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Using Medical Home Port

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COMNAVACT Spain's Civilians of the Year

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USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1) arrived in Rota, Spain, Jan. 5, 2015, for a scheduled port visit.

This is Spearhead’s first port visit since it began a scheduled deployment from Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, Virginia, Dec. 28, 2014.

"The embarked military and civil service mariners aboard USNS Spearhead look forward to our first port visit in Rota, Spain,” said Cmdr. Matthew Flemming, Africa Partnership Station Detachment commander. “Here we will be able to conduct training, refuel and resupply the ship which will allow us to conduct this very important 6th Fleet mission, Africa Partnership Station 2015."

Spearhead is in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations (AOO) to assist in U.S. and partner nation maritime law enforcement interoperability and to support partner na-tion capacity building during its deployment in support of Africa Partnership Station.

Africa Partnership Station is an international security cooperation initiative aimed at strengthening maritime interoperability between the U.S. and coastal African partner nations in order to strengthen oceangoing safety and security in the region.

USNS Spearhead Arrives in Rota, Kicks off Africa Partnership Station

The men and women of the 725th Air Mobility Squadron (AMS) are no strangers to meeting challenges with innovation and adaptability.

The 725 AMS faces unique challenges as a tenant unit at Naval Station Rota, Spain; a Spanish controlled base with the United States Navy as the lead American service. The operating environment is a diverse mixture of joint and coalition partners performing operations from a single runway airfield with no organic fly-ing mission. Successful execution of the mission requires teamwork and innovation from the assigned personnel.

One obstacle tackled by members of the 725 AMS team aboard NAVSTA Rota was their response to a U.S. Navy man-date for a new airfield fire extinguishing system, which took effect Jan. 1, 2014. In this directive, the legacy suppression system, Halon 1211, was replaced by a dry powder fire-extinguishing agent, Potassium Bicarbonate (PKP), for its reduced environmental impact.

While this new fire agent is an eco-friendly alternative to Halon, it can be devastating to metals and alloys found on aircraft. The new agent requires im-mediate cleanup within six hours of use to

prevent severe corrosive effects.As the airfield transitioned to PKP as

the primary fire-extinguishing agent on the ground, the 725 AMS became re-sponsible for the cleanup of Air Mobility Command (AMC) aircraft exposed to the corrosive fire agent.

Master Sgts. Eddie Ybarra and Gregory Mitchell, 725 AMS production superinten-dents, recognized the need to establish a quick reaction checklist, training guide, clean up kit, and list of personal protective equipment (PPE) to meet the stringent safety requirements associated with PKP.

In doing so, they recognized the list of required equipment could not be dis-patched in an emergency. They then devised an innovative method to ensure a rapid reaction could be consistently executed in these high-pressure situa-tions. They created an asset capable of housing all equipment, PPE, and associ-ated resources necessary for cleanup and capable of dispatch within 15 minutes to anywhere on the airfield.

Ybarra and Mitchell teamed with the 725 AMS Aerospace Ground Equipment flight to modify an asset scheduled for Defense Reutilization Management Of-fice turn in. The response trailer is built on the chassis of an A/M-32A-86 ground power unit, commonly found throughout

the Air Force and used to deliver power for aircraft electrical systems. This asset was specifically selected for its inherent lightweight, durability, and national stock number supportability to be transformed into a low cost, repairable asset with a high level of sustainability.

The 725 AMS capitalized on a previous innovation where the AGE flight devel-oped an organic welding capability, a skill normally found only in fabrication flights. The team, under the direction of Staff

Powered by Innovation: 725 AMS Creates Cleanup Response Trailer

Master Sgt. Gregory Mitchell, left, and Staff Sgt. Gregory Lyon stand beside the new fully equipped response cleanup response trailer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jason E. Willis)

By Capt Christopher M. sweeney

725th Air Mobility SquAdron

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The joint high-speed vessel USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1) arrives in Rota, Spain for a scheduled port visit Jan. 6 Spearhead is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the international collaborative capacity-building program Africa Partnership Station. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Wamack/Released)

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The Coastline is back in business!Welcome Back Naval Station Rota! Happy New Year and, to

our Spanish friends, Happy Three Kings! I trust that everyone had a wonderful and relaxing holiday break spending time with

family and friends. Hopefully you took advantage of the opportunity to travel and experience all that Spain, the Iberian Peninsula, and Europe had to offer. My family and I were able to visit the beautiful city of Bar-celona - a place that I recommend everyone visits for a few days.

I also hope that everybody has come back re-energized for 2015, which is already off to a busy start. We just finished showing off the base to our new 6th Fleet Commander, Vice Adm. James Foggo, as well as

Rear Adm. James McNeal, Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command Global Logistics Support. Both were impressed with everything that is happening here and commented on the incred-ible teamwork between the tenant commands.

When people talk about the New Year, many also speak about New Year’s resolutions and re-dedicating ourselves to a number of things - being better parents, spouses, friends, and co-workers, improving our physical readiness through a healthy diet and regular fitness, or improving ourselves through education by earning a degree (associate, bachelor, or masters). This year will be exciting, busy, fulfilling, but also stressful. We all need to find that right balance/mix of the physical, mental, and spiritual as well as balancing work with family and friends. Set yourself some goals and stick to them!

For 2015 I want us to continue our focus on safety, stamp-ing out sexual harassment and sexual assaults, and preventing DUIs. It doesn’t matter whether we are Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Soldiers, or civilians - Naval Station Rota is a small community but a big family. Let us continue to work together and look after one another.

In closing, 2015 is going to be an eventful year as we receive USS Porter (DDG 78) and USS Carney (DDG 64) as well as tran-sition new families from ALL of our tenant commands. NAVSTA Rota is an exceptional place filled with special people and mission partners who provide the teamwork, leadership, and pride that are critical to the success of this base. I look forward to spending another wonderful year with everyone, and I thank you for taking ownership in the base, which is your home away from home.

Happy New Year, Welcome Back

Rear Adm. James McNeal, center, commander, Naval Supply Systems Command Global Logistics Support speaks to Sailors assigned to Rota’s supply department about changes in the Navy during an all hands call held in the Fleet Logistics Support warehouse, Friday. McNeal visited various commands and service members as part of a general site visit to Rota. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Wamack/Released)

Vice Adm. James Foggo, commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, right, explains his past submarine experience to Spanish navy Adm. Santiago Bolibar Piñeiro, Spanish admiral of the fleet, during a tour the Virginia-class attack submarine USS California (SSN 781), Monday. Foggo’s two-day visit to Rota involved tours to various facilities aboard the installation and meetings with the Spanish navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Morgan Over/Released)

January's Town Hall Live has been postponed unt i l February.

Check out U.S. Naval Station Rota, Spain on Facebook for updates.

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1. Keep warm air registers clean and free of ob-structions, such as furniture, carpets, and drapes.

2. Have your oil furnace serviced at least once a year, preferably each summer to take advantage of off-season rates. This simple pre-caut ion cou ld save you up to 10 percent in fuel consumption.

3. When your heating system is on, keep win-dows near your thermostat tightly closed. Unnecessary drafts will keep your furnace working after the rest of the room has reached a comfortable temperature.

Weekly Energy Tip: Tips to Stay Warm

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The Spearhead will spend the deployment working with African partner nations to enhance maritime security off the coast of West Africa and in the Gulf of Guinea.

“This deployment represents an important opportunity for the U.S. Navy to work with our African and European partners to enhance ca-pabilities that will lead to increased maritime security in the region,” said Flemming.

Spearhead is scheduled to visit and interact with more than 20 na-tions and sail more than 15,000 miles, highlighting U.S. Naval Forc-

es Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet's commitment to partnerships.

“We have a robust complement of maritime professionals embarked on Spearhead who are excited to train with - and learn from – our counterparts in Africa,” said Flem-ming.

The Spearhead itself is the first ship of its kind – a Joint High Speed Vessel capable of moving gear and personnel quickly and effectively in both inter- and intra-theatre opera-tions. The jet-engine outfitted cata-maran boasts a 20,000 square foot mission bay capable of adapting to a host of potential missions. It also maintains the capability to land large rotary-wing aircraft on its flight deck

while underway. "Working with the professionals

in Rota, Spain to embark teams, equipment, and supplies will en-hance our readiness as USNS Spearhead prepares to travel over 15,000 nautical miles conducting various missions during our AFRI-COM deployment," Capt. Douglas Casavant Jr., USNS Spearhead civil service master.

U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spec-trum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

Sgt. Gregory Lyon, harnessed the welding capability to construct and modify the trailer using squadron assets and personnel.

The trailer build was completed in December 2014 and is expected to rollout after being painted in early January 2015. From design to completion this proj-ect will have integrated the requirements, plans, and labor of four duty sections, seven career fields, and more than 20 mechanics, technicians, fabricators, and welders.

The men and women of the 725 AMS developed an innovative method to enable the use of environmen-tally-friendly fire extinguishing agents while mitigating the possibility of metal corrosion on AMC aircraft dur-ing the response to a fire emergency. By designing,

building and sourcing parts from inside the squadron, the 725 AMS saved the Department of Defense over $15,000 and untold amounts by avoiding corrosion damage to AMC aircraft, while ensuring premiere en route support to the warfighter.

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The Urinalysis Program Coordinator (UPC) office has moved to building 3257, Fire Station 1 located behind the galley. All new arrivals to Naval Station Rota, Spain have 72 hours to check in with the UPC.

Ensure all newly reported member(s) are ready to provide a test sample at the time of check in.

For any questions or concerns, contact Master-at-Arms 1st Class Kenneth Williams at 727-1681 or VPN 18-727-5405.

Urinalysis Office Relocates

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Staff Sgt. Kristopher Snedecor takes measurements of the frame for the new clean-up response trailer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jason E. Willis)

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Establishing Resolutions

It’s 2015 and time for resolutions! If you are making the same resolu-tion you made the last 10 years there are some ways to help make it stick. Whether it’s to lose weight, exercise more, or quit smoking, it’s a change in a behavior. This is hard, but it isn’t impossible. Here are tips to be suc-cessful:

- Pick realistic goals. Keep them small and simple. Once achieved, you can always set new goals. For example, if weight loss is your goal, set 5 pounds as your first goal. When you are successful, set another 5-pound goal.

- Define your goal. Write down specifically how you are going to move toward meeting your goal.

- Set a schedule. You need to make small changes to meet your goal. Make a realistic schedule for what you need to do to achieve your goal. For example, write out your current

schedule and determine where you can work in exercise, college classes or a tobacco cessation program.

- Don’t be upset by setbacks. It is part of the process. Don’t see it as failure, but learn from it and move forward.

- Enlist help or support. This can be a friend, a support group or profes-sional help. Resources are available to help you.

If you would like assistance in mak-ing changes, Health Promotions has classes in weight management and tobacco cessation that top the New Year’s resolution list. For more infor-mation, contact Health Promotions at 727-3350 and find out how they can help you be Healthy for Life!

Studies conducted by U.S. health care experts show that stateside emergency rooms (ER) are often overcrowded with patients who don’t need emergency-level care, but are using the ER because they lack options.

At U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Rota, you and your family members have op-tions.

In the event of a medical emergency, you may call either 911 (on base) or 112 (off base), or go immediately to the ER. But what if you or your family members need more routine care, including same-day care for things that aren’t emergen-cies? Think Medical Home Port (MHP).

The MHP team concept promotes patients seeing their own Primary Care Manager (PCM) whenever possible and offering continuous and comprehensive care by matching patients to a health care team while in Rota. All enrolled USNH Rota patients are assigned to a MHP team, either blue or gold, and a PCM. Every time patients use the MHP Clinic, their PCM or a medical professional from their assigned team will see them. Medi-cal professionals know this builds a rela-tionship which provides continuity of care that cannot be created by using the ER.

According to the most recent Navy Medicine figures available, USNH Rota ranks second in the Navy in ensuring

continuity of care for enrolled patients. “When patients come in and see their

Primary Care Manager, the entire health care team is ready to support their health and wellness,” Cmdr. Susanne Blanken-baker, Medical Home Port Clinic depart-ment head. “Patients are no longer seen for a single acute issue. Their care is looked at comprehensively, assisting them in the transition from health care to health.”

Access to care is great in the Medical Home Port clinics. Appointments are usually available when you or your family member need or would like to be seen. The first step to be seen is for families to establish contact with your Medical Home Port (MHP) Team. Access is easy via the Web at http://www.med.navy.mil/sites/nhrota/mhp, or by calling 727-3618.

The Medical Home Port concept as-sures patients greater access to care and continuity of care. To further assist in the process there are several health care tools available for all patients.

USNH Rota patients also have access to a 24/7 Nurse Advice Line (NAL) by call-ing 99-00-800-4759-2330 (on base) or 00-800-4759-2330 (off base). The tele-phone advice line allows patients to talk with a Registered Nurse for a full range of advice, whether it is care and treatment of a condition or concern, a recommendation that you seek an appointment with Medical Home Port, or advice that you go directly

to the ER. The NAL automatically sends a message to your MHP team to ensure your information is relayed regarding your concerns and follow up contact can be made.

Another tool available to patients is a secure email message system called RelayHealth. This system allows you

USNH Rota Promotes Medical Home Port for Non-Emergency CareFroM naval hospital rota puBliC aFFairs

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Nov. 4, 2014Baby girl Delaney M. Stewart7 pounds, 3 ouncesParents Sean and Amy Stewart

Nov. 6, 2014Baby girl Cheska Paulyn Y Espanta6 pounds, 4 ouncesParents Chester Paul and Atho-

shayne Margarette Espanta

Nov. 20, 2014Baby boy Sebastian D. Tedder7 pounds, 6 ouncesParents Jeffrey and Erica Tedder

Nov. 25, 2014Baby boy Braden L. Orr7 poundsParents Terry and Laura Orr

Nov. 26, 2014Baby boy Joshua M. Stone II8 pounds, 4 ouncesParents Joshua and Elizabeth

Stone

Dec. 29, 2014Baby girl Isabella F. Craig7 pounds, 5 ouncesParents Nolan and Rachel Craig

First Baby of 2015 Welcomed in Rota

Lindsay and Will Gilmore welcomed their daughter Gabrielle K. Gilmore on Jan. 2, 2015. Weighing in at 7 pounds, 2 ounces, Gabrielle

was the first baby born at U.S. Naval Hospital Rota in 2015. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Naval Hospital Rota)

Rota's Newest Bundles of Joy

Did you know ... civilians working overseas can be eligible to fly space-a? Travel is allowed to U.S. citizen civilian employees of the Armed Forces who are eligible for government-funded transportation to the United States at tour completion (in-cluding NAF employees). The two categories authorized are Emergency Leave Unfunded Travel and Environmental Morale Leave (EML).

Emergency Leave Unfunded Travel is for verified and immediate family emergen-cies. EML is for sponsors in EML status, and also for their dependents traveling with them in EML status. Civilian dependents may also fly unaccompanied while stationed overseas if they meet the following authorized criteria: verified emergen-cies, scheduled entrance exams for entry into any of the U.S. service academies, and enlisting in one of the Armed Forces when local enlistment overseas is not authorized. Stateside space-a travel is not authorized for Department of Defense (DoD) civilians at any time. For specific details on space-a eligibility, please contact your local passenger terminal or visit http://www.amc.af.mil/amctravel/index.asp.

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Space-A Travel Information for Civilian Employees

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U.S. Marines assigned to Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (FAST) Company Europe and Africa present toys to the Spanish National Police from Jerez de la Frontera during the Annual Toys for Tots donation at the Marine compound, Dec. 19. (U.S. Navy photo by Morgan Over)

L e f t : M e m b e r s f r o m t h e Protestant Women of the Chapel pack bags with homemade cookies for deployed and single service members at the chapel, Dec. 18. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Wamack)

Below: Representatives from commands aboard Naval Station Rota donate more than 200 gifts to the oncology and pediatric units at the Main Hospital in Jerez de la Frontera, Dec. 22. (Photo by Manuel Alba)

Three members from Naval Station Rota's First Class Petty Officer's Association play the parts of the Three Kings, Balthasar, Gaspar and Melichoir, during the Annual Angel Tree Program ceremony, Dec. 18. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Wamack)

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to send a message to your MHP team from your computer. Whether it's a medication refill, appoint-ment, obtaining test results, a referral, or to request a copy of immunizations, all can be done using the RelayHealth system. Another tool is called a Web Visit. This feature allows you to input information directly to the RelayHealth website and a computer generated response provides you with guidance. Using a Web Visit, you can make an appointment within the next week, seek advice from their MHP team, or learn how to provide a home care treat-ment. MHP is encouraging all patients to sign up for RelayHealth by going online to http://www.relayhealth.com.

As medical technology and discoveries further advance medical care, the staff at USNH Rota is committed to leveraging technology to improve and expedite the patient care process. That’s just one of the reasons USNH Rota currently ranks first in the Navy for RelayHealth enrollment.

Options to reach USNH Rota Medical Home Port Team:

Medical Home Port: http://www.med.navy.mil/sites/nhrota/mhp

24/7 Nurse Advice Line: on base: 99-00-800-4759-2330/off base: 00-800-4759-2330

General Appointment Number: 727-3618Emergencies on Base: 727-2911/Off base:

956-82-2911International Emergency number off base: 112RelayHealth - secure messaging system: http://

www.relayhealth.comTRICARE Online: http://www.tricareonline.com

Safety is always a high priority for David Glasgow Farragut (DGF) schools. Getting to and from school is an important safety concern, so DGF leadership would like to remind all parents about the pickup and drop-off options available for transporting your child/children to and from school on your own.

There are two designated parent pickup/drop-off areas around the school complex. The first is the Navy Junior ROTC parking lot on Calle Granada on the south side of the campus. There is blue striping along the sidewalk for parents to stop a moment (no parking) and let children out or pick them up. Long-term parking in the blue lane is discouraged, but parents are welcome to use any available spaces in the parking lot. This will serve elementary, middle, and high school students. The second option is at the dirt parking area along Calle Alicante, north of the elementary playground. The cross-walk leading over to the school is normally supervised by Navy security personnel in the morning and afternoon when students are arriving and departing school.

The yellow striped lanes along the sidewalk on Calle Malaga (elementary side) and Calle Logroño (middle/high school side) are designated strictly for busing and not for student drop-off or pickup. Neither should par-ents stop in the street to let their children exit or enter a vehicle.

Thank you for your cooperation in following this plan and helping to keep all of our students safe. As always, the School Transportation Office is happy to address any

questions or concerns and can be reached at 727-4219 or at [email protected].

DGF’s School Drop-Off, Pickup Plan, Student SafetyBy ephraiM wertz

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NMCRS HoursThe Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) office and Thrift Shop will be closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. day. During their regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., they can be reached at 727-1614, VPN 8-727-1614 or commer-cial 956-82-1614. Their after-hours cell is 660-98-4511 and VPN cell is 18-727-0800.

NMCRS ClassesThe Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has a few classes for the month of January. Breast-feeding Series Group: Wednesday, noon to 2 p.m. at the Community Support Building, room A-010. Postpartum and Breast-feeding class: Jan. 22, noon to 2 p.m. at the OB/GYN clinic at U.S. Naval Hospital Rota (USNHR).Baby Basics class: Jan. 29, noon to 2 p.m. at the OB/GYN Clinic at USNHR.

Is your New Year’s Resolution to Save Money?Shop at the NMCRS Thrift Shop for you and your family on Monday, Wednesday, and Fri-day, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Priority shopping for active duty and their families is 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Preschool Services for Children with DisabilitiesChild Find for children 3 - 5 years of age is an ongoing outreach program that lo-cates and identifies children who may have developmental delays or educational disabilities and need special services. If you have concerns regarding your child's development please contact 727-4185 or 727-4435.

WIC Overseas Women, Infants and Children Overseas is a nutrition, education and supplemental food program for qualified members of the uniformed services, civilian employees, DoD contractors living overseas and their family members. Participants include pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women, infants and children up to age 5. WIC benefits include one-on-one nutrition counseling, nutrition and health screen-ings, breast-feeding education, breast pump loan program, infant and child feeding tips and drafts redeemable for nutritious foods. Call 727-2921 for more information.

Alcoholics Anonymous MeetingsAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are scheduled every Wednesday, 7:30 to 8:30

p.m. in the fellowship hall at the base chapel. For more information, call the DAPA at 727-2357 (VPN: 18-727-2357) or commercial 638-83-6854. AA off-base: "Rota Drydock," every Saturday, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Calle Calvario, 6, Inglesia del Carmen (Parish church), Rota. For information about the meeting in Rota, call 649-13-4248. Online, visit http://www.aaoline.net or http://www.aaspain.org.

Prepare for the SAT or ACT NoweKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep Programs worth $200 to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DoD employees and civil-ians performing military support, as well as their family members. Materials may be ordered online at http://www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-25-6407.

Visit these schools in the Community Support Building during their office hours, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Embry-Riddle University January ClassesEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University is now registering individuals for January start classes. Their local offerings include: ASCI202 - Introduction to Aeronautical Science, an EagleVision Classroom course with scheduled meetings the weekends of Jan. 23 through 25, Feb. 20 through 22, and March 13 through 15; and MATH112 - College Mathematics for Aviation II with weekly meetings over eight Thursday nights, 5 to 9 p.m. Many online and EagleVision Home classes are also available. Do not miss the oppor-tunity and start off the New Year just right. Call ERAU at 727-2984 and sign up today!

UMUC Offers Multiple DegreesThere’s a reason more than 93,000 students have chosen UMUC. They have ex-perienced faculty with professional knowledge, plus UMUC is regionally accredited and internationally recognized. UMUC Europe offers several certificate programs, along with many associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. On top of that, there are many other degree options through the UMUC Stateside Campus. Stop by the UMUC office here in Rota and find out how UMUC can help you reach your academic goals. They are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can't stop by their office in the Community Service Building (CSB), call them

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Opportunity for LDS Members in RotaThe Latter-day Saints meet at the Capilla at the Chapel, Sundays, 7 p.m. The

LDS Family Home meetings are held on Mondays at 7 p.m. The LDS Scripture Study/Institute meets on Thursdays.

With So Much Change We Need a Sure FoundationGreetings from Morón! I trust that your holiday

season was blessed and that your 2015 has been great so far. I don’t know about you, but it seems like the past two months have been a whirlwind of activity and change … those of us at Special Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Crisis Response-Africa have been busy serving in Europe and on the African continent, with pieces moving all around. Add to that the holiday season and an upcoming turnover and returning home from deployment and it seems like the days have flown by.

For those of us who have been around the military

for very long, the craziness that I just described isn’t particularly out of the ordinary, is it? And, as much as we say things like, “Well, that’s what a military family does!” or “That’s the life of a Navy or Marine wife …” it doesn’t really ever get much easier does it? Change is still stressful, change can still be scary. New friends and schools for the kids, new routes to learn to the new grocery stores … the list of changes goes on. That’s one of the reasons why having something that doesn’t change in your life is so critical. Something that creates a touchstone or foundation that you can lean on in the midst of life’s craziness. For many of us, our spiritual faith is that

foundation. There is great comfort in trusting in a God who

isn’t shaken by the changes in our world. Addition-ally, many military families have learned the value of creating family traditions that we carry with us wher-ever we go. Things that bring a sense of consistency no matter how much things around us may change. I pray that as you start this New Year, you would be able to relax and trust in a sure foundation, because one thing that is certain about the year ahead is that it’s probably going to have its fair share of change.

If you would like to speak with a chaplain, call the Religious Ministries Department at 727-2161.

By Chaplain r. wayne hall

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at 727-2917 or email them at [email protected].

Central Texas College (CTC) Classes Central Texas College is a regionally accredited college serving various certificate degree programs. Currently, CTC is offering four face-to-face degree programs in criminal justice, fire protection, child development and hospitality management. CTC face-to-face courses are eight weeks long, one night a week, 6 - 9 p.m. There are several other available online degree programs, and registration for these is open every month. If you’re inter-ested in enrolling and registering to take classes, please contact CTC field representatives for more information at 727- 2574 or email CTC at [email protected].

OU Offers Master of Human Relations The University of Oklahoma offers a Master of Human Relations. The Master of Human Relations program offers emphasis in organizational studies, counseling and the helping professions and social change. Face-to-face classes are taught Tuesday through Friday, 6 - 9:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Online classes are also available each semester. The MHR is a non-thesis program which includes four core classes, six electives and one internship experience for a total of 36 semester hours. For more information, call OU at 727-2799 or email at [email protected].

Federal HolidayMartin Luther King Jr. day is Monday, no school.

End of First SemesterJan. 22 marks the end of the first semester and end of the second quarter.

Teacher Work DayTeach Work Day Jan. 23, no school for all students.

Upcoming DGF GamesJan. 22 through 23: Bitburg vs. Rota Girls Varsity Basketball at Bitburg; Bitburg vs. Rota Boys Varsity Basketball at Bitburg.

Feb. 5 through 7: AOSR vs. Rota Girls Varsity Basketball in Rome; AOSR vs. Rota Boys Varsity Basketball in Rome.

Feb. 17 through 23: European Championships for Girls and Boys Basketball and Cheerleading Competitions held in Wiesbaden, Germany.

Cultural Trip: Medina Sidonia Monday, 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is the field trip that was cancelled on Nov. 28 due to bad weather. If you were registered for that field trip you don’t have to register again. Please call us if you cannot make it so we can move people up from the waiting list. Put on your walking shoes and join us! Enjoy this walking tour through the old town of Medina Sidonia, one of Andalucía’s most picturesque pueblos blancos (white villages). The town of Medina is located atop of a hill that oversees a wide valley. We will be walking down-town and exploring the main monuments with a local guide. After the visit there will be time for tapas or lunch. Call 727- 3232 for more details and to sign up. City hall

guided tour fee: 5 euros per person.

Intercultural Relations Class - MandatoryTuesday through Jan. 23, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. FFSC Rota's Intercultural Relations Class (ICR) is a manda-tory four-day course for all newly stationed personnel aboard Commander, U.S. Naval Activities Spain; uni-form of the day is required for all service members and business attire for civilians and dependents. You will be trained in diplomacy and learn some of the customs, traditions, and history of the host country. Participa-tion in the ICR program is critical to the successful and smooth adjustment to living overseas in the Kingdom of Spain. Vouchers are available for childcare services during class times. Your ICR instructor will give you the voucher upon completion of the course. These vouch-ers allow for free MWR childcare services at the Child Development Center (CDC) hourly care during the ICR class, plus an additional 30 minutes (15 minutes before and 15 minutes after class) driving time each day of the course. Space reservation at the hourly care should be made one week in advance, by contacting the CDC at 727-1100. For further ICR information call 727-3232.

10 Steps to Federal Employment Tuesday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The federal government is the largest employer in America. This class will cover the steps you need to make the challenging process of landing a Federal job an achievable goal. Call to sign-up at 727-3232.

Transition GPS Capstone Event Tuesday, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Final mandatory brief after completing Transition GPS; must be scheduled via com-mand career counselor (CCC). Call 727-3232 or CCC

Call 727-3232 to pre-register for all FFSC functions.

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for more details or to register.

Business Résumés Wednesday, 10 to 11 a.m. Ten seconds. That is the average time a prospective employer takes to first review your résumé. Discover the key elements on a résumé and how to catch the employer’s eye. Learn how to mar-ket yourself for your dream job. Call 727-3232 to sign up.

New Military Spouse Orientation Wednesday, 1 to 3 p.m. The goal of this workshop is to provide pertinent information to new military spouses to support their entrance and ease their transition into military culture. The workshop will empower participants by “demystifying” the military culture, addressing the basic of accessing installation resources, and reviewing the vast array of resources available.

Smooth Move Jan. 22, 9 to 11 a.m. Have orders? Getting ready to move? Then you should be signing up for this course. It is designed for all military personnel, Department of Defense civilian personnel, and family members depart-ing the local area. Even if it is your umpteenth move, you might get some new and useful information about the move process, as well as information about your new duty station. Pre-registration is required. Call 727-3232 for more information or to sign up.

Federal Résumé Workshop Jan. 22, 10 to 11 a.m. Target your federal résumé to highlight your qualifications to human resources offices and hiring managers. Learn about keywords, the certifi-cate of eligibility, and the special requirements of a federal résumé. Call 727-3232 for more details and registration.

Pre-deployment Brief Jan. 22, 11 a.m. to noon. Whether you are single or married, preparing for deployment has practical and emotional aspects to consider. This workshop covers financial aspects, communication, and coping strategies. Spouses and family members are highly encouraged to attend in order to help them prepare for this often-stressful period. Call 727- 3232 to pre-register.

Getting Ready for College - Teens Edition Jan. 23, noon to 3 p.m. (no school that day) Life skills you should teach your college freshman before they head to college. We send our students off to college to get an education. We know that, in addition to their academic pursuits, they will be learning about life and the “real world.” So why do we need to teach them anything before they head out the door? Because there are some skills that will help them survive on their own as they navigate the world of college. Here they will learn life skills that will help your student succeed in “College 101.″ For more information or to register, please call 727-3232 or email [email protected].

Cultural Seminar: Mardi Gras Jan. 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. One of the largest and spectacular “Carnivals” in Spain takes place in Cadiz. Carnival is a festival season that occurs im-mediately before Lent. It has become the liveliest and most dazzling carnival town in mainland Spain. Fa-mous for its comical, hilarious, and original characters as well as humorous and satirical song groups known as Chirigotas, Comparsas, Quartets and much more. You will probably first notice the elaborate costumes, which are equally festive and cheerful, comparable with those of any great festival of this nature. Attend this seminar to know everything about it. Call 727-3232 to register.

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Naval Station Rota is seeking volunteers to sponsor Sailors in support of the arrival of the next Forward Deployed Naval Forces ship, USS Porter (DDG 78).

Who can help? Navy personnel assigned to Naval Station Rota, Spain and all Navy tenant commands. The only other requirement is that sponsors should be on board through July 2015.

Sponsors will be paired based on demograph-ics such as:

1) Rank.2) Do you live on base or off?3) Are you married and is your spouse here?4) Do you have children living here?5) Male/Female?6) And finally a good contact number and email

address.Any questions and to volunteer, please con-

tact Chief Master-at-Arms Kenneth Pratt with the information listed above at 727-2615 or by email [email protected].

Sponsors Needed


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Senior American Civilian of the YearHow did you find out you were selected? The CO [Commanding Officer, Capt. Greg Pekari] and XO [Executive Officer,

Cmdr. Tim McGarvey] were visiting. We were talking about the Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staffs' arrival and logistics. He told me I was selected out of eight tenant commands and I was nominated by the panel as a Senior Civilian of the Year.

Why do you think you were selected? I think it’s my reputation. My reputation is remaining positive and always being willing to help and never saying no. You have a problem? How do I help you solve your problem? It doesn’t mat-ter who you are. Most of what we do here is we move people all over. Our airplanes are coming and going downrange. They turn around and going back to the U.S. A lot of what we do is customer service related. I think it’s my personality and everyone knows me and I’ve had that reputation. Once I arrived I just put my heart into what I do. You get known because of your personality more than anything. I guess it’s my age and my experience. Being a mentor and helping a people, that’s what I’m known for. Also, being a Christian is helpful too. You’re doing everything you can do and you’re in the community helping.

Since receiving the award, what has been everyone’s reaction? In a positive way. I see people and they all know me and they congratulate me with a smile. I think they know you’re the guy who was picked because you represent Rota. They feel I deserve it so I think they’re appreciative of the fact that I was recognized.

Do you enjoy your job? I like being part of the brotherhood: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and retirees. I love interacting with people. It drains you, but at the end of the day you walk home and you know when you close the door you’ve done everything you can do. If you make mistakes you wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and ask 'what did I do wrong yesterday and how can I be better today?' I love being around you guys. Once you’ve been in and you get out, you’ll see that. I want to be a part of that. After 37 years, I’ve remained part of this brotherhood that I’m so proud of.

What does it mean to be selected? The CO has to be the best CO I’ve worked for; him and the XO. It was a valida-tion of everything that I stand for. They recognized it on this base. I represent the CO and he’s such a great leader that I know that I’m doing everything I can do for him. Validating that through a handshake and a coin meant a lot to me. The biggest thing for me is I represent Rota.

What advice would you give to a new employee? Do your best. Look for ways to improve a process and try to do your best to improve the process. Remain positive.

Additional comments? I know the Sailors of the year and I saw them recognized. It was great because I know all of those guys. They represent Rota and they’re the best. Everyone steps up to the plate here. There’s something here. There’s an energy, you can’t describe it. Just being a part of Naval Station Rota is amazing.

Senior Spanish Civilian of the Year

Rick IrbyHometown: Gretena, Virginia

Command: Air OperationsJob Title: Air Terminal Director of Operations

Month/year arrived in current job: October 2009

Favorite quote: “I am convinced life is 10 percent what happens to me and 90 percent how I react to it,” from Charles Swindoll’s poem, "Attitude."

Susana Lozita-TheiligHometown: Villa Maria, Argentina

Command: NAVFAC PWD RotaJob Title: Superior Engineer - Environmental

Month/year arrived in current job: January 1997

Favorite quote: “Don't embrace defeat, even de-feated," Almafuerte.

How did you find out you were selected? I was not at work that day. I received a phone call from Cmdr. Joe Harder, the public works officer. It was a great, unexpected surprise that I didn’t understand immediately. After that, from talk-ing to our Environmental director, David Bienvenue, I realized how important the award was.

Why do you think you were selected? According to what the award says, I was selected for my exemplary performance as an engineer and program manager for Naval Facilities Engineering Command Public Works Department Drinking Water and Wastewater Programs. I think the reason was because my programs have always been in full compliance with US and Spanish regulations since I started working in NAVSTA Rota, and for the high praise I received from audits in the past, which highlighted my personal initiative and professionalism.

Since receiving the award, what has been everyone’s reaction? Coworkers and friends congratulated me for a job-well-done. I have to thank all the people who called to congratulate me. I didn’t expect it. My family, especially my parents, was very proud of me and this was the first award I have received.

Do you enjoy your job? I absolutely do. I am a civil engineer specialized in environmental programs and I am work-ing in Public Work (PW) Environmental: It is perfect. Additionally, I’ve worked with so many excellent professionals over the years, and my personal initiatives have been well supported. Working in PW Environmental, I can do my part to improve the place where we live. I couldn’t live this far from my parents and Argentinian family if I didn’t like my work so much.

What does it mean to be selected? This means that my work is considered, and my effort in getting everything within outstanding parameters is closely considered. This is an award for a whole year performance. Again, I couldn’t have won this award without the great team that I am a part of.

What advice would you give to a new employee? My best advice to a new employee is this: Be a team player, count on your shipmates, be proactive, implement total quality on what you’re doing every day, and treat others as you would have them do unto yourself.

How did it feel receiving this award? I am so happy about this award. It's always very nice to be recognized for a job-well-done over the course of a whole year, and when I heard from several people the words ‘you deserve it’, I couldn’t find a better expression to say what I feel: Thank you!

Additional Comments? This award will help me find the motivation to keep things going in the right direction, and it renewed my continuous dedication in everything that I do. I appreciate the nomination from the EV Director, and the support of all the people [who] voted to make this happen.

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Junior American Civilian of the YearHow did you find out you were selected? Capt. [Greg] Pekari and Cmdr. [Tim] McGarvey stopped by and told me I was selected.

I thought they were stopping by to talk about an upcoming event, or to get some dark chocolate - which is almost always in a candy jar on my desk - but they told me I was selected as the Junior Civilian of the Year. I was speechless.

Why do you think you were selected? I'm just one part of a team. I strive to do my best every day, but so do the more than 3,000 other Spanish and American personnel who work on the base. It takes a team to make Rota work flawlessly everyday, and I feel incred-ibly blessed to be part of this team. It was amazing to be recognized for my work, but I love what I do so this was icing on the cake.

Since receiving the award, what has been everyone’s reaction? Everyone has been awesome. Some even crack jokes about how being the Junior Civilian of the Year is at the same level as a rock star. I don’t know about that, but they’ve all been very supportive and happy for me, especially my husband. But honestly, I'm still floored by the award.

Do you enjoy your job? I love my job. I can’t stress that enough to people. I’ve started working in Navy Public Affairs in 2005 and I love it. I feel truly blessed to be in a job that I love. Being here is unique as the newspaper is a big part of the community. Working on The Coastline here is different than other military newspapers I have worked for. Back in the States, we focused on the Big Navy mission and telling the Big Navy stories. One of the things I love about Public Affairs here and The Coastline in particular, is that we talk about the things that are important to the local community. Whether it’s policy changes, digging into the story behind a change, or announcing exciting news, The Coastline has a special place in the community. I feel truly honored to be part of it and to help get the news out to the community.

What does it mean to be selected? It’s very humbling. With so many people who work on the base, being selected is a high honor but it’s also an amazing role to be placed into. To be recognized for my work is an amazing feeling!

What advice would you give to a new employee? Always strive to do your best, and wear a smile. There are days where emails flood in, taskers are appearing, something neat is taking place and we need to take photos, The Coastline needs to be finished, and the phone’s ringing, and it’s times like that where you take a breather and tackle it one-by-one with 100 percent of your energy. The other tip is to smile. I have a policy, I don’t leave my office unless I’m in a happy mood. You never know whom you’ll come across, even if it’s a quick stop to the copy machine, and a little bout of happiness can brighten someone’s day. And try to smile when you answer the phone, the other person on the end can hear the smile in your voice and it may just change how the conversation will go.

How did it feel receiving this award? Stunned and humbled. There are a lot of amazing people who work on base, so to be selected amongst then was stunning. I know everyone on the base works so hard so to be selected among them is a true honor and incredibly humbling. I couldn't do this without the support of my husband, so I'm very thankful for him and his continued support.

Additional Comments? I cannot thank the command enough for this recognition. I truly appreciate my teammates, Lt. David Carter, Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Wamack, and Manuel Alba. Without them, our team would not be a full success. I’m so grateful for this selection and hope I can encourage others to strive to do their best.

Junior Spanish Civilian of the Year

Morgan OverHometown: Coalinga, California

Command: Public AffairsJob Title: Writer-Editor

Month/year arrived in current job: May 2012

Favorite quote: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for

man," Colossians 3:23.

Natalia Perez - Traverso Romero

Hometown: Jerez de la Frontera, SpainCommand: U.S. Naval Hospital Rota

Job Title: Directive Control ManagerMonth/year arrived in current job: August

2008

Favorite quote: “Life as if you were to die to-morrow. Learn as if you were to live forever,"

Mahatma Gandhi.

How did you find out you were selected? It was a surprise. I was working and I was told to go to the commanding officer’s conference room. Capt. [Greg] Pekari, the XO [Executive Officer, Cmdr. Tim McGarvey], and our acting commanding officer [Capt. Todd Wagner, the hospital’s executive officer], the Acting Executive Officer, Cmdr. Lewis, and the Director for Administration [Lt. Cmdr. Eric Polonsky] were there. I didn’t know. I was very surprised and very happy.

Why do you think you were selected? I really appreciate the command leadership for finding the time in the middle of the busy days for preparing the nomination. The Hospital has been very successful this year during the Medical Inspector General inspection and The Joint Commission reaccreditation survey. Two of the programs I have been supporting have been recognized to be the best in Navy Medicine. It is important for the Hospital because it is being recognized Navy-wide.

Since receiving the award, what has been everyone’s reaction? People have been very happy for me and for the command as well. A base program is recognizing a tenant command too.

Do you enjoy your job? I really enjoy my job in the Hospital. It’s different for a local national if you compare how we work on base and a similar job performed in the local economy. I have been in both and find a great difference. I value the teamwork from everyone … every member, regardless of position, is given the opportunity to participate in any project. Seeing people working side by side, on a daily basis, to accomplish the mission, is a learning process everyday.

What does it mean to be selected? My family and myself are very grateful for this award. Time and dedication is never enough for the family, and especially this year, I have not spoiled them as much as I should have. But they have understood it was my job to support the command's readiness during the Medical Inspector General inspection and The Joint Commission reaccreditation process. It’s important in our lives to see the cause and effect of anyone's efforts. Most of the times we’re not that lucky to see that those efforts are recognized. This recognition program motivates all employed on base. The reward is just written with my name on it, but it is extensive to the whole team at U.S. Naval Hospital Rota.

What advice would you give to a new employee? Be ready to learn. If there is a will there is a way. If you’re willing to, you’ll learn everyday. How did it feel receiving this award? As I said, we’ve been working very hard for the last year. We had a Medical Inspector General

inspection and The Joint Commission reaccreditation survey, so we’ve been getting ready and preparing the command for those inspections for the past two years. I was very happy because most of it was the result of those inspections. It’s recognizing that hard work for the last year. It’s very rewarding and motivating."

Additional Comments? I was selected in 2001 for the same award so this is my second time. Thirteen years ago, I wasn’t that mature. I was very happy at that time too and it helped to continue. It’s feels like performance improvement. This award is intended to encourage all to continue their hard work and significant efforts and accomplish our mission - provide the best quality health care to those entrusted to those entrusted to us.

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Sgt. Kassandra McTagueTeam Rota in the Spotlight

A native of Franklinville, New York, Sgt. Kassandra McTague joined the U.S. Marine Corps Sept. 24, 2007. She attended boot camp for three months in Parris Island, South Carolina and graduated Dec. 23, 2007. Afterward, she attended Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) School for Distribution Management Specialists for a month. In February 2008, she arrived at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California and stayed for three years. In March 2011, she started her three year tour at Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. She is currently attached to the 2nd Marine Logistics Group, Supply Company Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, but she is temporarily assigned to Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa. When she first came to Spain, she spent two months at Morón Air Base and is nearly done completing four months in Rota.

McTague serves as an expediter who tracks and traces any cargo leaving Rota, and works in tandem with Navy logistic specialists. She ensures that cargo successfully travels from point A to point B in the most proficient yet cost effective way. She is also responsible for shipping all cargo in support of humanitarian efforts in Africa. Additionally, she creates documentation for cargo loads and serves as a Marine liaison for ships that come into the pier on base.

“I love my job,” said McTague. “I spent seven years learning it. This job is so eclectic. Everywhere I go, I still learn new things.”

McTague said her biggest accomplishment thus far is still feeling excited to be a Marine after all of these years and happy to put on the uniform every morning.

McTague said her favorite quote is by Steve Prefontaine, “to give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift."

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(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Wamack)

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Music

San Antón Festival (benediction and parade of animals), Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Gonzalez Hontoria Park (fair-grounds), Jerez de la Frontera

San Antón Festival, Feb. 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., municipal riding school (fairgrounds), Rota. 10 a.m.; registration of pets, 11 a.m.; judging in all classes begins, 2 p.m.; benediction of all animals; and, 2:45 p.m., exhibition of animals.

Guided tours through Rota's Luna Castle, Saturday and Sun-day, 1 and 5 p.m. Prior registration is required at the Tourist Office, 2, Cuna Street, tickets €1

Picobarro Second Hand Market, Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sargento Cespedes Street, Rota

Alcazar de Jerez, oldest Moorish Fortress of Jerez, camara obscura, octogonal tower, Arab gardens, Villavicencio Palace, oil mill, mosque and Arab baths, Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Flea Market, Sundays, 10 a.m. -to2 p.m., Alameda Vieja (by the Moorish castle), Jerez de la Frontera

Sevilla bullring guided tours, daily, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., tickets €7, Mondays, 3 - 7 p.m., entrance is free. Call 954-22-4577

Sevilla Reales Alcázar (Moorish fortress) guided tours, daily, 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., tickets €8.75

Sevilla Cathedral and Giralda tours, Mondays, 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Tuesdays to Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sundays, 2:30 - 6 p.m., tickets €8

Ruta de los Sentidos, a guided tour in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Saturdays, 10:15 a.m., visit http://www.rutadelossenti-dos.com

Eat/DrinkVII Ruta del Mosto (unfermented wine route) through Jan. 31, Sanlúcar de Barrameda

Gonzalez Byass Bodega - Jerez de la Frontera, Monday - Saturday at noon, 1, 2, and 5 p.m., tickets €12 - 15

Sandeman Bodega - Jerez de la Frontera, Mondays, Wednes-days and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

Barbadillo Bodega - Sanlúcar, Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11 a.m., €3

Flamenco

Arts

Activities

Sports

Painting and sculpture display by Jose Felix Llopis, through March 1, Casa de Iberoamerica, Cadiz

Limes Fidei 750 Años de Cristianismo en Jerez painting display, through March 19, cathedral in Jerez

Los Ojos del Tiempo painting display by several artists and private collections, through March 22, Santa Catalina Castle, Cadiz

El callejon de los pecados flamenco show by Eduardo Guerrero, Feb. 16 to 17, 9 p.m., Sala Central Lechera, tickets €12

El Barrio in concert, Feb. 6, 10 p.m., Municipal Sports Pavilion (by fairgrounds), Jerez de la Frontera, tickets €30

Gemeliers in concert, Feb. 8, 7 p.m., Municipal Sports Pavilion (by fairgrounds), Jerez de la Frontera, tickets € 22-45

Ruta por El Puerto y Bodegas Osborne, guided tour, Tues-days and Thursdays, 11 a.m., tickets €10 for adults and €5 for children, call 697-34-5807

Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces (How Andalusian Horses Dance), every Tuesday and Thursday, noon, Rec-reo de las Cadenas, Duque de Abrantes Avenue, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets €19 - 25, call 956-31-8008 or visit http://www.realescuela.org

XIX Surf and Bodyboard Contest, Saturday and Sunday, La Barrosa Beach, Chiclana de la Frontera

First and only official Formula 1 testing of all 22 teams featuring official drivers and cars, Feb. 1 to 4, Jerez Circuit, kilometer 10 Jerez-Arcos Road, tickets €10 - 20

Jerez carnival, Feb. 7 to 14 Cadiz carnival, Feb. 12 to 22Chipiona carnival, Feb. 14 to 22Rota carnival, Feb. 14 to 22El Puerto carnival, Feb. 15 to 22Sanlúcar carnival, Feb. 16 to 22

Upcoming HolidaysDia de Andalucia, Feb. 28Semana Santa (Holy Week), March 29 to April 5

Jerez's 8th Annual Flamenco Fashion Show, Feb. 6 to 9, Gon-zalez Byass Bodega, Jerez de la Frontera, for more information visit http://www.pasarelaflamencajerez.com

XIX Festival Flamenco de Jerez, Feb. 20 to March 7, Teatro Vil-lamarta, Plaza Romero Martinez, Jerez de la Frontera, for more information visit http://www.festivaldejerez.es

Upcoming Events

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To place a classified ad submit information in 25 words or less by the Sunday prior to desired publication date. Classifieds will run for one edition only. Free ads are available to TEI cardholders for non-commercial goods. Email submissions to [email protected]. Non-TEI cardholders and/or ads of a commercial nature (pets for sale, real estate, for-profit business) require payment and must be submitted to Cristina Pamplona at [email protected] or fax to 956-54-2997.

el mercado email [email protected].

J E R E ZSPACIOUS APARTMENT IN JEREZ FOR RENT: 5 bdrm., 4 bath, apartment in Jerez, Avda. Álvaro Domecq, doorman s e r v i c e s , € 9 0 0 / m o n t h . Co n t a c t m a r i a h i g u e r o t o c o n @ g m a i l . c o m .

R O T A HOUSE FOR RENT: Avenida Jose Maria Ruiz Mateos, 25, listed and information in housing, €1,260 (negotiable), 4 bdrm., 2 bath., kitchen, lvg. rm. hobby rm. TV rm., library, air conditioning and heating, parking possibility, front and back courtyards, dog park, and wide roof terrace. Call 670-69-9487.

NEW DUPLEX IN ROTA: 3 bdrm., 2 bath, kitchen and laundry rm., lvg./dng. rm., garage, storage rm., central heating, A/C and fireplace, large terrace with views to the pool and rooftop terrace, €1,150/mo. Call Ana at 647-91-2971.

PRETTY TOWNHOUSE IN NEW AREA OF ROTA: Lots of light, 2 bdrm. (one large), private parking, big basement, 80 m2 terrace with lots of sun and okay for barbecue. Call 629-73-7038.

M I S C E L L A N E O U SBIBLE STUDIES: If you would like to have Bible studies in Morón please contact Pastor Beck at 651-10-4951 or http://www.bethelbaptistrota.com.

HOUSEKEEPER/CHILD CARE: I make houses sparkle and kids smile and am waiting for your call. I have a car, I live in Rota, speak English and can't wait to hear from you. Call Sandra at 647-13-6278.

ENGLISH INSTRUC TORS: Looking for native English instructors to work in Rota with children. Must possess Spanish work permit. Call 622-74-1735.

BICOC AS HOME C ARE SERVICES: Looking for domestic HELP? Yes we can help you!! Would you like to employ a par t t ime nanny, cook , c leaner, seamstress, babysitter or housekeeper in general? We will also help you with all the required documents. Ask for Manuela 678-45-5175 / [email protected]

PERSONAL TRAINER: Experienced personal trainer can help you reach your goals. Contact Carlos at 664-57-9018 or [email protected].

C A R D E TA I L I N G : H a n d wa s h i n g

dining room table with 6 chairs and matching china cabinet, $200. Call 606-54-1502 [email protected].

BABY SUPPLIES: Large collection of baby furniture to include cabinets, strollers, potty training, playpen, crib and mattress, bassinet, etc., all the furniture you need for babies 0 - 4 years old, everything negotiable. Call Rob at 722-37-6538 for details.

R E N T A L SHOUSES AND APARTMENTS: With sea views, pools and yards, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 bedrooms in Rota, Costa Ballena, Chipiona, El Puerto de Santa María and Sanlúcar, no rental fees to Americans. Call Antonio at 685-20-4466 or email a n t o n i o d u q m a q 5 2 @ y a h o o . c o m .

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Cleaning and maintenance, key handling, access to U.K. rental bookings. Call Ray at 653-78-0296.

C H I P I O N AAPARTMENT BY CHIPIONA MARINA: 2 bdrm., 2 bath, underground parking, r o o f t o p t e r r a c e , 3 - m i n u t e w a l k to marina and beach, furn optional, €1,200/mo., negotiable, free Internet and cable, English-speaking landlords. Call 956-05-3624 or 600-89-8066.

E L P U E R T O CHALET IN PUERTO: 4 bdrm., 2.5 bath, large yard with fenced pool area, kids house and separate outbuilding, €1,600/month. To see, please visit http://www.peraino.com/egipcia. Listed with housing. [email protected]

A P A R T M E N T R I G H T O N T H E F U E N T E B R A V I A B E A C H W I T H AMAZING VIEWS: 2 bdrm., 1 bath. lvg./dng. area and kitchen, A/C, heat, and solar panel system for hot water, furnished or unfurnished. Asking €1,100 (includes community fees). Listed in housing. Contact Coco at 699-79-4899 or Brigitte 956-85-1396.

C H A L E T I N E L C A R M E N : 3 0 0 m 2 built, 2 f loors, 600 m2 lot, 5 ver y a m p l e b d r m s. , d re s s i n g ro o m s, 4 full bath, large l iving room, game room, laundr y room, large kitchen, enclosed fireplace w/vents, central heat and A/C, ground level parking with automatic gate. A-1153. Price: €2,100/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

CHALET IN EL AGUILA: 250 m2 built, 2,000 m2 lot, 4 ample bedrooms, 3 ½ bath, enclosed fireplace w/vents,

ample kitchen with office, central heat and air, pool, well, enclosed 2 car garage. A-1349. Price: €2,800/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

AT TACHED HOUSE IN EL AGUILA: 200 m2 built, 2 very ample bedrooms plus 1 bedroom in the half basement, 3 bath, living room, separate dinning ro o m , k i t c h e n w i t h o f f i c e , l a rg e half basement, covered porch, yard, central heat and air, ground level parking. A-1381. Price: €1,500/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

H O U S E F O R R E N T I N P U E R T O BEHIND BAILEY'S: 4 bdrm., 2 bath, "adosado" in quiet neighborhood, lvg./dng. rm. w/chimney, ample pantry in kitchen, breakfast nook w/skylight, large storeroom, deck off upstairs rear bedroom, balcony off upstairs front bedroom, A/C and heat, covered front porch and yard w/orange tree, off-street parking, 6 miles to USN HQ bldg, 10 min walk to beach. Tel: 649-43-9254.

TOWNHOUSE IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 3 minutes from the beach, ocean view from master bedroom. Kitchen, bathroom, living room with A/C and fireplace on main floor, 3 bdrm., and bathroom upstairs, small yard in front and back with driveway for car. Could be furnished if so desired. Listed in housing, €1,104/mo., negotiable. Call 637-07-0876.

S I N G L E H O M E I N P U E R T O : 4 b d r m . , 2 . 5 b at h , l a rg e ya rd w i t h fenced pool area, k ids house and s e p a r a t e o u t b u i l d i n g , € 2 , 1 0 0 /month. Contact [email protected] or v is i t http://w w w.peraino.com/egipcia. Listed with housing.

B E A C H F R O N T P E N T H O U S E I N FUENTEBRAVIA: 3 bdrm., 2 bath with awesome views, furnished kitchen, n ice spacious lvg./dng. area, A/C and heat, solar panel hot water, 2 beachfront terraces, underground parking for cars, asking €2K (includes community fees ). Sorry, no pets and no smoking on premises. Contact Coco at 699-79-4899 (English spoken).

TOWNHOUSE IN EL MANANTIAL: 135 m2, 3 floors, 4 bdrm., 2.5 bath, ample lvg./dng. room with fireplace, kitchen, terrace and patio, A/C in lvg. rm. and master bdrm., wood floors in bedrooms, marble in living room and kitchen, 2 minutes from the beach and next to the pine forest, €950/mo. (community fees included). Call 651-83-8588 or

re c o rd s i n To yo t a , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

MITSUBISHI CARISMA GLS SEDAN: Impeccable shape, fine driving car, new timing belt and all maintenance to date, ITV good, €2,600, 653-78-0296.

A U T O M A T I C M E R C E D E S 2 0 0 CLK: Coupe class, silver, 99K miles, €4,400, in excellent shape, looks and drives like a new car, 653-78-0296.

F O R D P U M A : 1 . 7 i c t e c , c o u p e sports car, silver, in excellent shape, 9 5 K m i l e s, € 2 , 4 0 0 , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

2006 SUZUKI IGNIS: Silver, diesel, 85K miles, mint, €5,400, 653-78-0296.

2006 RENAULT GRAND TOUR: The ultimate family car,great handling, i n p e r f e c t s h a p e , l o w m i l e s , $ 6 5 K f o r € 4 , 9 5 0 , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

1 9 9 3 V O L K S WAG E N V E N TO 1 . 6 : 4-door, gasoline, manual, good car for new arr ivals, runs good, good gas mileage, rel iable, wil l pay for ITV inspection in November, $1,500 OBO. Cal l Duane at 625-08-2152.

2 0 0 4 A U T O M A T I C C I T R O E N C3: 95K miles, b lue, in excel lent s h a p e , € 4 , 6 0 0 , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

2 0 0 4 F O R D M O N D E O : S t a t i o n wagon, great family car in excellent mechanical shape, interior and exterior clean, low miles, €4,400, 653-78-0296.

2000 CITROEN XSARA HDi: Diesel, 121K miles, just passed ITV, timing belt just changed, owned by brother o f a g o o d m e c h a n i c , i n p e r f e c t shape, red, €2,950, 653-78-0296.

2006 MAZDA 6: Diesel, car is like-new, immaculate, 83K miles, €5,500, European spec., ITV passed, all the extras, timing belt, water pump, oil and filters all new, total up to date on maintenance. Call Ray, 653-78-0296.

F O R S A L EVIOLIN: 3/4 Franz Hoffman Amadeus Violin outfit plus shoulder rest and Sound Innovations book with CD/D V D, $ 1 5 0 . C a l l 6 9 6 - 7 2 - 3 1 4 1 .

CUBICLES: 8 cubes, p ine - colored bookshelf, €30, brand new, http://w w w. m i l a n u n c i o s . c o m / l i b r e r i a s /estanter ia-nueva-143248426.htm.

VANITY: Behind-mirror storage, chair, multiple drawers with 110 volt light, €50, http://www.milanuncios.com/otros-muebles/tocador-141616144.h t m . S h a r o n _ a j @ h o t m a i l . c o m .

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A U T O S2001 AUTOMATIC SMART CAR: Black exterior, blue interior, 13K kilometers, great on gas, $3,900. Call 696-72-3141.

1998 AUTOMATIC HONDA CIVIC LX: 5-door hatchback, dark green with cloth interior, A/C, electronic windows, CD/radio, excellent condition, always garaged, 1 owner, only 85K miles (140K kilometers), and perfectly maintained, European spec. New tires and breaks. Price is €3,000. Call 654-08-8362.

2 0 0 1 B M W 3 1 6 t i : V e r y g o o d condition, new clutch, ITV good, blue, 112K miles, €3,400, 653-78-0296.

2 0 0 3 V O L K S W A G E N P A S S A T : L u x u r y f i n i s h e s , l i k e - n e w, l o w m i l e s , € 4 , 2 0 0 , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

2005 PEUGEOT 206 1.4 X-LINE: 75 PS, in great shape, 78K miles, €3,950, European spec., ITV good, 653-78-0296.

2000 CITROEN XSARA: In excellent mechanical shape as per independent adjusters, body good, interior good, 1 4 9 K m i l e s , € 2 , 8 0 0 , I T V g o o d , E u r o p e a n s p e c . , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

V O L K S WAG E N LU P O : P re v i o u s l y owned by a Lupo fanatic, impeccable car, ITV to 2017, 62K miles, timing belt and distribution just changed, all liquids and maintenance up to date, beautiful small, fuel- eff ic ient car, €3,200, European spec., 653-78-0296.

B M W 3 1 6 i : I n e x c e l l e n t s h a p e , € 3 , 2 0 0 , g a s o l i n e , I T V g o o d , E u r o p e a n s p e c . , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6

2005 RENAULT CLIO: 2005 model (matriculated end of 2004), 57K miles, black, impeccable shape, ITV good and European spec., this fuel-efficient, small, reliable car is highly pursued by Spaniards, €3,400, 653-78-0296.

2010 TATA: Spacious family car, diesel, 2 7 K m i l e s, € 2 , 8 5 0 , 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

2 0 1 2 O P E L CO R S A AU TO M AT I C : 4- door hatchback, white, l ike -new condition, navigation, back-up sensors, less than 13K kilometers, warranty, € 8 , 5 0 0 O B O. C a l l 9 6 5 - 4 8 - 2 1 6 3 .

2006 FIAT PANDA: In great shape, new t iming belt, water pump, al l m a i n t e n a n c e t o d a t e , I T V g o o d, great l i tt le fuel- eff ic ient car, 68K miles, 5-doors, €3,800, 653-78-0296.

TOYOTA PREVIA: 7-seater, in great shape, gasoline, 79K miles, burgundy, €3,200, ITV good, all maintenance

a n d d e t a i l i n g o f a n y v e h i c l e . Please call Merchi at 675-13-5235.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Dog sitting, lots of experience who loves animals. Home care provider lots of experience. Worked in the States for 7 years. First aid, CPR and courses in child abuse detection, safety, learning environment and health, exc. references with lots of children and elderly experience, has transportation, excellent spoken English. Call Inma at 617-18-3881.

L O S T A N D F O U N DDo you think you lost or misplaced something? NAVSTA Rota Lost and Found may have it! We currently have lost property in our inventory. If you have lost or misplaced personal items please contact 727-LAWS (5297) and ask for a Lost and Found Custodian to identify/claim your item. We will try to contact owners of lost items if there are personal identifiers available. All items will be disposed of after 90 days.

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HRO: Emergency management officer, GS-0301-12, closes Thursday; Logistics management specialist, GS-0346-11, closes Tuesday. SPANISH POSITIONS: Automotive mechanic, MN-5, closes Monday; Customer service clerk, R-5, closes Jan. 28; Administrative Clerk (OA), EA-4, closes Jan. 29; Sales clerk (specialty), R-5, closes Jan. 30; and, Teller, EA-4, closes Feb. 2. Customer service hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk-in hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Appointments can be made from noon to 4 p.m. Call 727-1643 for more info

MWR: C YP assistant, C Y-I/II (f lex); CYP assistant, CY-II (part-time); CYP assistant, CY-I/II (full time); Cashier, NF-091 (flex); Club operations assistant, NF-02 (flex); Bartender, NA-03 (flex); Recreation aide NF-01 (f lex); and, Recreation assistant (located in Madrid) NF-02 (flex). Applications and forms can be downloaded and submitted t h r o u g h R o t a M W R ' s w e b s i t e b y visit ing http://www.rotamwr.com. No need to come to the office, fill it out and submit it all from your home.


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