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laboration skills and help studentsdeal with their strengths andweaknesses as a team.

“One of the special and uniquequalities I bring to the team ismy thinking process,” saidMegan Rogers, a seventh-grade

student at Naples Middle/HighSchool. “Everyone thinks differ-ently, so when we combine ourcritical thinking, we can makesomething great.”

A new tutoring program atNaples Middle/High School ishelping prepare students for col-lege by teaching them teamworkand problem-solving skills.

The Advancement via Indivi -dual Determination (AVID) pro-gram is an extra-curricular tutor-ing program designed to helpmake students self-sufficient andadept at problem-solving, withthe goal of making them compet-itive in a college environment.

As part of the AVID program,students aboard Naval SupportActivity (NSA) Naples meet afterschool to work through toughhomework problems and com-

plete team-building exerciseswith the help of volunteer tutors.

The program aims to increasestudents’ independent thinkingability, a quality that becomeseven more important in college,said Victoria Yee, AVID teacherfor middle school-level students.

“How many times have collegestudents run into trouble becausethe Calculus class was made upof 300 students in a lecture hallwith a professor who doesn’t evenknow their name?” Yee asked.

Students meet once a week for“Motivational Friday” and partici-pate in team-building activities,such as building go-karts with onlytoothpicks, straws, candies andother assorted materials. Theseactivities are designed to build col-

A new food court set to openin March 2013 will bring fournew restaurants to NavalSupport Activity (NSA)Naples’ Capo dichino base.

The new food court, whichwill occupy the former CiaoHall galley building, willinclude an Asian restaurant,a burger joint, an Italianrestaurant and a grilled sand-wich shop.

Additionally, the Subwaysandwich shop and espressobar that now occupy otherspaces on the base will moveinto the new food court.

Below is the complete list ofplanned food court options:

1. Puccino’s: Will includeAme rican breakfast,American pizza, Italianfood and smoothies.

2. Bee Burger: A burgerrestaurant concept basedon the Burger King brandline. Will include a BurgerKing-style broiler for burg-ers.

3. Sushi Raw Bar andGrill: In-house Asianbrand. Will include fish onthe grill, sushi and anAsian line similar toManchu Wok.

4. All from the Grill:Typical American grilledsandwiches, with menuoptions to include PhillyCheesesteak sandwiches,meatball sandwiches,Reuben sandwiches, pas-trami, wraps and salads.

5. Subway.6. Espresso bar.

Salads, fruit cups and otherhealthy choices will also besold at each store, saidHarold Laird, project manag-er with the Navy Exchange.The Navy Ex change negotiat-ed the vendor contracts forthe food court.

Laird said the new facilitywill be a major upgrade toCapodichino’s dining scene.

“The entire dining scenarioat Capodichino will greatlyimprove given its new centrallocation, a true food courtenvironment, and therenewed menu options,”Laird said. “The new array offood concepts being developedonboard Capodichino will cer-tainly enhance our sailors'quality of life.”

Tutoring program aims to helpNaples students get ready for college; more adult tutors neededBy MC2 (SW) John HermanNavy Public Affairs Support Element-EastDetachment Europe

See pages 10-11: the Cappella del tesoro di San Gennaro (Chapel of the treasury of San Gennaro) adjoins the Naples Duomo. thechapel is surmounted by a celestial dome, complete with frescoes depicting holy figures in Paradise. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)

New food courttaking shape By Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor

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Students with Naples Middle/High School’s AVID program worktogether to build a go-kart as part of a team building exercise Oct. 19.(Photo courtesy of Victoria Yee)

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Hospital clinic closures Nov. 23Clinics at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will be

closed Friday, Nov. 23 in observance of theThanksgiving holiday. Emergency department serv-ices and the multi-service ward will operate nor-mally.

As always, you can reach your primary careprovider via the RelayHealth secure messaging sys-tem (www.relayhealth.com), or seek informationfrom the Nurse Advice Line at 800-877-660. Formore information, visit the Medical Home Port athttp://www.med.navy.mil/sites/napoli/Pages/MedHome.aspx.

237th U.S. Marine Corps Birthday BallNov. 9

The 237th U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Ball willtake place Friday, Nov. 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. atthe Grand Hotel Vanvitelli in Caserta. For moreinformation, e-mail jeff.delacruz@eu.navy.mil orsean.kaiser@eu.navy.mil.

‘Running of the Mo’s’ 5K charity raceNov. 10

The Naples C4I First Class Petty OfficersAssociation will host a 5K run on the Support Siteat noon Saturday, Nov. 10. Proceeds from the racewill go toward the Movember Foundation, whichsupports prostate cancer and testicular cancerresearch. All race participants will receive a freemustache and race bib the day of the event.Registration is possible by making a $10 donation

through the website us.movember.com/team/421973, or by registering in person the day of therace. The race will begin outside of the Support SiteFit Forum. For more information, e-mail scott.wul-wick@eu.navy.mil.

Applied Suicide Intervention SkillsTraining Nov. 7-8

In this workshop you will have an opportunity toexplore your experiences with and your attitudesabout suicide. You will also have an opportunity tobetter understand the needs of a person at risk ofsuicide and learn how to use suicide first-aid tomeet those needs. This workshop will be held at theNaval Support Activity Naples Support Site. If youare interested in attending or if you have any ques-tions, please contact one of your ASIST trainers inthe CREDO office at 081-568-5255/626-5255.

Dental clinic celebrates retiree appreciation day Nov. 8

In honor of Veterans Day, the U.S. Naval HospitalNaples Dental Clinic has set aside Thursday, Nov. 8for military retiree dental exams and cleanings. Asthere are only a limited number of appointmentsavailable, this service is restricted to militaryretirees only.

This is a special day, as retirees, their family mem-bers and members of NATO forces are routinely seenonly on a standby basis. Active duty service membersand their dependents have priority and receivescheduled appointments. Department of Defensecivilians, GS employees, and their family members

are also eligible for routine care ona standby basis, and are billed forany services rendered. Accordingto Cmdr. Masoud Eghtedari, direc-tor of Dental Services at U.S.Naval Hospital Naples, "Weappreciate our retirees and theirservice to our country. This is justa small way to say thank you forall they have done."

Retirees should call the dentalclinic at 081-811-6007/6008 tomake an appointment, and planon arriving at the dental clinic 15 minutes before their appoint-ment time.

Renewing alt tokens forlocal national employees

Local national employees atNaval Support Activity Naplesmust arrange to renew expiringcomputer access cards (alttokens) a minimum of 60 days inadvance of the card’s expirationdate. To request a renewal,employees can call 081-568-1473.

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From Panorama staff reports

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

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

Happy All Soul’s Day, everyone! Today is theday where the dead are honored across Italyand other countries, so that’s why there arecrowds around the cemeteries in town. OurHalloween events on base went extremely well,as anyone who attended the Spooktacular orthe Seabee Haunted House will tell you. I wasvery impressed with the Seabees “Seven Nightsof Terror” and the staff members of the SecurityDepartment and Morale, Welfare andRecreation. The event garnered an enthusias-tic, costumed crowd, and I appreciated the efforts of all the organizations thatcame together to make Spooktacular a success. Wednesday’s trick-or-treatingalso seemed to go very well, with block party after block party and lots of greatcostumes. The holidays are just beginning here at Naval Support Activity(NSA) Naples, so be on the lookout for opportunities to serve single servicemembers a Thanksgiving dinner, and plan on attending the Holiday TreeLighting event in early December.

The beginning of November means the holiday season is almost upon us, butit also means that the winter weather is here with all the associated chal-lenges of a cold, wet Naples winter. We’ve been conducting the holiday seasonsafety stand downs this week, and I encourage everyone who attended one ofthose sessions to heed the warnings. Slow down on the slick, wet roads, anddo not drive if you’ve been drinking. Have a plan before you start drinking,and stick to that plan. The plan you make once you’ve started drinking isunlikely to be as good as the one you made while sober. Also, remember thosewho don’t have anyone to celebrate the holidays with, and invite them in fora meal and a taste of home. We are all part of the greater military communi-ty here in Naples, and it is especially important to take care of our own at thistime of year. The USO often puts together “taste of home” dinners for our sin-gle sailors, and that’s also a great opportunity to cook a traditional dish for ourcommunity members who may not have family nearby.

This week, we saw a whole lot of news coverage of hurricane Sandy and thedamage to the East Coast. Our thoughts are with those affected communities.This catastrophic event again brings into sharp focus our own need to be pre-pared for disaster. As many of you know, the Campania region is prone to vol-canic and seismic activity, and it’s up to all of us to prepare ourselves and ourfamilies. Make a disaster preparedness kit. Monitor the emergency communi-cation channels: AFN Radio (106.0 FM), NSA’s Facebook page(Facebook.com/NSANaples), and the Command Desktop Notification System(CDNS). Sign up to receive the popup, e-mail, SMS, and voice reports from theCDNS system if you haven’t already. Other communication methods includeAFN TV, PAO Notes, and our CNIC website. Should something happen andyou hear no guidance through our emergency communication channels, yourfirst step should be to stay put in your home with your food, water and emer-gency supplies. If your home is unsafe, make your way to the Support Site or,alternatively, to Carney Park. Please do not come to the base as a matter ofconvenience if your home is safe, as you may strain our relief efforts for thosetruly in need. As always, we will push updates and guidance via all commu-nications paths discussed above and through your commands. NSA maintainsopens lines of communication with the Italian Civil Protection Agency, andwill coordinate closely to determine the best course of action given the emer-gency. In the absence of other guidance, evacuate when directed by Italianauthorities, and update your command and the NFAAS database with yourlocation and contact information. Please take the time when we’re not experi-encing a disaster to prepare yourself and your family.

Wildcat sports are finishing the fall season, and I want to congratulate allthe athletes who competed this year in volleyball, cross country, tennis, andfootball. Members of the boys’ cross country team scored the best they’ve everscored while coming in second behind SHAPE this past weekend, and thegirls’ cross country team took first place. The girl’s volleyball team is seededNo. 1 in Europe, and is competing in Germany this weekend for the champi-onship. Meanwhile, our undefeated football team is up in Germany for thesuper six this weekend, and I know they’ll make us all proud! GO WILDCATS!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Captain’s Corner•• ••

By Capt. Scott Gray

NSA Commanding Officer

Working in N39, Petty OfficerCrismond’s primary job is toreview and process cybersecurity reports from twocommands, ensuring that thefleet commanders areapprised of current andemerging cyber securitythreats. He also trains thestaff of Commander, NavalForces europe-Africa andCommander, U.S. 6th Fleet onthe regulations and proce-dures of operational security.Petty Officer Crismond is alsoan assistant command fitnessleader, leading petty officer ofthe command color guardteam, and is one of four dutysection leaders. He is a hard-charging sailor who is dedi-cated to the mission. (Photo courtesy of Commander,U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs)

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

NOVEMBER EVENTS9 THE 2012 NAPLES AREA MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY BALL

will be held at the Grand Hotel Vanvitelli in Caserta, Italy, Nov. 9. Theevent will celebrate the 237th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps.Attire for Marines: evening dress “B” or blue dress “A.” Army: Armyblue (bow tie). Navy: dinner dress blue jacket or dinner dress blues.Air Force: mess dress. Civilians: black tie. Cocktail hour begins at 5:30 p.m. For tickets contact Sgt. DelaCruz at 081-568-8002 orjeff.delacruz@eu.navy.mil.

10 MOVEMBER 5K Joint the Naples C4I First Class Petty OfficerAssociation for the first-ever Movember 5K Charity Run supportingmen’s health issues and awareness. The race will begin at the SupportSite gym at noon Saturday, Nov. 10. All participants will receive a fakemustache and race bib for the event. Registration costs $10. Theme is“United We Grow: Running of the Mo’s.”

13 WELCOME ABOARD ORIENTATION The Naples OverseasSpouses Club is hosting a Welcome Aboard Orientation Tuesday, Nov. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Navy Lodge, second floor. Allmembers welcome. Free, child-friendly event. Lunch will be served.

14 ASC THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON The American members of theAllied Spouses Club will host their annual Thanksgiving luncheonWednesday, Nov. 14 at the Holiday Inn in Castel Volturno. Tickets are€20 for ASC members and €25 for guests. To register, seal your pay-ment in an envelope with your name, country and “USA Luncheon”written on the outside. Deposit envelopes in the drop box at the Fleetand Family Support Center at the Support Site, or at Tony’s Hardwareat JFC. RSVP to your country rep or to USArep@ASCnaples.net. Thedeadline for tickets and registration is 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9. For moreinformation or to donate a prize, e-mail USArep@ASCnaples.net

15 MONTHLY BABY BASICS CLASS offered by NMCRS visiting nurs-es. Next class is Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Navy-Marine CorpsRelief Society Office, which is located in room G-016 of the Admin IIbuilding at Capodichino. Topics include newborn care (i.e. bundling,diapering & bathing), feeding, crying & comforting, health & safety,etc. Contact NCMRS for registration and information at 081-568-3913.

16 SAT TEST The first SAT test of the academic year will be offered Nov.16 at 7:45 a.m. Sign-up now. Score reports arrive Naples 6 to 8 weeksafter the test date. Call or visit the Naples Navy College Office formore information.

30 PRAXIS TEST REGISTRATION The last day to register with theNavy College Office for the Jan. 24, 2013 PRAXIS test is Nov. 30.Questions? Call or visit the Navy College Office, located on the mainfloor of the Admin II building at Capodichino. You can also contact 081-568-6684/6678 or nco.naples@eu.navy.mil.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDTUTORING OPPORTUNITYDo you want to work hands-on with college-

oriented students? Do you want to make a difference in a student's life?Naples Middle/High School is looking for motivated community memberswith college experience to become AVID (Advancement Via IndividualDetermination) tutors. Training will be provided. Please contact VicePrincipal David Martin at david.martin@eu.dodea.edu or AVIDCounselor Joseph Selina at selina.joseph@eu.dodea.edu.

LA MIMOSA THRIFT STORE, run by the Allied Spouses Club (ASC) atAllied Joint Force Command Naples, is seeking volunteers and dona-tions. The store is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For questions or further information, please contactErika at thriftstoremanager@ascnaples.net.

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

NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 boardmembers. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com.

THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-maildoc@ascnapoli.com.

THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SPOUSES CLUB (NOSC) is seeking mem-bers to serve as volunteers at its thrift store. When the store is open,NOSC members are needed to help with sorting, merchandising, bag-ging, and running the cash register. When the store is closed, we needassistance with preparing the store for shopping. Call us at 081-811-4200or e-mail us at noscitaly@gmail.com to sign up for training.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) NEEDS VOLUNTEER IN STRUCTORS. ARC needs volunteer instructors for various courses.Those interested in becoming instructors can contact the ARC office at081-568-4788.

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

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TTHEHE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……Sailor in the Spotlight: CTR1 (IDW/SW/AW) Adam Crismond

Italian News Briefs•• ••

Compiled by Teresa Merola

Prayer marks 500 years of Michelangelo’sSistine Chapel

The Catholic Church celebrated the 500th anniver-sary of the world-famous Sistine Chapel Wednesdaywith an evening prayer by Pope Benedict XVI.Michelangelo’s work was completed on Oct. 31, 1512,when Pope Julius II celebrated Vespers to mark theevent. Michelangelo took four years to paint thechapel, the walls of which were decorated by a num-ber of Renaissance artists, including Botticelli andPerugino. Michelangelo also decorated the wallbehind the altar; in 1541 he completed the “LastJudgment.” The Sistine Chapel is the place wherepapal conclaves take place. The last restoration of thefrescos was completed in 1994 and took 14 years.

Italians pay homage to Mickey MouseMickey Mouse’s Italian editiorial debut is being

celebrated this week in Lucca, a city in the north-west part of Italy. The Walt Disney Company andLucca Comics and Gamers are celebrating the 80thanniversary of Italian “Topolino” between Nov. 1 and4. The Florentine editor Giuseppe Nerbini printedthe first edition of an Italian Mickey Mouse comicbook with just eight pages in 1932. Nerbini calledhim “Topo Lino” — a play on the Italian word“topolino” which means “little mouse.” Topolinobecame an integral part of many Italians’ childhood.The Italian publisher is issuing a special volume tocelebrate Topolino’s 80th birthday, to include comicstrips from each decade, along with tales andcuriosities that contributed to the history and therise of Topolino. On Dec. 26, with edition number2979 of the comic book, a special celebratory editionwill be released featuring Mickey Mouse as hero ina tale about the history of comic books. Additionally,Milan’s WOW Spazio Fumetti comic museum willcelebrate the anniversary with an exhibit called“History of a Story” from Nov. 15 to Jan. 20.

Italy celebrates Armed Forces Day Nov. 4On Nov. 4, Italians celebrate Armed Forces Day

and the Day of National Unity. Nov. 4 is the onlynational holiday that was maintained during allages of Italy, including during the liberal, Fascist

and republican periods. It’s the anniversary of theend of the First World War. Until 1977 it was a pub-lic holiday, but due to a reform of the calendar ofnational holidays, this holiday now falls on the firstSunday of November. The most important celebra-tions are held in Trento, Trieste and Rome. Eachyear, the President of the Republic of Italy and thehighest ranking officers of the Italian state lay awreath on the Altar of the Unknown Soldier inRome. Another tribute is made at the Shrine ofRedipuglia, which contains the bodies of soldierswho fell between 1915 and 1918 and at the Battle ofVittorio Veneto, the last major confrontation thattook place between Italian and Austro-Hungarianarmies in World War I.

In honor of the holiday, the President of the ItalianRepublic and the Minister of Defense also send amessage of congratulations and gratitude to thearmed forces on behalf on the whole country.

Prosecutors in Sicily using DNA to confirmdeath of bandit

The investigation continues into the death of theSicilian bandit Salvatore Giuliano, who was activein the years following World War II. Giuliano wasreported shot and killed the night of July 4, 1950 ina courtyard outside the city of Palermo. Since then,there have been many questions regarding the offi-cial report of his death. Now, Palermo prosecutorsare looking to end the speculation with a probe intothe identity of the body buried in the tomb. In 2010,the prosecutors started an investigation after a his-torian presented a study concluding that the bodyphotographed in the courtyard might not be the ban-dit. The historian’s conclusion came after he com-pared photographs of the man who died in the court-yard with dozens of photographs and footage ofGiuliano from December 1949. As part of the prose-cutorial investigation, the body of the bandit wasexhumed from Giuliano’s family crypt and is beingtested for DNA to compare with surviving relatives.

Official sources have long held that Giuliano wasbetrayed and gunned down by his cousin, who laterwas poisoned in a Palermo prison. A film onGiuliano’s life was made by director Francesco Rosiin 1962.

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A lovely majolica pharmacy jar painting in Vomero’s San MartinoMonastery Museum depicts the legend of St. Martin of tours, whois honored throughout europe Nov. 11. (Photo by J. Freed)

It’s prime time to be thinking ofour traditional holidays. True,Thanks giving and Christmas

bring the best family reunions in themost colorful and decorative home-scapes, but preparations can also bephysically and emotionally consum-ing. Medical experts note stress reliefdoes wonders for a healthy lifestyle.So, for respite, pull away from themission every now and then and dosomething cultural.

Veterans’ Day and St. MartinIn Italy and many parts of Europe,

Nov. 11 means honoring the soldier-saint St. Martin, loved and remem-bered for his Samaritan deed of cut-ting off half his cloak and offering itto a beggar on a bitterly, cold day inAmiens, France.

To relate the saint to our militaryholiday, it is interesting to know theU.S. Army Quartermaster Corps

Take a break from holiday planning with November events in Campania

(inspired by the French warriors thatcarried the cloak to the battlefield inthe Middle Ages) established theMilitary Order of Saint Martin in1997, declaring the saint their patronand “a fitting symbol for LogisticsWarriors charged with supporting vic-tory now and for all time.” The Orderhas a three-level award program and amedal showing the saint’s humanitar-ian action. Learn more athttp://www.qmfound.com/martin.htm.

In honoring your veteran or anyothers you may know, consider avisit to Vomero’s magnificent St.Martin Monastery Museum, whichhouses lavish artworks in the formermonastery’s church, cloister andpharmacy. Among the majolica phar-macy jar paintings is a beautifuldepiction of the St. Martin legend.While there, plan an hour or more toview the museum’s collections —especially the phenomenalCucciniello Nativity scene — as wellas the complex’s breathtaking Bay ofNaples.

Nov. 11 to Italians also spells theuncorking of the Vino Novello(Young/New Wine), the fermentationof which is said to reach completionthat day. This means an abundance ofwine tastings and village “nectar”fests, which are worth joining to expe-rience local traditions and color.

Ultimately, if entertaining a veter-an with musical inclinations, lookinto the concert this weekend featur-ing a stellar American conductor andmusic director. Also, the classicalballet next week will surely lift spir-its and moods.

ConcertThis weekend, Houston-born musicdirector performs at San Carlo Theater

John Axelrod comes to town withglowing credentials. Besides graduat-ing from Harvard University in 1988,he studied under Leonard Bernstein,and attended the St. PetersburgConservatory in 1996 as well as theAmerican Symphony OrchestraLeague conductors program. Since2000, the 46-year old maestro hasconducted over 130 orchestras in theUnited States, Europe (includingNaples) and Asia, and has held anumber of prestigious positions atEuropean music venues. Currently,he is the conductor and music direc-tor of the Orchestre National desPays de la Loire, based in Nantes andAngers, France.

For his return to Naples, Axelrodwill lead the San Carlo TheaterOrchestra in Gustav Mahler’sSymphony No. 3 in D minor. Also per-forming will be contralto Rinat

Chestnuts are a perfect match for “Young Wine” tastings on Nov. 11 and during the Christmas holi-days. the town of Acerno in the Salerno province is holding a chestnut festival Nov. 10 to 12. (Photoby J. Freed)

Lou Freed is aregular contribu-ting culture andtravel columnist forPanorama.She has traveledand cruised exten-sively in theMediterranean and Northern Europe.Her monthly column offers cultural andtravel insights locally and further afield.

Lou Freed

Italy and Beyond

By Lou Freed

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

Tuesday, Nov. 6 – EASY ITALIAN (9 a.m. – noon) This is an introduction tobasic Italian language and conversation.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN NAPLES (9:30 – 11:30 a.m.)Looking for a job in Naples? This educational session is great for spousesand family members who want to explore the various employment oppor-tunities available in Naples.

STRESS MANAGEMENT 101 (12:30 – 3 p.m.) Stress is a fact of life. StressManagement 101 helps you create work and life strategies to get to ahealthier stress zone.

TRANSPORTATION TO AVERSA (9:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Departs fromthe Support Site) Catch the local bus from Gricignano to Aversa. Visit thetrain and metro stations and learn how to go to Naples, Rome and otherdestinations. Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus tickets fromInformation, Tours and Travel.

COUPON CLUB (1 – 2 p.m.) Do you want to save money on your groceries?You don’t have to be an extreme coupon aficionado to save money. Joinother smart shoppers to sort coupons and discuss cost saving methods tohelp your family.

AL-ANON SUPPORT GROUP (6 – 7 p.m.)

Wednesday, Nov. 7 – STRESS MANAGEMENT SKILLS (12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)Learn about and experiment with relaxation techniques and other copingstrategies to deal with stress.

CHOICES: MANAGING YOUR ANGER (2 – 3 p.m.) A three-session pro-gram focused on skills to manage anger and develop effective communica-tion.

Thursday, Nov. 8 – SMOOTH MOVE (8 a.m. – noon) Don’t let your upcom-ing transfer catch you off guard; start planning today. Note: All non-Navypersonnel may arrive at 9:30 a.m. Call for details. Registration required.

SPOUSE FIT (9 - 11 a.m.; session 9 of 10 ) At the Fit Forum on the SupportSite.

TEVEROLA (MEDI) MALL (9:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Departs from the SupportSite front gate) Experience 100 stores, restaurants, and more, only 10 min-utes from the Support Site. Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus ticketsfrom Information, Tours and Travel.

Friday, Nov. 9 – THE FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT PROCESS (Noon – 3 p.m.) Want to land a federal job? This workshop focuses on the key stepsto gaining federal employment. Topics covered vary from job searchingguides to interview tips. The third hour, hands-on-practice, is optional.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 6 − THE TREASURES OF MARANOLA (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.)This intercultural relations field trip will take us through the narrowstreets of the medieval village of Maranola, located in the mountains ofFormia. We will learn the history of this village, visiting two churches andan olive press. Cost for entry fees is up to €10. We also will have lunch ata local trattoria. Carpool.

Wednesday, Nov. 7 − LUNCHTIME ITALIAN ONBOARD MT. WHITNEY(Noon – 1 p.m.; in CTR 1 aboard Mt. Whitney) This class covers the Italianyou need on daily basis.

ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CLASSES (9 – 10 a.m.)

Friday, Nov. 9 − BATTLEFIELD OF MONTE CAMINO (8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m)We will visit Monte Camino, where the first detachment of the ItalianSpecial Service Force took a German army detachment by surprise duringWorld War II. We will learn about the battle from a local World War IIexpert and then enjoy local specialties at the foot of the mountain. We willneed to walk up the mountain for an hour, so bring water and wear activefootwear. Trip also includes visit to World War II museum. Cost of trip,including lunch, is €15.

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.

Shaham, choirmaster SalvatoreCaputo and Stefania Rinaldi, thechildren’s choirmaster.

Music begins at 8:30 p.m. tomorrowand 6 p.m. on Sunday. Purchaseonline or book through the San CarloTheater at 081-797-2331.

For other musical renditions sched-uled on Nov. 9, 10, 16, 17 and 30 atthe same venue, visit www.teatrosan-carlo.it.

BalletSan Carlo Ballet School’s bicentenarygala makes for an uplifting treat

Though postponed from last month,this bicentennial program should notto be missed Nov. 7 at the San CarloTheater. It will be a great evening ofclassical ballet, featuring young stu-dents as well as dancer guestsGiuseppe Picone and Ambra Vallo.Both are San Carlo Ballet Schoolalumni that have since become signif-icant international performers. Bookonline at www.teatrosancarlo.it orthrough the San Carlo Theater ticketoffice at 081-797-2331.

WinesVino Novello

Taste and fete the light, fruity rednectar linked to St. Martin’s miracleat these towns. A word of advice:some of the festivals may be resched-uled, due to weather, so call the num-bers listed online before taking off.•Scisciano (Naples province) will

hold its “Sagra della pizzette e vinocotto” Nov. 9. to 11. At this event,vendors traditionally sell tagliatellealle boscaiola, baccala fritta andporchetta alongside Vino Novello.Try the village’s unique pizzetta(pie) made with a grape skin-fla-vored crust. The village is nearNola; festivities begin at 7 p.m.each day of the festival. Viewdetails at www.circolosanmartino.itor call 081-519-8731.

•Mignano Monte Lungo (Casertaprovince) will tempt visitors with itslocal specialties — namely, ceci confunghi porcini, pasta e fagioli, cotichee fagioli, and pecora "pezzata"— atits Nov. 10 event called “Inno alNovello” (“Ode to Novello”). The fes-tivities begin at 7 p.m. Log ontowww.prolocomignano.it and link to“Eventi” for more information.

•Marcianise (Caserta province)will bring back the warmth of sum-mer via its “L’estate di SanMartino” event Nov. 10 to 11. Wine,food and music will combine at thisfunction. Details are available atwww.majeutica.it.

•Terranova di Arpaise (Beneventoprovince) invites everyone to expe-rience local culinary treats at its“Festa del vino novello e dei prodot-ti tipici locali” Nov. 11. The event isorganized through the Circolo Arciil Castello. Contact 347-508-6977for details, which should also soonbe posted at www.terranovafossace-ca.com

John Axelrod, a Houston-born conductor and music director, will lead the San Carlo theater Orchestra this week-

end in Naples. (Photo courtesy of San Carlo Theater)

•Procida beckons. If the weathercooperates from Nov. 16 to 18, jumpon one of the ferries for the island’s“Sagra del vino e della cucina,”which will be enhanced by hand-crafts and other artistic products.Check out the ad and other plannedevents at www.facebook.com/turis-moprocida.

Fest of FestsSant’Angelo dei Lombardi, a

lovely Alta Irpinia medieval town inthe Avellino province, will celebrate“La sagra delle sagre” (“Fest ofFests”) from Nov. 17 to 18.

Avellino is known for fine, robustwines, so visitors will find Taurasi,Aglianico and Greco di Tufo fromprestigious cellars there. Mushrooms,truffles, cheese, chestnuts, honey andjams traditionally add lots of gusto tothe affair. At the town’s 10th-centuryLombard castle, local artists will pur-vey wood, wrought iron and ceramiccreations, while musicians entertain.

In addition to the festival offerings,wandering the beautifully recon-structed medieval streets ofSant’Angelo dei Lombardi is achance to step back in time. Thetown rose from the ashes of the cata-strophic Irpinia earthquake that hitthe region in November 1980.Besides the aforementioned castle,the town’s sources of pride includean 11th-century cathedral and the12th-century Goleto Abbey (calledthe Assisi of Irpinia). The town’sname honors its patron saint, St.Michael the Archangel, and recallsthe Lombards that resided in thearea around 1,000 A.D.

For queries, call the town’s Pro Loco

organization at 0827-24-123, 339-271-1049, 347-912-0046 or 340-390-5855. By e-mail, contact prolocoaltir-pinia@ libero.it.

GastronomyChestnuts

Nothing is a better match for the“Young Wine” tastings on Nov. 11 andduring the Christmas holidays thanchestnuts, which are low-fat, gluten-free and rich in vitamin C. While thenuts are prevalent in Mugello nearFlorence, they are equally abundantin Campanian towns, many of whichcelebrated their harvest last month.If you missed those festivals (or youneed more), read on. Acerno (Salerno province) will set

up culinary stands for its “Sagra dellaCastagna e dei prodotti del sotto-bosco” (“Festival of chestnuts andunderbrush products”) from Nov. 10to 11. The festival will also include aparade of horses, a demonstration ofchestnut picking, a contest to find thelargest chestnut collected, a truffle-hunting competition and more. Formore information, visit www.prolo-coacerno.it and click on the link forthe event.

MushroomsSan Leonardo of San Giuseppe

Vesuviano in Naples province is callingall mushroom fans to come by for afeast during the “Sagra dei funghi”Nov. 9 to 10. The town’s annual “Festadella Tammora” (Tambourine Fest) isalso set for the same weekend. Contactthe Comitato Feste San Leonardo atgaetanoiovino@alice.it or at 339-704-4870 for more information.

Buon divertimento!

AFN NAPLES: Donna Vigil, ombudsafn@gmail.comCNE BAND: Holly Ward, cnebandombudsman@hotmail.comCNE- 6th FLEET: Maya Stoltz, c6fombudsman@gmail.comCNREURAFSWA: Sindy Copeland, cnreurafswanaples@hotmail.comCTF SIX THREE & MSCEURAF: Arlene Campbell, ombudsman-

ctf63.msceuraf@yahoo.comCTF SIX NINE & COMSUBGRU EIGHT: Emily Key,

ctf69csg8.ombudsman@gmail.comFLCSI- Naples: Maria Seibel, maie13@yahoo.comJFC: Pending, ombudsmanjfc@gmail.comNSA Naples: Heather Staib-Jerzy, nsa_naples_omb@yahoo.comNCTS: Michelle Cannuli, ombudsmanncts@yahoo.comNSSA DET Naples: Gretchen Bozwell, nssadetnaplesombudsman@

hotmail.comUSNH: Amy Romanowski & Latascia Hamilton, usnh_ombudsman@

hotmail.comU.S. ARMY ELEMENT: Jennifer Molina, jennifer. molina1.civ@mail.milU.S. ARMY ELEMENT - ALPHA COMPANY, U. S. ARMY ELEMENT

- HHC: Alisha Smith, alishasmith0218@ yahoo.comU.S. AIR FORCE ELEMENT: Sonya Cage, usafkeyspousenaples@

yahoo.comU.S. MARINE ELEMENT: Pending, naplesmarineombudsman@

gmail.comUSS MOUNT WHITNEY: Anna Nickell, mtwombudsman@yahoo.comDESRON SIX ZERO: Jennifer Morris, dannyjennx3@yahoo.comCURRENTLY VACANT: NAVFAC SEABEES, RLSO & NLSO

Any spouses who have an interest in becoming an ombudsman shouldcontact Amber Becker at amber.becker@eu.navy.mil.

The ombudsmen program at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples coordinatescommunication of information between service members and their families. Theservice provided by ombudsmen becomes especially critical and helpful duringdeployments. Here is a list of ombudsmen for Naples-area commands.

Naples area ombudsmen and key spouses

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Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 22 at approximately 8:45 a.m.,CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 18 in LagoPatria, Italy. Victim stated that she had parked and secured hervehicle outside of her friend’s residence for approximately two tothree hours, and upon returning to her vehicle she noticed the backseat folded forward and the passenger side rear window broken out.Upon conducting a full inventory of her vehicle she reported thatseveral items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 22 at approximately 9:20 a.m.,CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 21 in Gricignano,Italy. Victim stated that he parked and secured his vehicle, andupon returning to it he noticed that the rear passenger window wasbroken out. Upon conducting a full inventory of his vehicle, hereported that several items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 22 at approximately 11:05 a.m.,CIV reported a vehicle-break in that occurred Oct. 21 in LagoPatria, Italy. Victim stated that he woke up to the sound of someoneyelling. When he looked out his window, he noticed that his car doorwas open and that his dome light was on. He then rushed down tohis courtyard, where he met a witness who stated that he saw fivehooded males with what appeared to be Billy clubs attempting tobreak into multiple vehicles. Upon conducting a full inventory of hisvehicle, he reported that several items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 22 at approximately 1:31 p.m., E-5/USN reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 21 in CastelVolturno, Italy. Victim stated that she heard what she thought wasthe sound of her car alarm going off, and when she went outside toinvestigate she noticed that her front passenger window was bro-ken. Upon conducting a full inventory of her vehicle, she reportedthat several items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 22 at approximately 2:17 p.m.,CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 21 in LagoPatria, Italy. Victim stated that he locked and secured his vehiclethe night before, and upon going out to his vehicle the next morninghe noticed that his glove compartment was open. Upon conductinga full inventory of his vehicle, he reported that several items weremissing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 23 at approximately 12:13 p.m.,O-3/USN reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 19 inPozzuoli, Italy. Victim stated that he parked and secured his vehi-cle overnight, and upon returning to it the next morning he noticedthat the vehicle had been broken into. Upon conducting a full inven-tory of the vehicle, he reported that several items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 25 at approximately 10:05 a.m.,CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred earlier that day inNaples, Italy. Victim stated that he parked his vehicle on anunknown road, and upon returning to it approximately seven hourslater noticed that his passenger’s side door had been pried open andthat papers were thrown about inside the car. Upon conducting afull inventory of his vehicle, he reported that no items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 25 at approximately 11:12 p.m.,E-4/USN reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 24, in LagoPatria, Italy. Victim stated that he left his vehicle unsecured on thestreet in front of his residence and went out to eat with his neigh-bor. Upon returning to his vehicle he noticed that the front passen-ger window was broken out and that items in his vehicle had beenmoved around. Upon conducting a full inventory of his vehicle hereported that no items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 25 at approximately 2:22 p.m.,CIV reported a vehicle break-in that occurred Oct. 23 in Pozzuoli,Italy. Victims stated that she parked and secured her vehicle out-side of a restaurant, and upon finishing dining she went back to hervehicle and noticed that the rear passenger’s side window was bro-ken. Upon conducting a full inventory of her vehicle, she reportedthat several items were missing.

Vehicle Break-In (off base). On Oct. 25 at approximately 10:21 p.m.,E-6/USA reported a vehicle break-in that occurred earlier that dayin Licola, Italy. Victim stated that he parked and secured his vehi-cle, and upon returning to it he noticed that his driver’s side win-dow was smashed. Upon conducting a full inventory of his vehicle,he reported that several items were missing.

Stolen Vehicle (off base). On Oct. 28 at approximately 7:38 a.m., E-7/USN reported a vehicle theft that occurred earlier that day inLago Patria, Italy. Victim stated that she parked and secured hervehicle outside of her residence the night before, and upon wakingup the next day she noticed that her vehicle was no longer in frontof her residence.

Stolen Vehicle (off base). On Oct. 28 at approximately 7:05 p.m., E-5/USN reported a vehicle theft that occurred Oct. 27 inGricignano, Italy. Victim stated that he parked and secured hisvehicle in front of his residence the night before, and upon return-ing to his vehicle the next morning he noticed it was missing.

Weekly crime report forOct. 22-28, 2012– Stolen Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 (3 off base)– Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 (10 off base)– Traffic Accident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 (6 off base)

Continued from Page 1 FOOD COURTConstruction on the updated food court build-

ing is now underway, and is set to be completedsometime in January, said Scott Ingalls, headof the project management branch of the NSANaples Public Works Department.

After that, additional work will need to be com-pleted to construct each restaurant concept insidethe building, Ingalls said. The goal is to have thecompleted food court open in March, he said.

“Everyone is on board to meet or beat thatdate,” Ingalls said.

The goal of building a new food court in theold Capodichino galley building is to consoli-date all the food options that now exist on thebase, Ingalls said. After the new food courtopens, the current restaurants in the CapoLanding food court will ultimately close, free-ing that space for other uses.

While an early design for the new food courtinvolved an eating area covered by a canopy orpergola, the plan has changed since then,Ingalls said.

“That pergola is gone and it’s got some curvedelements that float in the ceiling,” Ingalls said.“I think it is going to be a nice, interestingspace.”

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ASC Thanksgivingluncheon set for Nov. 14

The American members of the Allied Spouses Club (ASC)will host their annual Thanksgiving luncheon onWednesday, Nov. 14 at the Holiday Inn in Castel Volturno.

The luncheon is one way for ASC members from the UnitedStates to share their culture and traditions with members fromother nations.

“Our luncheon is hugely popular with the members,” said LizKnapp, ASC’s publicity coordinator. “We serve turkey and all thetrimmings, but with a local flair. Most Europeans would nevertaste a typical Thanksgiving meal if they weren’t in the U.S. atholiday time. Maybe that’s why our lunch is so well-attended, andgenerates so much excitement among our members.”

The American luncheon is famous for not only the food, but alsofor the gift baskets and donated prizes that guests take home,Knapp added.

“The ASC lunches and raffles are a fun way for us to raise moneyfor our Welfare Fund, and to help our 19 local charities,” she said.

There is ample free parking at the Holiday Inn, and a bus willbe running there from Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples.

Tickets are €20 for ASC members and €25 for guests. To regis-ter, seal your payment in an envelope with your name, countryand “USA Luncheon” written on the outside. Deposit envelopes inthe drop box at the Fleet and Family Support Center at theSupport Site, or at Tony’s Hardware at JFC. RSVP to your coun-try representative or to USArep@ASCnaples.net. The deadline fortickets and registration is 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9.

For more information or to donate a prize, contact MelissaSoucie, ASC’s American representative, at USArep@ASCnaples.net.

From the Allied Spouses Club

Students from Naples Middle/High School proudly present a go-kart they made as part of the school’sAdvancement via Individual Determination (AVID) program. (Photo courtesy of Victoria Yee)

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TUTORING PROGRAM

Yee said the program is notunique to Naples High School. Itis part of a larger program thatfirst started in California almost30 years ago and has since spreadto schools across the UnitedStates.

The program is in need of tutors— currently, the program onlyhas one tutor available to stu-dents. Yee said she hopes to haveat least three for the middleschool level children and two forthe high school level this year.

Tutors form a vital part of theAVID program and make up about40 percent of the curriculum. Oneof the key things tutors help stu-dents with is running studygroups, which Yee said is vital foreffective learning in college.

Students will come to the study

group with a “point of confusion,”which is a problem or difficultythey encounter while doing theirhomework for history, English,math or science. The tutor workswith the student groups toaddress each problem and helpthe students find a solution.

Yee said school regulations hererequire that tutors for the AVIDprogram have some college expe-

rience so they can teach and pre-pare students for college and passon their own college experiences.

Anyone interested in volunteer-ing to tutor should contact DavidMartin, Naples High School’s viceprincipal, or AVID coordinatorSelina Joseph at 081-811-4061.

For more information regardingthe AVID program visitwww.avid.org.

• Medical and immunization records. These records are very impor-tant in case of an emergency. Immunization records are important forschool-age children when you go to enroll the child in school or daycare.

• Birth certificates and Social Security cards. These documentsprove important in many scenarios. It is important that you keep thesein a safe place. Once you arrive at your destination, make sure youreturn these documents to a safe deposit box or fire safe.

• Leave and Earnings Statement (LES). Your LES is a documentcommonly asked for when applying for a home loan or an apartment.

• Marriage certificates or divorce decrees. These documents arenecessary to fix problems in DEERS and with your housing allowance.Like birth certificates and Social Security cards, they should only becarried for short periods of time and returned to a safe after arriving atyour new home.

• Orders. Your orders have important information that may be neededduring your transition. Keep several copies on hand so you are readywhen you are asked to produce them.

• Moving paperwork. Keep information on the moving company, yourtransportation office representative, and your list of household goods.Hopefully you will not need this information; however, you will be pre-pared if you do.

• Insurance information.• Passports.• Power of attorney forms. The original signed and notarized Power

of Attorney may be necessary during you move. This is important forfamilies rotating at different times. Obtain this prior to leaving andexercise caution in your choice of who you grant this power.

• Tax returns. These may prove useful in my uncommon ways. Your TaxReturns provide financial information that may help you budget orapply for Student Financial Aid.

By hand-carrying these documents, you will be prepared for many sce-narios. Be sure to keep the documents safe while traveling by air and putthem in a safety deposit box or fire safe upon arriving at your new sta-tion.

If you do not want to carry all of this paperwork, consider scanning cer-tain documents to keep on a disk or jump drive. Just make sure you keepit in a secure place during your travels and your arrival. Preparation canhelp you have a stress-free move.

From the Fleet and Family Support Center

FFSC Tip of the Week: Documents to keep during your PCS move

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED continuedNAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA is searching for people who

want to lead the PTA during the 2012-2013 school year. PTA boardmembers are elected every year and committee chairs are appointedevery year. If you are interested in a board or chair position, please e-mail Angel Neese at itwife2000@yahoo.com.

NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking boardmembers. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it.

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

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZONCONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to

pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events includemonthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craftactivities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club.

CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support SiteFellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided.We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com orcheck out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples,Italy.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE will take place everySaturday at the Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule isas follows: Sabbath school, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:15 to10:45 a.m.; divine service, 10:45 a.m. to noon. For more information, pleasecontact Paolo at 334-906-0994.

NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREESAnyone inter-ested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 orby 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.

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 for the2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Trainingand support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets 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.

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

THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY(USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing theinterests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you arenot a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tri-pod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315.

THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets everymonth to support families who have chosen to educate their own children.We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ nights out and field trips to exploreBella Napoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Consideringhomeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Mondayat the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poo-dle@ gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit theUniversity of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in theAdmin II building.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays.All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call CarolBorkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296.

WRECK IT RALPH, PG (2D & 3D). Voices by: John C.Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer, Jane Lynch.

Animation, 108 min. Ralph is tired of being overshadowedby Fix-It Felix, the "good guy" star of their arcade gamewho always gets to save the day. But after decades doingthe same thing and seeing all the glory go to Felix, Ralphdecides he's tired of playing the role of a bad guy. He takesmatters into his own massive hands and sets off on a game-hopping journey across the arcade through every genera-tion of video games to prove he's got what it takes to be ahero. But the world of the feisty misfit Vanellope vonSchweetz from the candy-coated cart racing game, SugarRush, is threatened when Ralph accidentally unleashes adeadly enemy that threatens the entire arcade. Will Ralphrealize his dream and save the day before it's too late?

THE POSSESSION, PG-13. Cast: Kyra Sedgwick,Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Madison Davenport, Agam

Darshi, Grant Show. Horror, 91 min. Clyde and StephanieBrenek see little cause for alarm when their youngestdaughter, Em, becomes oddly obsessed with an antiquewooden box she purchased at a yard sale. But as Em'sbehavior becomes increasingly erratic, the couple fears thepresence of a malevolent force in their midst, only to dis-cover that the box was built to contain a dibbuk, a dislocat-ed spirit that inhabits and ultimately devours its humanhost

PREMIUM RUSH, PG-13. Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt,Jamie Chung, Michael Shannon, Dania Ramirez, Aasif

Mandvi. Action/Adventure, 91 min. Dodging speedingcars, crazed cabbies, open doors, and eight million crankypedestrians is all in a day's work for Wilee, the best ofNew York's agile and aggressive bicycle messengers. Ittakes a special breed to ride a “fixie” — a super light-weight, single-gear bike with no brakes and riders whoare equal part skilled cyclists and suicidal nutcases whorisk becoming a smear on the pavement every time theyhead into traffic. But a guy who's used to putting his lifeon the line is about to get more than even he is used towhen a routine delivery turns into a life-or-death chasethrough the streets of Manhattan. When Wilee picks uphis last envelope of the day on a premium rush run, hediscovers this package is different. This time, someone isactually trying to kill him.

HOUSE AT THE END OF THE STREET, PG-13.Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Max Thieriot, Elisabeth

Shue, Nolan Funk, Gil Bellows. Horror and Thriller, 101min. Seeking a fresh start, newly divorced Sarah and herdaughter Elissa find the house of their dreams in a small,upscale, rural town. But when startling and unexplain-able events begin to happen, Sarah and Elissa learn thetown is in the shadows of a chilling secret. Years earlierin the house next door, a daughter killed her parents intheir beds and disappeared, leaving only a brother, Ryan,as the sole survivor. Against Sarah's wishes, Elissa beginsa relationship with the reclusive Ryan — and the closerthey get, the deeper they're all pulled into a mystery moredangerous than they ever imagined.

ARGO, R. Cast: Kyle Chandler, Bryan Cranston, BenAffleck, John Goodman, Clea DuVall. Drama, 120 min.

"Argo" chronicles a life-or-death covert operation to rescuesix Americans that unfolded behind the scenes of the Iranhostage crisis — the truth of which was unknown by thepublic for decades. On November 4, 1979, as the Iranianrevolution reaches its boiling point, militants storm the

U.S. embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage.But, in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage toslip away and find refuge in the home of the Canadianambassador. Knowing it is only a matter of time beforethe six are found out and likely killed, a CIA "exfiltration"specialist named Tony Mendez comes up with a risky planto get them safely out of the country.

PARANORMAN, PG (2D & 3D). Voices by: LeslieMann, Anna Kendrick, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, John

Goodman, Casey Affleck. Animation, 92 min. InParaNorman, a small town comes under siege by zombies.Who can it call? Only misunderstood local boy Norman,who is able to speak with the dead. In addition to the zom-bies, he'll have to take on ghosts, witches and, worst of all,moronic grown-ups, to save his town from a centuries-oldcurse. But this young ghoul whisperer may find his para-normal activities pushed to their otherworldly limits.

FRANKENWEENIE, PG (2D & 3D). Voices by:Catherine O'Hara, Martin Short, Martin Landau,

Charlie Tahan, Atticus Shaffer. Animation, 87 min. Afterunexpectedly losing his beloved dog Sparky, young Victorharnesses the power of science to bring his best friend backto life — with just a few minor adjustments. He tries tohide his home-sewn creation, but when Sparky gets out,Victor's fellow students, teachers and the entire town alllearn that getting a new "leash on life" can be monstrous.

THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY GREEN, PG. Cast:Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, Ron Livingston,

Rosemarie DeWitt, Dianne Wiest. Family and Drama, 104min. "The Odd Life of Timothy Green” is an inspiring,magical story about a happily married couple, Cindy andJim Green, who can't wait to start a family, but can onlydream about what their child would be like. When youngTimothy shows up on their doorstep one stormy night,Cindy and Jim — and their small town of Stanleyville —learn that sometimes the unexpected can bring some oflife's greatest gifts.

HIT AND RUN, R. Cast: Dax Shepard, Kristen Bell,Bradley Cooper, Kristin Chenoweth, Tom Arnold.

Comedy, 100 min. “Hit and Run” is a comedy about ayoung couple that risks it all when they leave their small-town life and embark on a road trip that may lead themtoward the opportunity of a lifetime. Their fast-paced roadtrip grows awkwardly complicated and hilarious whenthey are chased by a friend from the past, a federal mar-shal and a band of misfits.

LAWLESS, R. Cast: Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy, JessicaChastain, Jason Clarke, Dane Dehaan, Mia

Wasikowska. Crime,115 min. The true story of the free-wheelin' Bondurants brothers, bootlegging siblings wholike to take the law into their own hands. Brazen andfearless, these young rebel brothers helped build theAmerican Dream in this exuberant tale of what was tobecome crime's first major gold rush. The youngest broth-er, Jack, fancies himself the next Al Capone; he dreams ofsharp suits, guns, girls and fast cars, no matter the cost.Ambitious and impulsive, he takes the family's small-scale moonshining operation to the big leagues to impressthe gorgeous but off-limits Amish girl, Bertha. The middlebrother, Howard, is the brawling muscle — loyal but reck-less — never one to turn down a taste of white lightning.And eldest brother, Forrest, reluctantly accepts thechanging times with grace and grit, leading the familywith strength of character and silent determination

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, Nov. 24:30 p.m.Wreck It Ralph

PG (3D) Premiere Showing

5:30 p.m.Premium RushPG-13

7 p.m. The PossessionPG-13 Premiere Showing

Saturday, Nov. 33 p.m. Wreck It Ralph

PG4:30 p.m.Premium Rush

PG-136 p.m. ParaNorman, PG

(3D)7 p.mm. Lawless, R

Premiere Showing

Sunday, Nov. 43 p.m. Frankenweenie

PG4:30 p.m.Wreck It Ralph

PG (3D)6 p.m. Hit and Run, R7 p.m. Lawless, R

Monday, Nov. 5 Closed — No Movie

Tuesday, Nov. 6Closed — No Movie

Wednesday, Nov. 74:30 p.m.Frankenweenie, PG

Last Showing5:30 p.m.ParaNorman

PG (3D)7 p.m. Hit and Run, R

Thursday, Nov. 84:30 p.m.Wreck It Ralph

PG (3D)5:30 p.m.The Odd Life of

Timothy Green, PGLast Showing

7 p.m. Argo, R

Friday, Nov. 94:30 p.m.ParaNorman, PG6 p.m. Skyfall, PG-13

Premiere Showing7 p.m. House at the End of

the Street, PG-13,Premiere Showing

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

www.uso.it

Nov. 2 Naples by Night . . . .€ 40Nov. 3 Novello Wine

n’ Chestnuts . . . . . . .€ 20Nov. 4 Sorrento, Vietri and the

Emerald Grotto . . . . .€ 45Nov. 9 Cooking Course on

Mt. Vesuvius . . . . . . .€ 73Nov. 10 Shopping in Rome . .€ 42Nov. 11 Naples Underground and

Pizza Lunch . . . . . . .€ 41

WEEKEND TOURS

USO DAILY TOURS

November 10-11Florence and Pisa . . . . . . . . € 180

December 5-10Christmas Markets in Germany

and Austria. . . . . . . . € 409

December 23-26Christmas in Paris . . . . . . . € 598

December 31 - January 3New Year’s in London . . . . . € 849

tOUrS OPeN tO BOtH U.S. MILItArY

AND NAtO I.D. CArD HOLDerS

MMOREORE IINSIDENSIDE PPAGEAGE……

Movie descriptions No Children Under 10

Admitted to R-Rated Movies

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I’ll admit, I haven’t alwaysbeen a fan of ornate ItalianBaroque churches. In Rome, Ioften find these jewels of theCounter-Reformation disqui-eting, dripping in so muchgilding and polychromaticmarble that you barely knowwhere to look.

But the cathedral of Naplesis different. Walking inside,the colors of the nave are har-monious and soothing, a mix-ture of pure white, gray andsoft brown, with gold leafaccents only where warrant-ed.

While far from simple, thedecoration of the NaplesDuomo isn’t distracting, and I

like that. Gilding is used spar-ingly, drawing visitors’ eyes tothe altar, the magnificent cof-fered ceiling, and the twoorgans placed toward thefront of the church. Restraintis also shown in the whitemarble busts that line thenave, which depict Neapolitanbishops from the 16th and17th centuries. Each seems tobe caught in the moment ofspeaking, gracefully gesturingwith lips parted. It’s the samesense of movement that themaster sculptor GianlorenzoBernini is praised for in hisworks throughout Rome; yetNeapolitan sculptors seem touniversally capture themotion of their subjects, as iftaking a cue from the people ofNaples — people who are con-stantly passionate and con-stantly in motion.

The cathedral saves its mostlavish decoration for what isarguably its most importantroom: the Cappella del Tesorodi San Gennaro, or Chapel ofthe Treasury, which is dedicat-ed to the city’s patron saint,Saint Januarius. It’s a roomthat should be pictured inevery art history book, but forsome reason frequentlyescapes mention.

Though every inch of thechapel is embellished, thespace is small enough that itseems to welcome visitorsinstead of intimidating them.Standing inside, you feel likeyou’re getting a hug from God.Looking up, you find yourselfat the center of a heavenlyuniverse, a swirling paradiseof saints and angels that spi-rals upward and disappears

into a golden mist. The incred-ible trompe l’oeil dome waspainted by Giovanni Lan -franco in the 17th century,and crowns a treasure trove ofsplendid Baroque paintingand sculpture. Indeed, this iscalled the treasury chapel fora reason; it is where Naples’most priceless relics, twoampoules filled with the bloodof San Gennaro, reside.Though the vials of blood arenormally concealed behind thechapel altar, three times peryear they are removed andshown to the people of Naples,who wait for them to miracu-lously liquefy. If they don’t, itis said bad things will befallthe city. More often than not,the liquefaction occurs asexpected, repeating a phenom-enon that scientists have longstruggled to explain.

I was not familiar with thestory of San Gennaro beforemoving to Naples, but thesaint’s powerful connectionwith the city’s history can befelt in every part of his name-sake chapel. On the east altar,the saint is depicted before hisbeheading, which is said tohave taken place in A.D. 305in the city of Pozzuoli, west ofNaples. According to popularbelief, he has intervened tosave the city of Naples severaltimes since then. His influ-ence is credited with sparingthe city from a plague out-break in 1527, a feat thatinspired the construction ofthe chapel. Later, in 1631, hewas credited with saving thecity from an eruption of Mt.Vesuvius. This act secured hisstatus as Naples’ patron saint.

The most sacred place in Naples

Melissa Kabukuru, Panorama editor

Inside the Cappella del tesoro di San Gennaro (Chapel of the treasury of Saint Januarius), visitorscan admire silver busts of saints, along with paintings and sculptures by the greatest Neapolitanartists of the 17th and 18th centuries. Vials containing the blood of San Gennaro are stored behindthe chapel’s high altar. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)

Basking in the

glow of the

Naples Duomo

and its treasury

chapel

Nearly every importantNeapolitan artist contributedto the Treasury Chapel of SanGennaro in the 17th and 18thcenturies, and artists fromother regions left their markas well.

The result is a cohesive med-ley of brilliant marble, workedbronze, silver, and gold, alongwith vibrant frescoes andaltarpieces. Even the black-and-white marble floor wasthe work of renowned sculptorCosimo Fanzago. It’s a placewhere you need to sit down fora moment to take it all in — aside chapel that is truly thefocal point of the NaplesDuomo.

GETTING THEREThe Naples Duomo is located

at Via Duomo, 147. A little bit

north of the cathedral, Line 1of the Naples Metro stops inPiazza Museo, while Line 2stops in Piazza Cavour. Fromeither stop, you can cross ViaForia and head south on ViaDuomo to reach the cathedralin a few minutes. Alter -natively, you can take theAlibus from the CapodichinoAirport to Piazza Garibaldiand walk west from there; theDuomo is about a 20 minute walk from the cen-tral train station. Parking islimited in the area.

IF YOU GOThe Cappella del Tesoro

di San Gennaro is openMonday through Saturdayfrom 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.and from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. OnSundays and holidays, the

treasury chapel is open from8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is freeduring these hours.

You can get into the chapel atany time if you take a tour ofthe Museo del Tesoro (Museumof the Treasury), which is openfrom 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily,except Wednes days. Admissionto the museum costs €7, butincludes access to the treasurychapel, the sacristy rooms anda large collection of churchtreasures. The entrance to themuseum is located just south ofthe church.

The Duomo’s hours are fromroughly 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.and from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.Monday through Saturday. OnSundays, the cathedral is openfrom 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. andfrom 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Above: the Naples Duomo is the centerpiece of worship in the city. While the church itself is ded-icated to Santa Maria Assunta, it also contains treasured relics of Naples’ patron saint, SanGennaro. (Photos by Melissa Kabukuru)

Right: the dome above the Cappella del tesoro di San Gennaro depicts a heavenly paradise pop-ulated by angels, God, Christ and the Virgin. the dome was painted by Giovanni Lanfrancoaround 1643.

the nave of the Naples Duomo is tastefully decorated in earth-colored marble, punctuated withwhite busts of Naples bishops from the 16th and 17th centuries. (Photo by Melissa Kabukuru)

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If you are the victim of a crime, report the incident to Security Dispatch at 081-568-5638.

For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638.

Victoria Krause, ajunior, has been

named the Girls’Volleyball Athlete of theMonth. After only twoweeks of competitiveplay, Victoria wasnamed a Stars &Stripes athlete of theweek for all of women’ssports across Europe.Throughout September,Victoria was a dominat-ing presence on Naples’successful women’s volleyball team, leading theteam with 49 kills and a kill percentage of 44percent. That means she scored a point almosthalf the times she hit. She is also a great defen-sive asset to the Wildcats’ game, tallying up 21digs in only four matches. Off the court, she is agreat leader, constantly encouraging her team-mates. She also competes as a member of theNaples Tiger Sharks swim team, serves as aclass officer for the junior class, and maintainsa high GPA.

John Thibodeau,a junior, has

been named the Boys’Swimming Athlete ofthe Month. Hedeserves recognitionfor his outstandingperformance, practiceethics, sportsmanshipand team work. Thisis John’s first seasonwith the swim teamand he is alreadyproving to be versa-

tile in all strokes and events, with his strengthlying in the long distance events. John trav-eled up to Aviano this month to compete in hisfirst meet of the season. He easily tallied 19points for the team with 2 second-place finish-es in his individual events, and swam stronglegs on the freestyle relay and medley relayteams. John led off for his 200-meter freestylerelay, and swam a qualifying time to earn aberth at the European Forces SwimmingChampionships to be held in Eindhoven,Netherlands. John is a definite asset to theteam; his dedication, hard work, and practiceethics are all qualities that make him standout among his team mates.

Rica Staten, asophomore,

has been named theCheerleadingAthlete of theMonth. Rica is adedicated memberof the fall 2012cheerleading team.She has been anintegral part ofeach practice andgame, stepping upas a leader eventhough she is a first-time cheerleader. She ispicking up stunting, tumbling, and jumps, butshe really shines at being spirited and loud forher teams. You can’t help but watch and listento her at the games — she catches your eye.She also helped lead her group for the youthcheer camp. Rica continues to improve herown skills, while pushing others to improve aswell. Outside of cheerleading, Rica is a mem-ber of the National Junior Honor Society, theModel United Nations, and the FutureEducators of America, as well as a singer andpianist.

Maura Patterson,a freshman, has

been named the Girls’Swimming Athlete of theMonth. Maura standsout among her team-mates for her outstand-ing performance duringthe Tiger Sharks’ firsthome meet Sept. 30.Maura not only had afantastic day of swim-ming, but her positiveattitude and motivation

to excel contributed to the Naples TigerSharks taking first place over the SigonellaSwordfish. Maura set the pace, taking firstplace in all her events and qualifying for theEuropean Forces Swim League championshipsin the 200-meter Individual Medley. Maurapersonally contributed 15 total points for herfirst-place finishes. She also swam solid legson both the freestyle and medley relays, help-ing earn two 1st place finishes and resultingin an additional 14 points to the team total.Maura has contributed to the Naples TigerSharks for the past four years; she continuesto be a strong contender, and a true role modeland mentor to her teammates.

From the Naples High School Athletic Booster Club

September Athletes of the Month

Napoli Nation Fan Club mem-bers attended a soccer game Oct.28 between SSC Napoli andChievo-Verona, during whichthey cheered on the Naples soc-cer team and even had thechance to brush elbows with theplayers.

SSC Napoli won the game by ascore of 1-0, thanks to an amaz-ing goal in the second half byMarek Hamsik, who shot from avery difficult angle just under-neath the opposing goalie'sgrasp. It was a hard-foughtgame, as one Chievo-Veronaplayer was ejected in the secondhalf for a second yellow card,and several shots on goal weredeflected by the Chievo-Veronagoalie. The win helped SSCNapoli kept pace with first-place Juventus; the Naplesteam is now just three pointsbehind.

After the game, Napoli NationFan Club member Spencer Hsuwas lucky enough to meet SSCNapoli goalie Morgan DeSanctis. Spencer is a top-notch

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Answer to last week’s puzzle

Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy,other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain aSojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different froma visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country.

All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person'ssignature is required at the time of application.

NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COM-ING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT.

As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal ServiceOffice (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acqui-sition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy com-mands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFCmust apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office,Building L.

Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 for more information.

Obtaining your Sojourner Permit

U.S. soccer fans visit San Paolo StadiumBy YNC(SW) Daniel Bowen

Napoli Nation Fan Club member Spencer Hsu, shown at StadioSan Paolo Oct. 28 just before SSC Napoli beat Chievo-Verona1-0. (Photo courtesy of Napoli Nation Fan Club)

goalie himself, and plays in townfor Soccer School Juve Domizia.Forza, Spencer!

You can join Napoli Nation FanClub to stay updated on SSC

Napoli information, includingteam news, ways to purchase tick-ets, and chances to chat with otherfans. Join today at www.facebook.com/ groups/USASSCNapoli.

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ICCS Gilfoy (USN ret.) walks in front of one of the e-2 Hawkeyes onboard the USS enterprise Oct. 18.(Photo courtesy of Naples NJROTC)

During an Oct. 18 tour of the USS enterprise, c/PCPO Jacob Bassposes in the commanding officer’s chair aboard the aircraft carrier.(Photo courtesy of Naples NJROTC)

October and Novemberare proving to be busymonths for the Naples

Naval Junior Reserve OfficerTraining Corps (NJROTC).

On Oct. 18, the unit took anall-hands visit to the oldest air-craft carrier in the U.S. Navyarsenal, the USS Enterprise.The cadets truly enjoyed them-selves as they were takenaround the ship, and the cadetofficers and chief selecteeswere able to see the flight roomof the VFA-211 Checkmates.

Speaking of chief selectees,the cadet chiefs program start-ed up Oct. 23.. All c/PO1s havethe option of going through theChief Program. Currently inthis unit there are 15 cadetswho are going through this pro-gram. Additionally, all first-year cadets were promoted tothe rate of E-2 (SeamanApprentice) Oct. 24, and cadetsreceived all the awards theyhad earned up to that time.

Finally, the Naples NJROTCdrill teams are preparing fortheir debut in February. TheArmed Drill Team has started

By c/PCPO Jacob BassNaples NJROTC Public Affairs Officer

A big month for Naples NJROTCup and cadets are alreadypracticing the handling of therifles and the 16 count manualof arms. Along with this, theunarmed drill team has start-ed up and they are currentlypracticing their routine tomake it perfect come February.And last but not least, the RifleMarksman team is starting topractice. The team memberswill take aim in November,

when they have their firstshooting competition.

This coming month is verybig for the NJROTC unit.There are many teams start-ing up, and competitions alongwith promotions. Many cadetsare looking forward to theseevents, as well as to their boot-camp that is coming up inDecember. There will be morenews on that as it develops.

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

PLEASE NOTE: On Monday,Wednesday and Fridays, the followingHRO services will be open only from 9a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.:•ID/CAC CARDS (DD1172-2)•Requests for an Official Passport

(DD1056)•Logistical Support Letters•Work Certificates

CLOSING NOV. 8Facilities Operations Specialist,Ua-1640-02, ANN#44308-469871-AV,Full Time PermanentSupervisory Contract AssuranceSpecialist, Ua-1101-02, ANN#44308-418910-AV, Full Time Per -manent

CANCELLED POSITIONSGeneral Assistant, Ua-0303-05,ANN#40411-476356-JC, Full TimePermanent

If you have any questions, contact thefront desk at 081-568-5409. You canalso contact the HRO Napleshelpdesk at: cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within24 hours, so please be sure to provideyour contact information. Thank youand we appreciate your input,whether negative or positive, so thatwe can find ways to improve the HROservices or continue to provide excel-lent service. As a reminder, an HROrepresentative is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the SupportSite food court area. Please feel free tocome by, pick up a copy of a vacancyannouncement that you may be inter-ested in applying for, or ask ques-tions. If the HRO representative isunable to provide you a response, heor she will bring the question back tothe HRO office and you will be pro-vided an answer or a call back thesame day. The next "Meet & Greet" isfrom 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Nov. 5, 2012.

NON-APPROPRIATEDFUND (NAF) POSITIONSFleet & Family Readiness NAF LocalNaples job announcements withinCNREURAFSWA may be viewed at:www.cnic.navy.mil/Naples/FleetAndFamilyReadiness/AboutFleetAndFamilyReadiness/Jobs/index.htmThe necessary application forms arealso available online. For any ques-tions you have, you may reach us at081-568-5612/4164.

NSA NAPLES POSITIONS,MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS

POSITIONSChild and Youth Programs Assis -tant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#12-159,(Multiple Positions). Flexible/regularpart-time, Child Development Cent -ers, School Age Care, Youth Pro -grams, Capodichino/Support Site.Provides appropriate developmentalcare and instruction for children andyouth ranging in age from 6 weeks to18 years in a Child and YouthProgram setting Performs routine,day-to-day care of infants and chil-dren ranging from 6 weeks to 5 yearsold. Assembles or gathers materialsand equipment necessary to executeSchool Age Care for children rangingfrom 6 years old to 9 years old,School Age Care Pre-Teen for chil-dren ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, and Teen CenterProgram for children ranging from13 years old to 18 years old. Receivesand releases children to/from author-ized parents, guardian.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/SkillsCenter, Support Site. Provides infor-mation concerning facility, operationand regulations. Ensures adherenceto regulations and safety procedures.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01ANN#12-037, flexible part time,Bowling Center, Support Site.Provides oversight of activities andnecessary services to authorizedpatrons.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-042, flexible, Golf Course,Carney Park. Collects green fees(monthly and daily), locker fees andfees for electric cart rentals.Employee will act as starter whenneeded on weekdays and assist whenneeded as cashier. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-044 flexible, NOR Center,Carney Park. Provides and maintainrecreation and athletic equipmentissue.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-104, flexible, FitnessBranch, Capodichino/Support SitePerforms maintenance on varioustypes of recreation and athleticequipment to ensure that all equip-

U.S. POSITIONSFor a current list of U.S. vacanciesand application process informationvisit our website at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm

CLOSING NOV. 5Supervisory Contract Specialist,GS-1102-13, ANN#EUR13-481421-JC, Full Time Permanent

CLOSING NOV. 8Management Analyst, GS-0343-09,ANN#EUR13-478517-AG, Full TimePermanentSupervisory Social Worker, GS-0185-12, ANN#EUR13-461301-AG,Full Time PermanentSupervisory Recreation Specia -list, GS-0188-09, ANN#EUR13-463978-AG, Full Time Permanent

CLOSING NOV. 15Enviromental Engineer, GS-0819-12. ANN#EUR13-484483-AV, FullTime Permanent

CANCELLED POSITIONSSafety and Occupational HealthSpec, GS-0018-12, ANN#EUR13-449295-EG, Full Time PermanentSecretary, GS-0318-07, ANN#EUR13-452456-SC, Full Time Per -manentSupervisory InterdisciplinaryEngineer, GS-08XX/0020-14, ANN#EUR13-463982-AV, Full TimePermanent

U.S COURTESY VACANCYANNOUCEMENTS

Navy Federal Credit Union is hir-ing a part-time Member ServiceRepresentative. Seeking outgoingand service focused individuals toprovide members and prospectivemembers the full range of productsand services offered by Navy FederalCredit Union. Candidates shouldhave teller/cashier experience and/orcustomer service experience thatincludes cash handling, effectiveinterpersonal skills, and the abilityto work in a high-volume customerservice environment. Applicants caninquire at the branch or apply onlineat www.navyfederal.org. To find theonline job listing, select "Careers" atthe bottom of the page and thenselect "Employment Opportunities".Use the Advanced Search button tolocate Job ID 17654.

OPEN CONTINUOUSANNOUNCEMENT

Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN#EUR12-223833-AG, (Multiple Posi -tions), Full Time Permanent, NextCut Off-Date: Nov. 8, 2012

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN)POSITIONS

For a current list of LN vacanciesand application process informationvisit our NEW website at:http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/About/Jobs/index.htm

/CC/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Associateoperates cash registers to recordsales in retail check out areas. Ann#1200036I Sales Clerk/E8A/NF-01/FPT. Closes: Nov. 2,2012. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling ladies apparelto customers and ensuring merchan-dise is properly stocked and dis-played.Ann#120002UG Store Worker/CC/NA-02/Flex. Closes: Nov. 9, 2012.Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs variousduties in connection with merchan-dise including loading, unloading,and verifying of consumer electronicsmerchandise in an Exchange store,storeroom and/or location.

GRICIGNANO MINI MARTAnn#120003AC SupervisorySales Clerk/MM/NF-02/RFT. Clos -es: Nov. 2, 2012. Pay Rate: $9.00-$12.00. Responsible for supervising agroup of associates that sell generalmerchandise to customers exercisingprofessional selling techniques.Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsiblefor selling general merchandise tocustomers and ensuring merchandiseis properly stocked and available.

CAPODICHINO NEX MART

Ann#120002U4 Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Open UntilFilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling general mer-chandise to customers and ensuringmerchandise is properly stocked andavailable.Ann#1200036G Customer ServiceClerk/MM/NF-01/RFT. Closes: Nov.9, 2012. Pay Rate: $9.00-$10.50.Performs a variety of customer serv-ice duties including special orders,

foreign currency exchange, WesternUnion, merchandise returns, etc.

JFC-NATO MINI MARTAnn#1200034W Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Nov. 2,2012. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.Responsible for selling general mer-chandise to customers and ensuringmerchandise is properly stocked andavailable.

LATINA MINI MARTAnn#120002U5 Sales Clerk/MM/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Open untilfilled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$10.00.Responsible for selling general mer-chandise to customers and ensuringmerchandise is properly stocked andavailable.

GAETA MINI MARTAnn#1200036H Retail AnnexOperator/MM/NF-02/Flex- Closes:Nov. 9, 2012. Pay Rate: $10.00-14.00.Responsible for supervising a groupof associates that sell general mer-chandise to customers exercising pro-fessional selling techniques

LOCAL NATIONAL POSITIONS

No Vancancies

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ment is in good condition and safe forpatron use. Open until filled.Recreation Assistant, NF-0189-02,ANN#12-140, flexible, MWRBowling Center, Support Site.Assists in the operation of BowlingCenter and acts as Duty Manager.Establishes events schedules,applies rules and regulations insupervising patron activities. Openuntil filled.Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,ANN#12-155, flexible part time,Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helpsthe customers in the recreation cen-ter with recreational events.Recreation Aid (IntramuralSports), NF-0189-01, ANN#13-007,flexible, Fitness Branch, Capo -dichino/Support Site. Assists thesport coordinator to plan fitnessactivities.

NEX EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITIES

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

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

U.S. NAF POSITIONSAVAILABLE

GRICIGNANO MAIN STOREAnn#120002EF Supervisory Sa -les Clerk/E8A/NF-02/RFT. Closes:Nov. 2, 2012. Rate: $9.00-$12.00.Responsible for supervising a groupof associates that sell ladies apparelwhile exercising professional sellingtechniques.Ann#120003AE Customer Serv -ice Clerk/CS/NF-02/RFT. Closes:Nov. 2, 2012. Pay Rate: $9.00-$10.50.Performs a variety of customer serv-ice duties including special orders,foreign currency exchange, WesternUnion, merchandise returns, etc.Ann#120003FA Sales Clerk/D2/NF-01/RFT. Closes: Nov. 9, 2012.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsiblefor selling jewelry and accessories tocustomers and ensuring merchan-dise is properly stocked and dis-played.Ann#120003FB Sales Clerk/D2/NF-01/RPT. Closes: Nov. 9, 2012.Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsiblefor selling jewelry and accessories tocustomers and ensuring merchan-dise is properly stocked and dis-played.Ann#1200036K Sales Clerk/E2A/NF-01/FPT. Closes: Nov. 2, 2012. PayRate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible forselling men’s apparel to customersand ensuring merchandise is proper-ly stocked and displayed.Ann#120003AF Customer ServiceClerk/CS/NF-01/Flex. Closes: Nov.2, 2012. Pay Rate: $9.00-$10.50.Performs a variety of customer serv-ice duties including special orders,foreign currency exchange, WesternUnion, merchandise returns, etc.Ann#120002U7 Cashier Checker

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