Serving the nato, naples and Gaeta military community in italy59th year, no. 25 Friday, June 27, 2014

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Held at Support Site Playground

USNH Naples Welcomes New Commander

Weekly Crime ReportReview what happened between

June 11 and June 24.

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Capt. Scott Gray, com-manding officer of NSANaples, members fromPublic Works andHousing, as well aschildren from the com-munity pose for agroup photo during aribbon-cutting ceremo-ny for the Support Siteplayground renova-tions, June 25. "Thanksto everybody who hada hand in making thishappen; this is the firstrenovation of the play-grounds since theplace opened up," saidGray. The ceremonywas held at playground20 in the center of thebase, near building2111. All but two of the22 playgrounds hadrenovations done overthe past eight months,as well as the rebuiltskate park. (Photo by MCC Travis

Simmons)

Capt. Matthew W. Pommer Jr., DentalCorps, turned over command of U.S. NavalHospital Naples, Italy, to Capt. Barth E.Merrill, Medical Corps, during a change ofcommand ceremony at the Support SiteChapel of Naval Support Activity Naples,June 18.The presiding officer and guest speaker for

the ceremony was Vice Adm. Matthew L.

Nathan, Surgeon General of the Navy andChief of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. "Once you've got the job, you're it, and it is

important that the crew knows exactly who isin charge and who they are taking ordersfrom,” said Nathan. “This is why we honorthis time-honored tradition."Nathan presented Pommer Jr. with the

Legion of Merit in recognition of his accom-plishments in command. Under his leader-ship, the command’s Healthcare Effectiveness

Data Information Set program went from24th to number one throughout NavyMedicine and one of only four Navy com-mands to exceed Defense Health Agency tar-gets.U.S. Naval Hospital Naples achieved a 91

percent on its 2014 audit spot check, whichrepresented the third-highest score through-out BUMED and one of only three commandsto achieve “audit ready” level compliance.

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Vice Adm. Matthew L. Nathan, 37th surgeon general of the Navy and chief of the Navy's Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, center, ren-ders a salute as Capt. Barth E. Merrill takes command of U.S. Naval Hospital Naples from Capt. Matthew W. Pommer Jr. during a changeof command ceremony held in the Support Site Chapel of Naval Support Activity Naples, June 18. (Photo by MC3 Robert S. Price)

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A High-Caliber Sailor

Aboard USS Mount Whitney

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BALTOPS 2014 Comes

to a Close in Germany

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It’s All About Sink or Swim:

A Guinness Record Attempt

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‘Festa Americana’ Access Policy andTransportation InfoIndependence Day will be celebrated at Carney

Park July 5 from 1 to 11 p.m. with live entertain-ment, food and craft vendors, carnival rides, softballtournament, fireworks and more. The event is openand free to U.S. ID card holders, Local Nationalemployees and JFC Carney Park Privilege card hold-ers (who can all sponsor up to 6 guests per ID card).JFC NATO ID card holders must pay a $5 entry feeand cannot sponsor guests. U.S. contractors mustalso pay a $5 entry fee and can sponsor up to 6guests. Guest access passes are available for pur-chase online at www.mwritt.org and can be picked upat both ITT Offices, the Liberty Center, the NavyOutdoor Recreation Center and the Auto Wood SkillsCenter. Guest access passes will cost $5 and be avail-able through July 3. Bus transportation is availablefrom Support Site to Carney Park and return for U.S.ID card holders. Register online at www.mwritt.orgor at either ITT Office, the Auto Wood Skills Center,the Navy Outdoor Recreation Center, or the LibertyCenter by July 2. After registration deadline, patronsmay ride on a space available basis, but seats are notguaranteed. Complete details are available at face-book.com/mwrnaples or www.mwritt.org or by callingDSN 626-7906 or 081-811-7906.

Long-Term Parking Passes Required forAll Vehicles Parked Over 96 HoursCommunity members wishing to park their vehicle

on Capodichino or Support Site for longer than 96hours need to contact Pass and ID office to receive apass per NSA Naples Instruction 5560.8. The pass isrequired to be displayed in the vehicle’s dashboardduring the entire duration. The long-term parking forCapodichino is on the top floor of the west parkinggarage near the front gate. Long-term parking forSupport Site is located between the Lemon Lot andSecurity parking. Please contact either the SupportSite (DSN 629-4264) or Capodichino (DSN 626-4955)Pass and ID offices for long-term parking passrequests.

NSA Naples Collecting Indoor RadonLevel DetectorsNSA Naples is currently collecting indoor radon gas

detectors as part of an ongoing Navywide program,with Naples as the first Navy installation in Europeto conduct a comprehensive study on its current facil-ities. Radon detectors, called alpha-track detectors,are being collected in Navy facilities at Capodichino,Support Site, Gaeta, Carney Park, and Navy-man-aged buildings at JFC (Lago Patria). The detectorshave been placed in all basements and ground levelindoor spaces inhabited at least four hours daily overthe last year. Navy facilities in Naples were last test-ed in 1991-1992; however, the base infrastructurehas since changed necessitating completion of a newtest. For U.S. Environmental Protection Agencyinformation on radon, go to www.epa.gov/radon. Formore info, call the Environmental Office at DSN:626-6706 or 081-568-6706.

Required CDNS and WAAN Registration The Computer Desktop Notification System

(CDNS) / Wide Area Alert Notification (WAAN) areemergency message systems used in our area. CDNS

and WAANregistrationis requiredfor all mili-tary, civilianand contrac-tor person-nel with aOneNet usera c c o u n t .P e r s onne l

should register their office email address and phonenumber in the system, but can also include cell-phones as well as contact information for familymembers. OneNet users can sign up by right-clickingthe purple globe at the bottom right of the desktoptask bar and selecting “Access Self Service” option.Personnel outside the OneNet system can send anemail to the NSA Naples Emergency Dispatch Officeat M-NA-NSAOPSEMDispatch-GS@eu.navy.mil.Family members must register through their spon-sors.

Lead Drinking Water TestingNSA Naples is planning on conducting new testing

for lead in drinking water at our schools, ChildDevelopment Centers, and youth and teen centers.In the U.S., EPA recommends, and the Navyrequires, testing for lead in drinking water in schoolsand day care centers. NSA Naples will be taking anumber of steps that include: testing drinking waterfor lead; disseminating test results to parents, stu-dents, staff and other interested stakeholders; andtaking appropriate and necessary actions to correctany problems identified during testing. Once com-pleted, the test results from these locations will beavailable in their offices during working hours, onthe command webpage at www.cnic.navy.mil/Naples,and on the command Facebook page. Additionalinformation about water quality resources can befound at: http://water.epa.gov/drink/info/lead/schools_index.cfm.

MWR Capo FitZone Unmanned FitnessRegistrationIn preparation of the Unmanned Fitness facility,

registration forms are now available to pick up bothat Capo FitZone and Support Site Fitness Forum forall authorized U.S. active-duty single service mem-bers. Registration forms can be turned in at bothlocations. The unmanned FitZone hours at Capo willbe Monday- Friday from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., Saturdayfrom 4 p.m. to 8 a.m., and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 a.m. Formore information, please call Capo FitZone at DSN626-4266.

June 27: Ayla Brown Concert at SupportSite Central Park Country/Americana musician Ayla Brown is per-

forming a free concert for the military community onFriday, June 27 at the Support Site Central Park.The Armed Forces Entertainment show begins at 6p.m. and will include an autograph session with AylaBrown following the concert. The concert is open toall ages and MWR Naples will have beverage sales atthe event. For more information, please call DSN626-4894 or 081-568-4894.

June 28: Navy Outdoor Recreation(NOR) Sea Kayaking Day Trip Navigate the open seas of the Mediterranean and

paddle a comfortable recreation kayak along thebeautiful Naples, Sorrento and Amalfi Coasts. Thetrip fee is $45 per person and includes guide, equip-ment and transportation. Participants must be atleast 15 years old (youth 17 and younger must beaccompanied by an adult). Previous kayaking experi-ence in decked kayaks is required. For more informa-tion or to sign up, call the NOR at DSN 629-4947 or081-811-4947.

June 28: Summer Volleyball Officials andCoaches Meeting Get paid to be an official for the Youth Sports sum-

mer volleyball league. All games are at the SupportSite on Saturdays. Attend this clinic/meeting at theSupport Site Fitness Forum conference room from 9a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to get more details. For questions,please call Youth Sports at DSN 629-4729 081-811-4729.

We are in the middle of the PCSseason and we have many peoplecoming and going. My family andI are going through that processright now along with many oth-ers. I’d like to thank all our spon-sors who are helping to ease thetransition for inbound familiesand single service members. Ittakes dedication and commit-ment to be a good sponsor and itis important work! If you aresponsoring a new member of ourcommunity or meet a recently arrived family, remember thosethings that your sponsor helped you with or your lessons learnedand share that information. Serving in Naples can be a wonder-ful experience, however, every overseas duty station has it uniquechallenges – make sure those who you sponsor get started off onthe right foot and receive the benefit of your local knowledge. One of the difficult situations that pet owners have found them-

selves in during a busy PCS season is how to transport their petto the next duty station. This is the most hectic moving period ofthe year with 40 percent of all military moves occurring over thesummer. Pet space on military flights is limited, so some pet own-ers may incur additional fees if commercial airline travel is theonly option for transporting their animals. Make sure to plan andmake pet arrangements as early as possible. Airlines have tem-perature and breed restrictions that prohibit the transport of petsover the summer months – plan accordingly and have a backupplan. Over the past few years, we have also had issues with own-ers abandoning their pets on base. Please be responsible petowner. Abandoned animals may be scanned for the required chipsand personnel can be held accountable for the cost of transportingabandoned pets. For those in the community sticking around this summer, I’d

like to remind those heading out for several days or longer tomake sure you’re communicating your plans with a trusted neigh-bor. Set alarms and make sure everything is locked up. Makeyour place look lived in and try to have a friend check on yourhome periodically to turn lights on or off. These little things canensure you come back to your home exactly as you left it. Our children seem to be enjoying their time away from school.

The Summer Camp and Youth Programs have a lot of activities infull swing. On Wednesday, I attended a ribbon cutting for the ren-ovated playgrounds. This was the first major renovations for theplaygrounds since the Support Site was built and is a great qual-ity of life upgrade for our families. All but two of the playgroundsreceived new equipment or upgrades and a new skate park is upand running. It was great to see all the kids come out to play-ground 20 in the center of the base and try out the large slide andnew equipment. It’s located near building 2111 if you haven’t seenit or ‘tested it out’ yet. More jobs have become available recently for U.S. personnel.

Human Resources has job openings with Housing, the NEX, theFire Department. Even our chaplain team has an upcoming open-ing with religious education. So if you’re interested in workingduring your time in Naples, take a look at the Jobs section of thePanorama and contact the Human Resources Office to see what’savailable. We have openings announced weekly. Region’s ‘Energy Biggest Loser’ contest is kicking-off on

Tuesday. Installations in the Region will be competing to see whocan reduce energy consumption the most during the month ofJuly. The winning installation will receive $50,000. Take a lookaround your homes and offices to see what you can do to helpensure Naples comes away with the win. Simply turning off com-puter monitors and office lights can have a significant impact.We’ll provide weekly updates in the Panorama and onFacebook.com/NSANaples so all may track how we’re doing dur-ing the competition. Tonight we have Country/Americana singer Ayla Brown per-

forming at the Support Site Central Park. Armed ForcesEntertainment and Navy Entertainment have a lot of eventsheading our way so stay connected through Facebook.com/MWRNaples or check with the ITT offices on base periodically tosee what new shows are headed our way. Festa Americana is nextweekend and we’ll have David Cook, American Idol winner fromseason 7, and a full day of events for everyone. I encourage every-one to take advantage of all these entertainment opportunities.

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By Capt. Scott Gray

NSA Naples Commanding Officer

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDNAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking a committedvolunteer to serve as fundraising vice president for the 2014-15 board term.For a job description, go to www.noscitaly.com or email nosc1stvp@gmail.com.

NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB is looking fornew board members. Consider offering your time to further the work of theAthletic Booster Club. The club is accepting nominations and applicationsfor the 2014-15 Board. We will call for a membership-wide vote in May, withthe new Board installed in June. The current board is working to have sum-mer and fall kick off plans in place to ease the transition, as well as ahealthy bank account to seed 2014-15 Wildcat Athletics. Job descriptionsfor president, vice president, treasurer, secretary, membership, Webmaster,publicity/marketing and spirit wear can be found at www.naplesbooster-club.com in the documents section. Please contact president@naplesboost-erclub.com or membership@naplesboosterclub.com for more information.

USO NAPLES is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to jointheir committee to make a tangible difference in the community throughevents and special projects. If interested, please email Luisa Mazzella atluisa.mazzella@uso.it or call the USO Capodichino office at DSN 626-5713.

NAVY BALL COMMITTEE 2014 is looking for new volunteers to help withfundraising events to support this year's Navy Birthday Ball. Everyone is wel-come to participate. Events include cookouts, car washes, golf tournaments,assisting with bagging at the Navy Exchange and volunteering at the NOSCThrift Store. If interested, please contact MM1 Rose at DSN 626-5303.

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in anexploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would takepart in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) andyour current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jonesat 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you areinterested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page -American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities.

FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon iffamilies are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similaremergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers maygreet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork,etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. If you areinterested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or emailFFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil.

CLUB BEYOND is searching for volunteers to serve as Adult Leaders. Leadersassist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students ingrades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. If interested, please con-tact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment.

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

ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want tohelp at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for differ-ent projects on the Support Site base. For more information, please contact usat awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

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

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZONNAVY LEAGUE NAPLES has three missions: to enhance the morale of activeduty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the Americanpublic on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth throughprograms such as the Junior ROTC that expose young people to the values ofour sea services. Personnel interested in joining or participating with theNavy League should contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051. For more informa-tion, visit www.navyleague.org.

THE NAPLES TOASTMASTERS CLUB provides materials and experience toimprove competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support SiteCommunity Center. Guests are always welcome. For more information, visitwww.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us on Facebook"Toastmasters Naples Italy."

NAPLES AREA FIRST CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION is com-posed of members from different rates with one mission. As a service organiza-tion, we enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties asSailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members.We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays.Visit us and learn how you can participate and feel free to bring a friend! Formore information, please contact YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733.

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro Council 14853 meets everythird Sunday of the month at 12:30 p.m. in the Support Site chapel offices.For more information, email Robert Kenney at kofcnaples@gmail.com orvisit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/sangen-naro14853/.

CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity NaplesReligious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hallat the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apauli-no@clubbeyond.org.

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TTHEHE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……June 29: Chapel-hosted 5.1K Fun PrayerWalk, Run or StrollThe NSA Naples Religious Ministries Team will be

hosting a 5.1K Fun Prayer Walk, Run or Stroll onSunday, June 29 at 5 p.m. Participants should meetat the Support Site Chapel and are encouraged tobring a side dish as a barbecue, fruits and drinks willbe provided. Canned goods and donations to FedsFeed Families will also be accepted. The entire eventwill be from 5 to 7 p.m. and is being held in the honorof Chaplain John Keith. All are welcome to attend.For more information, please contact the chapels ateither DSN 629-4600 or 626-3539.

June 30: 2014 Sexual Orientation Quality and Pride Month ObservanceNSA Naples will observe Pride Month June 30 at

noon in the Capo Theater. The event will featureguest speakers and multimedia presentations, andwill conclude with a cake-cutting ceremony. ContactLt. Liza Dougherty at DSN 626-5907 or elizabeth.dougherty@eu.navy.mil for more information.

July 1: Town Hall for Single andUnaccompanied SailorsCapt. Scott Gray, commanding officer of NSA

Naples, will hold a Town Hall at the Support Site�s

Reel Times 2 Theater on Tuesday, July 1 at 4:30 p.m.for single and unaccompanied service members.

July 1-31: Region’s ‘Energy Biggest Loser’CompetitionDuring the month of July, Region is hosting an

Energy Biggest Loser contest. Navy Installationsregion-wide will compete for $50,000 to be donated insupport of base beautification projects. The winnerwill be the installation with the greatest decrease inenergy consumption for the competition period, July1-31. We can all become part of the solution and turnoff unused lights and equipment, unplug chargers anddevices when not in use, and keep doors and windowsclosed when the A/C is on. Simple acts save watts! Doyour part and help NSA Naples win $50,000. Look formore energy saving tips on www.Facebook.com/NSANaples and in the Panorama.

July 7: ShipShape Weight ManagementProgram BeginsU.S. Naval Hospital Naples will be hosting a new

ShipShape Weight Management Program startingon Monday, July 7 at the Health Promotions confer-ence room on Support Site from 3 to 4 p.m. TheCapodichino program will start on Friday, July 11 atthe Branch Clinic Dental conference room from noonto 1 p.m. Classes will be held weekly at the sametime for both locations. For more information or toregister for the program, please call USNH NaplesHealth Promotions at DSN 629-445 or 081-811-6445.

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Italian News Briefs•• ••

Compiled by Teresa Merola

Florence Opens New Modern Art MuseumFlorence opened its 20th Century Museum, the

newest modern art museum. The museum is housed inan 800 square meter space in a former convent andhospital at Piazza Santa Maria Novella. The collectionincludes 300 paintings by famous Italian artists suchas Giorgio de Chirico, Giorgio Morandi, Lucio Fontanaand Carlo Carra’. The 20th century museum, alongwith a national photography museum and restorationto Florence’s basilica, represents the end of a long com-mitment with a Florence bank for the redevelopment ofthe piazza area, a project that cost over six millioneuros. This weekend the museum will offer free guidedvisits, family workshops and musical entertainment.

Vintage Sailing Boats Coming to NaplesThe Gulf of Naples will host “Le Vele d’Epoca”, the

11th exhibition of the vintage and classic sailing boatsfrom July 2-6. The event will be included in thePanerai Classic Yachts Challenge, an internationalregatta circuit reserved to vintage and classic sail-boats. The entire regatta will take place in the gulf,along the Lungomare of Naples. The program startsWednesday, July 2 with the arrivals of participantsfrom Italy, Ireland, Great Britain, Spain, France andthe United States. The race starts July 3 at 11 a.m. TheItalian navy will be present with some historical boatssuch as Caroly, Corsaro II, Stella Polare and with theMilitary Navy School boat Palinuro with students fromthe Military Navy School “Francesco Morisini,” inVenice. The event is free to attend.

Naples Mediterranean Pride ParadeTomorrow, June 28, Naples Mediterranean Pride

starts at 3 p.m. with a parade including city officialsand some Neapolitan celebrities. The parade startsfrom Piazza Dante and runs through the city center.Participants from around the world submitted photosvia social networks, which will be broadcast on variousplatforms. The Mediterranean Pride of Naples event is

organized by Coordinamento Campania Rainbow andthe City of Naples. It is part of the larger pride wave,Italian National Pride Day, with events in variouscities including Catania, Milan, Perugia, Bologna,Palermo and Venice.

Naples Mayor Mandates City Council to RecordGay MarriagesThe mayor of Naples made obligatory for his admin-

istration to record gay marriages of same-sex coupleswho married abroad. The first gay marriage will beregistered at the city council on Monday. Two othercouples are preparing to register their marriage in thenear future. The mayor, Luigi de Magistris, said thisevent had not only a symbolic value, but also a legalone because it affirms the “the principle of equality indiversity, because diversity is an asset.” However, hisdecision was strongly criticized by Crescenzio Sepe, thearchbishop of Naples who said that he doesn’t haveanything against gay people, but he thinks that Napleshas more urgent measures to implement. For the firsttime in Italy, despite same-sex civil unions not yetbeing allowed in the country, a court recognized a gaymarriage and ordered the city council of Grosseto, inTuscany to register the marriage of a gay couple whomarried in New York in 2012.

Bacoli to Hold Culinary Fair Bacoli will hold the first edition of culinary Phegrean

tradition “Fiera del Sapore Flegreo di Bacoli” fromJune 27-29 from 7 p.m. to midnight in Piazza Alcide deGasperi. This gastronomic event will involve restau-rants, wineries and local activities with entertainmentaccompanied by musical and artistic events. The fairwill allow visitors to enjoy the local traditional cuisineand admire the beautiful views of the area. During thefair, local craftsmen will sell their products from allover Southern Italy. Street artists, jugglers, stilt walk-ers, fire eaters, musicians and Neapolitan singers willgladden the event. Two choice of menus, terra or mare,will be offered in the three-day event.

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A High-Caliber SailorFirearms are a common piece of military

equipment used across all nations. They comein all calibers and are used for training exercis-es and operational assignments. Aboard the 6thFleet command and control ship USS MountWhitney (LCC 20), the responsibility of main-taining these vital weapons reside with theWeapons division, which includes Gunner’sMate 3rd Class Regan N. Carter. Carter, a native of Magnolia, Texas, left for

boot camp in Great Lakes, Ill. as a seamanrecruit, May 28, 2013. Following boot camp shewent to “A” school where she graduated top ofher class and was early promoted to seamanapprentice. Upon arrival to her first command,Mount Whitney, she again earned early promo-tion through the accelerated advancement pro-gram.“I didn’t want to be the person who would have

to depend on my parents; I want to bettermyself, make something of myself,” said Carter.“I always told myself I would never join theNavy. However, after speaking to the recruitersfrom other branches, I decided the Navy wasthe best choice for me.”Carter performs maintenance on small-arms

weapons and 50-caliber machine guns mostdays. Maintenance includes cleaning and con-ducting parts inspections to ensure nothing iscorroded or broken. Carter also takes magazinetemperatures to ensure the ammo is beingstored at the correct temperature.Apart from daily maintenance, Carter is also

one of several Sailors trained to man and firethe mounted weapons if needed.

“I’m from Texas; guns are a common thingthere, so I don’t mind being around and workingon them,” said Carter. “I’m the type of girl whodoesn’t mind getting her hands dirty.”During Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014,

an annual multinational exercise in the BalticSea, the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) RayMabus visited the ship. In preparation forMabus’ visit, Carter made sure these ruggedtools of security were pristine and spotless,which included sanding and painting weaponsand their mounts.“Even though the SECNAV’s visit involved lots

of work and trying to make everything perfect;it was worth having him on the ship,” saidCarter. “I even got to shake his hand and take aphoto with him. It ended up being a great time;I mean not everyone gets to meet the SECNAV.”Carter is eligible to take the E-5 exam in

September and says if she is able to make 2ndclass, she plans on staying in the Navy a bitlonger to capitalize on her success. If she continues a career in the military,

Carter would like to go to Vertical LaunchingSystems (VLS) school, a secondary school forthe gunner’s mate rate, or become an instructorin order to share her experiences. “The Navy has opened my eyes to a life I

thought I would never have,” said Carter.“Things may be rough at times, but when it is Itell myself ‘don’t cry over spilled perfume, itisn’t worth it.’” “The Navy has given me the tools to succeed,

such as education and friendships that couldnever be replaced,” said Carter. “I am extreme-ly grateful for my family and my Navy familyfor all the support they have given me since theday I decided to join the military.”

By MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.,

Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East Det. Europe

Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Regan N. Carter, assigned to the 6th Fleet command and control ship USS MountWhitney (LCC20), performs maintenance on a 50-caliber machine gun during Baltic Operations (BALTOPS)2014, June 7. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritimecapabilities and interoperability, and to support regional stability.(Photo by MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.)

The Navy Standard Integrated PersonnelSystem (NSIPS) is the Navy's single, field-entry, electronic pay and personnel system forall active and Reserve Sailors, but whenNSIPS can't provide the tools or answers need-ed, visit the command pass coordinator (CPC). "CPCs are the link that allows us to work

more efficiently by letting the PersonnelSupport Detachments (PSD) be the back officeservice provider. Members can simply speakwith their CPCs and let them be their repre-sentative to the PSD," said Ann Stewart, direc-tor, Pay and Personnel Management. "Moreand more customer service support will beoffered through NSIPS, such as e-leave. Ourgoal is to be responsive to Sailors' needs,whether through self-service or the effectiveuse of the partnership between the CPC and

PSD."MILPERSMAN article 1000-021 governs the

Command Personnel/Pay AdministrativeSupport System (PASS) Coordinator (CPC)program and includes information on mini-mum requirements for the appointment toCPC.To become a CPC you must be selected by the

commanding officer and should be a PersonnelSpecialist 3rd Class, Yeoman 3rd Class, NavyCounselor 2nd Class or higher; an E-5 or high-er with a minimum of four years of service, ora GS-5 or higher civilian employee. In additionthe candidate must complete CPC training aswell as familiarization with the PSD/CSDbefore assignment as a CPC to ensure dutiesand responsibilities, methods of communica-tion available, and overall CPC expectationsare clearly defined and explained. For additional resources for CPCs, visit

www.npc.navy.mil/support/paypers/cpcre-

By MC3 Christopher Marshall,

Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs

Command Pass Coordinators - yourLink to Live admin Support

Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia is sponsoring an EnergyBiggest Loser competition for installations in the month of July andwe’re all competing for a prize of $50,000. The winner will be theinstallation with the greatest decrease in energy consumption forthe month. The competition begins July 1 and ends July 31.Electrical readings will be taken at the beginning of the month andat the end of the month using the Advanced MeteringInfrastructure (AMI) system, which was installed earlier this year.The readings and updates will be made available to the public viaarticles in this Energy Corner and throughwww.Facebook.com/NSANaples. The winning installation will beannounced Aug. 5. If you have any suggestions on how to reduceenergy and help get ahead in the competition, please contact yourinstallation’s energy office at DSN 626-1895 or 626-4027. The com-petition begins on Tuesday, so start preparing by turning lights offwhen not in use and ensuring you pass the word about turning com-puter monitors and printers off when not in use. Take a look aroundyour buildings and help us come away with the $50,000.

FFSC Tip of the Week: Social Media and Families

With summer break underway, you mightfind it challenging to keep your children occu-pied. There's always the temptation of lettingtechnology filled the void, but technology isn'tthe best babysitter.Kids' online usage increases over the sum-

mer and so does the concern of cyberthreats.Parents play an integral role in their chil-dren's digital lives. It's never too early or toolate to establish media guidelines for yourfamily. Use the below tips to start a conversa-tion with your kids about how to safely surfthe internet.•More children between the ages of two andfive know how to operate a smartphoneapplication than know how to tie theirshoes. To teach smart media habits, usemedia devices together and talk about what

you see, hear, and read.• If you wouldn't let children have an unsu-pervised play date, they aren't ready to beonline by themselves. The skills they bringto the online world are the same ones theyhave in real life. Remind your younger chil-dren that online rules of conducts are thesame as real life rules: if it's not okay to sayto someone's face, it's not okay in cyber-space.

•Even if you choose to use an internet filter,help kids find positive and safe sites online.There are many websites designed specifi-cally for school-age children that incorporatestrong safety features in order to facilitatesafe play free from inappropriate content orcontact. Ensure that any social media sitesyour school-age children does frequent offerflexible parental controls that allow you toset limits on whom they contact and when.

From the Fleet and Family Support Center

In the event of an emergency or toreport a crime, please call theEmergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.

(On-Base Dial 9-1-1)

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Energy ConservationEnergy Biggest Loser CompetitionFrom the NSA Naples Energy Management Team

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

All classes require registration.

• June 30, Federal Employment Process, 1 to 4 p.m., SupportSite FFSC

• June 30: Easy Italian, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Support Site FFSC– Capo Fellowship Hall (4 Sessions)

• July 2, Choices: Managing Your Mood, 2 to 4 p.m., SupportSite FFSC

• July 9, Choices: Managing Your Mood, 2 to 4 p.m., SupportSite FFSC

• July 9, TAP Capstone, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC • July 10, Teen Cooking Class, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC • July 10, Smooth Move, 8 a.m. to noon, All non-Navy personnel

may arrive at 9:30 a.m. Call for details. Registration Required.Support Site FFSC

• July 10, Resume Writing, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 11, Explore Naples: Fuorigrotta Market and

Fairgrounds, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Leaves from Capo – Meetingpoint is at McDonald’s Café next to Naples airport)

• July 11, Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., (appointmentsonly), Support Site FFSC

• July 14 – 18 Transition GPS Workshop: Pre-Separation, 8a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC

• July 14, Cultural Tips, Mon, 9 to 10 a.m., TLA Coffee shop

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.

From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS

Crime Report for June 11 - June 24

NEXCOM Gives $51.9 Million to MWRBy Kristine M. Sturkie, Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs

The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)announced June 18 that its fiscal year 2013 auditedfinancial report showed a $51.9 million contribution toNavy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR). "In addition to providing our customers with quality

goods and services at a savings, NEXCOM's mission isalso to support Navy quality of life programs by con-tributing 70 percent of our profits each year," saidretired Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi, chief executiveofficer at NEXCOM. "This year we gave Navy MWR$51.9 million from our 2013 sales. So, in addition tosaving our customers money when they shop at theNEX, the money they spend also ultimately supportstheir own quality of life."Navy MWR uses the dividends from the NEX in a

variety of ways. Installations receive part of the funds

for specific installation level MWR efforts. The remain-ing funds are used for MWR capital projects to improvefacilities. "Navy MWR provides world-class programs for

Sailors as well as all other service members and theirfamily members, whether stationed ashore ordeployed," said Edward J. Cannon, director,Commander, Navy Installations Command, Fleet andFamily Readiness. “We are able to construct and repairmany of our golf, bowling, youth, and food & beveragefacilities because of the significant contribution provid-ed by the annual NEX dividend. These Sailor-generat-ed dollars allow us to build and operate outstandingrecreation facilities throughout the Navy and therebyenhance the common thread of 'Service to the Fleet'from MWR in partnership with NEX.”NEXCOM operates on the retail fiscal year calendar,

which in 2013 was February 2, 2013 - February 1,2014.

USS Taylor Makes Port Visit in Gaeta

USS Taylor (FFG 50) pulls into the port of Gaeta, June 22, for a scheduled port visit while Harbor SecurityBoat 201 provides security. Sailors from Taylor visited the island of Capri, participated in a communityrelations project and traveled throughout the area during their five-day visit. (Photo by MA1 David W.Brockmeyer)

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By MC1 Adam C. Stapleton,

U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

BALTOPS 2014 Comesto a Close in Germany

Ships from various nations in the Baltic region and the U.S. 6th Fleet command and control shipUSS Mount Whitney begin the underway phase of Baltic Operations 2014, June 9. Baltic Operationsis an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability, and tosupport regional stability. (Photo by MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.)

Capt. Matthew W. Pommer Jr. departs the U.S. Naval HospitalNaples change of command ceremony through sideboys afterCapt. Barth E. Merrill took command, June 18. During the cere-mony Pommer Jr. was presented with the Legion of Merit inrecognition of his accomplishments in command. (Photo by MC3

Luis R. Chavez Jr.)

Forces participating in BalticOperations (BALTOPS) 2014,including the U.S. 6th Fleet com-mand and control ship, USSMount Whitney (LCC20), arrivedin Kiel, Germany, June 20 afterthe successful completion of BAL-TOPS 2014."Coming together for BALTOPS

was like climbing a mountain, wehave come to the top and plantedthe BALTOPS flag," said Brig.Gen. Ola Truedsson, BALTOPSdeputy commander, speaking tothe task force staff just prior topulling into port.BALTOPS is an annual, multi-

national exercise to enhancemaritime capabilities, interoper-ability and support regional sta-bility. This year's BALTOPS, the42nd since 1971's inaugural exer-cise, saw the participation ofnaval forces from 14 countriesincluding Belgium, Den mark,Estonia, Finland, Georgia,Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, TheNetherlands, Norway, Poland,Sweden, the United Kingdom,the United States and NATO."What I can remember of previ-

ous exercises is that it was neveras big and as impressive as it isnow," said Royal Netherlands

Navy Lt. Cmdr. WilliamVandergeest, current operationsplanner for BALTOPS 2014.Vandergeest would know, as

this is marked the fourth time hehas participated in the exercise."Working in an exercise with somany ships from differentnations - I wrote to my wife theother day and told her, 'you knowthis is probably my professionalhighlight'," said Vandergeest.Planning the largest naval

exercise in the Baltic regionbegan in September of last year,leading up to the official kick offin Karlskrona, Sweden; where,following a face-to-face pre mis-sion brief, participating naviesset sail for nearly two weeks ofinteroperability training. Serialized exercise evolutions

culminated with the final tacticalexercise during which the groupdivided into opposing forces totest collaborative responses inkey areas such as command andcontrol, tactical maneuvering,and rules of engagement. "It was a busy two weeks. We

conducted practice boardings ofcooperative merchant shippingwith teams from 4 nations. Weexercised cooperative air defenseagainst, and with, land based tac-tical aircraft from the air forces of3 nations. We came together in

coordinated anti-submarine war-fare with U.S. and partner ships,submarines, helicopters and mar-itime patrol aircraft. We conduct-ed a mine detonation demonstra-tion to drive home the importanceof mine warfare. Finally, we exe-cuted two days of tactical integra-tion in a fictional scenario," saidCommander of BALTOPS 2014Rear Adm. Rick Snyder.Vice Adm. Phil Davidson, 6th

fleet commander, called BAL-TOPS 2014 a complete successand stressed the importance ofthe annual exercise. "This year's exercise was dynam-

ic and challenging, including a fullspectrum of operations - and itwas designed to ensure that, asallies and partners, we are pre-pared to respond where it mat-ters, when it matters. And it mat-ters here in the Baltic," saidDavidson. Although the at sea portion of

the exercise concluded with theforce's arrival in Kiel, exerciseparticipants will convene for aPost-Sail conference uponarrival. This final event providesan opportunity for planners andparticipants to collect feedbackthat will ensure continued suc-cess of the largest, multinationalnaval exercise in the Balticregion.

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"Thank you to the crew of this hospital for staying focused on deliv-ering safe, high-quality patient care," said Pommer Jr., whose nextassignment is in Norfolk as chief of staff for Navy Medicine East. Merrill, who brings a wealth of experience from a variety of previous

assignments, became the 21st commanding officer of U.S. NavalHospital Naples during the ceremony. "We focus on the patients, we take care of patients; that’s our top pri-

ority and it is an honor and a privilege to do that,” said Merrill. Merrill, a native of Washington state, graduated from Pacific

Lutheran University prior to joining the Navy in 1987. After receivinghis commission, Merrill began his medical education at the UniformedServices University of Health Sciences and completed a FamilyPractice internship at Naval Hospital Pensacola. He was awarded hisNaval Flight Surgeon wings after completing a flight surgery tourwhile deployed with the Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 266. In1995, Merrill was chosen as the Navy’s top operational Flight Surgeon.Merrill’s first Family Practice tour was at Naval Hospital Roosevelt

Roads, Puerto Rico, where he served in a variety of capacities beforetaking a position in Washington, D.C. as the Aide to the SurgeonGeneral of the Navy. In 2001, he returned to Washington state, wherehe joined the academic staff of Naval Hospital Bremerton. He has alsoserved on the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74), with the U.S. Army as amentor to the Afghan National Police, and as the executive officer ofU.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay. Most recently, Merrill served asthe commander of Task Force Medical South and commanding officerof the NATO Role 3 Multinational Medical Unit in Kandahar,Afghanistan. Merrill takes over a naval hospital with rich history and tradition.

U.S. Naval Hospital Naples is located north of the city of Naples inGricignano di Aversa. The hospital is contrasted by the ever-presentgaze of an ancient, natural wonder: Mount Vesuvius. The hospitalserves a diverse population of active duty, family members, NATOmembers, retirees and other beneficiaries based on international col-laborations and the status of forces agreement.U.S. Naval Hospital Naples is comprised of the main hospital in

Gricignano, Branch Health Clinic Capodichino, and a detachment atLandstuhl Regional Medical Center, Landstuhl, Germany.

The Career Viewpoint Survey and Studies(CVSS), a new career retention survey, will golive July 1. The survey will allow Sailors to provide feed-

back to Navy leadership to help understandwhy and how Sailors make career decisions andto evaluate the effectiveness of Navy policies.Here are five things Sailors need to know about

the surveys:1. Surveys are voluntary and completely confi-

dential. 2. Surveys are web-based. Sailors are prompt-

ed within their Navy Standard IntegratedPersonnel System (NSIPS) ElectronicService Record (ESR) account and by emailnotification that includes a link to an await-ing survey within their ESR self-serviceaccount. NSIPS ESR self-service accountscan be created at https://NSIPS.nmci.navy.mil. Note - it is recom-mended that commands verify that their

Sailors' NSIPS ESR accounts contain a cur-rent official email address during the check-in process.

3. Sailors will be asked to participate in mile-stone surveys at the following points in theiractive duty service:Enlisted: At 18 months prior to Soft End Active DutyObligated Service (SEAOS)Officers: O1-O3: At 15 months prior to MinimumService Requirement (MSR) or 15 monthsprior to Projected Rotation Date (PRD) ifMSR has expired.O4-O10 and WO1-WO5: At 15 months priorto Projected Rotation Date (PRD).

4. Exit surveys are conducted six monthsbefore an Estimated Date of Loss to theNavy (EDLN) or if there is no EDLN, theexit survey will be available as a self-requested survey within a member's ESR.

5. The Carr Viewpoint Reserve survey will bereleased later.

From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

5 things you need to Know: Career ViewpointSurvey and Studies Goes Live July 1

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Personnel assigned to Public Works Department (PWD) Napleshosted a safety forum on board Naval Support Activity (NSA)Naples, June 5. All local Italian contractors with active Navy construction, repair

or service contracts were invited to attend the forum to discuss theirinternal safety management practices and share lessons learnedfrom their ongoing or completed projects; in an effort to collectivelyreinvigorate the contractor community’s focus on jobsite safety.“Safety and health come first on our job sites; we want to ensure

everyone goes home at the end of the day in the same condition aswhen they arrived that morning,” said Cmdr. Scott King, PWDNaples public works officer. “NSA Naples has an outstanding safetyrecord thanks to the tremendous efforts of our contractors. Buildingon that success is a top priority.”Hull Maintenance Technician 1st Class Justin Beckett, PWD

Naples safety officer, led the forum and discussed topics such as thesafety hierarchy, tools for safety enforcement, written contract doc-uments and clauses, accident prevention plans and more.Some of the written contract documents and clauses state that

each employee is responsible for complying with all safety require-ments, wearing safety equipment, reporting unsafe conditions oractivities, preventing avoidable accidents, and working in a safemanner. No person shall be required or instructed to work in sur-roundings or under conditions that are unsafe or dangerous to his orher health. Contractors shall create and maintain a safety andhealth bulletin board in clear view of workers. “Safety in the workplace ensures we maintain good work perform-

ance and good quality,” said Beckett. “The key takeaway of thisforum is to be able to challenge their workforce on the job sites andmake sure they go home safely.”During the group discussion portion, many of the contractors dis-

cussed the importance of communication to their workforce, regulartraining for required personal protective equipment, weekly safetymeetings and filing mishaps.King stated that local Italian contractors working for Naval

Facilities Engineering Command aboard NSA Naples have reacheda milestone of 686 days without a mishap or incident.As a token of recognition for superior safety performance during

recently completed contracts, King presented Safety throughAwards and Recognition (STAR) Program Award to representativesof JV SKE/Vittadello, Cooperativa Muratori E Cementisti (C.M.C.),La Termica SRL, LOTOS SRL, and COSAP. Other forum attendees were MATI-SUD, CCC and NBOS.“Our Safety Program needs to be collaborative in order to be suc-

cessful,” said King. “Lessons are being learned every day on ourwork-sites. The more we share across the contractor community, thegreater chance we’ll have at maintaining a strong culture of safetyand minimizing risk to our workforce.”

By MC2 Eva-Marie Ramsaran, Naval Facilities Engineering Command – Europe,Africa, Southwest Asia Public Affairs

Public Works DepartmentNaples Hosts Safety Forum

Sailors interested in change, but who want to stay Navy may beinterested in the flexibility and continued benefits that come withReserve affiliation. The Career Navigator offers a streamlined process for Sailors who

are interested in pursuing Reserve Component (RC) opportunities. "There are a few different reserve opportunities available for

Sailors," said Lt. Cmdr. Jenni Reid, Selected Reserve enlisted com-munity manager (ECM). The Selected Reserve (SELRES) consists of drilling reservists and

units. These designated Reservists are available for recall to activeduty status and they serve as the Navy's primary source of imme-diate manpower. SELRES typically fulfill the traditional servicecommitment of one weekend a month and two weeks a year. Thesereservists receive many of the same benefits and may performmany of the same duties as their active duty counterparts.Full-Time Support (FTS) Reservists perform active-duty services

relating to the training and management of the Navy Reserve pro-gram. They may be assigned to shore activities and commands oroperational units. FTS personnel receive the same pay, allowancesand benefits as active-duty members.Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) offers Sailors some reserve affili-

ation perks without the SELRES drill requirements. Sailors in theIRR have to maintain mobilization readiness and must keep theNavy informed of any address changes or conditions that mayaffect their readiness. "Your Career Counselor can assist you with an application to

transition to the RC via Career Navigator. If you receive a SELRESquota, you must select a drill site from the Career ManagementSystem/Interactive Detailing," said Reid. "For Sailors interested inFTS opportunities, contact the active duty ECM responsible for therating for which you have interest. Active-duty ECMs manage bothActive Component and the corresponding FTS rate."For more information, talk to your command career counselor or

visit the Selected Reserve community page atwww.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/enlisted/community/selres/pages/default2.aspx.

From Navy Personnel Command, Public Affairs

reserve affiliation anoption to Stay navy

Several U.S. Navy Reservists got underwayonboard 6th Fleet’s flagship USS MountWhitney (LCC20) to conduct Baltic Operations(BALTOPS) 2014, a multinational maritimeexercise that took place June 6 -21.For three reservists in particular, Cmdr.

William “Russ” Lewis, Electronics Technician1st Class Steven Lamont and Lt. Don Collins,the experience of serving their annual training(AT) duty during BALTOPS 2014 proved aunique and rewarding experience.It was the second BALTOPS exercise that

Lewis, an experienced submariner, had partici-pated in. His first was in 2012 where he servedin the Civil Military Affairs directorate forStrike Force NATO. “Every job is unique,” said Lewis, a Navy

Reservist from Chattanooga, Tenn., who was theSubmarine Syndicate Lead for BALTOPS 2014.“You need to be flexible and figure out where youcan be of the most benefit to that operation.” Lewis served as the liaison to the German

Submarine Operations Authority to manage theundersea warfare aspect of the exercise to helpensure 22 safe and effective training evolutionswere conducted. “As a sub syndicate lead I’m kind of in a plan-

ning role; it’s all about water space manage-ment,” said Lewis. Training events span across the full range of

capabilities beginning with familiarization seri-als before graduating to more complex maneu-vers that involve undersea, surface and airassets practicing location techniques, sonarbuoy drops and acquiring targeting solutions.Behind the scenes, ensuring successful training

evolutions were supported by steady communi-cations was Electronics Technician 1st ClassSteven Lamont, who served as a High FrequencyTransmitter expert for BALTOPS 2014. ForLamont, the exercise was a novel experience. “This is my first time serving aboard a ship,”

said Lamont, a reservist from Greenville, S.C.,whose Navy career spans 16 years. “Overall theexperience of seeing other countries, seeingother ships, pulling up beside them has beengreat.”Lamont, like Lewis, achieved success by

remaining flexible. “When I first arrived on board, I wasn’t really

sure where I would be working or what I wouldbe doing … it wasn’t long before I learned exact-ly where I was needed and started putting myskills to good use,” said Lamont, who works torepair high frequency (HF) transmitters to aidin ship-to-ship communications with the 30

naval vessels participating in BALTOPS. “We’re working on the HF transmitters that

are being used by the different countriesinvolved to stay connected to each other,” saidLamont. “I’ve been having a good time jumpingin and seeing what I can fix while we’re here.”Lamont is not the only Reservist who was

exposed to shipboard life for the first time.“The biggest thing for me was the opportunity

to get on a ship,” said Lt. Don Collins ofKnoxville, Tenn., who serves as AssistantCommunications Officer for the exercise. “In myentire naval career, I have yet to be on a shipuntil now. I’ve wanted the chance to serve onMount Whitney specifically, so I jumped at theopportunity to finally do that.” The force for BALTOPS 2014 consisted of sur-

face, subsurface and aviation assets from 14nations that trained together to enhance inter-operability and collective capabilities. Collinssaid it was the differences among the force thatmade it great.“It is nice to be part of the differences,” said

Collins. “Active and Reserve, 14 differentnations, different specialties – we all bring aunique element to the table. It is our differencesthat foster a new way of doing things; it’s the dif-ferences that make us great.”“When I go on an exercise, I’m all Navy —24

hours a day— whatever it takes,” said Lewis.The three also agreed that part of everyReservist’s duty while serving their AT is repre-senting the Reserves.“I think every time we go on orders, we’re a

walking advertisement … I introduce myself asa Reservist; I’m proud of that,” said Lewis.Not far from a whiteboard where Lamont

drafted a to-do list and was leading the repair ofseveral radios and parts, Lamont echoed Lewis’sentiments and made it a point to showcaseleadership and Navy values to junior enlistedactive-duty Sailors he served with aboardMount Whitney.“If you keep a positive attitude and do a good

job, it’ll be noticed,” said Lamont.The good jobs—the differences—do get noticed

and are a welcome asset. “Reservists fill in gaps of expertise that are not

organic to the staff,” said active duty Capt. KirkWeatherly, BALTOPS 2014 joint operations cen-ter director. “We wouldn’t have wanted to exe-cute BALTOPS without their assistance.” Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual,

multinational exercise with the goal of enhanc-ing maritime capabilities across the full spec-trum of military operations to support stabilityin the Baltic Sea. For more information on BAL-TOPS 2014 visit www.navy.mil/ local/naveur/.

Baltic operations 2014 - ‘it’s thedifferences that Make us Great’By MC1 Adam C. Stapleton

Electronics Technician 1st Class Steven Lamont begins repairs on a high frequency transmitter duringBaltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014, June 15. Petty Officer Lamont is one of several reservists currentlyassigned to Mount Whitney. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual multinational exercise with thegoal of enhancing maritime capabilities, interoperability and supporting regional stability. (Photo by MC1Adam C. Stapleton)

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More than 70 children gatheredat the Support Site swimmingpool on Naval Support Activity(NSA) Naples to participate inThe World’s Largest Swim Lesson(WLSL) with thousands of othersaround the globe in attempt tobreak a Guinness World Record,June 20.The WLSL was designed to be

the largest simultaneous swim-ming lesson conducted worldwideto help spread the word that‘Swimming Lessons Save Lives.’The WLSL was comprised ofwater safety and training organi-zations to raise awareness toteach children to swim to preventdrownings.“Swimming lessons do save

lives,” said Deborah Moors,Morale, Welfare and Recreation(MWR) Aquatics director.“Drowning is the leading cause ofdeath for children age one-to-fourand the second leading cause ofdeath for children age one-to-14.”The hot summer day at the

swimming pool was perfect for theparticipating children; everyonewas ready to get their faces wetwith a confidence builder that hadthem blowing bubbles. Twelvelifeguards had jumped in to helpteach techniques that includedproper pool entry, how to float ontheir back, dive for rings and bobto safety.“We are trying to beat last year’s

record of over 30,000 partici-

pants,” said Moors. ”We are hop-ing for 40,000 participants world-wide.”Catherine Hayres attended the

event with her daughter Natasha. “Natasha loved to swim already

and thought it would be fun tohelp set a record around the worldwith other people in the pool,”Hayres said. “It sounded veryexciting.”Moors said this is one event in a

series that is used to promotewater safety, fitness, and fun forthe family during the summer sea-son. MWR Aquatics promotedwater safety with an outreachevent for more than 800 childrenat Naples Elementary School(NES) in May before the swim-ming season started. The programtaught kindergarten to sixth grade

children about dangers within bod-ies of water and promoted healthyand safe swimming patterns. “We held the Summer Safety

Splash Bash with MWR ChildYouth Programs via a grant fromthe Michael Phelps Organization,”said Moors. “People could learnnot just how to stay safe in thewater, but how to stay hydrated,how to reduce the risk of skin can-cer, and how to keep yourself safein the sun and in the water.”Anyone seeking swim lessons

may attend classes at the SupportSite or Carney Park pool. Privatelessons may be requested at theSupport Site and group lessonsare offered at both locations. Leadlifeguards working the front deskat either location can answerquestions.

It’s All About Sink or Swim:A Guinness World Record AttemptBy MC3 Robert S. PriceNavy Public Affairs Support Element –East Detachment Europe

Children learn how to float in water from lifeguards at the Support Site swimming pool, June 20, duringan attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the World's Largest Swim Lesson. More than 70 chil-dren participated in the Guinness World Record attempt that took place simultaneously in 10 countriesand over 30 U.S. states and territories. (Photos by MC3 Robert S. Price)

Children gain confidence in the water by learning how to "BlowBubbles" from their lifeguard the Support Site swimming pool, June20, during an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for theWorld's Largest Swim Lesson.

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In the event of anemergency or to reporta crime, please call theEmergency Dispatch

Center at 081-568-4911

or 5911.

(On-Base Dial 9-1-1)

Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other thanan active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit withineight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approvalfor entry into the country. All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature

is required at the time of application. NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO

ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT.As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO

EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the SojournerPermit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Armyand Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at theJFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L.Contact Tiziana Petrarca, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 for

more information.

Obtaining your Sojourner Permit

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Practiceyour vocabulary. Find the Italian words.

CHE ORE SONO? /

What time is it?

GIORNO / Day

IN ORARIO / On time

IN RITARDO/ Late

MINUTO / Minute

ORA / Hour

OROLOGIO / Clock

QUANDO / When

SECONDO / Second

SETTIMANA / Week

Answer to last week’s puzzle

COQ+++++++++++++HIU+++++++++++++ERA+++++++O+++++OAN++++++D++++++RRD+++++N+++++O+EOOI+++O+++++R+TSN++S+C+++++AU+ROI+E+E+++++NGIORNOT+S++++I+T++++OT+++++M+A++++++I++++++R+++++++M+++++DOIGOLOROA++++O+++++++++N++++++++++++++A++++

ASPIRINA / AspirinCAPSULA / CapsuleDOLORE / PainMAL DI GOLA / Sore throatMAL DI TESTA / Headache

MEDICINA / MedicinePASTIGLIA / TabletPILLOLA / PillRAFFREDDORE / ColdSCIROPPO / Syrup

Alla farmacia / At the pharmacy

You may have a drinkingproblem if you...• Feel guilty or ashamed

about your drinking• Lie to others about alcohol

use and/or hide your drink-ing habits

• Have friends or family mem-bers who are worried aboutyour drinking

• Need to drink in order torelax or de-stress or feel bet-ter

• “Black out” or forget whatyou did while you weredrinking

• Regularly drink more thanyou intend

• Repeatedly neglect yourresponsibilities at home,work, or school because ofdrinking

• Use alcohol in situationswhere it’s physically danger-ous, such as drinking anddriving, operating machin-ery while intoxicated, ormixing alcohol with pre-scription medication againstdoctor’s orders

• Experience repeated legalproblems on account of yourdrinking. (DUI, drunk anddisorderly conduct)

• Continue to drink eventhough your alcohol use iscausing problems in yourrelationships

If you said “yes” to one ormore of the above, you may beabusing alcohol. If you thinkyou have a drinking problem,please contact Department ofDefense medical personnel,chaplain, Drug and AlcoholProgram Advisor (DAPA),Fleet and Family SupportCenter counselors, Navy alco-hol and drug counselors, orCO, XO, OIC or CMDCM/COB(Chief of the Boat).

Tips for cutting back on alco-hol:• Keep track of how much you

drink

By Navy and

Marine Corps Public Health Center

Do You Drink Too Much?• Write a list of reasons why

you want to cut back onalcohol use

• Count and measure yourdrinks accurately usingstandard measurements.

• Set a limit on the number oftimes per day or days perweek you will drink

• Get support from friendsand family to help youreduce drinking

• Talk to a professional if youhave difficulty cutting backor quitting alcohol

• Pace yourself, sip slowlyand ensure you drink nomore than one standarddrink/hour (See standardsabove)

• Eat food while drinking;this will allow the alcohol to

be absorbed by your body ata slower rate

• Find alternatives to drink-ing: healthy activities, hob-bies or socializing with non-drinkers

• Identify and avoid triggerssuch as people, places orthings that contribute toyour alcohol use

• Develop a plan to deal withurges; talk to someone thatis encouraging and motivat-ing

To learn how Navy andMarine Corps Public HealthCenter programs can helpkeep you fit for service andimprove your overall health,visit http://www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcphc/ health-pro-motion/Pages/default.aspx.

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ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continuedPROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesdayfrom 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for worship and bibleStudy. Stay up-to-date with current events at our Facebook page PWOCNaples or contact us at pwocparticipation@gmail.com to be on our email dis-tribution.

THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meetsevery month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a mom's night out and fieldtrips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond. Interested? Consideringhomeschooling? For more information, please contact Tirzah Aiken attirzahaiken@gmail.com.

USNH NAPLES OFFERS TOBACCO CESSATION COUNSELING.Tired of being controlled by tobacco? We can help you quit! Individual ses-sions are available to active duty members and their dependents in theHealth Promotions department at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples. To make anappointment, please call DSN 629-6445 or 081-811-6445, or emailnapleshealthpromotions@med.navy.mil. For more information, visit us atthe hospital's Public Health front desk, located in the main Atrium on the1st floor.

BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscout-troop007naples.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on andoff base in the Naples area. For more information, please call 339-267-7075or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/countries/italy.htm.

NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilitieswanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m.Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and developmentwill be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall orco-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk orandrew.bohnsack@gmail.com.

NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyoneinterested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int.

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.

WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC) OVERSEAS PROGRAM isoffered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpar-tum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the pro-gram. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutri-tious supplemental foods. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962.

THE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIA-TION meets twice a month to discuss upcoming community outreachopportunities and charity events. For more information, contact MA2Aaron Kurschner at DSN 626-2871 or ABH2 Brent Paucke at DSN 626-5382.

NAPOLI NATION FAN CLUB is a group that helps community membersattend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and pro-vides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefitsinclude SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nationfunctions. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE takes placeSaturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is:Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For more information, please con-tact Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com.

CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newbornto pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club eventsinclude monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups,craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club.

CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the SupportSite Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care pro-vided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mailcwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women ofthe Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy.

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples ToastmastersClub meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are heldat the 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 forthe 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders.Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

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

THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERNITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representingthe interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If youare not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. everyMonday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop byfrom 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcockat laura.poodle@ gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS TheUniversity of Oklahoma offers the Master of Human Relations on-site grad-uate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and oneweekend. For more information, contact the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 orvisit the office at Capodichino in the Admin 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.

LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For moreinfo, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327,or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the NaplesArea Nurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses thatwork together 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.

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

SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an eventoff base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 ormore personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearinguniforms. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the divi-

TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION, PG-13, Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Brenton Thwaites, Nicola

Peltz, Stanley Tucci, Jack Reynor. Action/Adventure,157 min. As humanity picks up the pieces, followingthe conclusion of "Transformers: Dark of the Moon,"Autobots and Decepticons have all but vanished fromthe face of the planet. However, a group of powerful,ingenious businessman and scientists attempt tolearn from past Transformer incursions and push theboundaries of technology beyond what they can con-trol - all while an ancient, powerful Transformer men-ace sets Earth in his cross-hairs.

AMILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST, R, Cast:Amanda Seyfried, Liam Neeson, Charlize Theron,

Seth MacFarlane, Giovanni Ribisi. Comedy, 116 min.After cowardly Albert backs out of a gunfight becausehe's never fired his gun, his fickle girlfriend leaveshim for another man -- the proprietor of the town'sforemost moustache emporium. When he accidentallysaves the life of a mysterious and beautiful woman,she helps him find his courage and learn to stand upfor himself. But when her husband, a notorious out-law, arrives seeking revenge the sheep farmer musttriumph over all of the hilariously awful dangers ofthe old west in order to save her

JERSEY BOYS, R, Cast: Christopher Walken,Vincent Piazza, Freya Tingley, Francesca Eastwood,

Kathrine Narducci. Drama, 134 min. The film tellsthe story of four young men from the wrong side of thetracks in New Jersey who came together to form theiconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons. The storyof their trials and triumphs are accompanied by thesongs that influenced a generation, including"Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like a Man,""Dawn," "Rag Doll," "Bye Bye Baby," "Who Loves You,"and many more.

MALEFICENT, PG, Cast: Angelina Jolie, ElleFanning, Juno Temple, Lesley Manville, Sam

Riley. Action/Adventure, 98 min. The untold story ofDisney's most iconic villain from the 1959 classic"Sleeping Beauty." A beautiful, pure-hearted youngwoman with stunning black wings, Maleficent has anidyllic life growing up in a peaceable forest kingdom,until one day when an invading army of humansthreatens the harmony of the land. Maleficent rises tobe the land's fiercest protector, but she ultimately suf-fers a ruthless betrayal - an act that begins to turn herpure heart to stone. Bent on revenge, Maleficent facesan epic battle with the king of the humans and, as aresult, places a curse upon his newborn infant Aurora.As the child grows, Maleficent realizes that Auroraholds the key to peace in the kingdom - and toMaleficent's true happiness as well.

BLENDED, PG-13, Cast: Adam Sandler, DrewBerrymore, Joel McHale, Bella Throne, Terry

Vrews. Comedy, 117 min. After a disastrous blinddate, single parents Lauren and Jim agree on only onething: they never want to see each other again. Butwhen they each sign up separately for a fabulous fam-ily vacation with their kids, they're all stuck sharinga suite at a luxurious African safari resort for a week

22 JUMP STREET, R, Cast: Channing Tatum, JonahHill, Ice Cube, Dave Franco, Nick Offerman. Comedy,112 min. After making their way through high school

(twice), big changes are in store for officers Schmidtand Jenko when they go deep undercover at a localcollege. But when Jenko meets a kindred spirit on thefootball team, and Schmidt infiltrates the bohemianart major scene, they begin to question their partner-ship. Now they don't have to just crack the case - theyhave to figure out if they can have a mature relation-ship. If these two overgrown adolescents can growfrom freshmen into real men, college might be the bestthing that ever happened to them.

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2, PG, Cast: JayBaruchel, Gerard Butler, Kit Harington, Cate

Blanchett, Djimon Honsou. Animation, 105 min. It'sbeen five years since Hiccup and Toothless successful-ly united dragons and Vikings on the island of Berk.While Astrid, Snoutlout and the rest of the gang arechallenging each other to dragon races (the island'snew favorite contact sport), the now inseparable pairjourney through the skies, charting unmapped terri-tories and exploring new worlds. When one of theiradventures leads to the discovery of a secret ice cavethat is home to hundreds of new wild dragons and themysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find them-selves at the center of a battle to protect the peace.Now, Hiccup and Toothless must unite to stand up forwhat they believe while recognizing that only togeth-er do they have the power to change the future of bothmen and dragons.

MILLION DOLLAR ARM, PG, Cast: Jon Hamm,Bill Paxton, Lake Bell, Suraj Sharma, Aasif

Mandvi. Drama, 124 min. In a last ditch effort to savehis career as a sports agent, JB Bernstein concocts ascheme to find baseball's next great pitcher. Hoping tofind a young cricket pitcher he can turn into a majorleague baseball star, JB travels to India to produce areality show competition called "Million Dollar Arm."He discovers Dinesh and Rinku, two 18-year-old boyswho have no idea about playing baseball, yet have aknack for throwing a fastball. As the boys learn thefiner points of baseball - JB, with the help of hischarming friend Brenda (Lake Bell) - learns valuablelife lessons about teamwork, commitment and what itmeans to be a family.

NEIGHBORS, R, Cast: Zac Efron, Dave Franco,Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Jake Johnson. Comedy, 97

min. A comedy about a young couple suffering fromarrested development who are forced to live next to afraternity house after the birth of their newborn baby.

EARTH TO ECHO, PG, Cast: Teo Halm, Brian'Astro' Bradley, Reese Hartwig, Ella Linnea

Wahlestedt, Jason Gray-Stanford. Action/Adventure,91 min. Tuck, Munch and Alex are a trio of insepara-ble friends whose lives are about to change. Theirneighborhood is being destroyed by a highway con-struction project that is forcing their families to moveaway. But just two days before they must part ways,the boys begin receiving a strange series of signals ontheir phones. Convinced something bigger is going on,they team up with another school friend, Emma, andset out to look for the source of their phone signals.What they discover is something beyond their wildestimaginations: a small alien who has become strandedon Earth. In need of their help, the four friends cometogether to protect the alien and help him find his wayhome. This journey, full of wonder and adventure, istheir story, and their secret.

If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate,call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at 001-877-995-5247.

Friday, June 27 4:30 p.m.Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 (3D)Premiere Showing

5 p.m. Maleficent, PG7:45 p.m.Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13, 8:30 p.m.Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 (3D)

Saturday, June 283 p.m. Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 (3D)4 p.m. Maleficent, PG6 p.m. How to Train Your Dragon 2, PG7 p.m. Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-138:30 p.m.A Million Ways to die in the

West, R, Premiere Showing

Sunday, June 293 p.m. Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 4 p.m. How to Train Your Dragon 2, PG6:45 p.m.Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 (3D)7 p.m. A Million Ways to die in the

West, R

Monday, June 30 Closed, No Movies

Tuesday, July 1Closed, No Movies

Wednesday, July 24:30 p.m.Blended, PG-136 p.m. Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 7 p.m. Neighbors, R, Last Showing

Thursday, July 34:30 p.m.Maleficent, PG 6 p.m. Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 (3D) 7 p.m. A Million Ways to die in the

West, R

Friday, July 4, Holiday Hours3 p.m. Earth to Echo, PG,

Premiere Showing4 p.m. How to Train Your Dragon 2, PG5 p.m. Transformers: Age of

Extinction, PG-13 7:30 p.m.A Million Ways to die in the

West, R8:30 p.m.22 Jump Street, R,

Premiere Showing

Movie Descriptions No Children Under 10

Admitted to R-Rated Movies

MMOREORE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……

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

www.uso.it

WEEKEND TOURS

USO DAILY TOURS

July 19-20Weekend Under the Tuscan Sun . . . .€169

July 29-Aug 5The Greek Island of Zakynthos . . . . .€734

Aug 29-Sept. 1Labor day on the French Riviera . . .€497

Sept. 25-28Oktoberfest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€575

Oct. 10-23Columbus Day in Paris . . . . . . . . . . .TBA

TOURS OPEN TO BOTH U.S. MILITARy

AND NATO I.D. CARD HOLDERS

June 27 Monthly Special ........................€10June 27 Wine and Dine in a Cave.........€47June 28 Minicruise of the Amalfi Coast €59June 28 The Buried Ruins of

Herculaneum (by night)...........€48June 29 The Island of Capri...................€55July 4 A Day at the Negombo SPA ....€79July 4 Rafting Adventure ....................€53

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In the SpotlightHN DANIEL CLEMENT Hospitalman Daniel Clement wasborn in North Carolina, but hasspent most of his time growing upin Augusta, Georgia. Clement joinedthe Navy in February 2012 in hopesof completing his bachelor’s degreeand traveling overseas. Upon com-pleting Pharmacy Technician ‘C’School, he arrived in Naples inMarch 2013. He is always lookingfor new ways to challenge himself.He recently completed themarathon in Rome and is lookingforward to participating in theAthens marathon as well. He enjoys the multiple opportuni-ties the hospital gives to travelthroughout Europe. During hisspare time, Clement enjoys learningnew pieces of music on his guitar orpiano, recording music, and photography. “The Navy has givenme so much and I am so glad thatI’ve been able to experience themagnificent European architecture,food and culture while being stationed in Naples. I can’t wait tosee where the Navy takes me next.”Clement currently oversees all supply operations for the Pharmacydepartment.

CAPT RICHARD KNITTIG In 1990 by happenstance, Capt.Richard Knittig engaged a Navymedical recruiter in an entrancelobby of a university medical center. He became enthralled with military medicine and theonce-in-a-lifetime opportunity toserve. Knittig joined the U.S. Navyand has been delivering compas-sionate healthcare for 21 yearsacross the globe.An aerospace medicine and obstetrician / gynecologic physician by training, Knittigrecently reported for his secondtour to U.S. Navy Hospital Naplesas obstetrician after serving asOfficer in Charge of the U.S. NavalBranch Health Clinic in Bahrain.Knittig stresses that the ability ofcaregivers to contribute to the individual needs of the patient areparamount. "Because we live in aworld where technology is a domi-nant force, it is more importantthan ever that medical innovationbe paired with patient centeredcare. This marriage is most clearlymanifested in military medicineand the U.S Naval HospitalNaples." Knittig and his familyenjoy Italy and are grateful to beback among so many friends.

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A Glimpse Around the Fleet

Gunner's Mate Seaman Terrance Neal-Williams mans a Mark 38 25 mm machine gun console onthe bridge of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), June 24. Vella Gulfis conducting operations with partners and allies in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (Photo byMC3 Edward Guttierrez III)

The guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) fires its MK 45 5-inch gun during a live-fire exercise, June 22. Sampson is en route to Hawaii for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2014. Twenty-threenations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are partici-pating in the biennial RIMPAC exercise from June 26 to Aug. 1. (Photo by MC3 Conor Minto)

Members of SEAL Team 18 perform a demonstration at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek for the 2014Navy Employer Recognition Event, June 20. Selected employers were nominated by their Navy ReserveSailor employees and invited to attend the one day event that included tours of Navy ExpeditionaryCombat Command, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), a static display of aircraft and a demonstration by SEALTeam 18. (Photo by MCSA Theodore Quintana)

To find out what positions are current-ly open, please contact our front desk atDSN 626-5409 or commercial 081-568-5409. Copies of vacancy announce-ments will be posted at the HumanResources Office, located in the AdminI building at Capodichino, first floor.The customer service hours areMonday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to3 p.m. The Fleet and Family SupportCenter (FFSC) at Support Site will alsohave vacancy announcements and theycan be easily viewed the HRO Website: http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreuraf-swa/about/Jobs.html

Applications are accepted at theSecurity Pass and ID Office atCapodichino, or at the HRO, located inAdmin 1, Capodichino, or by mailing to:HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622,or at Fleet and Family Service Center(FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, atSupport Site. HRO must receive mailedapplications by closing date of thevacancy announcement.

PLEASE NOTE: Customer serviceoperation hours for the following HROservices are Monday, Wednesday andFriday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from1 p.m. to 3 p.m.:• ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2)• Requests for an Official Passport(DD1056)

• Logistical Support Letters

Advisor, GS-0301-13, EUR14-851432-EG, Full Time Per -manent

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS

No Vacancies

If you have any questions, con-tact the front desk at 081-568-5409. You will be contacted with-in 24 hours, so please be sure toprovide your contact informa-tion. Thank you and we appreci-ate your input, whether negativeor positive so that we can findways to improve the HRO servic-es or continue to provide excellentservice. As a reminder, an HROrepresentative is available for thebi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at theSupport Site food court area.Please feel free to come by, pickup a copy of a vacancy announce-ment that you may be interestedin applying for, or ask questions.If the HRO representative isunable to provide you a response,he or she will bring the questionback to the HRO office and youwill be provided an answer or acall back the same day. The next"Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m.June 30.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND(NAF) POSITIONS

Fleet & Family Readiness NAFLocal Naples job announcementswithin CNREURAFSWA may beviewed at: www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreuraf-swa/about/jobs.html.The necessary application formsare also available online. For anyquestions you have, you mayreach us at 081-568-4164/2505/5612. The applica-tions may be emailed toCNREURAFSWA_NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy.mil.

NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS, MWR OPENCONTINUOUS POSITIONS

Education Aid/Technician,CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-005,(Mul tiple Positions) regular fulltime (Eligible for Post Allow -ance) part time & flexible, ChildDevelopment Centers, SchoolAge Care, Youth Programs, TeenCenter and Youth Sports Capo -dichino/Support Site. Providesappropriate developmental careand instruction for children andyouth ranging in age from sixweeks to eighteen years in aChild and Youth Program settingPerforms routine, day-to-daycare of infants and childrenranging from 6weeks to 5 yearsold. Assembles of gathers materi-als and equipment necessary toexecute School Age Care for chil-dren ranging from 6 years old to9 years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from10 years old to 12 years old, TeenCenter Program for childrenranging form 13 years old to 18years old. Receives and releaseschildren to/from authorized par-ents, guidance.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01ANN#13-128, flexible, BowlingCenter, Support Site. Providesoversight of activities and neces-sary services to authorizedpatrons.Food Service Worker, NA-7408-04, ANN#13-126 flexible,Bowling Center, Support Site.Performs a variety of tasks suchas grilling or frying pancakes,hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon,eggs, sausage, by watching whilethe items are cooking, turning asrequired; regulating tempera-ture and removing when done.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#14-022, flexible, MWRLiberty Division, Naples, Italy.

U.S. POSITIONSNOTE: CONUS hires currentlyresiding in the Naples/Gaetacommuting areas must applythrough USAJOBS in order toreceive consideration.

CLOSING DATE JULY 3Program Analyst, GS-0343-09,ANN#EUR14-856569-EG, FullTime PermanentQuality Assurance Specialist(Shipbuilding), GS-1910-12,ANN#EUR14-856455-KB, FullTime PermanentManagement Analyst (Man -power/Manning), GS-0343-12,ANN# EUR-856447-KB, FullTime PermanentIT Specialist (SYSANALY-SIS/CUSTSPT), GS-2210-12,ANN#EUR-856453-KB, FullTime PermanentEngineering Technician(Electrical), GS-0802-12,ANN#EUR14-859506-KB, FullTime PermanentHuman Resources Assistant(O/A), GS-0203-04 (Multiplepositions), ANN#EUR14-861-519-KB, Full Time Temporary Civil Engineer (Structural),GS-0810-13, ANN#EUR14-852-601-AV, Full Time PermanentSupervisory General En -gineer, GS-08XX-13, ANN#EUR14-836359-AV, Full TimePermanentSupervisory Interdiscipli -nary Engineer, GS-0801/0808-14, ANN#EUR14-856386-AV,Full Time PermanentSupervisory Contract Spe -cialist, GS-1102-14, ANN#EUR14-848454-AV, Full TimePermanentPurchasing Agent, GS-1105-05KPP GS-06/07/08/09, ANN#EUR14-849533-EG, Full TimePermanenAdministrative Support Spe -cialist, GS-0301-09, ANN#EUR14-824634-AG-R1, FullTime Permanent

CLOSING DATE JULY 10Firefighter, (BASIC LIFESUPP /HAZ MAT TECH), GS-0081-07, ANN#EUR14-851341-AG, Full Time Temporary

CANCELLEDPhysical Security Specialist,GS-0080-13, ANN#EUR14-832-369-KB, Full Time PermanentStrategic Communications

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE

GRICIGNANO MAIN STOREAnn#140000A9 Store Work -er/CL/NA-02/Flex - Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $10.34. Per -forms various duties includingloading/unloading merchandise,verifying type and quantities;prepares merchandise for stock-ing and stocks shelves; assists inconducting periodic inventories;assists customers; prepares mer-chandise and sets up displays inthe furniture department. Ann#14000014 Cashier Che -cker/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open Un t -il Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Associates engaged in the opera-tion of cash registers to recordsales in retail checkout areas. Ann#14000015 Sales Clerk/HL/NF-01/Flex – One Vacancy.Open Until Filled. Pay Rate:$8.00-$9.50. Responsible for sell-ing general merchandise to cus-tomers and ensuring merchan-dise is properly stocked and dis-played for the Elec tronics,Housewares, Dome stics,Furniture, and Gifts depart-ments.Ann#14000019 Sales Clerk/SL/NF-01/Flex part time- OpenUntil Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for sellinggeneral merchandise to cus-tomers and ensuring merchan-dise is properly stocked and dis-played for the Jewelry, Mens,Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Hand -bags, and Children’s depart-ments.Ann#14000013 Sales Clerk/CL/NF-01/Flex – Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling generalmerchandise to customers andensuring merchandise is proper-ly stocked and displayed for theCosmetics, Health & Per sonalCare, Sporting Goods, Garden,Christmas Shop, Pets, andCough and Cold departments.Ann#1400029V SecurityGuard/52/NF-01/Flex - OpenUntil Filled. Pay Rate: $9.00-$11.00. Ensures enforcement ofsecurity measures; conductsinspections; prepares reportsconcerning security related inci-dents, etc. Ann#1400022V CustomerService Clerk/CS/NF-02/ FLEX

- One Vacancy. Pay Rate: $9.00 -$11.00. Performs a variety ofcustomer service duties includ-ing special orders, foreign cur-rency exchange, Western Union,merchandise returns, gas sales,layaways, etc.

GRICIGNANO MINIMARTAnn#140001KG Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/ Flex – Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling generalmerchandise to customers andensuring merchandise is proper-ly stocked and available.

CAPODICHINO NEXMARTAnn#140001HE Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/ Flex – Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling generalmerchandise to customers andensuring merchandise is proper-ly stocked and available.

LATINA MINIMARTAnn#140002 PG Retail An nexOperator/MM/NF-02/RFT. PayRate: $9.00-12.00 Serves asOperator in charge of retail out-let located a significant distancefrom an Exchange, with respon-sibility for selling a variety oftechnical items (uniforms, auto-motive parts, electronics, etc.)

ROME EMBASSY MINIMARTAnn#140002J5 Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/Seasonal Flex – OneVacancy. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50Responsible for selling generalmerchandise to customers andensuring merchandise is proper-ly stocked and available.

COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENTProtestant Coordinator of

Religious EducationThe Naples ReligiousMinistry Team has a paid serv-ice contract of ProtestantCoordinator of ReligiousEducation that will becomeavailable as Oct. 1. A detailedStatement of Work is availableat both the Support Site andCapodichino chaplains' offices.Resumes need to be turned in nolater than Friday, Aug 1. Formore information, please contactthe DSN 629-4600 or 626-3539.

Jobs•• ••

Employee helps customers inthe recreation center with recre-ational event. Education Technician (Lead -er), CY-1702-II, ANN# 14-051Multiple Positions, regular fulltime, (Eligible for PostAllowance) Fleet and FamilyReadiness Program, CYP Div -ision, CDC Capo & Support Site.The purpose of the CY ProgramLeader (CYP) is to provideappropriate development careand instruction for children andyouth ranging in age from 6weeks to 18 years in one or moreCY programs. This includes theprovision of guidance, assis-tance, and mentoring for the CYProgram Assistants. Closingdate: Open Until Filled.Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN#14-084 (Multiple positions)temporary flexible (SeasonalEmployment) Aquatics Div ision,Carney Park/Support Site. JobSummary: Works as instructor,safeguards and super visesswimmers and bathers in poolarea. Closing date: Open UntilFilled.Information TechnologySpecialist, NF-2210-04, ANN#14-055R, regular full time,(Eligible for Post Allowance)MWR, Administration Division,Naples, Italy. The incumbentmanages the local MWR NAF ITHelp Desk and works closelywith vendors NCTS, ISD andother DON entities to procure,implement, integrate, operate,maintain, and support all NAFResale/Retail InformationSystem hardware and softwareused in support of Food andBeverage, Child and Youth,Recreational and Fitness dep -artments within MWR NSANaples. First cut-off date: June27. Closing date: July 11. Education Technician (CYPLeader), CY-1702-II, ANN#14-120, regular full time, Fleet andFamily Readiness Program,Teen Center, Naples, Italy. Thepurpose of the CY ProgramLeader (CYP) is to provideappropriate development careand instruction for children andyouth ranging in age from 6weeks to 18 years in one or moreCY programs. This includes theprovision of guidance, assis-tance, and mentoring for the CYProgram Assistants. Closingdate: June 27. Area ofConsideration: Current CYPemployees only.CYP Operation Clerk, NF-0303-02, ANN#14-121, regularfull time, Fleet and FamilyReadiness Program, CDC Capo/Support Site, Naples, Italy. Thepurpose of this CY ProgramOperations Clerk is to serve as acontact point for informationand perform clerical and admin-istrative tasks in support of theCYP, Which includes ChildDevelopment Centers (CDCs),Child Development Homes(CDH), School Age Care (SAC)programs. Closing date: July 4.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Gricignano, Building 2091-BCall 081-813-5252/5253/5254

or DSN 629-4774Hours: Monday through

Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacan-cies and the on-line application,please visit our website at:https://www.NavyExchange.jobs. To assist your job search godirectly to the location field, openthe drop down menu and clickon Italy, then click on the ‘Searchfor Jobs’ button. You will see allthe jobs in Italy (mostly Naplesarea); please ensure you are notapplying for a position located inSigonella (Sicily). Call the num-bers above for assistance.

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