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From EscaRosa CFC

The EscaRosa,Combined FederalCampaign (CFC) recentlycompleted its last specialevent fundraiser for 2012as the USAFDet 266TRS host-ed a 5K runNov. 16.

More than100 federal employeesgathered, in spite of thebitter cold temperatures, toparticipate in this annualevent. Runners and walk-ers took their starts alongRadford Boulevardonboard NAS Pensacolaand traveled toward theNational Naval Aviation

Museum where they start-ed their return, endingbehind the MWR RadfordFitnes Center.

First to cross the finishline in the men’s categorywas Jose Pularin

(NATTC) ,followed byJack Driscoll(NATTC) ,and GrantS h e r i d a n

(MATSG-21). First tocross in the women’s cate-gory was Marilyn Walsh(NASC), followed byMichelle Niedermainer(CID Corry) and TiffanyWaldren (USAF 479thFTG).

See CFC on page 2

Selected Children’s Christmas Party Dec. 5

CFC 5K run;fundraising

season comingto completion

By Gretchen DeVuystPAO Intern

The Selected Children’sChristmas Party is one of the holidaytraditions aboard NAS Pensacola.

For more than 50 years, men andwomen in uniform have teamed upwith members of various organiza-tions to bring some Christmas cheerinto the lives of some needy children.

This year’s party is scheduled for8:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 5 at theNASP Fred G. Smalley YouthCenter.

The special party guests will be100 children from elementaryschools in the Pensacola area. Thechildren come from four differentelementary schools – 25 studentsfrom each school. The children are

given an invitation to come to NASPand spend the day with Santa enjoy-ing different activities. They alsoreceive a gift of their choice from

volunteers who are assigned to escortthem. The children get to pick a giftthat costs $30 or less; volunteers pur-chase the gifts for them.

This year, the event is being spon-sored by the First Class PettyOfficers Association (FCPOA) and ithas been sponsored by groups suchas the Pensacola chapter of the NavyWives Club in the past.

It is a team effort with yearly par-ticipation from a variety of NASPdepartments.

“This is my fourth year and I keepcoming back because it’s so heart-warming, positive and uplifting tosee these Sailors and Soldiers inter-acting so well with these young ele-mentary school children,” said

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NAS Pensacola holiday hours ... The NASP west gate and Corry Gate 7 hours will be modified duringthe holiday season as follows: • Closing 9:30 p.m., Dec. 21 • Opening 5:30 a.m., Jan. 2.

Santa greets a group of children atlast year’s Selected Children’sChristmas Party. File photo byEmily Benner

USCGC Cypress helps restore navigation aids affected by Hurricane Sandy ... The crew of theCoast Guard Cutter Cypress returned to homeport NAS Pensacola Nov. 18 from a 21-day hurricaneresponse effort. “Cypress and her crew were recalled less than 24 hours after ending her haunted ship eventat Palafox Pier,” said ship’s spokesman Lt. j.g. Kyle Reese. “From there the crew sailed around Florida chas-ing Hurricane Sandy.” After the storm made landfall, Cypress’ crew worked to open four inlets on the southcoast of Long Island, N.Y., and reestablished aids marking dangerous waters. The work conducted wasunusual for the cutter due to many of the buoys’ close proximity to shallow water. In one case, Cypress toweda buoy that was just yards off the beach and in water too shallow for the cutter to access, according to Reese.After the work was completed Cypress began her six-day journey home. Photo by EM2 Nicholas Labianca

NASP master-at-arms is air show KIA winnerStory, photoby Mike O’ConnorGosport Associate Editor

As a finale to NASPensacola’s 2012 BlueAngels Air Show, a draw-ing was held Nov. 13 togive away a Blue Angels-themed 2013 KIA Souldisplayed at the flight line.

Accompanied by KIAand base MWR officials,NAS Pensacola ExecutiveOfficer Cmdr. David Jassodrew the winning entry:MA1 Brian Percle, leadingpetty officer for the NASPSecurity Department.

“This is the first bigthing I’ve ever won,”Percle said. “I was actuallyworking the air show,” hesaid. “Flight line security.My team and I were justwalking around; we sawthe (KIA) booth andthought we might as wellenter (the drawing).”

This is the first time anactive-duty Sailor based atNASP has won the KIAdrawing, Jessica Lee, gen-eral manager of KIAAutoSport of Pensacola,noted. “That makes itgreat,” she said.

Percle picked up the

keys to his new KIA fromLee Nov. 20 at A.C. Readgolf course, near where thecar had been displayed. Hedescribed his surprise at

getting the news to a groupof MWR and base officialsand reporters. “I got a

See KIA on page 2

MA1 Brian Percle picks up the keys to his new 2013KIA Soul from Pensacola KIA AutoSport GeneralManager Jessica Lee.

NMOTCcorpsman

renders aidduring

marathon From Navy Medicine Education and Training PublicAffairs

A Sailor assigned to Navy medicine’s recognizedglobal leader in operational and aviation survival train-ing rendered aid to a runner during mile 14 of theeighth annual Pensacola Marathon Nov. 11.

Navy Medicine Operational Training Center(NMOTC) career counselor HM1(FMF) RobertCrampton, an avid runner competing in his eighthmarathon, spent nearly 20 minutes assisting anotherrunner at the 14-mile mark, an effort he said wasinstinctual for any medical professional.

“We’re trained as corpsmen to respond,” he said.“Being ready for anything that might happen is some-thing ingrained in every corpsman, something thatstarts in ‘A’ school. The runner was OK, but the situa-tion could have been much worse.”

As Crampton neared the 14-mile mark, slightlymore than halfway through the race, he saw anotherrunner doubled over on the ground. He immediatelytook charge, calming the 50-year-old woman whileassessing what could be wrong.

“There was another guy there who turned out to bea young Marine trying to help,” he said. “I identifiedmyself as a corpsman, and he immediately backed offand asked me if I needed any help.”

Crampton identified the runner as dehydrated andexperiencing intense muscle fatigue, something heattributed to the woman over-exerting herself duringthe race, a novice mistake. He instructed and assistedthe woman in raising her arms over her head to open

See NMOTC corpsman on page 2

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From Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

Applications for Navy-Marine CorpsRelief Society (NMCRS) educational schol-arships and interest-free loans for the 2013-2014 academic year are now available andcan be downloaded at www.nmcrs.org/ edu-cation.

Students eligible to apply include spousesor children (under the age of 23) of Sailorsand Marines who:

• Are on active duty.• Are retired.• Died on active duty or in a retired status.Consideration for selection is based on

scholastic ability and financial need.Applicants must be graduating high schoolseniors or full-time (minimum 12 credithours) college students working toward theirfirst undergraduate degree.

Applications must be received at NMCRSby May 1, 2013, unless the due date on theapplication states otherwise.

“During these tough economic times, oureducational assistance continues to helpNavy and Marine Corps families reach theirgoal of attending college,” said BeverlyLangdon, NMCRS Education Program man-ager.

The NMCRS Education Program has pro-vided scholarships and interest-free loanstotaling more than $60 million to more than50,000 students during the last 30 years. It isbased on the society’s mission “to providefinancial, educational and other assistance.”The program is supported entirely by dona-tions and bequests to NMCRS.

For more information on the NMCRSEducation Program, visit www.nmcrs.org/education or e-mail education@nmcrs.org.

About Navy-Marine Corps ReliefSociety: Since 1904, the Navy-Marine CorpsRelief Society has provided financial assis-tance and education to active-duty andretired members of the United States Navyand Marine Corps, their eligible familymembers and survivors – when in need.Headquartered in Arlington, Va., the societyis a non-profit, charitable organization that isstaffed by nearly 3,500 volunteers, and asmall cadre of employees, in offices aroundthe world – ashore and aboard ships.

Navy-Marine Corps ReliefSociety offers scholarships

and interest-free loansfor 2013-2014

DeCA’s 2013 Scholarships for Military Children opens Dec. 3By Tammy ReedDeCA Marketing and MassCommunications Specialist

In 2012, the Scholarships forMilitary Children Program cele-brated a major mile-stone as it reachedmore than $10 mil-lion in scholarshipsawarded to 6,742students fromaround the globe.

It’s time, onceagain, to add to these impressivenumbers, as applications for the2013 Scholarships for MilitaryChildren Program will be avail-able starting Dec. 3 at commis-saries worldwide. You can alsofind them online through a link athttp://www. commissaries. comand directly at http://www. mili-

taryscholar.org.Scholarship awards will be

based on funds available, but thescholarship program awards atleast $1,500 at each commissary.If there are no eligible applicants

from a particularcommissary, thefunds designated forthat commissarywill be awarded asan additional schol-arship at anotherstore.

The scholarship program wascreated to recognize militaryfamilies’ contributions to thereadiness of U.S. armed forcesand to celebrate the commis-sary’s role in the military com-munity.

“DeCA is focused on support-ing a good quality of life for our

military and their families,” saidDefense Commissary AgencyDirector and CEO Joseph H. Jeu.“We do that by delivering a greatcommissary benefit, while ourindustry partners and publicdonations help the scholarshipprogram provide money forhigher education to many worth-while students.”

To apply for a scholarship, thestudent must be a dependent,unmarried child, younger than21 – or 23, if enrolled as a full-time student at a college or uni-versity – of a service member onactive duty, reservist,Guardsman, retiree or survivorof a military member who diedwhile on active duty or survivorof a retiree. Eligibility is deter-mined using the DefenseEnrollment Eligibility Reporting

System database.Applicants should ensure that

they, as well as their sponsor, areenrolled in the DEERS databaseand have a current military IDcard. The applicant must also beplanning to attend or alreadyattending an accredited collegeor university, full time, in the fallof 2013 or be enrolled in a pro-gram of studies designed totransfer directly into a four-yearprogram.

Applicants must submit anessay on a topic chosen by theFisher House. The essay topicwill be available Dec. 3 onhttp://www.militaryscholar.org.Applications must be turned in toa commissary by close of busi-ness Feb. 22, 2013.

The scholarship program isadministered by Fisher House

Foundation, a nonprofit organi-zation that provides assistance toservice members and their fami-lies. Scholarship Managers, anational, nonprofit, scholarship-management services organiza-tion, manages and awards thesemilitary scholarships. If studentshave questions about the scholar-ship program application, callScholarship Managers at (856)616-9311 or send an e-mail tomilitaryscholar@scholarship-managers.com.

No government funds areused to support the Scholarshipsfor Military Children Program.Commissary vendors, manufac-turers, brokers, suppliers and thegeneral public donate money tofund the program. Every dollardonated goes directly to fundingthe scholarships.

CFC from page 1

First to cross in the walker’s category was Larry Perry(NATTC) followed by Nicholas Figeroa (NATTC) andZachary Miller (CNATT). This year, a team trophy wasintroduced to the first team of five runners to cross the fin-ish line. The traveling trophy was won by NASC (teammembers: William Striepeck, Mark Hargrove, JacksonBrown, Alex Schueck and Macy Mercado).

With the 5K run signifying the final fundraiser for thearea’s campaign drive, many office CFC representatives arenow wrapping up their reports in preparation of the CFCVictory Celebration to be held Dec. 5 at the Mustin BeachClub. Light hors d’oeuvres, provided by Pen Air FederalCredit Union, will be offered. Individual and commandawards will be presented, several door prizes will be givenaway, and an announcement of the area’s total contributionwill be reported. “We are currently at 91 percent of ourarea’s target contribution of $800,000 and reports are stillcoming in,” said Ron Denson, EscaRosa CFC director. “Ilook forward to reporting to everyone on how we will wrap

up this year’s campaign at the victory celebration.”Attendance is open to any and all federal employees

wishing to attend, however a RSVP is required due to lim-ited seating. To RSVP, or to inquire about more details ofthe EscaRosa CFC Victory Celebration, visit the local cam-paign website at www.escaroascfc.org or call 452-2029.

(Note: military ranks omitted from CFC run data)

Christmas party from page 1

Michele Thomas, a member of the Navy Wives Club. Those who volunteer are given a certificate signed by

NASP Commanding Officer Capt. Christopher Plummerand the satisfaction that they know that they made a differ-ence in someone’s life.

“It’s a great opportunity to give back to Pensacola for allPensacola gives to us,” said another member of the Navy

Wives Club, Karen Plummer, the CO’s wife.The event is fun for the children, but it is also fun for the

volunteers. “To tell you the truth, I think the Sailors had more fun than

the kids last year,” said SH1 Don Perry. Perry was in chargeof the 2011 event for NASP Community Outreach.

If you wish to attend and still have not signed up to vol-unteer, contact the NASP Community Outreach Office at452-2532.

KIA from page 1

phone call. I was actually at the gunrange, qualifying some guys on M-16s.I didn’t believe them at first; I actuallycalled the number back,” he laughed, “Iwas thinking ‘this isn’t right.’ When Isaw the e-mail from (MWR SpecialEvents and Marketing Director KathyHolmes) I knew this was for real.”

Percle has been stationed at NASPensacola about a year and a half; he’sbeen in the Navy more than 15 years.The win was all the more lucky as

Percle said he doesn’t make it a habit tofill out entry blanks. Though he’shappy with his current ride – a ChevySilverado truck – another householdmember could be driving the KIA.“My son’s 15; he’s going to be needinga car soon,” Percle said.

How many entries were there?“Many thousands,” Lee said. “We hada box that wouldn’t even fit in this car.It took three of us four to five hours togo through all the entries, because wehave to verify that the winner onlyentered once.”

Lee recalled the history of therelationship between KIA AutoSportand the air show. “This was our ninthyear of sponsoring the air show,”Lee said. “It’s the eighth car givenaway. We enjoy it a lot. It’s great tosupport the military; they’re a bigpart of our community. So it’s ourway of supporting them and the airshow.”

The Blue Angels artwork on theSoul is a “wrap” which can be easilyremoved; it’s not a permanent paintscheme.

NMOTC corpsman from page 1

her airway in an effort to help increasethe flow of blood and oxygen throughher body, while instructing the womanto attempt deep breathing exercises. Heremained with the woman until emer-gency response crews arrived, spend-ing nearly 20 minutes rendering assis-tance during an event where secondsdictate an outcome.

An experienced marathoner,Crampton said novice runners cansometimes over-exert themselves dur-

ing an actual distance race, becomingover anxious to complete what manytimes they have set as a personal goal.Being in the right place at the right timeCrampton said was lucky, but beingprepared as a Navy corpsman is some-thing he maintains as commonplaceduring his 14-year career.

“I know I could’ve run a better race,but I also know that making sure theindividuals around me are safe is whatI should do,” he said. “We’re in theNavy first and foremost, and if I am ina position to use the skills I’ve learned

while in the Navy to help, I’m not tooconcerned about a final time.”

Crampton, recently named theNMOTC Headquarters Sailor of theYear, has competed in eight marathons,boasting a personal best time of 3:29 atthe Walt Disney World Marathon in2009 in Orlando.

A qualifier for the legendary BostonMarathon, the Pensacola Marathonbegan at Veteran’s Memorial Park inPensacola, finishing next to the replicaof the Washington, D.C.-basedNational Vietnam War Memorial.

Runners approach the finish line in the CFC 5K run Nov.16. Photo courtesy Ron Denson

By Lisa Smith MolinariMilitary Spouse Columnist

During this season of giv-ing, people everywhere aretransformed. The “Spirit of theSeason” inspires generosity,compassion and joy in us all.But sometimes, in the midst ofall this merriment, our person-alities swing wildly in theother direction, resulting inviolence, theft and intentionalinfliction of emotional distress.

What, pray tell, could causesuch extreme behavior, yousay? The answer is simple: The“white elephant” giftexchange.

Otherwise known as a“Yankee swap,” “parcel pass,”or “dirty Santa,” this apparent-ly innocent holiday traditionrouses merciless thievery andselfish materialism in even themost virtuous of participants.

Case in point: my last buncogroup held a “white elephantornament exchange” everyDecember. Most membersshopped beforehand, pickingout something unique, hand-made or artistic.

The class clown in mealways goes for the laugh, so Icould not resist when I sawblown glass German orna-ments shaped like acorns andwalnuts. I bought one of each,envisioning the hystericallaughter that would eruptwhen, as the recipient openedmy ornaments, I would blurtout a joke of questionabletaste.

We arrived at the hostess’apartment at the designatedhour and placed our tiny pack-ages under her sparkling tree.Wine glasses filled, chitchatensued, and we were all enjoy-

ing the friendly, relaxed atmos-phere.

An hour into the night, wewere filling up on hot dip andred and green M&Ms, whenthe hostess called us into theliving room to start the orna-ment exchange. Light laughterand conversation continued aswe casually plopped ontocouches and chairs.

We had no idea of the car-nage that was about to befallour group.

After some flimsy debateover who should pick first, ourhostess announced, “OK,ladies, why don’t we go inalphabetical order, accordingto the first letter of our middlenames.”

Three women claimingsome derivation of the name“Ann” went first, each pickingfrom the wrapped gifts underthe tree.

One by one, they gentlyunraveled the tissue paperfrom around their chosen orna-ment.

Eyes darted around theroom as brains calculated. Justseconds before, we were moreinterested in cranberry creamcheese spread, but now thatmerchandise was beingrevealed, we began to silentlystrategize.

After four or five womenselected from under the tree,the rest of us considered theunopened boxes of ornamentsbefore us. Hmm, which oneshould I open?

Suddenly someone cried out

“Steal!” and our mouths beganto water.

“Yea, it’s no fun if we justpick the wrapped gifts, you’vegot to steal!” I commented,wiping the spittle from mychin.

A chant ensued, “Steal!Steal! Steal!” as the next desig-nated woman rose from herseat. A tiny grin could be seenon her face as she lungedtoward a wooden ornament,snatching it from her victim.

We all erupted in hoots andapplause, as if the living roomhad just turned into a Romancoliseum.

Seething with vengeance,the victim of the ruthless theftplotted her revenge.

The scene quickly turnedfrom one of merriment to oneof mayhem, as members of mybunco group turned into anunruly mob.

As the snarling womensnatched ornaments, our hosttried to maintain order. “Now,remember ladies, the gift isdead after it is stolen threetimes.”

But the mere mention of“death” only seemed to ignitemore savagery.

The last woman to stealshouted, “It’s dead, it’s dead!”in a murderous rage, and we allgnashed our teeth as if she wascarrying a bloody carcass backto the den.

The final victim had nochoice; she had to pick the lonegift that was left under the tree.It was the acorn and walnut

ornaments I had brought, andas she revealed them, I weaklyoffered my pre-planned inap-propriate joke. The women,still wounded from battle,could only force a few boguschuckles.

As we said goodnight, Irealized that we had just had anepic war over meaninglessobjects that we could purchasefor less than $10 in any localstore. But what fun would thatbe, without the thrill of theft,murder and mayhem in themidst of delicious cookies andtwinkle lights?

So remember folks: Stealthe gift you want before it“dies,” then you can merciless-ly exact your revenge, andhave a very merry Christmas!

About the columnistLisa Smith Molinari,

the mother of three, hasbeen a military spouse for19 years (and running).Her humor column, “TheMeat and Potatoes ofLife,” appears weekly in newspapers and onStripes Military Moms, awebsite associated withStars and Stripes newspa-per. She also writescolumns for MilitarySpouse magazine and a blog at www.themeatandpotatoesoflife.com.Molinari and her familyare currently stationed atNaval Station Mayport inJacksonville, Fla.

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Navy takes steps to address issues affecting Sailors

CID sees large numberof chief petty officers pinned

By Gary NicholsCID PAO

Across the fleet, from naval installa-tions to ships at sea, one of the most treas-ured and time-honored traditions is thepinning of the golden anchors for the firsttime on collars of the Navy’s newest chiefpetty officers.

On Sept. 14, at the atrium of theNational Naval Aviation Museum, 32new chief petty officers were pinned fromthe Center for Information Dominance(CID) Unit Corry Station, NavyInformation Operations Command(NIOC) Pensacola and Naval HospitalPensacola (NHP).

Throughout the CID domain, therewere 206 E-6s who were board eligiblefor advancement to chief petty officer. Ofthese, 59 were selected, resulting in animpressive 29 percent selection rate tochief petty officer.

“Typically the advancement rate forchief petty officers is about 20 percent orlower,” CID Domain Career Adviser EricTremaine said. “The high numbers forCID reflect the high caliber of personnelwe have from across the CID domain.”

Thirteen of these new chiefs werebased at CID Unit Corry Station, and theremainder were scattered throughout theCID domain, primarily at the other com-mands: CID Unit Monterey, FleetIntelligence Training Command at SanDiego, and Navy Marine CorpsIntelligence Training Command at DamNeck, Va.

“This is proof that the fleet is sendingthe cream of the crop to CID for instruc-tor duty, and it shows in the high advance-ment rate for our new chief petty officers,”CID CMDCM Travis Brummer said.“This is a win-win situation for every-body: Our students, our instructors andthe Navy.”

Naval Education and TrainingCommand (NETC) FORCM(AW/SW)April Beldo who was the guest speakerduring the pinning ceremony had wordsof encouragement and advice for thenewly pinned chief petty officers.

“I am very passionate about being achief petty officer, and a part of the chiefsmess,” Beldo said.

She related the pride she felt inSeptember 1995 when she received hergold anchors while onboard the USSAbraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

“I remember it like it was just yester-

day,” she said. “It is still one of the mostproud times of my life.”

On March 13, 1893, U.S. NavyRegulation Circular No. 1 established therating of chief petty officer. In the past 119years, the chiefs’ pinning ceremony hasbecome one of the Navy’s most time-hon-ored ceremonies.

Earning the right to wear the goldanchors does not come easy, and theprocess of becoming a chief petty officeris a long and difficult road, and is arguablythe greatest achievement a Sailor canachieve.

The ceremony signifies a new positionof leadership and responsibility for theNavy.

For the newly selected chief petty offi-cers, the pinning ceremony representedthe culmination of four weeks of theinduction process, a rigorous trainingschedule involving physical training,leadership, teamwork, time management,and Navy history and tradition.

Information Systems Technician “A”school instructor ITC Arian Sanchez saidthe induction process was more challeng-ing than he expected.

“The level of teamwork and the levelof camaraderie that I’ve learned throughthis process is unequaled so far,”Sanchez said. “The biggest difference hesaid is that with the E-5 and E-6 mindsetyou tend to look out for yourself andyour career, and by extension, you arehelping the Navy; as a chief petty officer,you learn to take care of others first andforemost.”

“To the newest members of the messthis is your time; I want you to embraceit, I want you to have fun and I want youto look forward to the days ahead,”Beldo said. “You are now ‘the chief,’ thebackbone of the Navy.”

CID Unit Corry Station CommandingOfficer Cmdr. Luciana Sung also con-gratulated the new chief petty officers.

“Pinning our newest chiefs is always agreat honor and we’re all very proud ofour chiefs mess for all the mentoring andsponsoring they provided for this sea-son,” Sung said.

CID Unit Corry Station senior enlistedleader CTRCM(SW/AW) JimmyDawkins said he was proud to be part ofthe process that helped to develop the

Navy’s newest crop of chief petty offi-cers, and offered words of encourage-ment to the new leaders, who after fourweeks of intensive training during theinduction process were eager to step intotheir new roles as the Navy’s newestchief petty officers.

“Step up to the challenge,” Dawkinssaid. “Lead your Sailors, guide them,mentor them, and understand that youhave more impact on that Sailor’s lifethan you could ever fathom.”

At the conclusion of the pinning cere-mony, the new chiefs all seemed relievedand exhilarated.

“It’s the greatest point in my militarycareer,” CTTC(IDS/SW) Aaron Rickersaid. “I’ve never been so excited and soproud.”

“I am very proud of each and everyone of you, and look forward to servingwith you in the fleet,” Beldo said.

CID is the Navy’s Learning Centerthat leads, manages and delivers Navyand joint force training in informationoperations, information warfare, infor-mation technology, cryptology and intel-ligence.

Center for Information Dominance Commanding Officer Capt. Susan K. Cerovsky congratulates newly pinned chief petty officers atthe National Naval Aviation Museum onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola. Throughout the CID domain, there were 206 E-6s whowere board eligible for advancement to chief petty officer. Of these, 59 were selected, resulting in an impressive 29 percent selec-tion rate to chief petty officer. Photo by CTR1 Joshua Pugh

By Claudette RouloAmerican Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON – The Navy is taking steps toaddress several issues that are affecting its Sailors, thechief of naval operations said Nov. 16.

Navy Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert spoke at a NationalPress Club luncheon.

Upward trends in sexual assaults and suicides are chiefamong the issues the Navy is tackling, the admiral said.

Sexual assault is a safety issue, Greenert said. “I’mtroubled that we haven’t moved forward to limit andreally reverse the trend of these events during my timehere ... Everybody deserves a safe place to work,” he

said. “We have to treat it as a crime, because that’s whatit is.”

The admiral also said he’s concerned with theincrease in the number of suicides in the Navy.

“A few years ago, we had about 13 suicides per100,000 (personnel), now it’s 15 per 100,000, so we’recreeping up,” he acknowledged. “We have to empowerour Sailors to be able to deal with stress. We have to lookout for each other and we have to embed ... in all of ourshipmates to make sure that, if somebody is reachingout, we’re ready to take care of them.”

The rate of operations is higher than he expected itwould be at this time last year, Greenert said, and theNavy needs to reconcile how to continue to support that.

This may result in adjustments to training and mainte-nance plans, he said.

The Navy needs to look at the operations tempo withparticular attention to its Sailors, he continued. “We callthat individual tempo – ITEMPO – which is the meas-urement of what each sailor's requirements are for goingto sea (and) coming back, ... as opposed to the unit. Ithink it’s important to the health of the force.”

The admiral said he’s satisfied with the overall man-ning of ships at sea. But, he noted, the balance of skilledpersonnel and leadership needs to be adjusted to ensurethat, as the Navy responds to the increased operationaltempo, it has the right people in the right place at theright time.

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Course at NMOTC teaches basics of saving livesBy MC1 Bruce CumminsNavy Medicine OperationalTraining Center Public Affairs

A corpsman offered aclass designed to instructskills every medical pro-fessional should knowNov. 15 in Pensacola.

HC2 (FMF) Kyle Voss,assigned to NavyMedicine OperationalTraining Center’s(NMOTC) NavalAerospace MedicalInstitute (NAMI), taughtthe Healthcare ProvidersBasic Life-Saving (BLS)course to 10 medical pro-fessionals, includingNMOTC ExecutiveOfficer Capt. Maria Majarand NMOTC CMDCM(SW/AW) RobertCoddington.

Voss said the course, anAmerican HeartAssociation (AHA)accredited four-hour evo-lution used as both initialtraining and as a refresher

class, is imperative foreveryone in Navy medi-cine to have completed,regardless of their currentposition or rank.

“No matter if you’re ahospitalman or captain,knowing how to savesomeone’s life is impor-tant,” he said. “The BLScourse is something Navymedicine has championedas a requirement everyhealth care provider needsto complete in an effort todo what Navy medicinedoes best – save lives.”

The BLS course is arequirement for Navymedicine personnel, andincludes sections on rec-ognizing life-threateningemergencies, providinghigh-quality chest com-pressions, deliveringappropriate ventilationand providing early use ofan automated externaldefibrillator (AED).

NMOTC BLS studentswatched an informational

video, took a written examon BLS techniques andthen demonstrated thepractical skills to Voss, a

five-year corpsman withcombat deployment expe-rience.

“Making sure that stu-

dents are practicing theright techniques is essen-tial to the program,” hesaid. “Corpsmen and med-ical professionals in theNavy are diverse in talentsand skills, but being ableto save a life is the bottomline. Practicing these skillsmakes sure they’re ready.”

NMOTC StaffEducation and TrainingLeading Petty OfficerHM1 (SW/FMF) JeffreyCasady, responsible forthe administration of theBLS course for NMOTCarea medical profession-als, said maintaining a cur-rent readiness is part ofevery Navy medicinehealth care provider’sresponsibility.

“This course is arequirement for anyoneinvolved directly in patientcare,” he said. “But it’simportant for everyone.Corpsmen are alwaystaught to be prepared forany eventuality, and ensur-

ing the NMOTC and com-ponent command staff isready to assist anyone inneed demonstrates andreinforces our desire toprovide the best and high-est quality training we canoffer.”

The AHA-credentialedBasic Life-Saving courseis administered under theauspices of the MilitaryTraining Network (MTN) .

NMOTC, the recog-nized leader in operationalmedical and aviation sur-vival training, reports toNMETC, the sole point ofaccountability for Navymedicine education andtraining.

NMETC and NMOTCare all part of the Navymedicine team, a globalhealth care network ofNavy medical profession-als around the world whoprovide high-qualityhealth care to more thanone million eligible bene-ficiaries.

An ensign from the Vietnam People’s Navy applies amock splint on U.S. Marine Capt. Stephen Bair of the111 Marine Expeditionary Force during a Basic Life-Saving course in Da Nang, Vietnam. The course istaught all over the world by the Navy. Photo by Cpl.Patricia D. Lockhart

By Donna RandozzoCenter for Explosive OrdnanceDisposal and Diving Public Affaris

PANAMA CITY, Fla.(NNS) – The Naval Educationand Training Command ChiefOperating Officer (COO) RearAdm. (select) Cynthia Thebaud,and NETC Learning andDevelopment Department (N7)Command Master ChiefDominic Musso visited theCenter for Explosive Ordnance

Disposal and Diving (CEODD)recently for a familiarization tour.

This was the first visit by thenew NETC COO and an oppor-tunity for Capt. Brad McKinney,commanding officer at CEODDand his staff to show Thebaudand Musso the high-risk trainingconducted at Naval Diving andSalvage Training Center(NDSTC).

“Future warriors are trainedhere,” said Cmdr. Ryan Bedner,executive officer at CEODD.

“They start off as civilians, andwe turn them into joint forcewarriors.”

The process begins whenmentors are assigned to prospec-tive Navy divers and explosiveordnance disposal (EOD) techni-cians while in the Delayed EntryProgram or after they arrive atRecruit Training Command inGreat Lakes, Ill. After complet-ing eight weeks of boot camp,designated students are sentthrough the Navy diving and

EOD preparatory course toensure they are prepared for therigorous training they will expe-rience while at NDSTC inPanama City and EOD School atEglin Air Force Base.

“The visit has made me evenmore confident that our trainingprograms are the best in theworld,” Thebaud said. “We havean instructor cadre of premierdivers and EOD techniciansinspiring a culture of combatreadiness to the next generation

of joint force EOD techniciansand divers. The curriculum theyare delivering is marked by thethree R’s – realism, rigor and rel-evance. The fact that this high-risk EOD and dive community isan all-volunteer force makes itall the more impressive.”

For more information aboutthe CEODD go tohttps://www.netc.navy.mil/cen-ters/ceneoddive/. For more infor-mation about NETC go tohttps://www.netc.navy.mil.

New NETC chief takes tour of EOD dive training center

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Lt. Col. Brian Schafer to assume command of VT-3

Read, listen to a book from NASWF’s Liberty Center Library

From NASWF PAO

Training Squadron ThreeExecutive Officer Air Force Lt.Col. Brian Schafer will assumethe mantle of leadership andtake command of the unit dur-ing a ceremony today (Nov. 30)at Naval Air Station WhitingField’s atrium building. He willrelieve Navy Cmdr. PhilipBrock, who served as thesquadron’s commander for thepast year.

The change of command cer-emony is a time-honored Navytradition that accounts for thepassing of authority from oneofficer to another in front of theassembled members of thecrew. Rear Adm. Sean S. Buck,C o m m a n d e r , P a t r o lReconnaissance Group, willserve as the guest speaker.

Schafer was commissionedas an acquisition officer in May1995 following graduation fromthe United States Air ForceAcademy.

His first assignment sent himto the 4th Space LaunchSquadron, Vandenberg AirForce Base, Calif.

After this first tour of duty, hebegan joint specialized under-graduate pilot training in the 8thFlying Training Squadron,Vance AFB, Okla. Schafer grad-uated from the 1st FighterSquadron Tyndall AFB, Fla.,and served his first F-15C oper-ational tour at Kadena Air Base,

Japan. He also served as a mem-ber of the 44th FighterSquadron, the 85th Test andEvaluation Squadron, and the95th Fighter Squadron.

After three consecutive toursof flying, Schafer attended theAir Command and StaffCollege, before being reas-signed to Tyndall AFB to workin the USAF Air to Air WeaponSystems Evaluation Program.He received follow-on orders toserve as the director of opera-tions, 4th ExpeditionaryReconnaissance Squadron,Bagram AB, Afghanistan. Hereported to NAS Whiting Fieldin July 2011.

During Brock’s tenure ascommanding officer, VT-3 wasthe first naval squadron to com-plete fleet transition to theDepartment of Defense’s JointPrimary Aircraft Trainer, the T-6B. He inspired the VT-3 RedKnights to exceed all NavalAviation Training Commandmission goals by flying 43,946

flight hours in 24,975 sorties,which resulted in the safe com-pletion of 557 student militaryaviators.Additionally, Brockinstituted a program whichenabled VT-3 to reduce over-head sorties by 83 percent whilestudent check ride failuresdecreased by 81 percent.

Brock graduated fromNorwich University in May of1994 with a Bachelor of Sciencedegree in mechanical engineer-

ing and was commissioned anensign as an aviation mainte-nance duty officer. He wasselected to attend pilot trainingin 1996.

Brock was designated navalaviator in July of 1998 at NASCorpus Christi, Texas.

He has served as deputydirector for the war on terrorand deputy director for specialoperations under the JointChiefs of Staff. Brock’s decora-tions include the DefenseMeritorious Service Medal,Navy and Marine CorpsCommendation Medal, JointService Achievement Medal,and three Navy AchievementMedals in addition to manycampaign, service and unit-spe-cific awards.

He served as the executiveofficer before assuming com-mand of the unit Sept. 9, 2011.

Cmdr. Judd Conatser willbecome the executive officer ofthe squadron and the prospectivecommanding officer in turn.

From NASWF PAO

Naval Air StationWhiting Field’s LibertyCenter believes there isnothing like sitting downwith a good book – or forthe techno savvy listeningto a good audio book.That’s why the Libertyprogram is trying to bringattention to its recentlyenhanced library by form-ing a book club to readand converse about manyof the top books on themarket today.

The club meets 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the libertycenter (above the BEQmini-mart) every otherThursday to help enhancesocial interaction amongdiffering elements ofNAS Whiting Field andTraining Air Wing Fiveteam. Ashley Platts andSamantha Pavalok, whojointly formed the idea,also want to encouragepatrons to take advantage

of the Liberty Center’slibrary.

Using alternating popu-lar fiction and non-fictiontitles, Pavalok hopes toinitiate discussion on thevarious themes, charac-ters, settings and otherunique aspects associatedto the various titles. Thenext book is slated to be“Flags of Our Fathers” byJames Bradley. Bradleywas the son of one of themen who raised the flag atIwo Jima during WorldWar II, and the story fol-lows Easy Company’spath to the peak of MountSuribachi and their placein history.

“The Help” by KathrynStockett will follow twoweeks later and was thesource for a criticallyacclaimed movie of thesame title. The bookdetails the events sur-rounding the lives of threewomen, two black andone white, in 1962

Mississippi.Pavalok chooses the

books based on researchshe finds on the Internet,what seems to be popular,or what is currently rele-vant.

The books selected fordiscussion are chosenfrom stock items in thelibrary. Currently carryingabout 500 titles, thelibrary is an underusedresource that Pavalokhopes to see utilized to agreater extent.

“We thought this wouldbe a good way to let peo-ple know about the libraryon base,” she said. “Thelibrary was severelyreduced after HurricaneIvan and it has slowlygrown back. We want tobring people’s focus backon it.”

The library also has aselection of several hun-dred audio books, includ-ing nearly 70 titles that areon portable, self contained

MP3 players. The Libertyprogram has also thoughtabout working with mili-tary personnel and theirfamilies on the ways touse Navy KnowledgeOnline (NKO) effectivelysince it provides access toa large selection of read-ing materials and educa-tional resources to benefitservice members as well.

Finally, the center alsohas a separate lendinglibrary of hundreds ofDVD titles that can beborrowed.

Up to three books maybe borrowed for as long astwo weeks with an oppor-tunity to renew so long asthere is no one on thewaiting list for that book.DVDs may be loaned out

to patrons for up to a weekwith three also being themaximum quantity thatmay be checked out at anyone time. Anyone withauthorized base accessmay participate in thebook club, and utilize thelibrary and DVD loanprogram.

“I am hoping that thisbecomes a way to learnabout the Liberty Centerprograms,” Pavalok stat-ed. “Being a spouse, Iknow it can be difficult toget interaction betweenpeople from differentcommands. It would be agreat benefit if the bookclub can serve as a wayfor spouses and servicemembers to get togethersocially.”

“The Help” will be thelast book for 2012, but theprogram will pick back upafter the first of the year.

Call 623-7274 if youhave any questions orwant to get involved.

Lt. Col. Brian Schafer Cmdr. Philip Brock

Samantha Pavalok holds two of the books to beused for book club discussions. She, along withLiberty Center Director Ashley Platts, formed theclub as a way to encourage social interaction forpeople and families attached to the base. Photo byJay Cope

Support Our Military

PARTYLINE7P A G ENovember 30, 2012

GOSPORTE-7 exam scheduled for Jan. 17

The Education Services Office (ESO) ofPersonnel Support Detachment (PSD) Pensacolawill administer the Navywide enlisted advancementexaminations for E-7 Jan. 17 at its new location, theconference facility, Bldg. 3249, aboard PensacolaNaval Air Station (NASP). The doors will open at 6a.m. and close promptly at 7 a.m. No cell phoneswatches, food or beverages are permitted in theexam room. Advancement candidates must wear theprescribed uniform of the day of their respectivecommand and have military ID card to participate.

Candidates must verify and sign the worksheetprior to the January 2013 Cycle 218 examination.The ESO at PSD, Bldg. 680, will conduct verifica-tion/signing of the worksheet from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30p.m. Dec. 3 to Dec. 14. Special arrangements havebeen made for some of larger commands inPensacola (NHP, NATTC). Remote commands arerequired to post their own times and locations.

For additional information, contact PSD ESO at452-3617, option 8 and then 1.

NASP restoration board to meet Dec. 5Naval Air Station Pensacola’s Restoration

Advisory Board (RAB) will meet at 5:30 p.m. Dec.5 in the Public Works conference room, Bldg. 3560.The public is encouraged to attend. Time is avail-able during the meeting for questions and com-ments. The evening’s presenters also will be avail-able after the meeting to answer questions and listento concerns.

The RAB was established by NAS Pensacola toincrease public participation in its environmentalcleanup program, called Installation Restoration,better known as Superfund. Technical expertsinvolved in the environmental investigations andcleanup of the bases are brought together in publicmeetings with state and federal regulatory officialsand community members. This gives the communi-ty an opportunity to provide input directly to thedecision-making body.

Wildlife Sanctuary celebrating 30 yearsThe Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida, 105

North S St., will be celebrating its 30th anniversaryfrom noon to 3:30 p.m. tomorrow, Dec. 1.

The WILDfest will include a Give a Hoot SupplyDrive and live music from Sweet Prospect Celticband. Items needed include venison/red meat, freshor frozen fish, liquid laundry soap, fresh fruit andveggies, Cheerios, peanut butter, pecans or peanutsshelled or unshelled, sunflower seeds, baby blanketsand latex or vinyl gloves.

For more information, go toPensacolawildlife.com.

Church offering two-day craft marketA Christmas Craft Market is scheduled from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 1 and Dec. 2 at St. Anne’sCatholic Church, 5200 Saufley Field Road.

The event will feature a photo opportunity withSanta, and vendors from the area selling handmadewooden toys and bowls, ceramics, jewelry,Christmas decorations and more. Local authors willbe there selling books as well.

Boy Scout Troop 602 will have a concessionstand with various foods for sale.

Admission is free. Bring a nonperishable fooditem and receive an extra door prize ticket.

For more information, call 456-3731.

Lighthouse plans holiday celebrationsPensacola Lighthouse and Museum, 2081 Shell

Road, will present its Holiday Grand Illuminationfrom 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. tomorrow, Dec. 1, and Dec.15.

The lighthouse will be decorated and hot choco-late and cookies will be served. Santa Claus will bea special guest.

Admission is free, but donations will be accepted.For more information, call 944-0179.

Hospital entrance to close temporarilyThe circular front entrance of Pensacola Naval

Hospital will be secured beginning at 2 p.m. today,Nov. 30, in support of an elevator renovation proj-ect. The entrance and adjoining roads will reopenDec. 3.

For more information, call Lt. j.g. DeniquaFreddie at 449-9211.

Chorale presenting ‘Simply Christmas’Tickets are available for the Gulf Coast Chorale’s

presentation of “Simply Christmas” at 7:30 p.m.tomorrow, Dec. 1, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church inGulf Breeze. Joining the chorale will be specialguests, the Guffman Trio, one of the Pensacolaarea’s favorite jazz groups, and Tate High School’sVocal Jazz and Cantus Chorus.

Tickets are $10 and $5 for students with specialprices for groups of 10 or more. Admission is freefor children 10 and younger.

For more information, go to www.gulf-coastchorale.org or e-mail Gulf Coast Chorale atgcc@gulfcoastchorale.org.

Gallery offering special holiday classesBlue Morning Gallery, 21 Palafox Place, is pre-

senting Santa’s Workshop from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.tomorrow, Dec. 1, and Dec 8.

Children ages 9 and younger are invited to makefree ornaments or gift items.

A Christmas card making class is scheduled for12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 2. Cost is $25.

To make reservations or for more information,call 429-9100.

Details available on nursing programsThe Fortis Institute, 4081 E. Olive Road, Suite B,

is planning two open house events for its registerednursing and Bachelor of Science in nursing pro-grams at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow, Dec. 1, and 6 p.m.Dec. 6.

To make reservations or for more information,call 549-2786 or 476-7607 or e-mail mcarter@for-tisinstitute.edu.

Run features ugly sweater contestThe second annual NAS Pensacola Jingle Bell

Run is scheduled for 8 a.m. Dec. 7. The 5Krun/walk starts in front of Starbucks on RadfordBoulevard. There also will be an ugly sweater con-test. There is no fee to participate. You are welcometo make a toy donation to Toys for Tots.

For more information, go towww.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=501099 or callCSAAD/Community Outreach at 452-2532.

Museum to salute pioneers of spaceThe National Naval Aviation Museum will cele-

brate the achievements of the astronauts, engineers,scientists and others who contributed to success inthe space race Dec. 15 with a series of events.

From 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., there will be a panelon the near-catastrophic flight of Apollo XIIIincluding mission commander James Lovell andLunar Excursion Module (LEM) pilot Fred W.Haise.

A luncheon featuring guest speaker John Glenn(first American to orbit Earth) will be held from11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reservations are required. Costis $25 per person.

From 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., a panel of astronautsand NASA officials will discuss the Mercury,Gemini and Apollo programs.

From 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., there will be a recep-tion featuring the unveiling of a full-scale replica ofa the Apollo LEM followed by dinner with guestssuch as retired Navy Capt. Eugene Cernan, the lastman to walk on the moon. Cost is $150 per guest.

Today, Nov. 30, is the deadline to make reserva-tions. For information, call 1 (800) 327-5002 or goto www.navalaviationmuseum.org.

Appreciation Day includes BMX shows Officials at the Navy Exchange Aviation Plaza

have scheduled a Customer Appreciation Day forDec. 5.

Complimentary games and refreshments arescheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Bldg. 630.

The feature attraction will be the Monster EnergyCreative Sports BMX Team. Riders will sign auto-graphs from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and shows will be at4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at theNEX front side parking lot at 250 Saufley St. aboardNAS Pensacola.

For more information, call 341-6681.

Stamp group plans Dec. 4 meeting The Pensacola Philatelic Society meets at 7 p.m.

the first and third Tuesday of each month at theBayview Senior Center, 2000 East Lloyd St. Thenext meeting will take place Dec. 4.

Anyone interested in discovering or learningmore about stamp collecting is welcome to attend.

For more information, contact Dewey J. Barker at450-7767 after 4 p.m.

Navy nurses to gather for lunch Dec. 7All active-duty, reserve and retired Navy nurses

and their spouses are invited to attend the annualNavy Nurse Corps Association luncheon at 11:30a.m. Dec. 7 at O’Brien’s, 4350 Bayou Blvd. Bring agift worth $20 for the gift exchange and an unusedtoy for Toys for Tots is requested as well.

Lt. Cmdr. (selectee) Kendra Pennington fromNaval Hospital Pensacola will be the speaker.

Individual meal orders (self-pay) will be availablefrom the current restaurant menu.

RSVP to either Susie McCord at 457-2594 or776-2123 or JoAnn Kelly at 432-7136 no later thanDec. 5.

Pearl Harbor documentary due Dec. 7A locally produced documentary, “Pearl Harbor,

One Last Goodbye,” is scheduled to be releasedDec. 7. DVD copies will be on sale for $24.95.

The documentary chronicles a few of the remain-ing Pearl Harbor survivors from Pensacola on ajourney to Hawaii.

The production is by Watkins Productions. Formore information, go to www.watkinsvideo.com.

Jingle Bell Jog scheduled for Dec. 8Special Forces Association (SFA) Chapter 7 will

hold its Jingle Bell Jog, an annual 10K race and 5Kfun run/walk, Dec. 8 in Fort Walton Beach, begin-ning and ending at Uptown Station.

SFA Chapter 7 is a nonprofit all volunteer organ-ization that provides support to families of 7thSpecial Forces Group (Airborne). For more infor-mation and to register online, go to atwww.sfa7.com.

Fleet and family survey in progressTo improve service to military members, com-

mands and families, the Fleet and Family SupportCenter is instructed to complete a needs assessmenteach year. Officials at NAS Pensacola have puttogether a survey and are hoping to get feedbackfrom at least 1,000 people by Dec. 15. To completethe survey, go to www.surveymonkey.com/s/DQQ5NTP.

For more information, contact Val Young, super-visor, Work and Family Life Branch, NASP Fleetand Family Support Center, at 452 5621.

Zoo offers lights and other holiday funZoo Lights is returning to Gulf Breeze Zoo, 5701

Gulf Breeze Parkway, with new displays and thou-sands of new lights. Zoo Lights will be open from5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Dec. 1-2, Dec. 7-9, Dec. 14-24,and Dec. 26-30.

The zoo also is adding several “mini events.” • Ice sculpture demonstrations will be presented

at 6 p.m. Dec. 7, Dec. 14 and Dec. 26. • Cookies with Santa: Children can spend an hour

decorating cookies and taking pictures with Santafrom 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Zoo Lights nights. Cost is$25 and includes admission to ZooLights.

• Gingerbread Creation Competition: Familiesand individuals are encouraged to enter zoo-themedgingerbread creations. Submissions must be in by 4p.m. today, Nov. 30.

For more information, go towww.gulfbreezezoo.org/zoolights.

ROWWA schedules Christmas lunchThe Retired Officers Wives and Widows Association

(ROWWA) will hold its Christmas luncheon Dec. 13 atAngus Steak House, 101 Scenic Highway.

Social time will begin at 11 a.m., followed bylunch, program and meeting starting at 11:30 a.m. Aprogram of Christmas music will be presented byGale and Larry Book.

Spouses and guests are invited to attend.Reservations are required. Cost is $18, and paymentmust be received no later than Dec. 8. Send yourcheck to: ROWWA c/o Mary Chase, 5321 CrystalCreek Drive, Pace, FL 32571.

For further information, call Chase at 995-4466,or Jeannie Harris at 677-9089.

Sewer smoke testing continues at NASPSmoke testing of the sanitary sewer system con-

tinues at NAS Pensacola. The Public WorksDepartment (PWD) contracted with AH/BC NavyJoint Venture to conduct a wastewater sanitarysewer evaluation study. Smoke testing will identifypossible defects in the sewer system. The smoketesting machine does not create a fire, but a chemi-cal smoke that is non-toxic, non-staining and has alow odor. The smoke is white or gray in color.

The area for the current phase of testing is definedby the area of this phase is defined by Duncan Roadto Taylor Road as the western boundary, TaylorRoad to Murray Road and Saufley Street as thesouthern boundary. The eastern boundary isPensacola Bay, and the northern boundary is BayouGrande. It is recommended that residents pour a gal-lon of water into each drain trap of floors, sinks,showers and tubs prior to testing.

Crews will operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. week-days. Be aware of field crews as they will be work-ing on or near roadways.

If you have questions or concerns, contact DougChastang with NAS Pensacola Public Works at 452-3131, ext. 3100.

Loans, financial assistance available During the holidays, many military members and

their families are concerned with the added expens-es. The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society(NMCRS) may be able to help.

NMCRS offers quick assist loans of up to $300 toactive-duty Navy and Marine Corps members. Ifmore than $300 is needed, NMCRS also provideslarger loan and grant amounts to qualified membersby appointment. Trained caseworkers are availableto help in any way they can. They can also assist youby looking over your monthly budgets, so you cantry to avoid an issue in the future.

To find out if you are eligible, visit nmcrs.org orcall 452-2300.

Submission guideYou can submit information for possible

publication in Partyline by sending an e-mail to Janet.Thomas.ctr@navy.mil.

Submissions must include the organiza-tion’s name and details about events includ-ing times, dates, locations and any costsinvolved. Contact information also isrequired.

All submissions are subject to editing tocomply with established standards. Itemsshould be submitted at least one week inadvance. The deadline is noon Friday for thenext week’s publication.

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In a small Southern town there was a “nativity scene”that showed great skill and talent that had gone intocreating it. One unusual feature stood out:

The three wise men were wearing firemen’s helmets.

Unable to come up with a reason or explanation, onevisitor stopped at a “Quikee Mart” on the edge oftown and asked the lady behind the counter about thefiremen’s helmets.

She smiled, saying, “Some people never do read theBible.” The questioner assured her that he did, butsimply couldn’t recall anything about firemen in theBible.

Proudly the lady pulled her Bible from behind thecounter and ruffled through some pages, and finallypointed her finger at a passage. “Here it is,” she said.“Says right here, ‘The three wise man came fromafar.’ ”

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Making your home merry and bright: safety tips from CPSC

In addition, warns CPSC, candles startabout 11,600 fires each year, resulting in150 deaths, 1,200 injuries and $173 mil-lion in property loss. Christmas trees areinvolved in about 300 fires annually,resulting in 10 deaths, 30 injuries and anaverage of more than $10 million in prop-erty loss and damage.

“Sometimes people are having such anice time during the holidays that they for-get to extinguish candles,” said CPSCChairman Hal Stratton. “Always put out litcandles before leaving a room or going tobed. Always keep burning candles withinsight. Also, make sure your holiday lightsbear the mark of a recognized testing lab toshow they meet safety standards.”

Since CPSC started monitoring holidaylights and decorations sold at stores nation-wide, inspectors have prevented theimport of 116,500 units of holiday lights

that did not meet safety standards.Some CPSC tips to make your holiday

a safe one:Christmas trees:• When purchasing an artificial tree,

look for the label “fire resistant.” Althoughthis label does not mean the tree won’tcatch fire, it does indicate the tree willresist burning and should extinguishquickly.

• When purchasing a live tree, check forfreshness. A fresh tree is green, needles arehard to pull from branches and do notbreak when bent between your fingers.The trunk butt of a fresh tree is sticky withresin, and when tapped on the ground, thetree should not lose many needles.

• When setting up a tree at home, placeit away from fireplaces and radiators.Because heated rooms dry live trees outrapidly, be sure to keep the stand filled

with water. Place the tree out of the way oftraffic and do not block doorways.

Lights:• Indoors or outside, use only lights that

have been tested for safety by a recognizedtesting laboratory, which indicates confor-mance with safety standards. Use onlylights that have fused plugs.

• Check each set of lights, new or old,for broken or cracked sockets, frayed orbare wires, or loose connections, andthrow out damaged sets. Always replaceburned-out bulbs promptly with the samewattage bulbs.

• Use no more than three standard-sizesets of lights per single extension cord.Make sure the extension cord is rated forthe intended use.

• Never use electric lights on a metallictree. The tree can become charged withelectricity from faulty lights, and a persontouching a branch could be electrocuted.

• Before using lights outdoors, checklabels to be sure they have been certifiedfor outdoor use.

• Stay away from power or feeder linesleading from utility poles into olderhomes.

• Fasten outdoor lights securely to trees,house walls, or other firm supports to pro-tect the lights from wind damage. Use onlyinsulated staples to hold strings in place,not nails or tacks. Or, run strings of lightsthrough hooks.

• Turn off all holiday lights when you go

to bed or leave the house. The lights couldshort out and start a fire.

• Use caution when removing outdoorholiday lights. Never pull or tug on lights –they could unravel and inadvertently wraparound power lines.

Outdoor electric lights and decorationsshould be plugged into circuits protectedby ground fault circuit interrupters(GFCIs).

Decorations:• Use only non-combustible or flame-

resistant materials to trim a tree. Choosetinsel or artificial icicles of plastic or non-leaded metals. Leaded materials are haz-ardous if ingested by children.

• Never use lighted candles on a tree ornear other evergreens. Always use non-flammable holders and place candleswhere they will not be knocked down.

• In homes with small children, takespecial care to avoid decorations that aresharp or breakable, keep trimmings withsmall removable parts out of the reach ofchildren to avoid the child swallowing orinhaling small pieces, and avoid trim-mings that resemble candy or food thatmay tempt a child to eat them.

Fireplaces:Use care with “fire salts,” which pro-

duce colored flames when thrown onwood fires. They contain heavy metals thatcan cause intense gastrointestinal irritationand vomiting if eaten. Keep them awayfrom children.

Consider all of the electrical and fire risks associated with holiday decorations.

•From U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Before crawling up on the roof to string theChristmas lights, you need to know thatevery year, hospital emergency rooms

treat about 12,500 people for injuries, such as falls,cuts and shocks, related to holiday lights, decora-tions and Christmas trees, according to the U.S.Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Use lights that have fused plugs and have been tested for safety by a recognized test-ing laboratory. Photo courtesy of NAPS

By Pen Air FCU

Pen Air Federal CreditUnion donated 75turkeys to the NASPensacola USO for itsannual Thanksgivingfeast for those in uniformwho could not make ithome for the holiday.

The turkeys weredelivered to the USOcenter earlier this monthin time for preparing andcooking. The USO start-ed this Thanksgiving tra-dition five years ago, andPen Air FCU has sup-ported the USO and thetroops each year.

The Thanksgivingmeal was expected tofeed between 1,500 and2,000 troops and their

families, up from 1,200last year.

“Without Pen AirFederal Credit Union’sdonation, there is no waywe could pull off theThanksgiving meal,”said USO NorthwestFlorida Director HeidiBlair. “I am always over-whelmed with gratitudewith their donations.”

The USO is a non-profit organization with amission to support theactive-duty military. OneUSO center is located atthe Pensacola RegionalAirport with a secondlocation aboard NASPensacola. The USOreceives all its financialsupport from privatedonations. These dona-

tions help provide sup-port for programs thatassist deployed personneland their dependents.

“The men and womenwho serve our countrydeserve a huge token ofgratitude. Pen AirFederal Credit Union isproud to help in thissmall way to ensure theyhave a warm holidaymeal while they areaway from their fami-lies,” said Pen Air FCUPresident/CEO StewartRamsey.

For more informationabout the USO and howyou can help, visitwww.uso.org/Pensacola.

Pen Air Federal CreditUnion is the largest andoldest local credit union

headquartered inPensacola, with $1.2 bil-lion in assets. Pen AirFCU currently has 19branches in NorthwestFlorida and SoutheastAlabama, including fourstudent-run credit unionsat area high schools.Pen Air FCU is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial institu-tion originally charteredin 1936 to serve civilservice and militaryemployees assigned toour military bases in thearea; it now serves morethan 1,000 other work-forces and their immedi-ate families.

To learn more aboutPen Air FCU, visitwww.penair. org.

November 30, 2012SPOTLIGHTGOSPORT

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Naval Hospital Pensacola,Oct. 16-31, 2012

Gabriel Flores Palomino, was born to Lt. j.g. FloresForce and Alejandra Palomino Largo, Oct. 16.Taylor Henry Smith, was born to HM1 Corey andHolly Smith, Oct. 16.Josiah Antonio Miller Lucas, was born to QMLadonna Redd, Oct. 17.Jayden Michael Cory, was born to Daniel and SPCAngela Cory, Oct. 21.Scarlet Abigail Lizotte, was born to AM1 Joseph andJohanna Lizotte, Oct. 22.Ava Kay Ollinger, was born to AC1 Christopher andNatalie Ollinger, Oct. 24.Kole Micah Mathis, was born to Sage and Lt.Chelsea Mathis, Oct. 24.Ashlynn Sophia, was born to ATAN AmandaBennett, Oct. 25.Thomas John Cheney Jr., was born to 2nd Lt.Thomas and Melissa Cheney, Oct. 25.Otto Mark Shingledecker, was born to 2nd Lt. Jacoband Ashley Shingledecker, Oct. 26.Kaylon Samir George, was born to HM3 Kurn andShenell George, Oct. 27.Iry Watson III, was born to Iry II and AC2 TrankiaLee, Oct. 28.Ethan Daniel Padilla, was born to Sgt. Eric andJessica Padilla, Oct. 28.Zachary Aaron Morris, was born to HM3 Jonathanand Adrea Morris, Oct. 28.Connor James Hesson, was born to Staff Sgt.Edward and Amanda Hesson, Oct. 29.Karlie Brooke Franks, was born to Lt. Joseph andTiffany Franks , Oct. 29.Colton James Zuetlau, was born to Staff Sgt. Josephand Kristen Zuetlau, Oct. 31.

BIRTHANNOUNCEMENTSPen Air donates holiday turkeys to USO

Pen Air FCU President/CEO Stewart Ramsey and USO Director Heidi Blair stand outside the NASP USO withservice members and donated turkeys.

From Navy Medicine Education andTraining Public Affairs

More than 50 service members, con-tract workers and Department of Defenseemployees attended a safety brief Nov. 21designed to reinforce the hazards of exces-sive alcohol consumption before the holi-day season.

Escambia County Sheriff’s OfficeDeputy Harold Pool spoke to the assem-bled personnel at the Naval AerospaceMedical Institute (NAMI) auditorium,detailing the hazards of drinking and driv-ing nearly a week before “3D month” –National Drunk and Drugged DrivingPrevention Month.

Navy Medicine Operational TrainingCenter (NMOTC) Command MasterChief HMCM(SW/AW) RobertCoddington said that while NAMI andother components under the NMOTC

umbrella are primarily senior commands,the importance of reiterating a commonal-ity across the United States during the hol-iday season cannot be understated.

“A DUI (driving under the influence)charge doesn’t recognize a rank,” he said.“A seaman recruit or master chief can beguilty of this just the same as an ensign oran admiral. Bringing in the individualswho uphold these laws and having themexplain what could happen is an eye-open-er for quite a few people.”

According to the Navy Alcohol andDrug Abuse Prevention program(NADAP) December 2011 newsletter,nearly 30 people are killed daily in motorvehicle crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver, a staggering one deathevery 48 minutes. Navy statistics encom-passing Fiscal Year 2011 chart a Navyaverage of more than three DUIs daily,with that number more than doubling dur-

ing the holiday season. Coddington said that a variety of pro-

grams designed to curb service membersdriving while impaired are available,including different methods for servicemembers attending parties, gatherings orcommand functions to get home safely. Hecited the Chief Petty Officers Mess-spon-sored Safe Ride program, a Navy main-stay at bases around the world, as well asthe AAA-Budweiser initiative Tow To Go,as alternatives to driving while impaired.

“While these are great initiatives, eachSailor needs to exercise responsibility,” hesaid. “Enjoy the holidays, but designate ashipmate as a driver for that evening.”

Coddington said that along with theEscambia County Sheriff’s Office presen-tation, 3D month should serve as areminder to encourage safe and sober driv-ing. He added that although an individualresponsibility, maintaining readiness is a

command level function through whichleaders at all levels play a significant role.

“Ensuring a shipmate is capable of per-forming a mission is what Sailors – and weas Navy medicine – do,” he said. “Andknowledge of programs available, a vestedinterest from leadership throughout theranks and a reminder of the importance amomentary lack of judgment can have onan individual career, a shipmate or civilianand the Navy as a whole is important forevery service member to understand. ADUI – plain and simple – detracts fromwhat Navy medicine strives to accom-plish – maintaining readiness to providethe valuable service of saving lives.”

NAMI is a component of NMOTC, therecognized global leader in operationalmedical and aviation survival training.NMOTC reports to NMETC, the solepoint of accountability for Navy medicineeducation and training.

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B4P A G E OFF DUTYGOSPORT

The NASP Morale, Welfare and Recreation(MWR) department has a number of upcomingevents and activities that the whole family canparticipate in. For more information, call 452-8285 or visit the MWR website:www.naspensacola-mwr.com.

• Holiday tree lighting: 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.today, Nov. 30, Radford Fitness Center. Bringthe family and enjoy an evening of fun that willinclude Santa Claus arriving by helicopter.There will be a 27-foot Christmas tree and thelights will be turned on during the event.Children can play in the Bounce House, Gyroand Spider Mountain, plus there will be hotchocolate and cookies. Open to active-duty,retirees, DoD, contractors and families.

• Trees for Troops: The Spirit of ChristmasFoundation and FedEx are presenting Trees forTroops. A limited number of Christmas trees willbe given away at NAS Pensacola to active-dutymilitary at NASP and NASP Corry Station. E-6and below can pick up a voucher to receive afree tree at Community Outreach Office, 150Hase Road, Building 1500, Room 151. Formore information, call FC1 Bradley Dutkanychor IT2 Ronald Romer at 452-2532. Must havea voucher to receive a tree.

• Captainʼs Cup meeting: The 2013 MWRCaptain’s Cup Sports organizational meeting isscheduled for 9 a.m. Dec. 6 in the conferenceroom, Radford Center, Bldg 4143. During thismeeting the 24 sports are reviewed and somemay be dropped, added or changed. If you can-not attend, send an alternate to bring the resultsof the meeting back. The goal is maximum par-ticipation.

• Holiday hours and closures: Visit theMWR website for a full listing of MWR facilityholiday hours – www.naspensacola-mwr.com –and click on “Holiday hours for MWR facilitiesThanksgiving – New Year’s.”

• Pool closure: The MWR Indoor Poolaboard NAS Pensacola will be closed forrepairs through Jan. 28.

• Youth Center free field trip: Join the MWRYouth Center and Teen Club for a free field tripto the Blue Wahoos “Winter Wonderland.”There will be ice skating, tobogganing, crafting,large game boards, bowling, hayrides andmore. There are two age groups. Tomorrow,Dec. 1, (ages 7 to 11): Children will meet at theYouth Center at 5 p.m. and be picked up at theYouth Center at 10 p.m. Dec. 8 (ages 12 to 18):Teens will meet at the Youth Center at 5 p.m.and be picked up at the Youth Center at 10 p.m.The free field trips are open to all dependents ofactive duty, retired, reservists, DoD civilians andcontractors. For more information, call 452-2417.

• Master Spin Class: The sixth annual TeamCentury Ride will start at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow,Dec. 1. There will be 20 teams of two – first to atotal of 100 miles wins. The ride will be at theRadford Fitness Center. Doors open at 7:30a.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top threeteams. There will be special drawings andsnacks. Pre-registration is required no later thanNov. 30 at the Radford Fitness Center (452-9845) or at the Wellness Center (452-6802).

COST Regular: $3 adults, $1.50 children ages 6-11, free for 5 and younger3D shows: $5 adults, $3 children ages 6-11, free for 5 and younger

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At the movies“Taken 2,” PG-13, 5 p.m.; “Alex Cross,” PG-13, 7 p.m., 9:15 p.m.; “Sinister,” R,5:15 p.m.; “Paranormal Activity 4,” R, 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.

“Frankenweenie” (3D), PG, noon; “Hotel Transylvania” (3D), PG, 2:15 p.m.;“Taken 2,” PG-13, 4:30 p.m.; “Sinister,” R, 6:30 p.m.; “Argo,” R, 8:45 p.m.; “HereComes the Boom,” PG, 12:15 p.m.; “Alex Cross,” PG-13, 2:30 p.m., 4:45 p.m.;“Paranormal Activity 4,” R, 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

“Hotel Transylvania” (2D), PG, noon; “Looper,” R, 2 p.m.; “Paranormal Activity 4,”R, 4:30 p.m.; “Argo,” R, 6:45 p.m.; “Here Comes the Boom,” PG, 12:15 p.m.; “AlexCross,” PG-13, 2:30 p.m.; “Taken 2,” PG-13, 4:45 p.m.; “Sinister,” R, 7 p.m.

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“Alex Cross,” PG-13, 5 p.m.; “Sinister,” R, 7:15 p.m.; “Paranormal Activity 4,” R,5:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

“Looper,” R, 5 p.m.; “Paranormal Activity 4,” R, 7:30 p.m. “Taken 2,” PG-13, 5:15p.m.; “Here Comes the Boom,” PG, 7:15 p.m.

“Pitch Perfect,” PG-13, 5 p.m.; “Sinister,” R, 7:30 p.m.; “Taken 2,” PG-13, 5:15p.m.; “Argo,” R, 7:15 p.m.

FRIDAY

Details: 452-3522 orwww.naspensacola-mwr.com

Liberty program events target young, unac-companied active-duty military. Regularevents are scheduled at the main LibertyCenter in the Portside EntertainmentComplex. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.Sunday through Thursday and holidays and10:30 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday.Off-base trips leave from the NASP LibertyCenter, but you must sign up in advance. Formore information, call 452-2372 or visitwww.naspensacolamwr.com/singsail/liberty.htm.

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www.bellingrath.org

The holiday tradition continuesas Bellingrath Gardens and Homecelebrates with another MagicChristmas in Lights.

Visitors can stroll through morethan 950 displays featuring mil-lions of sparkling lights at the 65-acre garden estate. TheBellingrath Home is decorated inholiday finery and poinsettias.Nightly choral performances arepresented on the South Terrace.Children may have their picturestaken with Santa from 5 p.m. to 9p.m. on weekends and during theweek of Christmas.

Major scenes include butter-flies, peace on Earth, the emeraldforest, toyland, critter cove,flower walk, the underwater gar-den, the Nativity, the night beforeChristmas and snowflake lane.New this year is the polar bearsquare.

All set pieces and scenes aredesigned for Bellingrath Gardensand constructed and installed bystaff members.

Every light in the show isreplaced each year.Approximately one third of theshow is repainted, restored and re-lamped each year.

The 2012 show features morethan 14,000 light strands, 7,700extension chords, 377,000replacement bulbs, 100,000 twistties and almost five miles of steel.

The Bellingrath staff works onthe show throughout the year inthe “Santa workshop.” Showinstallation begins in September.

Lights in ‘bloom’ at Bellingrath Magic Christmas in Lights

• When: Open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily (except Christmas Day)through Dec. 31. Tours of Bellingrath Home are every hour andhalf hour until 8:30 p.m.• Where: 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore, Ala.From Pensacola, take I-10 West past Mobile, Ala. Take exit 15A(Highway 90-Theodore). Go two miles on Highway 90 and turnleft onto Bellingrath Road. Travel south for six miles and turn leftonto Bellingrath Gardens Road. • Cost: Lights only, $15 adults (13 and older), $7 children (ages5 to 12). Lights and home, $24 adults (13 and older), $13 chil-dren (ages 5 to 12). Admission free for 4 and younger. Discountsavailable. Guests with pre-purchased tickets do not have to waitin line. They may enter through will call station. Parking is free. • For more information: Call, 1 (800) 247-8420 or 1 (251) 973-2217; online, go to www.bellingrath.org.

A trio of swans float on Mirror Lake at Bellingrath Gardens and Home in Theodore, Ala. The Magic Christmas inLights display continues through Dec. 31. Photo courtesy of Bellingrath Gardens

COMMANDLINES P A G ENovember 30, 2012 B5

GOSPORT

NASP Community Outreach is seekingvolunteers for opportunities including:

• Northwest Florida BloodServices: Volunteers are needed to help ineveryday operations. For information, con-tact Jamie Hudson at 473- 3853, ext. 132, ore-mail at jhudson@fbsblood.org.

• Big Brothers Big Sisters ofNorthwest Florida: Youth mentoringorganization matches screened adult volun-teers with children ages 6 through eighthgrade who come primarily from single parenthomes. For more information, go towww.bbbsnwfl.org.

• Ronald McDonald House: A group

can volunteer to complete family chores orprovide a meal for families in residence.Other opportunities include hosting events.or doing a “wish list” drive by collectingitems for the house. For more information,contact Vicky Bell at 477-2273.

• The Immanuel Lutheran Church:Volunteers are needed to help with theOatmeal Breakfast to Feed the Homelessfrom 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. every Saturday.The church is located at 24 West Wright St.Call 438-8138 to sign up or show upbetween 7 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.

• The Oaks Adult Care Center:Volunteers are needed spend time with sen-

ior citizens older than 60, who are physical-ly or mentally impaired. A large percentageof the clients have Alzheimer’s or dementia.The center, at 875 Royce St., is open from7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday throughFriday. For more information, call SandyHoltry at 432-1475.

For more information, contact NASPCommunity Outreach at 452-2532, e-mailNASPensacolaCommunityOutreach@Facebook.com or find information onFacebook at NAS Pensacola CommunityOutreach.

The following classes are offered at theFFSC, 151 Ellyson Ave., Bldg. 625, unlessotherwise noted:

• Parenting: Zero to Two Years ofAge: A class to help prepare for the arrival ofa new baby is offered quarterly. To register,call 452-5990, ext. 3122. If you have specif-

ic questions, call 452-5900, ext. 3143.Peer to Peer Support Group: Talk

through issues that occur when you experi-ence a traumatic (wartime) event.Discussing problems with peers is provento be more successful to well-being thandiscussing it with others. Because peers

served in the military, you can identify witheach other. For service members and veter-ans returning from deployment, this is anopportunity to share experiences. Meetingsare from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. the secondTuesday of each month. If you would like toattend, call 452-5990, ext. 3122.

NAS PensacolaProtestant• Communion service, 8a.m. Sunday.**• Worship service, 10:15a.m. Sunday.*• Contemporary service,6 p.m. Sunday.**• Women’s Bible study, 9a.m. Tuesday.***• Fellowship dinner,5:30 p.m. Wednesday. • Bible study, 6 p.m.Wednesday.*** Roman Catholic• Sacrament of Penance,3:45 p.m. Saturday.****• Mass, 4:30 p.m.Saturday.*• Mass, 8:30 a.m.Sunday.*• Mass, noon Mondayand Thursday.****Latter Day Saints• Service, 10:30 a.m.Sunday**

NASP CorryStation

Protestant• Adult Bible study, 9a.m. Sunday, chapel con-ference room.• Chapel choir, 9 a.m.Sunday, sanctuary.

• Worship service, 10a.m. Sunday.• Fellowship, 11:30 a.m.Sunday.• Praise and worship,7:30 p.m. Sunday.• Bible study and dinner,5:30 p.m. Thursday, fel-lowship hall.Roman Catholic• Mass, noon Sunday.• Mass, 11 a.m.Tuesday, small chapel.

Whiting FieldChapel

Roman Catholic• Mass, 11 a.m. to 11:30a.m. Friday.Protestant• Bible study, 11:30 a.m.Tuesday.• Weekly chapel service,11:30 a.m. Thursday.

*Naval AviationMemorial Chapel**All Faiths Chapel***J.B. McKamey Center****Lady of LoretoChapel

For more information,call 452-2341.

Community Outreach

Worship scheduleCombined Federal Campaign

The 2012 EscaRosa Combine FederalCampaign (CFC) is nearing campaignwrap-up. Have you had the opportunity tomake a pledge to the approved nonprofit

agency of your choice? If not, contact theCFC office at 452-2029, or send an e-mailto manager@escarosacfc.org. You also goto the website (www.escarosacfc.org) to

register and make your pledge online. InNovember, a time to be thankful for all wehave, do not miss your opportunity to “givea little, help a lot.”

Fleet and Family Support Center

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Kris KringleHoliday MarketSaturday, Dec1st, 2012Milton HighS c h o o lCafeteria andC o u r t y a r dThis Holiday Giftand Craft show isa great way tofinish up yourholiday shopping.

Moving sale:furniture, lamps,small antique endtable, lawnfurniture, gardentools, collectionof playboy magsfrom the 80s,computer table &misc. 2 weeksonly. 456-3609

Yard Sale Dec.1 7-3. Furniture,w o r k o u tequipment, Lotsof baby items,car seats,stroller, playpen,adult, baby andt o d d l e rclothes/shoes.toys, kitcheni t e m s . 5500 LovaleenCircle. ZacharyEstates.

Spear gun forscuba diving.Also have 12gauge bane stickfor sharks. $100for both. 712-1425

17” HP LaptopComputer, I5CPU, Fastw/Great Video$1000 New,$750 455-5646

36” GE Stove,Like new; Cost$800 Asking$285 OBO, CallPaul 455-5646

22x33” Kohler4-hole, 2 BasinCast Iron WhiteSink & Faucet$290; 455-5646

Lighted Chinacabinet. $250obo. 40 pieceChina set, $100obo. Call 501-0655, Linda.

Rifle, ruger,bolt action,model 77. 308caliber. Walnutstock. $300.454-9486

Penn Senatorred side. 113-HLW that’s 4-0wide with rod.Has samecapacity as 6ought but muchlighter. $50.497-1167

Pecans. Freshcrop. In 5 lb.bags. Large size,$3/lb. Mediumsize, $2/lb. 476-3592.

Oak gliderocker $175,Oak Spindleback bench$125; 7’ lightedChristmas tree$50, 995-8291

Free segopalms, you dig.458-0854

Walnut KingsHead Pub&Lodging DartCabinet Set.Comes witheverything youneed to play.S e l f - h e a l i n gboard, 12 steeltip darts,chalkboard etc.Never used. $75.492-9178

Elite Orbitrekstair stepper skiexercise machine.Gym quality.Brand new.Perfect for thenew yearresolution. Inc:Diet and workoutcd. Call for appt.to see. $350 orbest offer. 944-4489

Cemetary Lots2SBS BayviewM e m o r i a lC e m e t e r y .$2,500. 324-0889

P o r t a b l eJmason PlayYard BassinetChanging Stand.Used once. $45.492-9178

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We’re looking for the perfect wedding model for the cover of Pensacola Magazine Weddings2013, and that model could be you.

Could You Be Our Next Cover Model?

Submit up to three wedding photos —high resolution please—to weddings@ballingerpublishing.com, and you could be featured on the cover of

the February 2013 issue. Candid shots by your professional photographer arebest. Please include Bride, Groom and Photographers name. For more informa-

tion, visit www.pensacolamagazine.com or email us at the address above.

Please sendus the highresolutionphotos by

January 11,2013.

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