, while being a part of the process-improvement team, thereby affecting the entire organization and healthcare experience of our patient population. The projects will be displayed for viewing by patients, staff and visitors throughout the year at USNH Naples. Trophies were awarded for the following categories: Best Use of Performance Improvement Data: Medical Home Port; Tricare Operations by HM3 David Tapia
Best Use of Innovation: E.L.I.T.S. (Enhanced Lab Inventory Tracking System) by HM1 Mark Go Best Evidence of Efficiency: Amnisure by HM2 Douglas Doherty and HM1 Mark Go Best Evidence of Efficiency: Exceptional Family Member Program by Lt. Sheena Neal and the Patient Administration staff Best Evidence of Improving Patient Safety and Error Reduction: TeamSTEPPS by Cmdr. Michael Murray and TeamSTEPPS Committee Best Use of Performance Improvement Methodology: Bedside Reporting (TeamSTEPPS) by Lt. Rachel Ingram and Multi Service Ward Best Overall: Thinking Outside of the BOX When It Comes to Safe Supply Stock Space Utilization by HM2 Latrisha Coward and HN Kelly Jones CO's Awards for Excellence: CO’s Platinum Eagle Award: Healthcare to Health (H2H) Readiness by Lt. Jennifer Maguire and BHC Capodichino staff Water Quality and Testing Capabilities at USNH Naples by HM3 Jeremy Sampson and Lt. Anthony Allen Maximizing Ratio of CT Image Quality and Patient Dose by HM2 Sean Fryer Improving Oral Hygiene by HM3 Josue Garciachaidez and Cmdr. Cynthia Shalom Environmental Safety by Mr. Marco Menafro and Ms. Sonia Vacchiano Patient Information by Mr. Ralph Sgambato
Crime Report for Dec. 3- Dec. 9, 2012 – Burglary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (1 off base) – Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . .2 (2 off base) – Stolen Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (1 off base) Burglary (off base). On Dec. 3, at approximately 11:05 a.m., E-5/USN reported a burglary that occurred Dec. 2 in Gricignano, Italy. Victim stated he woke up in the morning to find that his house had been broken into. Upon further investigation, he reported that his vehicle was also broken into and multiple items were missing from both. Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Dec. 4, at approximately 10:53 p.m., E-6/USA reported a vehicle break-in that occurred on the same date in Lago Patria, Italy. Victim stated that she parked her vehicle in front of a restaurant and went in to eat. Upon leaving the restaurant, she noticed that the front driver’s-side window had been broken out and that multiple items were missing from her vehicle. Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Dec. 9, at approximately 10:43 a.m., CIV reported a vehicle break-in that
occurred on the same date in Gricignano, Italy. Victim stated that she had parked her vehicle in front of a friend’s house and was woken up the following day by the neighbor who informed her that her vehicle had been broken into. Upon conducting a full inventory of her vehicle, she reported multiple items missing. Stolen Vehicle (off base). On Dec. 9, at approximately 10:40 p.m., E-5/USN reported a stolen vehicle that occurred on the same date in Gricignano, Italy. Victim stated that he returned to his home and noticed that his vehicle was missing from the courtyard in front of his house. Upon further investigation, he noticed that the gate leading to his courtyard had been forced open. NOTE: We would like to remind the community that this time of the year, the road conditions can be slippery due to increase in rain and cold weather. When driving, be mindful of other drivers around you and leave sufficient amount of space between you and other vehicles. Remember that you need more time and distance to stop you vehicle when the pavement is wet.
Energy Conservation LED Holiday Lights From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team Light Emitting Diode (LEDs) consume far less electricity than incandescent bulbs, and decorative LED light strings such as Christmas tree lights are no different. Not only do LED holiday lights consume less electricity, they also have the following advantages: • Safer: LEDs are much cooler than incandescent lights, reducing the risk of combustion or burnt fingers. • Sturdier: LEDs are made with epoxy lenses, not glass, and are much more resistant to breakage. • Longer lasting: The same LED string could still be
in use 40 holiday seasons from now. • Easier to install: Up to 25 strings of LEDs can be connected end-to-end without overloading a wall socket. Save money during the holiday season. A household could save $23 per Christmas and save 70kg of Co2 when estimating the cost of electricity to light a six-foot tree for 12 hours a day for 40 days in Italy. Incandescent C-9 lights have an estimated price of $20.08, while LED C-9 lights run $2.87. Incandescent mini-lights have an estimated price of $6.88, while LED mini-lights run $0.92. *Assumes 25 C-9 bulbs and 200 mini-lights per tree with electricity at $0.239 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) (Italian 2012 Residential Rate).
Schedule of Holiday Religious Services and Special Events on Base From NSA Naples Religious Ministries
• CATHOLIC SERVICES • Monday, Dec. 24— 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.: Christmas Eve Mass at the Support Site Chapel Tuesday, Jan. 1 — 11 a.m.: Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God Solemnity Mass at the Support Site Chapel • PROTESTANT SERVICES • Saturday, Dec. 22 — 9 a.m.: Unto Us a Child is Born (Seventh Day Adventist service) at the Support Site Side Chapel Sunday, Dec. 23 — First Sunday of Christmas 8 a.m.: Liturgical service at the Support Side Chapel 9:15 a.m.:Contemporary Christian service at the Support Site Chapel 11 a.m.: General Protestant service at the Capodichino Chapel 1 p.m.: Hallelujah Full Gospel service at the Support Site Chapel 4 p.m.: Spanish Evangelical Christian service at the Support Site Chapel Monday, Dec.24 — Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 6 p.m.: General Protestant service at the Capodichino Chapel 7 p.m.: Contemporary Christian service at the Support Site Chapel Saturday, Dec. 29 — 9 a.m.: Growing in Christ for the New Year at the Support Site Side Chapel Monday, Dec. 31 — 10 p.m.: Hallelujah Full Gospel, Watch night service at the Support Site Chapel •EASTERN ORTHODOX SERVICES • Tuesday, Dec. 25 — 10 a.m.: Nativity Divine Liturgy at the Capodichino Blessed Sacrament Chapel Sunday, Jan. 6 — 9:45 a.m.: Theophany service as the Capodichino Blessed Sacrament Chapel • SPECIAL HOLIDAY EVENTS • Sunday, Dec. 16 — 5:30 p.m.: Operation Buon Natale II at the Support Site Chapel Sunday, Dec. 23 — 5 p.m.: Hometown Christmas Caroling at the Support Site Food Court 9:15 a.m.: Christmas children’s musical during Contemporary Christian service at the Support Site Chapel Sunday, Dec. 30 to Saturday, Jan. 55 — Club Beyond’s 3rd Annual Winter Blitz; for more information, contact Arturo Paulino at 081-568-4603 or apaulino@clubbeyond.org.
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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued 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. SIGN UP FOR THE ROME MARATHON that takes place in the Eternal City March 17, 2013. Register through race promoter Gianni Interbartolo, founder of the command-sponsored running group Le Piume Nere, and save on registration costs. Cost is €50 until Dec. 15; €60 for registrations between Dec. 15 and Jan. 31; and €70 if you register between Jan. 31 and March 4. Marathon participants are allowed 7 hours to complete the 26.2-mile course. For more information, contact Gianni Interbartolo at ginterbartolo@yahoo.it. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meets every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. in the Support Site Fellowship Hall (above the library) for food, friends and faith. There are six Bible studies to choose from, and childcare and nursery care to homeschoolers is free. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connectthe-Tots-Club. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE will take place every Saturday at the Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is as follows: Sabbath school, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.; divine service, 10:45 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo at 334-906-0994. 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. 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. 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 335-7604446. Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples. 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 usmrasi.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. 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. 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 081-811-4682 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. 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 volunteer orientation the first Wednesday of every month at the organization’s Capodichino office from 8:3010 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.
Friday, Dec. 14 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG-13 (3D) Premiere Showing 6:30 p.m. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG-13 6:30 p.m. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG13 (3D)
Monday, Dec. 17 Closed, No Movie
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Tuesday, Dec. 18 Closed, No Movie Wednesday, Dec. 19 4:30 p.m. Here Comes the Boom, PG, Last Showing 6 p.m. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG13 (3D) 7 p.m. Lincoln, PG-13
Saturday, Dec. 15 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG-13 4 p.m. Lincoln, PG13 Premiere Showing 6:30 p.m. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG13 (3D) 7 p.m. Flight, R Premiere Showing
Thursday, Dec. 20 4:30 p.m. Rise of the Guardians, PG (3D) Last Showing 6:30 p.m. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey PG-13 (3D) 7 p.m. Flight, R
Sunday, Dec. 16 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG-13 4 p.m. Fun Size, PG-13 6 p.m. Clouds Atlas, R 6:30 p.m. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, PG-13
Friday, Dec. 21 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey PG-13 (3D) 5:30 p.m. Fun Size PG-13 7:15 p.m. Jack Reacher, PG-13 Premier Showing
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Movie descriptions HE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY, PG-13 (3D). Cast: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis, Elijah Wood, Orlando Bloom. Drama,170 min. The adventure follows the journey of title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of 13 dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakenshield. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands. Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths of guile and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's “precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities... A simple, gold ring that tied to the fate of all surprise Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know.
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LIGHT, R. Cast: Denzel Washington, Don Cheadle, Kelly John Goodman, Bruce Greenwood. Drama, 139 min. Whip Whitaker, a seasoned airline pilot, miraculously crash lands his plane after a mid-air catastrophe, saving nearly every soul on board. After the crash, Whip is hailed a hero, but as more is learned, more questions than answers arise to who or what was really at fault and what really happened on that plane?
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ACK REACHER, PG-13. Cast: Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Robert Duvall, James Martin Kelly, Jai Courtney. Action/Adventure, 130 min. When a gunman takes five lives with six shots, all evidence points to the suspect in custody. On interrogation, the suspect offers up a single note: "Get Jack Reacher!" So begins an extraordinary chase for the truth, pitting Jack Reacher against an unexpected enemy, with a skill for violence and a secret to keep.
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INCOLN, PG-13. Cast: Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, Jackie Earle Haley, Tommy Lee Jones, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Drama, 150 min. A revealing drama that focuses on the 16th President’s tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
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UN SIZE, PG-13. Cast: Thomas Mann, Victoria Justice, Johnny Knoxville, Chelsea Handler, Thomas McDonell. Comedy, 90 min.
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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 Dec. 15 Ruins of Paestum and Mozzarella Factory . .€ 48 Dec. 16 Naples on the Magical Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . .€ 28 Dec. 21 Wine Tasting and Tombola Night . . . . . .€ 49 Dec. 22 Christmas Alley and Sushi Night . . . . . . . . .€ 48 Dec. 23 Rome of the Caesars . .€ 73 WEEKEND TOURS December 31 - January 3 New Year’s in London . . . . . € 849 January 19-20 Weekend in Florence. . . . . . € 180 February 1-4 Carnevale in Venice . . . . . . € 228 February 15-18 President’s Day in Vienna . € 533
No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies
Wren, a sarcastic high school senior, is eager to distance herself from her dysfunctional family by going off to college. Before that can happen, Wren's mother, Joy, insists that she watch her little brother Albert on Halloween night, so Joy can go to a rager with her much younger boyfriend. When Wren gets distracted by an invitation to the party of the year, Albert disappears into a sea of trick-or-treaters. Frantic to locate him before their mother discovers he's missing, Wren enlists the help of her sassy best friend April, as well as Peng, an aspiring ladies man and co-captain of the debate team, and Peng's best friend, Roosevelt, a sweet nerd whose crush on Wren clouds his better on Wren clouds his better judgment. This unlikely foursome embarks on a high-stakes, all-night adventure to find Albert, crossing paths with outrageous characters every step of the way. LOUD ATLAS, R. Cast: Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Jim Broadbent, Hugo Weaving, Jim Sturgess. Drama, 172 min. The film explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave dramatically through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. Each member of the ensemble appears in multiple roles as the stories move through time.
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ISE OF THE GUARDIANS, PG (3D). Cast voices: Chris Pine, Alec Baldwin, Hugh Jackman, Isla Fisher, Jude Law. Animation, 97 min. Rise of the Guardians tells the story of a group of heroes who each possess extraordinary abilities. When an evil spirit known as Pitch lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world.
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LIGHT, R. Cast: Denzel Washington, Don Cheadle, Kelly John Goodman, Bruce Greenwood. Drama, 139 min. Whip Whitaker, a seasoned airline pilot, miraculously crash lands his plane after a mid-air catastrophe, saving nearly every soul on board. After the crash, Whip is hailed as a hero, but as more is learned, more questions than answers arise as to who or what was really at fault and what really happened on that plane?
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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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Basketball: Wildcats Fight Off Falcons in Rome Story and photo by James Stockman
HE Naples Wildcats boys’ varsity and junior varsity basketball teams opened up their 2012-2013 season this past weekend in Rome, Italy, facing the American Overseas School of Rome Falcons. The 2012 Division II European Champions proved this year they will not relinquish their title without a fight. Friday night’s game was a start- to-finish victory for the Wildcats, ending with a score of 57-34. Junior guard D’Ondre “DJ” Stockman led the Wildcats’ well-balanced attack, shooting 50 percent from three-point range and attacking the basket aggressively. Stockman finished with 30 points, 4 steals, 4 assists, and 4 rebounds. Junior forward Isaiah Wesby contributed his normal doubledouble with 10 points and 10 rebounds, and also added 3 steals, 2 assists, and 1 block. Also filling up the stat sheet was senior guard Aaron Smith, who racked up 9 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block. Junior Howard Pulley added 4 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals, and Joseph Pitts and Chris Mack added 2 points each. Pitts and Mack, along with Kyle Schweitzer, provided tenacious hustle on both ends of the floor. Saturday’s game was a much different matchup. The Wildcats came out sluggish and the Falcons led for the majority of
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the game, keeping the Wildcat boys in foul trouble with their aggressive play. The Wildcat boys trailed 32–20 at the half. At the start of the third quarter, the Wildcats pressed full court and clawed their way back into the game. Aaron Smith hit back-toback buckets late in the third quarter to put the Wildcats close. Chris Mack then hit a 3point shot with 1:17 left in the third quarter, which brought the Wildcats within two points at 40–38. Kyle Schweitzer’s critical layup with 54 seconds left tied the game at 40. Smith hit a baseline jumper with 7:35 left in the fourth quarter to tie the game at 42. The Wildcats eventually took the lead on a Joseph Pitts free throw and never looked back in route to their 59-49 victory, giving them a 2-0 record for the season. Leading the Wildcats in scoring on Saturday was junior forward Isaiah Wesby. Wesby’s stat sheet at the end of the game read 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 steals. Aaron Smith added 13 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 4 steals. Joseph Pitts had 11 points, 2 rebounds and 4 steals. DJ Stockman chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds, 6 steals and 6 assists. Chris Mack added 5 points, and Howard Pulley added 2. In the junior varsity games, the Wildcat boys split their contests with the Falcons. In game 1, the Wildcat boys led from start to finish and won 50-21. Freshman
Wildcat player Isaiah Wesby (#21) jumps for the ball while DJ Stockman (#25) and Howard Pulley (#24) get ready to attack during a game last weekend against American Overseas School of Rome. The Wildcats won both weekend matchups, allowing them to start the season with a 2-0 record.
point guard Justin Durgadin, playing in his first DODDS game, ran the offense and kept the ball moving with his precision passing. Durgadin hit a clutch 3-pointer to close out the first half. In Saturday’s game, the Wildcat boys lost a nail- biter 30-28. The Wildcat boys were leading for most of the game, but the win slipped away in the closing minutes. Freshmen Joshua Keith, Khalin Murphy, and Dylan Kessler were dominant on the boards all weekend long and gave the Wildcats plenty of shot opportunities with their hard work and effort. The
smooth shooting of Chris Mack, Kyle Schweitzer, Jonathan Wheeler, and Jonny Bray, plus the never-give-up hustle of Anthony Martinez, also made the Wildcats formidable opponents. Durgadin finished the weekend with 19 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 1 steal. Bray with his sweet shooting tallied 8 points and 2 rebounds. Mack ended up with 9 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist and 1 steal. Schweitzer had 9 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals and 1 assist. Wheeler had a run where he hit consecutive 3-pointers and ended up with 9 points, 4 steals
and 1 rebound. Kessler put up monster numbers for the weekend and ended up with 10 points, 20 rebounds, 1 block, and 1 steal. Joshua Keith chipped in 4 points, 6 rebounds, 1 block and 1 steal. Khalin Murphy had 10 points, 5 rebounds and 1 steal. The Wildcats’ next game will be at home tonight and tomorrow against Florence. Also, the boys will be holding a bagging fundraiser at the Navy Exchange Dec. 16, Dec. 28 and Dec. 29. Please come out and support your Wildcats as they continue their quest for another championship.
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Vice Adm. Andreas Krause (left) deputy commander of Allied Maritime Command Naples, poses with Warrant Officer Patrick Thomas of the French Navy after presenting him the award for Non-Commissioned Officer of the semester. (Photo by MCPO Giovanni Malafronte)
NCO of Semester Tennis team captain senior Conor Skelton is flanked by coach Bob Patulak (left) and assistant coach Ray Fernandez. The Wildcat tennis team is grateful for their coaches. Not pictured: conditioning coach David Paul.
From Allied Maritime Command Naples
ARRANT Officer Patrick Thomas of the French Navy was named Allied Maritime Command Naples’ NonCommissioned Officer of the Second Semester 2012. In an award ceremony held in front of headquarters staff, Thomas received the commendation from Deputy Commander Vice Admiral Andreas Krause. Master Chief Petty Officer Mario Matacena, senior enlisted advisor for Maritime Command Naples, said Thomas was voted into the position by a group of peers from a highly competitive group of contenders. Thomas’ nomination cited a series of significant accomplishments and outstanding performance of duties. It also concentrated on his contribution to Maritime Command Naples’ headquarters as a whole and highlighted the qualities that made him stand out as an NCO as well as establish him as a role model for his contemporaries. Thomas is the eighth NCO to receive this award since the program was established in January 2009.
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legend in teaching circles throughout Department of Defense Dependents Schools Europe, Bob Patulak is a name you’re likely to hear. He is best known for inspiring young adults in the classroom and challenging them to complete a solid education. Outside of the classroom, coach Patulak, as he is affectionately known, is a wizard on the tennis court. But wait, there is so much more. In addition to coach Patulak’s on-court strategies, there are two other power house assistant coaches and mentors that helped propel the Wildcat tennis team to earn gold
this year at the European Championships. This is somewhere Naples High School has never, in its history, been before. “Coach Raymond Fernandez and conditioning coach David Paul have given nearly every waking moment of their time to these young adults,” said Bill Yancy, long-time supporter of Wildcat tennis. “Frankly, I see a bit of magic in each of these players that carries right back into the classroom.” To those who know these three on-court mentors, they are more than just phenomenal coaches. “They are generous mentors and caring friends,” said Yancy. “They have impacted so many lives through their coaching,
their sense of humor and their generosity.” Yancy went on to say that there are not enough good words in the English language to say about these three leaders. “To simply say that coach Patulak has had a huge impact on everyone doesn’t come close to describing the lasting truth to the statement,” said Yancy. “He is the biggest advocate I know for trusting our young people.” One player said that coaches Patulak, Fernandez and Paul have the commitment of Olympic trainers. “Every day, these coaches give one hundred percent of what they’re asking of our tennis players,” said Conor Skelton, a senior and captain of the tennis team. "No athlete would ever think of going to the next level without having coaches like these. “They are, in a word, extraordinary,” said Skelton.
Holiday Season Family Tips By Dr. Krystal White, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
ROM mid-November to Jan. 3rd, the holidays are the most stressful time of the year! The season disrupts the normal routine. More activity equals more stimulation while less rest equals more tantrums. Parents assume that because it is fun, kids will have better behavior, but the truth is every one is more cranky, argumentative, tired and depressed during this season than all other months of the year. Dr. White says, “change your expectations.” Expect to feel sad. Expect more tantrums and fights. Instead of focusing on the negative, choose to let things go. To increase the peace: • Count to three before deciding to argue with your child. Most times, ignoring bad behavior is best. • Give kids three warnings before you respond, then say “it looks like we need a break.” • Only arrange for three events per week. More than that and you will likely feel tired, overwhelmed, and have more tantrums. • Events and outings should be three hours or less. Anything more and you’re inviting trouble. • Have three fun toys, not videos, that are kept in the car to distract kids during shopping or downtime.
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Children can only pay attention to three objects at a time, at most. To help them notice their gifts and appreciate them more, keep them busy and happy all day,” said White. Follow these guidelines: • Limit gifts to 12 per child at most and break gift openings to three separate times: one on Christmas morning, after lunch and after dinner. • Have at least three hours between gifts. Kids need time to play with each toy and have a break. Having three-hour breaks decreases the chance they will become over stimulated and gives you a chance to rest. • During the holiday season, schedule at least three hours of rest time in your house on weekends. Too many activities weaken the immune system, increases conflicts in marriages and makes kids exhausted and cranky. • Choose three holiday rituals or experiences to start. Families value experiences more than gifts and they remember them more as they grow. Dr. White serves as a pediatric psychologist at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and specializes in developmental disorders and working with families.
If you are the victim of a crime, report the incident to Security Dispatch at 081-568-5638.
Eurasia Partnership Capstone 2012 Kicks Off
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Adm. Bruce Clingan (right) congratulates Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Timothy Cahoe, assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Allied Joint Force Command (AJFC) Naples, on being named this week’s Sailor in the Spotlight. Cahoe has completed two temporary additional duty assignments. He has served as network field service technician at Naval Computer Telecommunications Station Naples and as the request-for-change manager and NCTS liaison with the staff of U.S. Sixth Fleet communications department. Cahoe was recently assigned as personal travel communicator for the commander, deploying to various locations throughout Europe and the U.S. While serving in this demanding assignment, he was selected as AJFC Sailor of the Quarter and AJFC Sailor of the year during 2011. Cahoe was selected for participation in the Seaman-to-Admiral 21 program, where he will continue his college degree and graduate a commissioned officer. (Photo courtesy of Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs)
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RE you thinking of an important project but you are feeling stuck? Do you want to develop a skill or improve your performance and you don’t know where to start? Do you want to take care of your health and your body response to a medical treatment or procedure? Or do you want to simply relax? Use the power of visualization to enhance your capabilities in dealing with one or all of the above. To learn about visualization and many other techniques that are taught in the stress management class, call the Fleet and Family Support Center at 081-811-6372.
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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 081-5684639 for more information.
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)
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The 2012 Navy flag football team holds up their gold trophies after winning the Army-Navy game 19-13. (Photo by by MC1 Travis Simmons)
Naples Army-Navy Flag Football Competition By MC2(SW) John Herman, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
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AVAL Support Activity (NSA) Naples hosted its annual Army-Navy flag football game Dec. 8 at the Naples American High School football field where the Navy won
19-13. While the official Army and Navy football teams faced off in Philadelphia, service members stationed in Naples, Italy hosted their own Army-Navy game on the same day to mirror the famous game. The game started with the playing of the Italian and American national anthems as the Naples High School NJROTC honor guard stood by, followed by some light inter-service jibbing by the honorary team captains. The weather held and did not rain, but it was still bitterly cold. The field, soaked from the recent rain, turned to mud as players fought for possession of the ball. Kelly Berger, intramural sports coordinator at NSA Naples who organized the event, said it was a major effort, requiring coordination with the local school for use of their football field, the staff at Carney Park to help prepare the field, and local volunteers to help run the event. “Everybody’s had a really good attitude about it,” said Berger. “The teams have really been looking forward to this all year.” “This is by far the best game. It’s great. Beautiful football weather,” said Staci Dietrich. “Last year it rained and Navy dominated the Army the whole game, but this year it’s a close fight.” For some, like Cheri Moyer, it was their first time experiencing the Naples Army Navy football game. “I told my son we would be going home after the first hour, but I was really impressed,” said Moyer, as she stayed through the rest of the game. The Army scored the first touchdown and led through the first half of the game. After half-time, the Navy team rebounded, took the lead and held on to win. With only five minutes left in the game, Army launched a vigorous offensive drive. They needed only one more touchdown to tie the game and pressed hard. Army quarterback got within five yards of the endzone before a penalty call took them back 15 yards. Undeterred, the Army then tried a pass, but it was intercepted by the Navy who then held possession until the end of the game. This has been the third consecutive win for the Naples Navy team.
yeoman Seaman Thomas Fore avoids defenders during the annual Naples ArmyNavy game Dec. 8 at Naval Support Activity Naples. (Photo by MC2 John Herman)
Above: Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Patrick Ingram moves up field after catching a pass. (Photo by MC1 Travis Simmons) Below: The 2012 Army flag football team
pose with their silver trophies after the game. (Photo by MC1 Travis Simmons)
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) The HRO website for vacancy announcements is unavailable until further notice. To find out what positions are currently open please contact our front desk at 081-568-5409. The announcements are visible at the Fleet and Family Support Center at the Support Site and at the Human Resources Office at Capodichino. Copies of vacancy announcements will also be posted on Facebook at HRO¬_NAPLES and at http://hronaples.altervista.org The Human Resources Office is located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, 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: Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 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 CLOSING DEC. 20 IT Specialist (INFOSEC/ PLCYPLN), GS-2210-13, ANN# EUR13-508509-EG, Full Time Permanent Physical Security Manager, GS-0080-09 KPP 11 or GS-008011, ANN#EUR13-479470-SC, Full Time Permanent Quality Assurance Specialist (Shipbuilding), GS-1910-12, ANN#EUR13-508806-SC, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Program Analyst, GS-0343-14, ANN#EUR13 -510918-EG, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Marketing Specialist, GS-1101-09, ANN# EUR13-504619-AG, Full Time Permanent CLOSING DEC 27 IT Specialist (NETWORK), GS2210-11, ANN#EUR13-499527JC, Full Time Permanent Counseling and Advocacy Advisor, GS-0101-13, ANN# EUR13-510845-EG, Full Time Permanent Management Analyst, GS0343-07 KPP 09/11 or GS-034309 KPP 11, or GS-0343-11, ANN#EUR13-514785-EG, Full Time Permanent Interdisciplinary Engineer, GS-08XX-13, ANN#EUR13507142-AV, Full Time Permanent. Transportation Specialist, GS-2150-13, ANN#EUR13509785-AV, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Equipment/Facility Services Specialist, GS-1601-12, ANN#EUR13513423-AV, Full Time Permanent Electrical Engineer, GS-085013, ANN#EUR13-517168-AV, Full Time Permanent CLOSING JAN 10 Business Manager, GS-110113, ANN#EUR13-515865-EG, 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: Dec. 20, 2012
U.S. COURTESY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking two outgoing and service-focused individuals to direct activities at our full service branch office in Naples, Italy. If you have demonstrated supervisory work experience or management ability, Navy Federal has a career opportunity for you. To apply, go to navyfederal.org, click careers, then search jobs, and apply for the following opening: Assistant Manager, Branch Office - Naples - Job ID 18321 Manager, Branch Office Naples - Job ID 18332. (If you do not see the posting using the search Job ID function, scroll through the available openings pages using the “next” button until you find the correct Job ID and opening.)
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 DEC. 20 Specialista Ingegnere Meccanico, Q2-0830, ANN#44308504638-AV, Full Time Permanent Management and Program Analyst, Ua-0343-03 KPP 02/01, Or Ua-0343-02 KPP 01, Or Ua-0343-01, ANN#33191507289-AV, Full Time Permanent If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-5685409. 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 bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the Support Site food court area. 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 or 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 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Dec. 17, 2012.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic. navy.mil/Naples/FleetAnd FamilyReadiness/AboutFleet AndFamilyReadiness/Jobs/ index.htm The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.
NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child and Youth Programs Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN# 12-159, (Multiple Positions). Flexible/regular part-time, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging
in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, dayto-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. 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, and 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#12-002, 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. 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#12-155, flexible part time, Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helps the customers in the recreation center with recreational events. Recreation Aid (Intramural Sports), NF-0189-01, ANN#13007, flexible, Fitness Branch, Capodichino/ Support Site. Assists the sport coordinator to plan fitness activities. Bartender, NA-7405-05, ANN# 13-011, flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Prepares and serves all types of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage from a full service bar. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar.
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5253/5254 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#120003GH Sales Clerk/ CL/NF-01/FPT. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Cosmetics, Health & Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop, Pets, and Cough and Cold departments. Ann#120003GG Sales Clerk/ SL/NF-01/FPT. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments. Ann#120002U7 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#120003GF Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the electronics, housewares, domestics, furniture, and gifts departments. Security Ann#120003R3 Guard/52/NF-01/Flex (4 positions). Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $9.00-$11.00. Ensures enforcement of security measures, conducts inspections, prepares incident reports and conducts other security related matters. Ann#1200035H LP/Safety In-
vestigative Asst/Trainee/52/ NF-02/Flex (2 positions). Open until filled. Pay Rate: $9.50$11.50. Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#120002U4 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. JFC-NATO MINI MART Ann#1200034W Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. LATINA MINI MART Ann#120002U5 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$10.00. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available.
LOCAL NATIONAL POSITIONS No Vacancies