serving the Nato, Naples and gaeta military communities in italy57th year, No. 30 Friday, august 3, 2012

course industry, Tough Mudder has alreadychallenged half a million individuals inspir-ing participants worldwide.But Tough Mudder is more than an event

— it's a way of thinking. Tough Mudder is away to unlock a true sense of accomplish-ment, have a great time and discover cama-raderie with your fellow participants.Tough Mudder is a supporter of the

Wounded Warrior Project and Help forHeroes. The funds from these events gotoward providing combat-stress recoveryprograms and adaptive-sports programs, aswell as benefits counseling and employ-ment services that aid in a soldier’s transi-tion to civilian life.

Eighteen U.S. Naval Hospital Naples staffmembers, friends, and family recently trav-eled to Scotland to participate in ToughMudder, the first event of its kind inScotland and only the second in the UnitedKingdom. Tough Mudder events consist of 10 to 12

mile obstacle courses designed by SpecialForces to test all around strength, stamina,determination and camaraderie. As theleading company in the booming obstacle

A redesigned program for serv-ice members separating from themilitary will help veterans betterap ply the experience they’vegained in uniform, Defense Sec -retary Leon E. Panetta said.President Barack Obama

announced the revamped pro-gram, called “Transition GPS,” ina speech July 23 at the Veteransof Foreign Wars national conven-tion in Reno, Nev."I applaud the leadership of

President Obama to bring togeth-er government agencies aroundthe goal of enhancing careeropportunities for service mem-bers," Panetta said in a state-ment. "Our personnel have devel-oped extraordinary technicalexpertise and world-class leader-ship skills that are in highdemand. Transition GPS willhelp military members applytheir experience to additionaltraining, formal education, anddevelop successful civiliancareers."Transition GPS is the first major

overhaul of the military’sTransition Assistance Program innearly 20 years, White House offi-cials said. TAP was developed byan interagency team from thedepartments of Def ense, VeteransAffairs, Labor, Education andHomeland Se curity, along withthe Office of Personnel andManagement and the SmallBusiness Administration.Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric

K. Shinseki said the redesign willbetter ensure that veterans todayand in the future will receive thecare and benefits they haveearned."One of our fundamental

responsibilities as a governmentis to properly prepare and sup-port those serving in our militaryso they are career-ready as theytransition back into civilian life,”he said. "This collaborative effortwill have an impact well beyondthis current generation of indi-viduals returning from combat."The redesign is being developed

by the Veterans Em ploymentInitiative Task Force, which wascreated in August to help sepa-rating service members success-fully transition to the civilianworkforce, start a business, orpursue higher education.

Employees ofNaval HospitalNaples take onTough MudderBy Lt. Kamalan Selvarajah, U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Public Affairs Officer, with Lt. Tracy Lewis, U.S Navy Medical Service Corps

See pages 6-7: Away from the designer shops of Capri's main town, rarely tread roads reveal the natural beauty of the island. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)

Transition GPSseeks to helptroops get jobsBy Lisa Daniel

American Forces Press Service

Unveiling Capri's rugged beauty

see TRANSITION GPS Page 12see TOUGH MUDDER Page 4

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U.S.NavalSupportActivityNaplesstaffmemberscelebrateas theyfinish theToughMuddercompeti-tion inScotland.(Photo byRia Tan)

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Happy Friday, everybody. Thank -fully the gas station strike that wasscheduled for this weekend was can-celled, but it’s always best to be pre-pared. If you’re planning on drivinganywhere this weekend, keep in mindthat many Italians will be on theroads as well, especially heading tothe beaches and the South. Planaccordingly, and check for any poten-tial problems, backups, accidents, etc.on autostrade.it before you go. We’vealso been seeing a lot more accidentswith injuries on the roads this sum-mer. The roadways are hazardous places, especially if you’re not used todriving over here, so please, please be careful.Area Orientation (AO) starts every other Friday at 8 a.m. in the

Support Site theater and lasts a week. While AO is timed to follow therotator flight’s arrival, we don’t want to exclude those who arrive via com-mercial air on other days. Remember that it’s a requirement from U.S.European Command to attend AO, and we put out a lot of importantinformation there that will help ease the transition for newcomers herein Naples. No need to sign up, just show up.I think I’ve spoken in this column a number of times about how tight

the budgets are, how constrained all my programs are for funding, andhow we always have to do more with less. I find myself facing this reali-ty more and more as we move toward Fiscal Year 2013. Why do I talkabout it so much? Because while I’m often presented with great ideas toimprove the base and the services we offer, I’m on the ropes trying to keepthe services we already have running. I’d love to be able to install a mini-golf course, for example, or keep the pools open until 9 p.m. for lap swim-mers, but the reality is that we’re lucky to have both the Support Site andCarney Park pools open at the same time, and money for a mini-golfcourse seems very unlikely to materialize in this fiscal environment. Idon’t want to discourage good ideas, and there may be plenty of room forefficiencies that can free up some money for expanded services elsewhere,but I want to be open about this so I can manage your expectations. Please also remember this fiscal reality when you see things broken

around the base. I don’t have a staff to walk around and make notes ofeverything that’s broken. We depend largely on you to report discrepan-cies. That’s why we have trouble call numbers with the Housing andPublic Works departments. We can’t fix it if we don’t know it’s broken,and we won’t know it’s broken unless you tell us. I do have a staff to fixthings, so don’t just live with broken appliances, flooding bathrooms, haz-ardous playground equipment, etc. Report it!I’m on the radio again this morning to answer your questions, provide

information on what is going on around the base and address items ofinterest to the community. Every week we’ll do a show, alternatingbetween myself and the executive officer or command master chief, sopost your questions on our Facebook page or on AFN’s page and we’llanswer them on the air. AFN also posts the show online after it happens,so if you miss it you can tune in later online. I’m not doing this showbecause I like the attention – I’d like to make sure I’m providing feedbackon the issues you care about. With input from all of you, this show couldreally help the whole community know what the real story is behindmany of the decisions that affect you, so please keep the questions com-ing! Tune in to the program Fridays from 7 to 8 a.m. on 106.0 FM.August is here, and while many things are slowing down both on base and

off, we still have a host of community events to keep you busy, as well astrips through the USO and Information, Tours and Travel. Enjoy the time,watch some Olympics, get out and travel, and have a fun and safe weekend!

Captain’s Corner•• ••

By Capt. Scott Gray

NSA Commanding OfficerAug. 4-5 gas strike cancelledThe gas strike that was previously scheduled to

occur in Italy Saturday, August 4 and Sunday,August 5 has been cancelled.

War of 1812 Remembrance Event Aug. 14All are invited to join the Navy element at Allied

Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples for a War of 1812remembrance event led by a historian from the NavyHistory and Heritage Command. The event will beheld at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14 in building B at JFC.For more information, call 081-721-4233.

Navy League meet-and-greets Aug. 3, 9-10The U.S. Navy League in Naples will hold a

meet-and-greet session for potential members between 4 and 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3 and again from 4 to 6 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 9 and Friday, Aug. 10. The meet-and-greets will take place at the Fairways Bar and Grill atCarney Park. New members as well as people lookingto serve in leadership positions are invited to attendand learn more about Navy League. The local NavyLeague is heavily involved with entertaining sailorsthat arrive in the Naples port.

A few holiday closures Aug. 15-17During the upcoming Italian holidays from Aug. 15 to 17,

the Tax-Free Office and the Central Motor VehicleRegistration Offices at Allied Joint Force CommandNaples and Capodichino will be closed. SojournerPermit services will also be suspended Aug. 15 to 17.The Vehicle Processing Center will be closed Aug. 15only. The Personal Property Office, the housing officeand the Support Site Central Motor VehicleRegistration Office will be open with limited servicesAug. 15 to 17 due to reduced manning. Individualsshould make appointments in advance with the

Personal Property Office, housing office and CentralMotor Vehicle Registration Office during these holi-days.

Vacation Bible School Aug. 10-17This August, dive into the fun at Operation

Overboard Vacation Bible School. Participants willenjoy crafts, games, music, dinner and more. Dates areAug. 13 through Aug. 17, with meetings to take placefrom 5 to 6 p.m. in the Support Site Chapel. Childrenentering Kindergarten through sixth grade are invitedto attend, and seventh graders and adults are invitedto volunteer. Participants can register through Aug.17, while volunteers can register through Aug. 10. Signup online at http://overboard.cokesburyvbs.com/SSNaples or pick up a registration form from one of thebase chapels. For more information, contact JenniferMartin at 081-811-4617 or e-mail naplesvbs@hot-mail.com.

National Night Out Aug. 7 at the Support SiteNational Night Out is an annual crime prevention

event that brings together first responders and com-munity members the first Tuesday of every August.This year, National Night out is Tuesday, Aug. 7. AtNaval Support Activity Naples, festivities will begin at5:30 p.m. with a parade on the main road of theSupport Site. The main event will start at 6 p.m. at thesoccer field near the skate park, and will include prizegiveaways, contests, demonstrations, exhibit boothsand a cookout. All Department of Defense and localnational employees are invited, as are their familiesand guests. Participants will include the Carabinieri,Polizia Muncipale, the Guardia Di Finanza, the ItalianArmy, the Navy Criminal Investigative Service, theDepartment of Defense fire department, U.S. NavalHospital Naples, the Red Cross, the USO, the NavyExchange, military working dogs, the Boy Scouts,

Naples Overseas Spouses Cluband other organizations. For fur-ther information on NationalNight Out, please contact MA1Arnoudse at 081-568-2873 or Lt.Cmdr. Tukes at 081-568-5411.

USO Pool Party Aug. 10Grab the kids and treat the

whole family to a splashin’ Fridaynight at the Support Site pool. TheUSO Pool Party will take placefrom 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug.10. Refreshments, water games,giveaways, and music will makefor a relaxing summer evening. Amaximum of 75 people can partici-pate. Tickets cost €2. Sign up at aUSO center to join the fun. Formore information, call the USONaples at 081-568-5713 or 081-811-4903, or visit www.uso.it.

Forgotten Treasures Thrift Store closed through Aug. 25The Forgotten Treasures Thrift

Store on the Support Site will beclosed through August 25; howev-er, donations will still be accepted.

Base Notes•• ••

From Panorama staff reports

NSA Naples CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .townhallnsanaples@eu.navy.milChild and Youth Programs Director .christopher.kasparek@eu.navy.milDirector, FFSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FFSCNSANaples@eu.navy.mil CMVRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .cmvro@eu.navy.mil Personal Property . . . . . . . . . . . . .ppso-naples@eu.navy.milPost Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .m-na-nsa-postoffice-gs@eu.navy.mil Hospital Customer Service . . . . .nhnaples-pao@med.navy.mil Naples High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .naplesHS.principal@eu.dodea.edu Naples Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . .naplesES.principal@eu.dodea.edu Housing Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . .nsanapleshousingdirector@eu.navy.mil Commissary Director . . . . . . . . . . .Sharon.washington@deca.milNEX General Manager . . . . . . . . . .nexnaples-gen1@nexweb.org MWR/ITT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .mwrmarketrequest@eu.navy.milAFN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .http://www.afneurope.net/naples NCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .nctscustsvc@eu.navy.mil

ContaCt naples

CNE-CNA-C6F/CNREURAFSWA IG HOTLINEReport fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement in Navy activities to:Office of the Inspector General, Naples, ItalyLeave a recorded message 24/7:...........................081-568-2983 Speak to the CNREURAFSWA Investigator: ......081-568-2600Speak to the CNE-CNA-C6F Investigator: .........081-568-2964E-mail: ighotline@eu.navy.milWebsite: www.cnic.navy.mil/europe/index.htm

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FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.

AUGUST EVENTS15-16 APPLIED SUICIDE INTERVENTION SKILLS TRAINING In

this workshop you will have the opportunity to explore your experi-ences with and your attitudes about suicide. You will also have anopportunity to better understand the needs of a person at risk of sui-cide and how to use suicide first aid to meet those needs. To attend, callthe CREDO office at 081-568-5255.

23 MONTHLY BABY BASICS CLASS offered by NMCRS VisitingNurses. Next class is Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Navy-MarineCorps Relief Society Office, located in room G-016 in the Admin IIbuilding at Capodichino. Topics include newborn care (i.e. bundling,diapering & bathing); feeding, crying & comforting; health & safety,etc. Contact NCMRS for registration and information at 081-568-3913.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS12 NOSC WELCOME COFFEE Naples Overseas Spouses' Club will be

hosting its annual Welcome Coffee Wednesday, September 12 at theSupport Site Fellowship Hall and Balcony. There are two times one canattend: from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This is astroller- and child-friendly event, and all spouses of civilian, military orlocal national personnel are invited to attend. Register on line atwww.noscitaly.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDNAPLES 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 fol-

lowing leadership positions: events coordinator, volunteer coordinatorand bazaar chairman. Annual rotation of leadership also means we areelecting new board positions: president, vice president and secretary.FMI, e-mail ascpresidentjfc@gmail.com.

LA MIMOSA THRIFT SHOP AT JFC is currently accepting volunteers tosort 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 closedWednesdays and weekends. FMI, e-mail ascpresidentjfc@gmail.com.

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

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

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) NEEDS VOLUNTEERIN STRUCTORS. ARC needs volunteer instructors for various cours-es. Those interested in becoming instructors can contact the ARC officeat 081-568-4788.

ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers whowant to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also needvolunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For moreinformation, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or direc-tor@ animalswithoutlimits.com.

NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA is searching for people whowant to lead the PTA during the 2012-2013 school year. PTA boardmembers are elected every year and committee chairs are appointedevery 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 boardmembers. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it.

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

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZONNAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREESAnyone interest-

ed 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 ToastmastersClub meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held atthe Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact theToastmasters president at 342-010-6263.

GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Trainingand support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noonthe first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For moreinformation, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446. Alsocheck out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples.

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

BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to8 p.m. in the Support Site Community center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscout-troop007naples.

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TTHEHE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……

Italy’s trains to allow large dogs this summerFerrovie dello Stato, the Italian railway company,

will introduce special areas in train compartmentsfor large-sized dogs on Frecciarossa and Eurostarhigh-speed trains through Sept. 30. Tickets will beavailable in first- and second-class service coaches.Travelers with large-sized dogs must have a muzzleand leash and must show their dog registration cer-tificate, or dog passport and health card. Dogs travelwith a 50 percent discounted ticket that must be pur-chased together with the owner’s tickets; it can onlybe purchased at the ticket desk at the station. Thisidea came to avoid the summer abandoning of pets,especially when families go on vacation.

Horse-drawn carriages banned in Rome heatDue to extreme heat conditions, the Rome

Environmental Council issued a city ordinance for-bidding horse-pulled buggies from circulating. Thisaffects 40 carriages authorized in in the city. Twoweeks ago a horse collapsed from heat exhaustionnear the famous Spanish Steps, raising concerns forworking animals’ well-being.

Italian youth seek to study English on vacationEnglish remains the foreign language most studied

by Italian youth. During summer vacations, mostItalian young people are choosing to pursue English-language studies in London this year. There are alsoprograms that involve short-term work opportunitiesfor young Italians in countries such as Australia,Canada and Great Britain. Interest in these pro-grams has risen by 50 percent compared to 2011.

Hotels offering deals this month to increase bookingsMost Italian hotels are cutting their prices by 25 to

30 percent this summer to get more guests due to adrastic drop in bookings compared with previousyears. Bookings this summer at Italian hotels aredown about 50 percent, according to a reservationswebsite. Some hotels are making special offers,

including free stays for youngsters under 16.Hoteliers hope that things will get better with last-minute bookings during the month of August, whichis usually the vacation period for Italian families.

New arena to be built on Naples seafront for Davis CupNaples officials have approved the construction of

an arena on the Naples seafront to host anotherimportant sporting event for the city, the Italy-Chilematch of the Davis Cup World Group Playoffs. Thematches will be played from Sept. 14 to 16 on thenewly pedestrianized lungomare. An arena court willbe set up on the Rotonda Diaz. This playoff willdecide which team will play in the Davis Cup WorldGroup in 2013. The last time Naples hosted a DavisCup Match was in 1995. Work to prepare for thecompetition will start Aug. 6.

Multi-year restoration of the Colosseum planned to start inDecemberA €25 million restoration of the Colosseum in Rome

is set to begin in December, with plans to completethe work by the middle of 2015. Scaffolding willcover parts of the monument for 915 days. The workhas been dogged by controversy, since a consumergroup said it will appeal a court decision that clearedthe way for work to start. This Codacons group saidit would ask Italy’s top administrative court to rulethat the deal to fund the work was unlawful becauseit was given to the Tod’s shoe company without com-petition. The company claimed that it was not asponsor and there was no commercial return. If theruling is reversed, a campaign would be started topublicize the restoration by a non-profit organiza-tion. Rome’s mayor Gianni Alemanno announcedduring his presentation of the plan for the restora-tion that vehicles in the roundabout near theColosseum will no longer circulate by 2015, and anew traffic plan for that notorious traffic area will beready that uses a different route.

Italian News Briefs•• ••

Compiled by Teresa Merola

Sailors serving aboard the USS Oscar Austin (ddG 79) docked July 31 at the Naples port, where they receiveda warm welcome from the USO Naples staff. Upon docking in Bella Napoli, service members were greeted byknowledgeable USO staff members, who set up an information point right on the ship's mess deck. Beforeventuring out in the bustling city, sailors were able acquire valuable area information such as sights toexplore, train and bus schedules, area maps and more. Along with the area listings, service members alsoreceived complimentary AT&T phone cards, USO Operation Mail Cards, personal hygiene items, assortedchocolates and USO gadgets. (Photo by Luisa Mazzella)

USO Naples lifts the spirits of sailors aboard USS Oscar Austin

Although not a team event, the group from Naplesbanded together to conquer this challenge. Cmdr.Reginald Ewing, director of medical services at NavalHospital Naples, said that the event was the most“exciting, exhausting and challenging competitiveevent” he has ever participated in — a record that willstand until he competes again next year.“Competing in the Tough Mudder means you need to

be willing to endure grime, pain and punishment forthe greater success of the team,” Ewing said. “I foundout that you can dig deep, then with a little motivation,dig deeper to climb one more wall, run one more hill orcarry your shipmate to the finish line.”Ewing said that the Tough Mudder (TM) competition

isn’t about winning; rather, it’s about teamwork andputting yourself to the test.“It’s about leaving no teammate behind, about cama-

raderie and intestinal fortitude,” Ewing said. “It's a 12-mile gut check. My expectations prior to the TM were,'some climbing and some fun in the mud.’ The realityis that it tests your physical and mental limits. I can'twait to do it again. This was a great time, a fantasticteam-building experience, and I am honored to becalled a Tough Mudder.”Every Tough Mudder begins with The Braveheart

Charge. The pumped-up participants let out their mostprimal screams as they attack the course at full speed.That adrenaline rush helped to carry the U.S. NavalHospital Naples crew through obstacles such as FireWalker, a trench of blazing, kerosene-soaked straw withflames reaching 4-feet tall; Arctic Enema, a swim throughand submersion in an ice-filled tank; and ElectroshockTherapy, a sprint through a field of live wires, some car-rying as much as 10,000 volts of electricity. After being wet, frozen, shocked, and of course,

muddy, team captain HM3 Christopher Munoz said hethought the “experience was awesome.”

“For me it wasn’t even about the competition —instead it was about the thrill and camaraderie that Ihad the privilege of experiencing amongst people fromalmost every corner of the world,” Munoz said.Members of the Naples group had fun with the event,

some by dressing in costume. Lt. Cmdr. WilliamNguyen showed up in a full Captain America outfit. Afamily physician and self-professed fitness nut, he washappy that the “event promoted a culture of fitness.”In addition, he said it was even better “knowing thatthe proceeds go toward the Wounded Warrior Project.”To date, the Tough Mudder events around the globehave raised more than $3.3 million for the WoundedWarrior Project. The Naples group finished the gruel-ing event in just over four hours. They were tired buthappy to have completed the challenge while giving tosuch a good cause.

By MC2 Jason Howard, Commander,U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

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Naval Forces Europe band to perform in Edinburgh

Members of Commander, U.S.Naval Forces Europe (CNE) Bandare off to Scotland to perform inthe 2012 Royal EdinburghMilitary Tattoo, which takesplace Aug. 3 to 25 at EdinburghCastle.This will be the first time a U.S.

Navy band has participated inthe Royal Edinburgh MilitaryTattoo since it began in 1950. Theevent is widely considered to beone of the most popular andlargely attended military showsin Europe, selling out completelyfor the past 13 years.“We've been preparing for this

for about six months now, arrang-ing all the music for our portion

of the show and writing themarching routine to match themusic, which our staff arrangersand marching drill writers did anoutstanding job putting together,”said Lt. David Latour, director ofCNE Band. “It is exciting and anhonor to be representing the U.S.Naval Forces Europe and the U.S.at this international tattoo, espe-cially knowing this will be thefirst time a U.S. Navy band willperform there. We have a greatshow to perform and look forwardto doing our best to represent theU.S. Navy.”While the usual military tattoo

normally lasts no longer than aweekend, the Royal EdinburghMilitary Tattoo will last morethan three weeks and involvenearly 1,000 performers, includ-ing hundreds of musicians,

pipers, drummers, singers anddancers from all over the world.“This is a really big opportunity

for us,” said Musician SeamanAlexis Thompson, French horn.“It will give us an opportunity toshowcase our talent in front ofmillions of people.”The highlight of the Royal

Edinburgh Military Tattoo will bethe Massed Military Band, whichis a combination of every militaryband from around the world com-ing together to perform in oneensemble.“To me, the greatest part of per-

forming at Edinburgh will be see-ing all of the bands come togetheras one unit,” said MusicianSeaman Christopher Sibbers,French horn. “I can’t even imag-ine how spectacular being a partof that will be.”

Members of Commander, U.S. Naval Forces europe Band practice at Naval Support Activity Naples July 25as part of their preparations for the 2012 Royal edinburgh Military Tattoo. (Photo by MC2 Jason Howard)

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UPCOMING FFSC NAPLES EVENTSCall 081-811-6372 for more information or to register

Sunday Aug. 5, 12, 19 – ALATEEN SUPPORT GROUP (9 a.m. - 10 a.m.) For ages12 to 18.

Tuesday, Aug. 7, 14, 21 – AL-ANON SUPPORT GROUP (6 - 7 p.m.)Tuesday, Aug. 7 – CULTURAL TIPS (9 - 10 a.m.; Navy Lodge coffee bar) Tiziana,

an intercultural relations specialist, will be available to answer your culturalquestions about Italy.SPONSORSHIP TRAINING (9:30 a.m. - noon)COUPON CLUB (1 - 2 p.m.) Join other smart shoppers to sort coupons and dis-cuss cost saving methods to help your family.

Wednesday, Aug. 8 –EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN NAPLES (Noon - 2 p.m.)Thursday, Aug. 9 – SMOOTH MOVE (8 a.m. - noon) Don’t let your upcoming

transfer catch you off guard, start planning today. Note: All non-Navy personnelmay arrive at 9:30 a.m. Registration required.ITALIAN ICE CREAM (8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Departs from JFC) Visit the mostfamous ice cream store in Naples and learn how they prepare it.

Friday, Aug. 10 & 24 – LEGAL ASSISTANCE (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) Legal assistanceappointments will be performed by a NLSO attorney two times per month at theFFSC service center. Please call 081-568-4576 for more information or to makean appointment.

Friday, Aug. 10 – HOW TO MAKE LIMONCELLO (9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.)Tuesday, Aug. 14 – EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING (12:30 - 3:30 p.m.) Thursday, Aug. 16 – IA DISCUSSION GROUP (1 - 2 p.m.) Topic: Preparing for

back to school.TRANSITIONING TO NAPLES (5 - 6 p.m.)

Monday, Aug. 20 − INTRODUCTION TO YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE (Noon -3 p.m.)

Tuesday, Aug. 21 − TEVEROLA MALL, “MEDI” (10:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Departsfrom the Support Site) Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus tickets atInformation, Tours and Travel.

Wednesday, Aug. 22 − HOME BUYING (9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Learn about theentire home buying process, from finding the right home to loan financing.

Thursday, Aug. 23 − MERGELLINA & THE EGG CASTLE (8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.)Explore two of the most beautiful areas in Naples.

Friday, Aug. 24 − WHAT’S ON THE MENU? THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET(9:30 -10:30 a.m.) A refresher on coperto, servizio, primi, secondi and more.

UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTSCall 081-568-8354/7 for more information or to register

Tuesday, Aug. 21 − SMOOTH MOVE WORKSHOP (9:30 - 10:30 a.m.) Learneverything you need to know to make your upcoming PCS move a smooth one.

Wednesday, Aug. 22 − HANDCRAFT ‘STRAMMA’ AND VENTOSA (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.) We’ll head to the mountain village of Ventosa to learn how to make thestramma, a straw covering for demijohns.

Thursday, Aug. 23 − CERAMICS ART HANDS-ON WORKSHOP (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)Cost: €15 per person.

Fleet and Family Support Centerevents this week From the Fleet and

Family Support Center

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

At 10:18 a.m. Oct. 18, residentsof Southern Italy will “Drop,Cover and Hold On” during theGreat Southern Italy ShakeOutsponsored by Naval SupportActivity Naples.The first ShakeOut was held in

California in 2008 as an effort byscientists and emergency man-agers to inform the public aboutearthquake preparedness. Sincethen, the ShakeOut has spreadacross the United States and theworld, including ShakeOuts in2012 in New Zealand, Japan,Puerto Rico, Guam and nowSouthern Italy.The NSA Naples Emergency

Management Office obtained thefunding to conduct a Great

Naples ShakeOut, but after theU.S. Consulate in Naples andthe Italian Agency for Civil Pro -tection showed interest in partic-ipating, the event was expandedinclude the entire Southern Italyregion and to develop ShakeOutweb pages in both English andItalian.How do you participate in the

Great Southern Italy ShakeOut?It’s easy. Just register yourself,your family or your organizationonline at www.shakeout.org/italia. Individuals, families,schools and organizations canparticipate by doing as little asperforming a “drop, cover andhold on” drill wherever they hap-pen to be at 10:18 a.m., or by per-forming full-blown exercisessuch as building evacuations,mustering, accountability re -

port ing, and casualty manage-ment. More in formation aboutShakeOuts can be found on thewebsite.Including the State Depart -

ment and Italian disaster pre-paredness authorities in theShakeOut will help ensure thatpreparedness information isavailable not only to the popula-tions of the U.S. Navy bases inNaples and Sigonella, but also toSouthern Italian citizens andU.S. citizens living and workingin Southern Italy.The NSA Emergency Man -

agement Office staff hopes thatthis ShakeOut is just the first ofmany, and that it becomes anannual event so that earthquakepreparedness is always at theforefront of the minds of resi-dents of Southern Italy.

From the NSA Naples EmergencyManagement Office

The Great Southern Italy ShakeOut is coming

Weekly Crime Statistics for July 23 - 29, 2012– Traffic accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 (5 off base)

– Vehicle break-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 (2 off base)

– Larceny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (1 off base)

– Burglary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (1 off base)

Larceny (on base). On July 23 at approximately5:33 p.m., E-6/USA reported a larceny of person-al property that occurred earlier that day inGricignano, Italy. Victim stated that he left hisbicycle in front of his residence unsecured forapproximately nine hours, and upon returningfrom work noticed his bicycle was not there.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On July 24 at approx-imately 9:35 a.m., E-4/USN reported a vehiclebreak-in that occurred July 21 in Giugliano,Italy. Victim stated that she locked and securedher vehicle at approximately 2 p.m. andreturned an hour later to find her passenger’s

side door damaged and items from the interior ofher vehicle missing.

Burglary (off base). On July 27 at approximately5:30 p.m., E-5/USN reported a burglary thatoccurred earlier that day in Gricignano, Italy.Victim stated that while leaving for work henoticed that a large hole had been cut in hisgarage door in an attempt to gain access to hisresidence. Upon further investigation he conclud-ed that the perpetrators were unable to enter theresidence and that no items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On July 29 at approx-imately 1:30 p.m., E-4/USN reported a vehiclebreak-in that occurred July 28 in Naples, Italy.Victim stated that he parked and secured hisvehicle at the train station and upon returningthe next day noticed the passenger’s side win-dow was broken out. Upon conducting a fullinventory of his vehicle, the victim noticed thatnothing was missing from inside.

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Abuzzing insect smacks me inthe face and I scream. I’malready mentally on edge as I

dangle on a chairlift above theexpansive green island of Capri,twisting to take photos of the sap-phire sea and the white housesbehind me. I have a fear of heights, but for a

360-degree view of Capri I am willingto brush my inhibitions aside. Whilethis is my fourth visit to the island, itis the first time I have made it toAnacapri, where you can catch a

Story and photos by Melissa Kabukuru,

Panorama editor

chairlift to the top of Monte Solaro. A year ago, I quickly wrote off

Capri as an overpriced tourist trapafter a few cups of burnt espressothat cost €8 euro and a brief whiff ofthe sweaty crowds that flood theisland’s main town. All that changedwhen I accompanied a friend to theisland on Christmas Eve and sawthe island at its most quiet. As wehiked to the ruins of the Villa Jovis,a former home of the RomanEmperor Tiberius, rabbits hoppedthrough private orchards and menharvested kiwis from their yards. As it turns out, venturing even 15

minutes away from the main townsquare yields great rewards: tran-quil views of the island and the thrillof exploration not found in the towncenter.Each time I go back I discover a

new path taking me past sweepingviews of the azure ocean, punctuatedby simple houses and rocky outcrop-pings that defy Capri’s reputation asa haunt of the rich and famous.It’s a side of Capri I have grown to

love – best explored while breaking asweat on roads that connect villasand centuries-old towers. On arecent Saturday visit, I was so unex-pectedly enthralled with the islandthat I rushed back the next day onthe ferry to see more.It’s possible to get a sense of the

rugged side of Capri even while on a

Nature, not glamour, isCapri’s greatest draw

daytripper’s tight schedule. Startingearly is key, allowing you to take aboat to the famous Blue Grottobefore most travelers even think toboard a ferry for the island. You canthen enjoy a pricey espresso or colddrink on Capri town’s main square,called Piazza Umberto I or lapiazzetta, before it gets too mobbed.As the hordes begin to arrive

around 11 a.m. or noon, it’s time tomake your escape. You can head easttoward the Villa Jovis, where you’lltrade streets of designer shops forpaths alongside flowering orchards.Or you can board a bus for Anacapri,a lively but usually not overrunalternative to the main Capri town.That’s where you’ll find theSeggiovia di Monte Solaro, a chairliftthat will take you to island’s highestpoint. After riding the 589 meters tothe top, you’ll get a spectacular viewof the island in exchange for littlephysical effort.Also in Anacapri you can take in

the exquisitely detailed majolicafloor of the Chiesa di San Michele, aswell as the verdant gardens of theVilla San Michele and Axel MuntheMuseum. If you’re looking for off-the-beaten path exploration, you’ll find aset of steps behind the Villa SanMichele that will take you all theway back to Capri town or to themain port, provided you’re willing towalk for an hour. Following this

At the top of Monte Solaro, visitors can take in expansive views of the entire island of Capri.

Anacapri provides a quieter alternative to the crush of tourists in themain town on the island of Capri.

Above: The center of Capri townis Piazza Umberto I, also knownas the piazzetta. At night thesquare takes on a festiveambiance as visiting Italianscome there to socialize.

Right: Visitors to Anacapri cantake the Seggiovia di MonteSolaro, a chairlift, to reach thehighest point on the island ofCapri.

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path, you may not see another per-son even during the height of sum-mer — only uninterrupted views ofthe island and residents tendingtheir gardens of sunflowers andorange trees.As I arrive back in the piazzetta

after completing this walk, a com-pletely different scene spreads beforeme than did at high noon. Gone arethe foreign tourists craning theirnecks and squinting at maps. In theirplace are crowds of chatting, linen-clad Italians, basking in the glam-orous ambiance of the square whileenjoying an aperitivo. At 7 p.m., thesquare is more crowded than I’veever seen, but the vibe is easier andmore relaxed than during the day. Itmakes me want to spend the nightand sip a spritz with these coolItalians — a complete reversal fromthe harried atmosphere that normal-ly scares me away.Yet there’s still another side of the

island that beckons me: the blue sea.Countless times I’ve seen Italians inbeachwear board a bus at the port orin Capri town and wondered wherethey’re headed. During my fifth visitto the island, I discovered it: theMarina Piccola, a collection of beachbars set on waters so clear and bluethat they beg visitors to dive in andrecreate a Dolce and Gabbana per-fume ad. A bus from Capri town willtake travelers here directly, but I optfor the more winding route of ViaKrupp, a set of switchbacks thatstarts near the famous Gardens ofAugustus. At each turn the roadoffers progressively more jawdrop-ping views of the Faraglioni, Capri’ssignature rock formations, and theturquoise waters that surroundthem. I mentally note the mostappealing coves and plan to returnone day with my husband for aromantic swim.Heading back to Naples on the

ferry, I receive an e-mail from afriend who is planning a visit inSeptember. Change of plans, shesaid: instead of meeting me inNaples, would I mind accompanyingher and her sister to Capri?As I look back at the island through

the window, I think about what a dif-ference a year makes. Yes, I replied.I’d love to go back to Capri.

IF YOU GOTransportation: Ferries to Capri

depart regularly from the MarinaPiccola in Sorrento and fromNaples’ Molo Beverello, the city’smain port. Ferries arrive at Capri’sMarina Grande.To reach Capri town from the

Marina Grande, take the cable car(funicolare). Tickets for buses andthe funicolare can be purchased ata kiosk by the port and cost €1.80.Buses also run from the port direct-ly to Anacapri. In Capri town, you’ll find addi-

tional buses a few blocks away fromthe funicolare station along ViaRoma. These buses will take you toeither the Marina Piccola orAnacapri. Additionally, taxis areavailable throughout the island.The Blue Grotto (Grotta

Azzurra): Tours depart from theMarina Grande, the main touristport where the ferries arrive. Thisoption will cost €25.50 per person— €13 for the boat ride to the caveand an additional €12.50 for you toboard a rowboat and enter it. Youmay want to try taking a tour inthe morning, as the water is calmerthen and you are less likely to beturned away. (At 11 a.m. or noon Ihave been unable to enter on sever-al occasions due to choppy waters.)To cut the price of a visit in half,you can arrive at the grotto on yourown by taking a bus fromAnacapri’s Piazza della Pace, ablock or two from away from thetown’s main square of PiazzaVittoria. Buses also depart fromPiazza della Pace to Faro, theisland’s famous lighthouse.

Other attractions: The VillaJovis is located about a 45 minutewalk away from the center of Capritown. Visiting hours are between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The villa isclosed the first two Tuesdays of themonth and the last two Sundays ofthe month.The Seggiovia di Monte Solaro is

located on Via Caposcuro inAnacapri, adjacent to the town’smain square of Piazza Vittoria.Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.March through October and 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Novemberthrough February.Tourist information: A tourist

information booth is located in themain piazzetta of Capri town imme-diately after you exit the funicolarestation. You can also visitwww.capritourism.com.

Islands of the GulfIn this series, Panoramaexplores the three islands inthe Gulf of Naples.

July 20: ...............ProcidaJuly 27: ...............IschiaAug. 3:................Capri

heading from the Gardens of Augustus toward the Marina Piccola inCapri, one can admire the island’s famous blue waters.

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZONTHE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY

(USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the inter-ests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not amember 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 everymonth to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. Weoffer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ nights out and field trips to explore BellaNapoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering home-schooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at theside 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 theUniversity of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-sitedegree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 andOU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in theAdmin II building.

REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the col-leges for more information about what classes and programs are offered.UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central TexasCollege is at 081-568-6761.

NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB is seeking individuals to assist in2012-2013 with a variety of events and positions. Don't miss the fun! If youwant to help us help our community, please contact noscitaly@gmail.com.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples AreaNurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses that worktogether to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide supportthroughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community.FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. JennyPaul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meet asso-ciates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floorof Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, visit http://www.wraitalia.it.

SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event offbase must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 daysin advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more per-sonnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms.FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office inthe Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

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

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

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

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

RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES TuesdaySilent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn andpraise and worship music will be provided during this time. WednesdayRoman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081-811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship andBible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest qualityof education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priorityto 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 andFamily Support Center. E-mail Jaime Gonzalez at kofcnaples@ gmail.com orvisit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home.

SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICANTEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghyraces sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience notrequired. FMI, contact Frank Chapman at champanf@ix.netcom.com.

WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC) OVERSEAS PROGRAM is offeredat NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or havean infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WICOverseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supple-mental 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 CarolBorkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296.

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

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS holds orientation the first Wednesday ofevery month at the organization’s Capo office from 8:30-10 a.m. and the firstTuesday of every month at the hospital from 9:30-11 a.m. Call 081-568-4788for 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, con-tact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or GabrielSermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554.

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

Friday, Aug. 33:30 p.m. The Amazing Spider-

Man, PG -135:30 p.m. Batman: Dark

Knight Rises, PG-137 p.m. The Best Exotic

Marigold HotelPG-13

Saturday, Aug. 4 3 p.m. Madagascar 3, PG4:30 p.m. Snow White and the

Huntsman, PG-136 p.m. Batman: Dark

Knight Rises, PG-13 7:15 p.m. Prometheus, R

Sunday, Aug. 5 3 p.m. Madagascar 3, PG4:30 p.m. Ice Age Continental

Drift, PG 6:30 p.m. Batman: Dark

Knight RisesPG-13

7:15 p.m. Chernobyl Diaries, R

Monday, Aug. 6 Closed — No Movie

Tuesday, Aug. 7Closed — No Movie

Wednesday, Aug. 84:30 p.m. The Amazing Spider-

Man, PG -135:30 p.m. What to Expect When

You’re ExpectingPG-13 Last Showing

7:30 p.m. The Dictator, R Last Showing

Thursday, Aug. 9 4:30 p.m. Batman: Dark

Knight Rises, PG-13 5:30 p.m. Amazing Spider

Man, PG -13Last Showing

7:30 p.m. Men in Black 3PG-13

Friday, Aug. 103:30 p.m. Rock of Ages, PG-13

Premiere Showing5:30 p.m. Batman: Dark

Knight Rises, PG-13 7 p.m. That’s My Boy, R

Premiere Showing

Upcoming USO ToursCapodichino Office 081-568-5713Support Site Office 081-811-4903

www.uso.it

Aug. 3 Vatican Museums andSistine Chapel by Night . .€ 77

Aug. 4 Mini Cruise of the Amalfi Coast . . . . . . . . . . .€ 60

Aug. 5 Naples Underground and Pizza Lunch . . . . . . . . . . .€ 34

Aug. 10 Wine Tasting on Vesuvius . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€ 47

Aug. 11 Minicruise of the Amalfi Coast . . . . . . . . . . .€ 60

WEEKEND TOURS

USO DAILY TOURS

August 11-12 The Dolce Vita Roman Weekend . € 158

August 30-September 3Labor Day in Corfu . . . . . . . . . . . . € 627

September 13-17French Riviera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 395

October 20-21Perugia and the Eurochocolate Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 173

TOURS OPeN TO BOTh U.S. MIlITARy

ANd NATO I.d. CARd hOldeRS

MMOREORE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……

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All personnel planning to travel outside of Italy (except to the United States or U.S. territo-ries) are required to contact the Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Division with their trav-el 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 requiremore processing time than 30 days. Contact the ATFP division as soon as possible to assist youin meeting all requirements. You can contact the ATFP office by any of the following means:Phone: 081-568-5525/5595E-mail: Justin.Shaver@eu.navy.mil or Jamal.Goodson@eu.navy.milYou 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.

Individual Force Protection Plans (IFPP)

By Amber Vlangas, MWR Marketing Director

With the summer winding down and the school year fastapproaching, Naples Elementary, Middle and High schoolsare teaming up with Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)to bring back-to-school fun to the Naval Support ActivityNaples community with the Second Annual “Back to SchoolBlock Party.” This event will be held on the Support Site infront of the schools Friday, August 24 from 3:30 to 7 p.m.,coinciding with the release of schedules and locker assign-ments by Naples High School, as well as class assignmentsby Naples Elementary School. The party will feature a vari-ety of food and entertainment options, informational boothsas well as the opportunity for parents and their children tolearn about school and base activities that are geared towardyoung people. “I am so very excited to be a part of the Back to School

Block Party,” commented Duane Werner, the newly appoint-ed principal of Naples Middle/High School. “This event pro-vides a wonderful mechanism for the community to cometogether in celebration and preparation for a successfulschool year. For those that are new to the community, it pro-vides a great venue to have fun, meet people, gather infor-mation, ask questions and be welcomed by faculty, parents,volunteers and others that can make their transition to ourschools smoother. Having been involved in education for over43 years now, I know that while educators are an integralpart of the learning process, we are all in this together. Ihighly encourage parents and other individuals to come outto this event to learn about how they can become involved.”Mona Morgan, principal of Naples Elementary School,

enthusiastically echoed Mr. Werner’s philosophy on adultinvolvement. “I see the Back-to-School Block Party as a time to have fun

meeting and mingling with the community, as well as, anopportunity to begin this school year with building relation-ships and renewing our commitment to increase accounta-bility for student learning and achievement,” Morgan said.“We want our parents to actively participate in educationaldecisions regarding their children. Parents’ interest andinvolvement in their children’s learning can have a profoundeffect on their success in school. Studies show when parentsand community members are engaged, students perform bet-ter, attendance increases and dropout rates are lower. Weinvite everyone to get involved — our children are worth it.” After checking out class assignments and meeting teach-

ers, kids and parents can expect enjoy a multitude of funactivities. These will include the MWR kiddie train, musicand performances at the main stage, giveaways, the bouncehouse, time with friends, the very popular dunk tank (which

Morale, Welfare and Recreation and DoDEAschools gear up for back to school fun

will feature special guests from the school) and much more.Command sponsored organizations, including many schoolgroups, will be offering food and other items for sale, with theproceeds going right back into the community through thework that each organization performs.“When CYP and MWR initiated this collaboration with the

schools last year, we envisioned it as a way to connect parentsand students to the school early in the year, providing a clearroad to success,” said School Liaison Officer PamelaO’Connor. “We also wanted to provide an opportunity for thecommunity to rally around their kids, while having a greattime. The response from everyone has been amazing and weknow that this year’s event will be even more fun for every-one involved. We are especially thankful to our sponsors, theNEX, USAA, and the American Foreign Service ProtectiveAssociation, as well as to all of the community groups that areparticipating.” More details on the Back-to-School Block Party will be given

at student orientations that will be held in the elementaryschool cafeteria. The New Student/Parent Orientation for theelementary school will be held Tuesday, August 21 at 5 p.m.,to be followed by a Returning Student/Parent Orientationbeginning at 6:15 p.m.For information on the event, individuals can contact

Pamela O’Connor, school liaison officer, at 081-811-6549 orvisit MWR on Facebook at facebook.com/mwrnaples.

Catherine Knapp, youth activities director for NavalSupport Activity Naples’ Morale, Welfare andRecreation, talks to a student about fall programs dur-ing the 2011 Back to School Block Party.

Searching for ways to livethrough the dog days of sum-mer without air conditioning?

Visit works of art with cool themes, goto a park or attend the “Estate aNapoli 2012” (Summer in Naples)events. Also, take the heat off thisseason in Campanian towns that areputting on outdoor concerts, as wellas food, wine and religious festivals.Here’s the lowdown this month.

ArtBeat the heat at the Caserta RoyalPalace art exhibit and parkFor a breath of fresh air, view

Antonio Joli’s paintings with waterviews — namely, “Whim withBourbon King Charles and Courtiers”and “Aqueduct Inauguration.” Theworks are among 40 others temporar-ily displayed to document the artist’screativity between the early 1700s,when he worked in Spain, throughthe mid-1700s, when he was aBourbon court painter in Naples.From the exhibit, take the bus

through the palace grounds to theFountain of Diana and Actaeon,where the Grand Cascade paired withverdant nature can cool things down.For the hours of the exhibit and thepalace grounds, see www.reggiadicas-erta.beniculturali.it.

MusicFor “staycationers” and tourists

alike, city culture officials haveorganized melodic programs below.

Estate a Napoli 2012 features asea of ideas at various oases – Agnano Thermal BathsThe Agnano bath complex is the set-

ting for the Napoli Village Festivalbetween Aug. 13 and Sept. 9. The fes-tival, which debuts this year, com-bines live music and food. On the pro-gram are well known singers, sax andjazz musicians, plus a pizzeria andfood stands offering tastings ofCampanian products. The venue isjust a stone’s throw from the AlliedJoint Force Command Naples base.Free entrance starting at 6 p.m., withshows beginning at 9 p.m. View theprogram by going to www.comune.napoli.it and clicking on the “Estate aNapoli 2012” icon; on the next page,you can select the image that says“Estate alle Terme.” Switch to theEnglish version of the site by clickingthe British flag in the top right cornerof the page.

– Angevin Castle Courtyard Within a medieval atmosphere, you

can take in concerts and theater at8:30 p.m. every day between now andSept. 30 at the Maschio Angioino (alsocalled Castel Nuovo). See the sched-ule by going to www.comune.napoli.itand clicking on the “Estate a Napoli2012” icon; on the next page, you canselect the image that says “MaschioAngioino.” (Click the British flag toaccess the English event listings.)

– Naples seafrontAs part of its “Lungomare Liberato”

(“Liberated Seafront”) initiative, thecity of Naples is organizing a series of

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Italy and BeyondBy Lou Freed

sports and cultural events on itswaterfront during the summer. Theseinclude tennis and basketball events,free Wi-Fi, and music bands.Continuing through Septem ber therewill be street artists along the water-front, while fire acrobats will light upthe shoreline Aug. 29 and Aug. 30.For schedules, visit www.comune.napoli.it and click the link “Estate aNapoli 2012: Lungo mare Liberato.”Note: Some event fliers are availableonly in Italian.

– Naples’ Vomero districtThrough Aug. 4, Vomero’s Villa

Floridiana hosts a lyrical concertcombining talents from the BaltimoreOpera Theatre and the Lyric Theaterof Europe. The concerts are under thedirection of Maestro Christian Deliso.

Cool down this month with a visit to the Caserta Royal Palace’s park, which includes the marvelousFountain of diana and Actaeon. (Photo by J.Freed)

A view of the Acquamorta of Monte di Procida during the 2011 “la Sagra del Mare Flegrea (Festival of thePhlegrean Sea). This year’s festival continues through Aug. 5. (Photo by J. Freed)

Still around in August?Stay busy with local events

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For more information, visitwww.comune.napoli.it and click on“Estate a Napoli 2012.” On the nextpage, select “Città Estesa.”

Ravello Festival blends superbsea views with topnotch musi-cians at Villa Rufolo gardensRavello Festival 2012 focuses on the

theme, “Memories,” with a variety ofItalian and international entertain-ers on the premises of the panoramicand historic Villa Rufolo, which over-looks the magnificent Amalfi Coast.For the August program, log on towww.ravellofestival.com.

FestivalsSicilian town holds summer versionof carnevaleShould you be in the Catania region

(where the Sigonella base is located)on Aug. 4 or 5, visit Acireale, wheremasquerade festivities and a paradeof floats are scheduled. A “WhiteNights” party is scheduled on Aug. 4,and the parade of floats will occur onboth days. See more at www.carnevaleacireale.info by clicking on“Programma 2012.”

Avellino provinceTwo villages entice visitors with fla-vors from their forest and otherresourcesFrom Aug. 23 to 26, Torelli, a district

in Mercogliano (famous for theSanctuary of Montevergine) holds its“Sagra delle penne alla boscaiola”(Penne with wild mushrooms Fest).Events begin at 7:30 each evening ofthe festival, with more informationposted at www.comunemercogliano. it.Also, Contrada invites all to its

“Sapori & Tammorra” from Aug. 24 to26. For more information, visitwww.prolocoatripalda.it and click on“calendario manifestazioni” on theleft-hand column of the page.

Naples provinceDine by the sea with locals in Montedi ProcidaThrough Aug. 5, chill out at the port

area of Acquamorta in Monte diProcida, where the “La Sagra delMare Flegrea” (Festival of thePhlegrean Sea) is underway. Eventdescriptions are available at http://www.sagradelmareflegrea.com.From the Acquamorta fest, unwind

at Bacoli’s small yet scenic and peace-ful marina, “Piccolo porticciolo,”which recalls views of Greece’s smallports. Feel refreshed at the cafes andrestaurants fronting the site whileviewing the bluffs and lights acrossthe way.

Relish mozzarella at Naples’ LittleSwitzerland Tomorrow, Agerola kicks off its

annual “Sagra del fiordilatte,” whichwill run through Aug. 7. Known tolocals as “La piccola Svizzera deiMonti Lattari” (Mount Lattari’s LittleSwitzerland), the town is not far fromPompeii, Sorrento and the AmalfiCoast towns. The famous “Path of theGods” hiking trail begins here, whileits forests once supplied the wood forAmalfi’s shipbuilding industry. Thefest also celebrates Sant’AntonioAbate with a procession enhanced byconcerts, fireworks and mozzarellatastings. Agerola is about an hourand fifteen minute drive from the

Support Site. Log on to www.fiordilat-tefiordifesta.it for specifics.

Salerno provinceOne village celebrates in the forest,while another fetes local produce andcuisine With your GPS, head toward

Perito’s “Festa nel bosco” (Fest in theForest) from Aug. 6 to 13.Information is posted online atwww.festanelbosco.it. You can alsocheck out Mandia, a district of Ascea,from Aug. 18 to 29 for its “Festa degliAntichi Sapori” (Ancient FlavorsFest). Visit www.mandia.it for infor-mation.

Avellino provinceFontanarosa’s “Festa del carro”highlights town piety and team spirit As tradition goes, on Aug. 14 sever-

al groups of men in the town willprocess toward the church with amaxi cart loaded with a mammoth30-meter, rope-supported strawobelisk topped by a Madonna.Suspense, excitement and admirationprevail as humans and oxen navigatethrough narrow streets. Food andhandicraft stands highlight theevent. See details in Italian atwww.fontanarosa.gov.it/doc/monu-menti/ilcarro.pdf.

Foglianise’s “Festa del grano”blends faith with artFoglianise’s town protector, San

Rocco, will be the man of the hourAug. 16. Customarily, locals paradefloats adorned by woven straw cre-ations representing churches andother religious scenes, as well as pop-ular world destinations. See detailsby going to www.comune.foglianise.bn.it and clicking on“Eventi e Feste” on the left-hand col-umn of the page.

Italian wine associations toast St.Lawrence Aug. 10Annually, the Movimento Turismo

del Vino (MTV) and Città del Vino(CV) associations jointly celebrate St.Lawrence’s “tears” through the event“Calici di Stelle” (Goblets of Stars) tohelp stimulate Italian tourism andretain consumer interest in the coun-try’s wines. Organization membershold wine tastings in town squares,gardens, castles and other venuesthroughout Italy. For participatingCampanian cellars, log on towww.movimentoturismovino.it or cit-tadelvino.it/it/ attivita/grandi-even-ti/calici-stelle.

Montemarano Wine Experience castslight on AglianicoIf you like Aglianico, the robust

Campanian red wine variety, join thelocals in the Avellino province as theycelebrate their source of joy Aug. 31through Sept. 2. See more atwww.eptavellino.it/portale/tag/mon-temarano-wine-experience.

Guardia Sanframondi village hosts“Vinalia”Through Aug. 10, the wine and local

products fair showcases Beneventowines, cheeses, meats, olive oils andmushrooms against the stunningcountry setting of GuardiaSanframondi. Program eventsinclude tastings, talks, exhibitions,book presentations, musical perform-ances and street artists. For more

information, call 0824-864-129 or0824-817-404, or see the program atwww.eptbenevento.it/moduli/eventi/eventi.php?codice=1011.

Buon divertimento!

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The Ravello Festival in summer blends memorable sea views with top-notch musicians at the Villa Rufologardens, which overlook the magnificent Amalfi Coast. (Photo by J. Freed)

Gli attrezzi / Tools

CORdA / Rope

eSCURSIONe / hike

FORNellO A GAS / Gas stove

FUOCO / Fire

PIlA / Flashlight

SACCO A PelO / Sleeping bag

TeNdA / Tent

ZAINO / Backpack

ZANZARe / Mosquitos

F C V F T W J N K P I F U E PS O P E R Q S L G Y A W C H ME I R N I F Q O Q L A M Y O QU N N N A C K P R J W A H F MZ F I R E Z V Y I Z E F X O PA R Q Q F L Q U D L S H E C YK D W K U M L D O O A S V O JU X N X V P B O N A C D V U AO N A E X T P I A U C D R F HO V D K T B A D R G O E Y T BC O R D A Z G S Z Y A A J I IT S R G G I I Q E K P S J H DC Y W S P O D S F A E F N A JE R A Z N A Z G Q G L H V X PU A R E O L S U T M O D G O T

Andare in campeggio / To go campingPractice your vocabulary. Find the Italian words.

BRUGOlA / Allenwrench

CACCIAVITe /Screwdriver

ChIAVe / WrenchChIOdO / NailCRICCheTTO /

RatchetMARTellO /

hammerTRAPANO / drillVITe / Screw

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Answer to last week’s puzzle

Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, otherthan an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permitwithin eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is mere-ly an approval for entry into the country. All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's sig-

nature is required at the time of application. NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COM-

ING 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 ofthe Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in theNaples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must applythrough 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.

Obtaining your Sojourner Permit

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What is Medical Home Port at USNHNaples?Navy Medicine’s Medical Home Port model is

taken from the civilian sector’s Patient CenteredMedical Home concept. The Medical Home Portmodel is a team-based model, which provides con-tinuous, accessible, family-centered, comprehen-sive, compassionate, and culturally-sensitivehealth care in order to achieve the best outcomes.It focuses on the “whole-person” through primarycare, preventive care and early intervention andmanagement of health problems.One of the goals of MHP is to provide continuity

between you and your primary care manager. Yourprimary care manager can get to know you andyour medical history, just as the “country doctor”would, and this will lead to better management ofyour medical needs. If your primary care managercannot see you, you will be seen by anotherprovider on the same team, again, with the goal ofmaintaining continuity.When should I go to my Medical Home ver-

sus the Emergency Room?As a rule, if you have chest pain, difficulty breath-

ing, have significant bleeding or have been in anaccident, go the ER. This list is not exclusive. Theemergency room personnel are specialists in stabi-lizing emergent conditions that threaten a person’slife, limb or eyesight. If you feel your medical concern can be seen by your

primary care manager instead of in the ER, thechange to Medical Home will make it easier for you to

get an appointment,probably even thesame day. TheFamily Practice clin-ic began implement-ing the Medical HomePort model last year andnow is moving towardintegrating the pediatric and internal medicine clin-ics. This will create two multi-specialty teams to bet-ter address your medical needs in a more completeand holistic way. How will I know where to check in for my

appointment in the Medical Home Port?In the coming months you will see a few changes.

The Internal Medicine check-in desk has alreadymerged with the current Family Practice desk.And, beginning Aug. 1, the pediatrics check-in deskwill also move there. This will create one place,instead of three, for you to check-in. The sign willeventually read “Medical Home Port.” What willnot change is the phone number to make anappointment. The booking clerks can be reached,as always, at 081-811-6000. Do you have a health question you would like us to

answer? We welcome your questions and feedback.Please contact the Naval Hospital Public AffairsOfficer at nhnaples-pao@med.navy.mil. All patientsare urged to connect with their provider via theonline system RelayHealth and also to enroll theirchildren. For more information, please speak to aclinic team member or go to www.relayhealth.com.

Ask the Doctor: Medical Home PortBy Lt. Kamalan Selvarajah, PAO, with LTJG Elizabeth Fidler, NC, USN

The S fund is similar to the C fund in that it deals exclusivelyin American common stocks. The different resides in the size ofthe companies. Unlike the C fund, which purchases large stocks,the S fund focuses on small- and medium-sized companies.Hence the S, which stands for “small capitalization.” Companiesfound in this fund include General Motors, Marriott, Arctic Cat,and Delta Airlines. Unlike the C fund, which reproduces the S&P 500, the S fund

uses the Dow Jones U.S. Completion Total Stock Market (TSM)Index. This is an index consisting of all U.S. common stocks notincluded in the S&P 500. This is not to be confused with theDow Jones Industrial Average, which contains only 30 stocks. Ifone were to combine the two indexes (TSM and S&P), everyAmerican common stock would be accounted for. Placing moneyin the C and S fund spreads out the retirement money across theentire U.S. common stock market. The potential risks in the S fund are similar to that in the C

fund. If the market is performing poorly and the DowCompletion TSM declines, the S fund is likely to follow suit.Furthermore, smaller-sized companies are generally more sen-sitive to economic conditions, and declines are likely to beamplified. Smaller companies have less money accessible to fallback on in hard times, fewer investors and a smaller safety netthan a massive corporation. This is why the S fund is consideredto be in the greater risk category. In 2008, the S fund had thesecond largest decline (38 percent), behind only the I fund. With greater risk, however, comes the potential for greater

reward. Being sensitive to economic conditions is not alwaysbad. In 2009 and 2010, when the market was recovering, the Sfund generated 35 percent and 29 percent growth, respectively.In general, when markets start to decline, investors pull theirmoney from smaller cap companies first and drive down theprices. When the market is low and rallying, investors buy moreshares of the smaller caps and drive up the prices. This fund can be a great tool in your retirement armamentar-

ium if you know how to use it. It’s a great place for a portion ofyour money if you are not near retirement age. Also, contribu-tions should be consistently made each month. If the marketdeclines, those monthly allotments will buy more shares and therecovery period profits will make up for the initial loss.When retirement age is close, or when monthly contributions

are no longer being made to the TSP, the S fund is not where onewants the majority of the retirement assets. One bad year canwipe out a third of your nest egg. Without the ability to pur-chase more shares at a discounted price, it takes a much longertime to recover and profit. Next week we will examine the I fund. Happy savings!

Thrift Savings Plan: The S FundBy Lt. David M Dow, D.D.S., U.S. Navy Dental Corps

Throughout 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

Part 2: .....................................The F Fund

Part 3: .....................................The C Fund

This week: .............................The S FundPart 5: .....................................The I Fund

Part 6: .....................................The L Fund

Continued from Page 1

TRANSITION GPS

TAP consisted of pre-separa-tion counseling and a voluntary,three-day workshop from thedepartments of Labor, Defenseand Veterans Affairs. TAP waspresented at selected militaryinstallations and attended bynearly half of the service mem-bers who separated from theservices each year, White Houseofficials said. Transition GPS isdesigned to strengthen, stan-dardize and expand counselingand guidance for service mem-bers before leaving the military,and transform the military'sapproach to education, training,and credentialing, they added.

Transition GPS is to be imple-mented throughout the militaryby the end of 2013. It will:- Extend the current three-daytransition program to five toseven days;

- Offer individual assessmentand counseling, including anindividual transition plan;

- Include a five-day curriculumon financial planning, avail-able veterans' benefits andservices, and a redesignedemployment workshop;

- Include a “Military Occu -pational Code Crosswalk” totranslate military skills, train-ing and experiences into civil-ian occupations and creden-tialing;

- Include optional training spe-cific to pursuing higher educa-tion, technical skills and train-ing, or starting a business;

- Include a “capstone” event toverify that the participant iscareer-ready;

- Give a “warm handover” toappropriate government agen-cies and organizations for con-tinued benefits, services andsupport of veterans; and

- Create a “Military Life CycleTransition Model” to incorpo-rate career readiness and tran-sition preparation early into aservice member’s career.

Are you missing some of the comforts of home while either waiting foryour household goods to arrive or preparing to leave the Naples area? The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) has Loaner Locker kits

available at no cost as part of the Relocation Assistance Program. In order to accommodate increased demand, customers can now prepare

a customized kit to better fit the needs of their families. Available items,which can be checked out for up to 60 days, include kitchenware, pots andpans, bedding, ironing boards and more. The FFSC can extend the loanbeyond 60 days on a case-by-case basis. A military ID card is required for inbound and outbound customers, and

no reservations are needed. The items can be picked up or dropped offMonday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. In case of lost or damaged items, you may replace the items with new

ones. Everything must be returned clean.Please contact the FFSC with any questions at 081-811-6372/4896.

From the Fleet and Family Support Center

FFSC Tip of the Week: Loaner Locker

If you are the victim of acrime, report the incidentto Security Dispatch at

081-568-5638.

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Moving? Don’t forget toprepare your pet for travel

Military members and their dependents whoare beginning the process of a PermanentChange of Station (PCS) are encouraged to startthe PCS process for their pets several months inadvance of their departure date.The pet PCS process should begin at least three

months in advance of a family’s move, andrequires several important documents to ensureone’s pet is eligible to have a spot on the flight.“A pet owner’s first stop when beginning the

PCS process for their pet should be the commandveterinarian’s clinic,” said Dianna Marler, a vet-erinarian technician at the Naval SupportActivity (NSA) Naples veterinarian clinic. “Themost common problem we encounter with petPCS in the Naples community is the time factor.Even if you’re just PCS-ing back to the UnitedStates, the process should start at least threemonths in advance to ensure you have all theproper documentation and requirements foryour pets.”The requirements for a pet to make the trip to a

military member’s next duty station include beingcurrent on all annual vaccinations. A currentrabies vaccination must be issued no less than 30 days before the flight and no more than 12 months before the flight. Additionally, the petmust be micro-chipped, which is a requirement forany pet living in the NSA military community.Marler also said pets need an export health cer-

tificate for travel. “The majority of people we see who are PCS-ing

are heading back to the U.S.,” said Marler. “Ifthey stop by our office, we can provide them withall of the information they’ll need to make thepet PCS process as easy as possible.” Military members who are PCS-ing to another

country within Europe will require a “pet pass-

port” for their pet, which is a different documentthan the health certificate, but works the sameway. Both documents can be acquired from theAzienda Sanitaria Locale (ASL), the local Italianhealth insurance office located in Aversa. “For some folks, it is intimidating to navigate

out to get pet passports or go somewhere for helpwhere there is no English spoken,” said TamaraHampikian, an NSA community member whohelps the community with finding homes forstray or unwanted animals. “That’s why know-ing as much as you can as early as you can willhelp prepare you. Being proactive is the bestdefense. Start four to six months in advance andhave a contingency plan if orders change sud-denly, like a friend that will watch the pet ifneeded.”With the proper amount of planning, the PCS

process can be painless for families with pets,said Allison McDade, who took her Irish Setter,Lucy, on a flight to a new duty station July 27.“Honestly, the pet PCS process has been very

smooth for me and my family,” McDade said. “Itreally is a time-based issue, though. You can’tjust show up at the veterinary clinic in the 11thhour and expect to get everything you need totake your pets with you. This is a process youwant to start well in advance because there is alittle bit of legwork involved.”Information on the local ASL, health certifi-

cates, pet passports, and adequate timeframesfor the pet PCS process can be found at the NSAveterinary clinic located at the Support Site. Atechnician will readily provide pet owners withall of the assistance they need to make their pet’sPCS move to a new location as smooth and ashassle-free as possible.For more information, please stop by the NSA

veterinary clinic, located behind the SupportSite fire house, or call the clinic at 081-811-7913.

By MC2 Jeff S. Troutman, Navy Public Affairs SupportElement-East Detachment Europe

The old-timers on base (all but the newestrecruits) grew up with very different fluorescentlighting than we have now. Some of the improvements include:1) The hum and flicker are gone. Early versions of fluorescent light-

ing used magnetic ballasts that produced light in the same 60cycle-per-second pattern as the building’s electricity. Today’s solidstate electronic ballasts operate at 24,000 cycles per second andhigher, eliminating the flicker that was once noticeable to manypeople. The electronic ballasts are not prone to vibrating, whichhas silenced the audible hum of lights past.

2) Colors are more accurate under the newer lights. The color ren-dering index (CRI) expresses how accurate colors look under alight source. The scale goes from 0 to 100, and higher values arebetter. Old style fluorescents had a CRI of 50 to 60, making colorslook dull and complexions look gray. Today’s fluorescents oftenhave CRIs in the 90s.

3) Efficiency is considerably higher. Today’s fluorescents produce thesame light level using 30 to 40 percent less energy than those thatwere common just 15 years ago.Did you notice the improvements? You’d be surprised how often

energy efficiency upgrades also benefit quality of life.

Today’s fluorescent lightingEnergy conservation

From U.S. Department of Energy

AllisonMcdade (left)and lucy, herIrish Setter,say goodbyeto Tamarahampikian(right) in theair terminal atCapodichinojust prior totheirPermanentChange ofStation (PCS)flight toNorfolk, Va.July 27.(Photo byMC2 JeffTroutman)

NEW LINK: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm.The Human Resources Office is located atCapo Admin I, first floor. The customerservice hours are: Monday throughFriday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Applications are accepted at theSecurity Pass and ID Office atCapodichino, OR at the HRO, located inAdmin 1, Capodichino, OR by mailingto: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE09622, OR at Fleet and Family ServiceCenter (FFSC) located on the TLA firstfloor, at Support Site. HRO must receivemailed applications by closing date ofthe vacancy announcement.

PLEASE NOTE: On Monday,Wednesday and Fridays, the followingHRO services will be open only from 9a.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

cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm

CLOSING AUG. 21Coordinatore per la sicurezza eprevenzione infortuni (Safety andOccupational Health Spe cialist), Q-0018-Q1, ANN#62588-308431-AG-R1, Full Time Perma nent

If you have any questions, contactthe front desk at 081-568-5409. Youcan also contact the HRO Napleshelpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be con-tacted within 24 hours, so please besure to provide your contact infor-mation. Thank you and we appreci-ate your input, whether negative orpositive so that we can find ways toimprove the HRO services, or contin-ue to provide excellent service. As areminder, an HRO Representative isavailable for the bi-weekly "Meet &Greet" at the NSA, Support SiteBase, Navy Exchange Food Courtarea from 8 to 9 a.m. Please feel freeto come by, pick up a copy of avacancy announcement that youmay be interested in applying for, orask questions. If the HRO represen-tative is unable to provide you aresponse, he/she will bring the ques-tion back to the HRO office and youwill be provided an answer or a callback the same day. The next "Meet &Greet" is Aug. 13, 2012.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF)POSITIONS

Fleet & Family Readiness NAF LocalNaples job announcements withinCNREURAFSWA may be viewed at:https://www.cnic.navy.mil/Naples/FleetAndFamilyReadiness/AboutFleetAndFamilyReadiness/Jobs/index.htmThe necessary application forms arealso available on line. For any ques-tions you have you may reach us at081-568-5612/4164.

NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWROPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS

Child Program Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#12-083, (MultiplePositions) flexible, Child Dev -elopment Centers, School Age Care,Capodichino/Support Site. Performsroutine, day-to-day care of infantsand children ranging from 6 weeksto 5 years old.Youth Program Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#12-084, (MultiplePositions) flexible/regular YouthPro grams, Support Site/CarneyPark. Assembles or gathers materi-als and equipment necessary to exe-cute School Age Care for childrenranging from 6 years old to 9 yearsold/, School –Age Care Pre-Teen forchildren ranging from 10 years oldto 12 years old, Teen CenterProgram for children ranging from13 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 main-tain recreation and athletic equip-ment issue.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/SkillsCenter, Support Site. Provides in -formation concerning facility, opera-tion and regulations. Ensures ad -herence to regulations and safetyprocedures.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01ANN#12-037, flexible part time,Bowling Center, Support Site. Prov -ides oversight of activities and neces-sary 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 andfees for electric cart rentals.

U.S. POSITIONSFor a current list of U.S. vacancies andapplication process information visitour website at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm

CLOSING AUG. 9Supervisory Medical SupportAssistant, GS-0679-06 KPP 07,ANN#EUR12-339375-AG-R1, FullTime PermanentOffice Automation Assistant, GS-0326-05, ANN#EUR12-395025-AG,Full Time PermanentSupervisory Financial Techni -cian, GS-0503-07, ANN#EUR12-360496-AG-R1, Full Time Perma -nentManagement Analyst, GS-0343-09, ANN#EUR12-365161-AV, FullTime PermanentInterdisciplinary Engineer/Com -munity Planner, GS-0800/0020-13,ANN#EUR12-393576-AV, (MultiplePositions) Full Time Permanent.

CLOSING AUG. 10Supervisory Recreation Spe -cialist, GS-0188-09, ANN#EUR12-388132-AG, Full Time Permanent,AOC: Current NSA PermanentEmployees Only

CLOSING AUG. 16Secretary, GS-0318-06, ANN#EUR12-400231-SC, Full Time Per -manentGeneral Engineer, GS-1801-13,ANN#EUR12-388285-AV, Full TimePermanent

OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT

Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04,ANN#EUR12-223833-AG, (MultiplePositions), Full Time Permanent,Next Cut Off-Date: Aug. 9, 2012

COURTESY U.S. VACANCYANNOUCEMENTS

Community Bank seeks aBanking Center Service Supervisorat Naval Support Activity NaplesCapodichino.To apply online, pleaseuse the “Careers” link at www.dod-communitybank.com, or submityour resume to pia.krucker@dod-communitybank.com.

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONSFor a current list of LN vacanciesand application process informationvisit our NEW website at:http://

of associates that sell cosmetic mer-chandise to customers exercisingprofessional selling techniques.Ann#120000BN Cashier Check -er/CC/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Asso ciateoperates cash registers to recordsales in retail check out areas. Ann#120001U9 Security Guard/52/NF-01/Flex Part Time. Closes:8/3/12. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. En -sures enforcement of security meas-ures; conducts inspections; preparesreports concerning security relatedincidents, etc.

DISTRIBUTION CENTER, GRICIGNANO

Ann#120001V8 Warehouse Work -er/71/NA-05/Flex. Closes: 8/3/12. PayRate: $12.75. Res ponsible for one ormore functions (receiving, storing,issuing and shipping, etc.) within awarehouse area. May be assisted byseveral lower grade associates.

CAPODICHINO NEX MARTAnn#120000B4 Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsiblefor selling general merchandise tocustomers exercising professionalselling techniques.

GRICIGNANO MINI MARTNo Vacancies

JFC-NATO MINI MARTNo Vacancies

GAETA MINIMARTAnn#120001XF Retail AnnexOperator/MM/NF-02/RFT. Closes:08/10/12. Pay Rate: $10.00-14.00.Responsible for supervising a groupof associates that sell general mer-chandise to customers exercisingprofessional selling techniques.

LATINA MINI MARTAnn#120001GD Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. PayRate: $8.00-$10.00. Responsible forselling general merchandise to cus-tomers exercising professional sellingtechniques.

NAVY LODGE, GRICIGNANOAnn#120001BV Desk Clerk/N2/NF-01/Flex Part Time. Closes: 08/3/12Pay Rate: $9.00-$10.00. Greets, regis-ters guests and makes/ confirms reser-vations. Maint ains records of roomavailability, guest accounts, computesbills and collects payments.

LOCAL NATIONAL POSITIONSNo Vacancies

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Employee will act as starter whenneeded on weekdays and assistwhen needed as cashier. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-104, flexible, FitnessBranch, Capodichino/Support SitePerforms maintenance on varioustypes of recreation and athleticequipment to ensure that all equip-ment is in good condition and safefor patron use. Open until filled.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-145, flexible temporary(seasonal employment) AquaticsDivision, Carney Park/Support Site.Provides oversight of activities andnecessary services to authorizedpatrons. 1st cut off date: 08/03/2012.Open until filled.Recreation Assistant, NF-0189-01/02, ANN#12-105, flexible, MWRGaeta. Serves as a primary front linecustomer service representative ofthe overall program and as such,must continually present informationin a highly professional and customerfriendly style. Open until filled.Recreation Assistant, NF-0189-02,ANN#12-140, flexible, MWR Bow l ingCenter, Support Site. Assists in theoperation of Bowling Center and actsas Duty Manager. Establishes eventsschedules, applies rules and regula-tions in supervising patron activities.Open until filled.Food Service Worker, NA-7408-04, ANN#12-035, flexible, BowlingCenter, Support Site. Performs avariety of tasks such as grilling orfrying pancakes, hamburgers, hotdogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watch-ing while the items are cooking,turning as required; regulating tem-perature and removing when done.Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-062 (Multiple positions) flexible fulltime (seasonal employment), Aqua -tics Division, Carney Park/SupportSite. Works as instructor, safe-guards and supervises swimmersand bathers in pool area. Open untilfilled.

CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITIONEducation Technician, NF-1702-03, ANN#12-124, regular full time,Fleet and Family Readiness Pro -gram, CYP Division, Naples. Assistwith the development and supervi-sion of a developmentally appropri-ate SAC and CDC program that pro-motes the social, emotional, physicaland cognitive growth of children andyouth in the age categories served.First cut off date is 07/17/2012, withsubsequent cut-off every 14 days.Closing date: 09/03/2012.

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

For a current list of U.S. vacanciesand the on-line application, pleasevisit our website at: https://www.NavyExchange.jobs.

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLEGRICIGNANO MAIN STORE

Ann#120001FO SupervisorySales Clerk/D5A/NF-01/RFT. Clo -ses: 8/3/12. Pay Rate: $9.00-$12.00.Responsible for supervising a group

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