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• How 9/11 Changed Changed a Teacher's Life

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From 10,000 feet, we appear to be doing well as an installation when it comes to D.U.I.’s. Last

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It’s simple, really, but you have to execute that good plan.

If you choose not to drink, that is great. There are many activities available on and off base that don’t involve drinking. The gym is open in the evenings and on weekends, the beach is open year round and MWR and ITT constantly have excursions out in town so you can go enjoy the Spanish culture – not the bar culture.

Leaders, you have resources at your disposal for training your part of our Rota team - whether you lead service members, family members or DoD civil-ians. The Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor is one of those resources. He is available to come to your work center to provide targeted training if you want it.

We’re asking all of you to make solid plans, and then to execute those plans. It’s up to you, and you will reap the benefits or potentially lose your benefits by the decisions that you make.

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In September 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week, which was observed during the week that included Sept. 15 and Sept. 16. The observance was expanded in 1988 by Congress to a month-long celebration (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15), effective the following year. America celebrates the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration, because it is the anniversary of indepen-dence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In

addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their indepen-dence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively.

As of April 1, 2010, the estimated Hispanic popu-lation of the United States was 50.5 million, making people of Hispanic origin the nation’s largest ethnic or race minority.

Hispanics constituted 16.3 percent of the nation’s total population.

According to the 2010 U.S. Census, Hispanics of Mexican, Puerto Rican, and Cuban descent remain the nation's three largest Hispanic country-of-origin groups.

However, while the relative position of these groups has remained unchanged since 2000, the next four Hispanic subgroups — Salvadorans, Dominicans, Guatemalans, and Colombians — grew faster during the last decade.

More than one of every two people added to the nation’s population between July 1, 2008 and July 1, 2009 was Hispanic.

132.8 million is the projected Hispanic population of the United States by July 1, 2050. According to this projection, Hispanics will constitute 30 percent of the nation’s population by that date.

President Barack Obama said in his 2010 Presi-dential Proclamation honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month,

“...As members of the armed forces, heroic Hispanic men and women have also fought and died to defend the liberties and security of the United States in every war since the American Revolution, many serving before becoming American citizens.”

“This month, we honor Hispanics for enriching the fabric of America, even as we recognize and rededi-cate ourselves to addressing the challenges to equality and opportunity that many Hispanics still face.

In reflecting on our Nation's rich Hispanic heritage, let us take pride in our unique and vibrant history, and recommit to a shared future of freedom, prosperity, and opportunity for all.”

— President Barack Obama

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WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Department of the Navy (DON) urges its employees and applicants to shift from Civilian Hiring and Recruitment Tool (CHART) to USA-JOBS prior to Sept. 30.

The transition to USAJOBS, a one-stop source for posting and receiving applications for all DON job an-nouncements, is a key component to ongoing efforts across the DON to reform and streamline the hiring process.

In the next phase of the transition, operation of the DON's online application system, CHART, will cease. CHART will no longer be available to external applicants beginning Oct. 12.

"We encourage employees and applicants for Depart-ment of Navy jobs to create new accounts and move their resumé details to USAJOBS by Sept. 30, since USAJOBS will be unavailable Oct. 6 - 12 for updates and maintenance," said Jean Mercer, director of Human Re-sources Systems and Business Transformation for DON.

Mercer and the DON hiring reform team have put together a fact sheet outlining how to transfer information from CHART to USAJOBS in five easy steps.

"When applicants and employees move or create new resumes on USAJOBS, it's a great time to review and update their information. Since USAJOBS will store up to five resumes, it is an opportunity to create resumes to support multiple job announcements," says Mercer.

The fact sheet outlining the key steps to transfer in-formation is available at www.public.navy.mil/DONHR/employment/hiringreform - the CHART system will not be available for external applicants after Oct. 12. Tips for creating a powerful resumé also are available on the DONHR portal at www.public.navy.mil/DONHR/employ-ment/CivJobOpps/pages/AllAboutYou.aspx.

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“I was only 11 when the attack happened, therefore I was unaware of the significance of this event. Seeing the second tower de-stroyed by a plane and people jumping from the top was a very devastated sight for me. All I could think was that I was witnessing his-tory being made right in front of my eyes, and that is something that I would never forget.”

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Sept. 11, 2001 was a terrible day for families, the country and all military members. This event really put into perspective the important role that the military has in defending the na-tion and identifying threats. That day was the turning point that gave us the military as we know it to this day.”

“On Sept. 11 I realized that as a military member I need to always stay on my toes and be prepared for the unexpected and always be aware of what is going on around me. The military and its members are doing an exceptional job staying prepared.”

“Just like the majority of the country, I was devastated by the senseless loss of lives of so many innocent victims on Sept. 11, 2001. I continue to feel the pain that I felt on that day. I use that to motivate me and my Sailors every day, and to let them know not to ever forget those who sacrificed their lives for this country.”

SN Tevin WhitleyPostal Window Clerk

MAC Maurice StiggerPhysical Security Officer

MAC Kevin OneyForce Protection Officer

Maj. CobbCommander, Fast Company Europe

On Sept. 11, 2001, I stood in a middle school pre-engineering lab in Grapevine, Texas and tried to explain to my innocent 7th and 8th graders that their world had just changed and would never be the same. 9/11 would profoundly affect many of these students and their par-ents, but my life would also take a turn that I never expected.

Growing up, I knew what it meant to serve. My mom and dad were both veterans. My dad served in the Pacific with the Navy as well as in the Korean conflict as a member of the U.S. Army, and my mom in Washington D.C. as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard. My brother was with the Army in Germany. Patriotism and service to the United States of America was always there. All of my uncles and many of my aunts were also veterans of World War II, it's what their generation did.

I had my heart set on joining the military, but a horrific water skiing ac-cident and subsequent knee surgery when I was 18 years old put an end to that dream for me. The Marine recruiter I had been working with just shook his head and tore up my paperwork when I hobbled up on crutches with a cast from my hip to my toe. I knew that one of my childhood dreams was not going to be realized.

Then, 9/11 happened, it affected all of us and that gnawing desire to serve my country came back stronger than ever. I just did not know how in the world I was going to find a way to work in or for the military.

April 1, 2002 found my mom, my sister and me in Washington, D.C. for the Cherry Blossom Festival. We were some of the first tourists to find our way back to D.C. after the 9/11 disaster at the Pentagon. The scaffolding was still up, the repairs still ongoing. The city was quiet, still in mourning. It was the first time my mom had been back since she was stationed there in 1942, and

as she took us through the Roosevelt Memorial running along the Tidal Basin, I listened to her stories of the war, her visit to the White House, tea with Elea-nor Roosevelt, marching in President Roosevelt's funeral - I had to find a way to serve my country.

I had friends who had taught for DoDEA many years ago, and they had suggested it to me in passing, but I never knew anything about DoDEA schools. I went to the Web site and found myself mesmerized and before I knew it, I was sending in my application, requesting recommendations from former principals and friends. I had a terrific job and awe-some students, but I knew something else was out there. The waiting game was on.

The school year in Texas ended on May 24 in 2002. I took my cheerlead-ers to camp and was looking forward to school year 2003/2004. In the back of my mind, I was disappointed I had not heard anything from DoDEA, but I knew I had applied late and maybe it would happen next year.

At 7:30 a.m. on Monday, June 3rd, 2002, I received a call from E.B. Staf-ford, the principal of DGF High School in Rota, Spain. He asked me if I would like to come and teach in Spain. I knew the door I had been looking for had just opened, and I knew I had to walk through.

About two months later, I landed in Jerez, Spain and said hello to the life 9/11 had created for me.

I have been here in Rota teaching at DGF High School for 10 years now, and I cannot imagine missing a single minute of this. It has been and still is my privilege to teach and mentor the sons and daughters of the civilian and military personnel who sacrifice so much of themselves for our county. It isn’t what I had in mind on Sept. 11, 2001, but I finally got my chance to serve my coun-try, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Ruthanne Bloyd teaches mathematics and is the varsity cheerleader head coach at David Glasgow Farragut Middle and High School. The events of 9/11 changed her life and are the reason she became a teacher for DoDEA.

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A crew from NASA’s Johnson Space Center landed their NASA WB-57 High Altitude Research aircraft at Naval Station Rota, Spain recently.

NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Hous-ton, Texas is the home of the NASA WB-57 High Altitude Research Program. Two fully-operational WB-57 aircraft are based near JSC at Ellington Field. Both aircraft have been flying research mis-sions since the early 1960s, and they continue to be an asset to the scientific community.

The WB-57 is a mid-wing, long-range aircraft capable of operating for extended periods of time, at elevations in excess of 60,000 feet. The WB-57 can remain aloft for more than six hours, flying both day and night. With a range of 2,500 miles, the aircraft can be deployed from the United States to any continent.

Two crew members are positioned at separate tandem stations in the cockpit. The pilot station contains all the essential equipment for flying the aircraft. The sensor operator station contains both navigational equipment and controls for the opera-tion of the payloads and payload support systems located throughout the aircraft.

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(Clockwise from top) Retired M a r i n e C o l . R i c k y H u l l maneuvers a NASA WB-57 High Altitude Research aircraft in take-off position.

Mission Manager Joe Gerky stands-by in the aircraft prior to take off.

John Perry, a NASA WB-57 High Altitude Research aircraft maintainer, conducts start-up checks on the aircraft.

Gerky enters the aircraft to make final preparations for departure from Naval Station Rota.

NASA Space Center Crew Lands at Rota

8 Sept. 15, 2011 C LNEWS

As many of us reflect and honor the more than 3,000 people who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on our nation 10 years ago, one Sailor from Naval Station Rota offered his support by donating $10,000 to the National 9/11 Memorial in New York City, which rests in the footprints of where the twin towers once stood.

Intelligence Specialist 2nd Class Nicandar Men-doza III’s donation came from funds he raised with his non-profit organization Bands for Arms Int’l Inc. More specifically from the sale of one specific brace-let, the September 9/11 Bracelet, which honors

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IS2(SW) Nicanor Mendoza III stands in New York City as he prepares to attend the National 9/11 Memorial benefit dinner Sept. 8. Mendoza donated $10,000 toward the memorial with proceeds he earned from the sale of bracelets from his company Bands for Arms Int’l Inc.

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those that lost their lives that unforgettable day.Bands for Arms was created by Mendoza in Janu-

ary 2010 as a way to support the American service member. By taking used, donated military uniforms and transforming them into specially-designed brace-lets, these bands are sold and proceeds are then distributed to organizations which support the service member, such as the USO, and Project Lifting Spirits.

Although Mendoza’s Bands for Arms has raised more than $60,000 this year, $10,000 was raised with the proceeds from the sale of the September 9/11 Bracelet, specifically to go towards the National 9/11 Memorial.

“I first began thinking about creating the September 9/11 Bracelet back in mid-April, knowing that this year marked the tenth anniversary,” said Mendoza. “Not only was the military affected, but the civilian section of police and firefighters were too, so I incorporated both donated police and firefighter uniforms.”

Mendoza contacted the National 9/11 Memorial marketing team to see if they would be interested in his project to which they said they were humbled by the idea and gave their blessing. The bracelets were made available on the Bands for Arms website and the response was more than Mendoza said he had hoped for.

“I received more than 900 orders for this one de-sign in one day, proving to me of the patriotism and support that resides within our nation,” said Mendoza. “Because of this one day, I was able to make a lump sum donation of $10,000 toward the National 9/11 Memorial.”

Due to the significant amount of Mendoza’s dona-tion, he was invited to attend the 9/11 Memorial Benefit Dinner and a pre-opening of the memorial along with nine guests. The 9/11 Memorial Event Coordinator Adam Lorentzen was impressed that such a small

business surpassed donations of several Fortune 500 companies.

Mendoza invited nine of his Bands for Arms staff members to join him, ensuring each branch of the military was represented and that each member held a key role in the success of Bands for Arms.

“It was an honor to be at the memorial. I cannot even begin to thank Nick for the chance to hang out with the staff and attend the memorable event,” said Intellegence Specialist First Class Cassie Collett, a Bands for Arms representative stationed in Washing-ton D.C. “I'm so proud to be able to sit next to those big-wigs of New York City knowing that we are just normal American military service members who were able to contribute such a significant amount of money that allowed us to attend the event.”

“The $10,000 donation that Bands for Arms made to the memorial shows the commitment of our [Bands for Arms] fans for the memory of those who perished on 9/11 and those who serve our nation,” said Sea-man Kyle Danielsen, the active duty Coast Guard representative stationed in California. “One of my most memorable moments from the dinner was meet-ing some of the firefighters and the main contractor in charge of the memorial.”

The dinner was hosted by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg with many celebrities and politicians in at-tendance such as New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, Diane Sawyer, Barbara Walters and Billy Crystal.

“I had to approach Barbara Walters and shake her hand. As I introduced myself, she noticed my Navy Service Lapel pin and asked me what that was,” said Mendoza. “I I told her I was in the Navy, and I am here because of my company, Bands For Arms. She was very intrigued by the idea and asked to speak with me more about the company and to keep in contact with her.”

(Far Left) Finishing touches are made on the tables at the National 9/11 Memorial benefit dinner.

(Above) Mendoza stands with Bands for Arms staff members as they attend the benefit dinner. Each staff member wore pins from the military service they represent.

(Le f t ) E l l i s No to , a U .S . A rmy representative from Japan, packages bracelet orders while in a hotel room in New York. Mendoza’s staff work around the clock sorting donated uniforms, handcrafting bracelets and packaging the orders for shipment.

(Below) Mendoza poses for a photo with Barbara Walters at the benefit dinner. Walters expressed an interest in the Mendoza’s company and is now a follower on the Bands for Arm’s blog.

For Mendoza and his staff, the most memorable part of the evening was when they were given the opportunity to stitch on the American flag that once stood high above the grounds of the World Trade Center and will become permanently displayed within the 9/11 memorial.

“To hand stitch the American flag which once stood over the rubble upon the attacks on 9/11 was most humbling. To know the flag I stitched once flew over first responders rescuing Americans is an awe in itself,” said Mendoza. “The few stitches I was able to make; upon each stitch, I thought of the fans who bought one of my bracelets, making it possible for me to be doing this. Each stitch made was in honor of the thousands who support Bands For Arms.”

“Hands down my most memorable moment was standing next to the flag that was flown at ground zero then walking up and being able to put a stitch into it,” said U.S. Army Reservist Kimberly Urdahl who is stationed in San Diego, Ca. “It's an experi-ence very few people will ever have the opportunity to do. To physically be a part of history like that is incredible.”

Mendoza’s Bands for Arms selfless donation led him to where the twin towers once stood, staring at the reflection pool where the names of every person who died in the 2001 and 1993 attacks are inscribed into bronze panels that surround it, a compelling symbol of remembrance of the largest loss of life resulting from a foreign attack on American soil and the greatest single loss of rescue personnel in American history.

“I was honored and humbled to be at this mo-mentous memorial to honor our fallen Americans,” said Mendoza.

10 Sept. 15, 2011 C LRELIGION

“It is more blessed to give than to receive.” This is perhaps one of the more recognized passages

from the Bible. T h e w o r d “ b l e s s e d ”

(βλεσσεδ) quite simply and literally means “happy.” At first, this may appear quite contrary to our human nature. We must make great efforts to teach our children to give and share, while they seem to

learn to take and receive quite naturally. And even as we grow, it often seems so natural to think our

Weekly Bible StudyThe weekly Bible study entitled "Transforming Grace" is held every Thursday. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and the study itself runs from 7 - 8 p.m. For more information, contact Chaplain Johnson at robert.d.johnson@eu.navy.mil.

Chapel Job OpeningsThe following two positions are currently available at the Chapel: Protestant Director of Religious Education and Catholic Priest. Contact the Chapel at 727-2161 for more information.

AnnouncementsCall 727-2161 for more information on chapel events.

happiness consists in receiving, rather than giving.But it doesn’t take long for us to start to realize

the deep truth in this axiom – it truly is happier to give than to receive. For when we start to remember where real happiness and joy are found, we realize true and abiding happiness is found in relationships with family, friends and other loved ones - not in receiving material possessions. And we experience some of that same happiness and satisfaction when we can give to anyone whom God brings into our lives.

I encourage you to find places in life to give to those around you. Find those opportunities to give

something special – be it time, talent or treasure – to those you love. Additionally, give to the world around you. There are certainly opportunities to give back to the Rota community and for you to find happiness in giving to this community. The chapel also has opportunities for organizations on base to give service to our larger Spanish community.

So find an opportunity to give. It is the God-given opportunity to find “blessedness” and to find happiness.

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

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Arts in the Park at Sea View PinesThe Rota Community Theater and Musicians presents Arts in the Park, on Saturday beginning at 5 p.m. where you can enjoy a day of food, art, music, culture and more. Contact Branda Roy at rotacommunitytheater@yahoo.com for more information.

Hispanic Dishes Cooking ClassCS1 “Chef Ed” Edgardo Navarro will be highlighting Hispanic recipes Thursday from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Health Promotions Kitchen. Call 727-3851, e-mail heather.jungk@med.navy.mil or stop by the Health Promotions office to sign up and reserve your spot. Class is free and lunch is on us!

Air Force Birthday SaleCelebrate the Air Force birthday Friday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop! All Air Force active duty and retired members receive their items for $1 a bag, plus their first bag is free! Other shoppers get their items for $3 a bag. Bag sale excludes electronics, costumes and baby clothing.

U.S. Embassy Immigrant Visa BriefActive duty military, family members and those who qualify to apply for immigra-tion can sit down one-on-one with an embassy representative during an immigrant visa brief Sept. 30 at the Rota Naval Legal Service Office in building 3293. A question and answer session for any immigration queries will follow the brief, and an appointment for a private meeting is needed. For more information or to make the appointment, contact the NLSO at 727-2531 or 727-2539 or e-mail Manuela.bernallop.sp@eu.navy.mil.

Baby Basics & Breast-feeding ClassesThe NMCRS visiting nurses are scheduled to hold the following classes: Baby Basics, Nov. 2, 11 a.m. - noonBreast-feeding, Wednesday and Nov. 16, 11 a.m. - noonBaby Basics/Breast-feeding Combo, Oct. 27 and Dec. 29, 5 - 7 p.m.Call NMCRS at 727-1614 for more information.

Women’s Soccer Team Needs Players, CoachWomen’s soccer team is seeking new players and a coach. No experience is necessary. Must be 16 years or older. Contact Bea at beatriz.soloriosalgado@med.navy.mil if interested.

Budget for BabyThis class provides expectant parents the resources to become more aware of the costs related to the birth of a child and making better financial choices. Receive a Junior Sea Bag containing Gerber products, a handmade blanket or sweater set and additional free items. Sign up at the NMCRS office in building 3293 or call 727-1614.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings AA meetings are scheduled for every Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. at the base chapel. Call DAPA at 727-2876 for more information.

Prevnar Vaccine is HereThe Prevnar (pneumococcus) vaccine has arrived. Please come to the immuniza-tions clinic at your convenience to get your child’s vaccines updated. Immunization clinic hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8 - 11:30 a.m. and 1 - 3:45 p.m. and Thursday, 8 - 11:30 a.m.

EDIS Screening AvailableAre you concerned your baby isn’t rolling over yet, your toddler isn’t talking or your preschooler doesn’t do what his peers can? The Educational and Developmental Intervention Services can answer your questions about your child, age birth to three. Call 727-4029 or stop by building 1741 Calle Alicante in the housing area.

CCME Scholarship Deadline ExtendedThe Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) has extended the dead-line for this year's scholarship opportunities to Nov. 1. CCME awards 10 $1,000 scholarships to military personnel and spouses. Apply online at http://www.ccmeonline.org/scholarships.aspx. Applications must be filled out completely and accurately to be considered.

Register for UMUC Fall CoursesUniversity of Maryland University College Europe announces registration for on-site and online courses now through Oct. 23. For the complete undergraduate and graduate academic calendar, go to www.ed.umuc.edu/calendars.

UMUC Field Study Courses Explore fascinating locations in europe while earning university credit. Upcoming field study courses include Expatriate Writers in Paris: 1920s and Renaissance Art in Florence. Classes are held Jan. 7 - 14 and registration deadline is Dec. 16. Visit www.ed.umuc.edu/fieldstudy for details.

UMUC Offers Financial Aid OptionsUniversity of Maryland University College Europe offers financial aid including scholarships, grants and book awards. Contact http://www.ed.umuc.edu/finan-cial_aid for more information, visit www.ed.umuc.edu or contact your local UMUC Europe field representative.

UMUC Offers Textbook AwardsUniversity of Maryland University College is offering another $100 textbook award for active duty service members, spouses and family members. Contact your lo-cal UMUC field representative at 727-2917.

STAPAre you an active duty Navy or Marine Corps spouse looking to go to school next semester and don’t qualify for MyCAA? Come to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society to apply for an interest-free loan. Whether you’re taking classes to work toward a degree or certification, we can help! This is an overseas only program, so take advantage while you’re here. Call 727-1614 to make an appointment today.

Prepare for the SAT or ACT NowWith support from NFL and MLB athletes, eKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep Programs worth $200 to service members of all branches. This program is available to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DOD employees and civilians performing military support, as well as their family members. There is a $17.55 fee for registration, shipping and han-dling. Materials may be ordered online at www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-256-4076.

Community News

Navy College

Annual DGF Rota High School Cheer Clinic The awarding winning DGF Varsity cheerleaders will host a cheer clinic Sept. 24, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. All students grades K-8 (ages 5-12) are eligible to attend the clinic and the cost is $40. Registration forms are available in the elementary/high school office and completed registration forms can be returned to Ms. Bloyd in room 46 or Enochia Anderson at the elementary school. You may register at the door the morning the clinic begins.

Early Release for DGF StudentsDGF will have an early release Friday at 11:30 a.m. No lunch will be served that day.

NEX A-OK Student Reward Program Students with a B-grade point average or better may enter a drawing for U.S. Sav-ings Bonds given each quarter. Stop by the NEX with a current report card, fill out an entry card and obtain an A-OK ID, which entitles the student to discount coupons.

DGF Schools

For more information call 727-2921.

No School for DGF Students There will be no school for DGF students Oct. 10 in honor of Columbus Day.

College and Career Fair Volunteers NeededParent volunteers to represent their alma mater are needed for the DGF College and Career Fair Nov. 16, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.at the DGF Multi-Purpose Building. Rep-resentatives from any college, university, community or junior college, or military branch are welcome to help students obtain information from schools all over the U. S. and some in Europe. Contact the school to volunteer or for further informa-tion. All you will need to do ahead of time is to contact the admissions office at your alma mater and ask them to send some informational packets/pamphlets/posters or anything else they would be willing to send. Call 727-4181 or e-mail marcy.bond@eu.dodea.edu for more information.

12 Sept. 15, 2011 C LSPORTS

Sept. 15, 2011 13C L SPORTS

Let The Games BeginDGF VS. Avianoby MC2(SW/AW) TrAviS AlSTon

Friday evening, the David Glasgow Farragut Middle and High School Admirals football team competed against the Aviano Middle and High School Saints in a pre-season footbal l game aboard Naval Station Rota, Spain. The Admirals beat the Saints 26 - 0.

14 Sept. 15, 2011 C LHEALTHBEAT

Influenza continues to be a signifi-cant cause of illness and death in the United States. Each year in the United States, influenza results in more than 25 million reported cases, 150,000 hospitalizations and 24,000 deaths.

Annual vaccination against influ-enza remains a highly-effective mea-sure against serious illness caused by the flu. The influenza virus is un-stable, and new strains are constantly emerging, which is why it is important to receive the flu vaccine every year.

Influenza historically has been a major cause of ill-ness that impacts military operations, and it continues to be so. All active duty and reserve component per-sonnel are required to receive vaccinations against influenza every year. Certain civilian employees, mainly healthcare workers in direct patient care and emergency essential personnel, are also required to receive the influenza vaccination.

The Centers for Disease Control and Preven-tion recommends everyone six months and older receive the flu vaccine each year. It is especially important that the following people get vaccinated either because they are at “high risk” of having seri-ous flu–related complications or because they live with or care for people at high risk for developing flu–related complications:

• Pregnant women• Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old • Persons 65 years of age and older • All adults and children with certain chronic medical conditions (chronic lung disease, heart

Avoid Influenza - Get Vaccinated Today By lt. cMdr. JAMeS BurrIll, dIrectOr Of puBlIc heAlth, uSnhrS preventIve MedIcIne

problems, diabetes, liver disease and kidney disease) • People who live in nursing homes and other long–term care facilities • People who live with or care for those at high risk for complications from flu, to include:

• Health care workers • Household contacts of persons at high risk for complications from the flu • Household contacts and out of home caregivers of children less

than 6 months of age (these children are too young to be vaccinated)

• Emergency essential personnelTwo types of influenza vaccines are being used

for the 2011-12 season. One is a live attenuated nasal inhalation spray vaccine called FluMist, and the other is an injectable inactivated vaccine. FluMist is recommended for most active duty personnel, se-lected Reserve personnel, and civilian beneficiaries aged 2 - 49 unless it is medically contraindicated. Injectable influenza vaccine is primarily for children aged 6 months to 2 years, those more than 50 years old, pregnant women and when FluMist is otherwise contraindicated.

The best way to avoid influenza is to be vacci-nated every year, especially if you are in a high-risk category. If you are a TRICARE non-enrollee at U.S. Naval Hospital Rota, Spain, please stay tuned for timely updates on Facebook and AFN, or you can contact the hospital’s Immunization Department at 727-3464 to see when they will be providing the vaccination.

Naval Hospital Rota (NHR) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety in hospitals and behavioral health care. The accreditation award recognizes NHR’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s current standards.

NHR underwent a rigorous, unannounced on-site survey in June. A team of Joint Commission expert surveyors evaluated NHR for compli-ance with standards of care specific to the needs of patients, including infection prevention and control, leadership and medication management.

"In achieving Joint Commission accreditation, Naval Hopsital Rota has demonstrated its commitment to the highest level of care for its patients," says Mark Pelletier, R.N., M.S., executive director, Hospital Programs, Accreditation and Certification Services, The Joint Commission. “Ac-creditation is a voluntary process, and I commend Naval Hospital Rota for successfully undertaking this challenge to elevate its standard of care and instill confidence in the community it serves.”

"With Joint Commission accreditation, we are making a significant investment in quality on a day-to-day basis from the top down. Joint Commission accreditation provides us a framework to take our organiza-tion to the next level and helps create a culture of excellence,” said Capt. Bruce Laverty, Naval Hospital Rota commanding officer. “Achieving Joint Commission accreditation, for our organization, is a major step toward maintaining excellence and continually improving the care we provide.”

The Joint Commission’s hospital and behavioral health care stan-dards address important functions relating to the care of patients and the management of hospitals. The standards are developed in consultation with health care experts, providers, measurement experts and patients.

The Joint Commission evaluates and accredits more than 18,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. An inde-pendent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission is the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. Learn more about The Joint Commission at www.jointcommission.org or visit the NHR website at www.med.navy.mil/sites/nhrota.

Naval Hospital RotaAwarded Accreditation

Sept. 15, 2011 15C L ACTIVITIES

BullfightsSevilla Bullring – Feria de San MiguelSunday, at 7 p.m., Novel Bullfight (Bullfighters TBD)Sept. 23, at 6 p.m., Bullfight (Bullfighters TBD)Sept. 24, at 6 p.m., Bullfight – “El Cid,” Sebastian Castella, Alejandro TalavanteSept. 25, at 6 p.m., Bullfight – Curro Diaz, “El Juli,” Jose Maria Manzanares, tickets on sale at the bullring

Arts“Todo Sanlucar,” painting display by Juan Medina, until Monday, Sala-Taberna Guerrita, Rubiños street, Sanlucar de Barrameda

“España Oculta,” photo display by Cristina Garcia Rodero, until Sept. 25, Santa Catalina Castle, Cadiz

“Natural Drama,” sculpture display by Chiqui Diaz and Javier Ayarza, until Sept. 30, Parque Metropolitano de Los Toruños, El Puerto de Santa Maria

“La Ceramica de Belen,” traditional ceramic display by “Sis-ters of Belen,” until Sept. 30, La Cartuja Monastery, Jerez de la Frontera, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Permanent photos display by several local artists, Circulo de Artesanos art gallery, San Juan Street, Sanlucar de Bar-rameda, Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ferias/FiestasFeria de la Vendimia, until Sunday, Jerez de la Frontera

Feria de San Miguell, Sept. 28 – Oct. 2, Arcos de la Frontera

Fiestas del Rosario, Sept. 30 – Oct. 7

Activities

Flamenco“Flamencos de El Puerto,” Manuel de los Rios and Antonio Puerto (singers), Jesule del Puerto (guitar player), tomor-row, 9:30 p.m., Auditorium Hospitalito 58, Ganado Street, El Puerto de Santa Maria, tickets 6 euros

Festival de la Buleria, Saturday, 9:30 p.m., bullring, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets 20 euros

Flamenco Show – El Puerto de Santa Maria Thursdays at 9 p.m., El Patio de las Siete Esquinas, Calle Jesus Nazareno 6, Fridays and Saturdays at 10 p.m., Bodega El Algarrobo, Calle Siete Revueltas 7

Flamenco show – Jerez de la Frontera Fridays and Saturdays at 9 p.m., El Lagar del Tio Parrilla, Plaza del Mercado

Flamenco show – Rota, Saturdays at 6 p.m., Bombay Pub, Avenida San Fernando Saturdays and Sundays 11:30 p.m., Mamajuana Pub, at the Marina

Flamenco show – Sanlucar de Barrameda Fridays at 10 p.m., Bodega de Arte “A Contratiempo”

Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces, (How Andalusian Horses Dance), every Thursday at noon, Recreo de las Cadenas, Avda. Duque de Abrantes, Jerez, tickets 19 and 25 euros

Hippie Market, buy, sell and exchange, Ramon y Cajal Street, Sanlucar de Barrameda Sundays, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Flea Market at Jerez de la Frontera, Alameda Vieja (by the Castle), Sundays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit to Doñana National Park – www.visitasdonana.com Ruta Historico Monumental guided tour in El Puerto de Santa Maria, every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m., Calle Palacio de Aranibar 9, by the San Marcos castle

Eat/Drink“Feria de la Tapa” (Tapa Fair), today - Sunday, Plaza de La Cantera, Rota

“Fiesta Gastronomica” (Gastronomic Feast), today – Sun-day, 1:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., Alamada Vieja (by the castle)

Gonzalez Byass Bodega - Jerez de la Frontera, Monday - Saturday at noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Music“Serie Z,” National Rock and Pop Festival, Friday and Saturday, 9:30 p.m., Sala Paul, Paul Street, Jerez

“Bye-Bye Rios,” Miguel Rios in concert, Friday and Sat-urday, 10 p.m., Auditorium Rocio Jurado (Isla Magica), Sevilla, tickets 36 euros

Niña Pastori in concert, Saturday, 9:30 p.m., Palacio de Exposiciones, La Linea de la Concepcion (Cadiz), tickets 20 and 25 euros

Amaral in concert, Oct. 28, Sala Anfiteatro, Punta San Felipe, Cadiz

Castillo de Luna, Rota, weekend guided tours at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., Request tickets in advance at the Tourist Office, Calle Cuna 2

Sevilla, Bullring guided tours, Monday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., tickets 6.50 euros

Sevilla, Reales Alcazares (Moorish Fortress) guided tours, Monday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., tickets 7.50 euros

Sevilla, Cathedral and Giralda guided tours, Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, 2:30 - 6:30 p.m., tickets 8 euros

SportsCordoba Half Marathon, Oct. 2, Marchena (Sevilla) Half Marathon, Oct. 16

National Soccer League-First Division Sevilla F.C. vs. Real Sociedad (San Sebastian), Saturday, at 10 p.m., Sanchez Pizjuan soccer stadium, Sevilla

Real Betis (Sevilla) vs Real Zaragoza, Sept. 22, at 10 p.m., Benito Villamarin soccer stadium, Sevilla

Sept. 15, 2011 17C L COMMUNITY

First of all, good for you for exposing your child to more than one language! Research tells us that learning more than one language, especially as a young child, can have benefi-cial effects on cognition and language skills as adults. It also allows your child to remain close to both cultures in your family and lets your child communicate with monolingual family members.

Children learning more than one language at the same time develop language differently than children learning only one language.

We expect children to understand both languages equally well and nearly as well as their monolingual peers.

We expect bilingual children to start talking a little later than other children.

We expect a bilingual child’s vocabulary to grow in one language first, then the other language should catch up.

We expect bilingual children to be speaking and understanding both languages as well as their monolingual peers by the time they start 1st grade.

It is typical for some children to refuse to speak in one of the languages they are learn-ing, especially as they enter school.

Recommendations for helping your child learn more than one language:

Keep the languages separate. Many families do this by having one parent

speak one language while the other parent speaks the other language with the child.

Another way is to change languages when

By Lisa Lunsford M.A. CCC-SLP, speech-language pathologist, EDIS Early Intervention, USNHRS

Bilingual Families and Childrenyou change activities, such as; lunch in lan-guage 1 and bath time in language 2.

Never rely on videos or CD’s to teach your child a language.

Children, especially those under age 3 learn best by talking to and listening to adults and children around them.

Research shows us that children do not learn a language by watching TV or listening to CD’s.

Encourage your child to not use words from different languages in the same sentence.

There is a time when young children will mix up the words between languages as they learn which words belong to which language.

Simply repeat what your child said in the language you are communicating in at that moment. This way you model the correct words and sentences for your child.

Play “Simon Says” and “Hide and Seek” games with your child. This helps increase his or her understanding of both languages.

Even if your child refuses to speak in one of the languages you are using in your home, keep speaking that language to your child. Your child may not speak it but she or he will understand it.

Introduce your child to children’s books in both languages. This helps them learn not only about the spoken language but the writ-ten one as well.

This is particularly important if one of your child’s languages uses a different alphabet.

Enjoy your bilingual child!

Come and learn cheers, chants and dances taught by the award win-ning DGF Varsity Cheerleaders.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 24Place: DGF elementary gymnasium and multi-purpose roomTime: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: $40 per participant ($35 each for multi-child families)Who: Clinic is open to students in grades K – 8 (ages 5 – 12)What to wear: t-shirt, shorts and gym shoesThe clinic participants will learn four chants, a cheer and a dance. They

will receive a clinic t-shirt, bow and pom pom and be invited to perform at all of the Admirals' home games this year. In addition, they will perform at the homecoming pep rally and pre-game festivities for the Admirals’ 2011 homecoming game on Oct. 15. Morning and afternoon snacks as well as lunch are provided, included in the cost of the camp.

The cheer clinic will end at 3 p.m. Sept. 24 and all junior cheerleaders will be invited to cheer the game that night at the DGF and Sigonella game!

Please complete the registration form below, and return with a check or cash by tomorrow to Ruthanne Bloyd at DGF room 46, to Manolo Sosa in the DGF high school office or Enochia Anderson in the elementary school office. You may pay and register at the door the day of the clinic, but a t-shirt cannot be guaranteed unless you pre-register.

Name______________________________ Grade_____Phone________________________ T shirt size: circle one: YS YM YL

PLEASE PRINT INFORMATION DGF teacher___________________________________ Room number__________________Parent/Sponsor name____________________________ Signature______________________________________Parent email ___________________________________Make checks payable to DGF SAF. We will also accept euros.

DGF Cheer Clinic

18 Sept. 15, 2011 C LPUBLISHER'S CORNER

PUBLISHER’SCORNER

By Karen Lucas, Coastline PublisherkAren@cOAStlIne.e.telefOnIcA.net

607-56-4132

La Abadía: New Souvenir/Gift Shop in RotaCasa Texas México: Real Tex Mex

A new souvenir/gift shop called La Abadía recently opened in Rota. It is located right across from the tourist office in the Castillo de Luna, so it is easy to find. The owner’s aim is to sell a variety of tasteful souvenirs, especially items specific to Rota

that are not easy to find. Here you can find t-shirts, caps, some ceramics, local wines and vinegars, Spanish flags, etc. There are some vintage post cards that got my at-tention. All in all it is worth your time to stop by and see what La Abadía has to offer.

Don’t forget that the Feria de la Tapa starts today in Rota. It is located in La Plaza de la Cantera and runs through Sunday. There are seven restaurants participating; each serving different tapas and vying for prizes. Don’t miss it!

The program is as follows:Tonight 9 p.m. Inaugural Act10 p.m. Live performance by “Musho Gitano”Friday10 p.m. Live performance by “Juan D’ Ana”Saturday 1 – 2:30 p.m. Tasting of Tintilla wine 9 p.m. Awarding of prizes 10 p.m. Live performance by “La Hoguera”Sunday 1 – 2:30 p.m. Tasting of Tintilla wine 9 p.m. Performance by the “Ofelia Márquez” Dance Studio 10 p.m. Closing Ceremony

Casa Texas México opened in June of 1988 and was the first of its kind in this area. The owners are an American couple; she is from Texas. When they first got to Spain in 1987 there were no Mexican food products so they made everything from scratch including corn tortillas, corn chips, flour tortillas and salsas of all types. They even had a farmer in Rota grow jalapeños for them. The owners asked me to pass on this message: “We are forever grateful to all the military (mostly Navy) people who helped us as friends and clients, and we carry many wonderful memories of all of them.

Thanks to all the 'Americanos' coming to our restaurant, the Spaniards became

curious and thus Mexican cuisine was introduced in the area. Today, the factory we started in the 1990's with "Supermex" chips is also going

strong and will soon be moving to an all new factory in Puerto. The restaurant is still serving the same Mexican specialties and great homemade American desserts.”

Stop by and try Casa Texas México! You will feel right at home.Richard of the Asian Restaurant Zen on Avenida de Sevilla in Rota wants to let

Coastline readers know that once the summer tourist season is over, the parking lot in front of the restaurant is available for his customers. If the barrier should be down, he has the remote control to open it for you. Zen serves a variety of Asian food, specializing in Chinese and Thai.

Anything you want me to pass along? Let me hear from you about your favorite places or coming events. I do like hearing from you! Send me an e-mail to Karen@coastline.e.telefonica.net or give me a call at 607-56-4132. Support your paper by supporting the advertisers.

La Abadía recently opened in Rota and is located right across from the tourist office in the Castillo de Luna, where you can find a variety of tasteful souvenirs, especially items specific to Rota that are not easy to find: t-shirts, caps, ceramics, local wines and vinegars and even Spanish flags.

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Resumé Review Friday, 9 - 11 a.m. Have a current job announcement and need your resumé reviewed? Drop off or e-mail your resumé with the job announcement at least 24 hours prior to the review appointment. Individual half-hour sessions are available. Sign up and review your resumé with our specialists.

Retirement TAP WorkshopMonday - Sept. 22, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Explore information about transitioning from the military, job searching, benefits and your responsibilities. If you are retir-ing within the next 24 months, the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) is here to assist you. Contact your command career counselor to sign up.

Spanish for Beginners Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Come and enjoy our 16-hour Spanish course for beginners during September and October. The course is simple and fun and lessons are useful, easy and interesting. The goal is to teach basic communication needs.

Assertive Communication Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Do you having trouble saying “no,” even when you really want to? Do you feel like people walk all over you? Would you like to know yourself and build your self-esteem? Join us and learn practical ways of expressing yourself.

Ten Steps to Federal EmploymentSept. 23, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. The federal government is the largest employer in the U.S. This class will cover the steps you need to make the challenging process of landing a federal job an achievable goal.

Credit ManagementSept. 23, noon - 1 p.m. I owe, I owe, it’s off to work I go. Wondering if you’re us-ing credit appropriately? Find out what determines the cost of credit. Discover your own debt ratio and the warning signs of too much credit.

Saving and InvestingSept. 27, 9 - 10 a.m. Retirement? Kids college? TSP? 401K? This workshop gives you information you need to make an informed decision about your future.

Fleet & Family Support CenterCall 727-3232 to pre-register for all FFSC functions.

Nurturing ParentingSept. 28, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Developed by Stephen J. Bavolek, Ph.D., “Hopes and Fears; Ages and Stages,” is part of the Nurturing Parenting Programs® that provides specific parenting techniques to help parents build trust and self-esteem in their children, engage cooperation and find a helpful approach to discipline.

Smooth MoveSept. 29, 9 - 11 a.m. If you have orders or are getting ready to PCS, you should consider signing up for this course. It is designed for all military personnel, DOD civilian personnel and family members departing the local area. Even if it is your umpteenth PCS, you might get some new and useful information about the PCS process, as well as information about your new duty station. Pre-registration is required.

The purpose of this survey is to evaluate your perception of facilities con-dition as well as the level and quality of services provided in Navy Housing. Housing will use the results and findings of the survey in decision-making processes to ensure they provide you with outstanding facilities and services.

Unaccompanied Sailors can win a $100 gift certificate and family housing residents can win a $250 gift certificate from MWR by filling out the resident satisfaction survey.

Are there areas that need improvement? Housing wants to hear about it. It takes about 10 minutes and your opinion is important.

Help housing serve you better and fill out your Resident Survey.If you need a survey, please e-mail CEL at donfhsurvey@celassociates.

com. CEL can send a new survey code to complete the survey online.

The Resident Satisfaction Survey is Coming Soon

20 Sept. 15, 2011 C LLOCAL(Far Left) Commanding Officer, U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO), Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia, Capt. Chris French, reads an appointment letter as he promotes Lt. Cmdr. Jared Edgar, JAGC, RLSO, Sept. 8.

(Left) Tomasina Edgar smiles at her husband, Lt. Cmdr. Jared Edgar, as she pins on his new rank insignia.

Out &About

(Above) Builder 2nd Class Justin Mitchell (left) and Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Nathan Breen, both Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5, take the E-6 advancement exam, Sept. 1.

(Right) DGF Elementary Principal Walter Wilhoit reads to Miss Rzeznik’s third grade class as he starts off the new school year by introducing himself to the students in each of the classrooms and stresses the joy he has in reading and sharing good books.

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travelerITT ext. 3101UPCOMING TRIPSDate Trip Sign up by Cost (adult/child)Sep 23 Dinner & Flamenco Show Sep 21 $60/$45Sep 24 Sevilla Historical Tour Sep 21 $60/$45Oct 1 Cordoba Self-guided Trip Sep 28 $35Oct 7 Bodega, Dinner & Flamenco Show Oct 5 $75/$45Oct 8-10 Malaga Weekend Self-guided Trip Oct 1 $190Oct 15 Albufeira, Portugal Self-guided Trip Oct 12 $35Oct 22 Vejer Historical & Trafalgar Light House Oct 19 $55/$45Oct 28 Dinner & Flamenco Show Oct 26 $60/$45Oct 29 Arcos Historical Tour Oct 26 $45/$35

CÓRDOBA SELF-GUIDED TRIP October 1. Sign up by Sept 28. $35.La Mezquita was formerly a mosque consisting of several arches, over a hundred columns and is said to be the third largest place of worship in the world. Get away to the famous city of Córdoba and see the sites. In Córdoba you can taste some excellent tapas and spend time shopping. This is a self-guided trip. Cost includes transportation.

OUTDOOR ext. 3101BIKE RIDING IN LA VIA VERDE DE ROTASeptember 20 & Oct 5 & 19. Sign up by Sept 19 & Oct 4 & 18. Free. The Rota’s Greenway is built on the old railway line linking El Puerto de Santa Maria and Sanlucar de Barrameda on their way through the town of Rota.

OVERNIGHT PADDLE SURFING AND KITE SURFING TOURIN TARIFA September 24. Sign up by Sept 21. $195.First day: Kite surf. Starts with the basics and all aspects of kite set-up, tuning, flying technique, rider safety and responsability.

Second day: Paddle Surf. Learn all techniques, safety, balance on the board, basic paddle surf, control board directions, surfing waves and much more...

DISCOVER SCUBA DIVINGIN TARIFAOctober 1. Sign up by Sept 28. $120. Learn the most important rules about water diving and take you on a dive until a maximum depth of 12m. The Discover Scuba Diving experience is led by a professional diving instructor, in order to guarantee the safety and total enjoyment of the activity. The Discover Scuba Diving experience has an approximate duration of 4 hours. No experience required.

MULTIADVENTURE SIERRA DE GRAZALEMA TRIPOctober 8 - 10. Sign up by Oct 5. $265.Climbing, rappel, zip-line and forest orienta-tion, canyon descending Las Buitreras, mountain-biking La Via Verde de la Sierra. Trip includes: transportation, lodging at Casa Rural in Algodonales includes (breakfast, lunch and dinner), all equipment and expert guides. *No experience is necessary.

f leet recreationLIBERTY PROGRAM ext. 2527COSMIC BOWLING NIGHTSeptember 15, 8 - 11 p.m. Join Liberty for a crazy night of black-light bowling with the Liberty staff!

LIBERTY MADDEN CHALLENGE September 15, 6 p.m. Free. Get out of the barracks and come to the Liberty Center and show off your Madden skills. Prizes will be given and snacks will be provided.

OVERNIGHT PADDLE BOARD & KITESURF TRIP IN TARIFA September 24 Sign up by Sept 21. 155. (See Outdoor description).

LIBERTY GOLF DAY September 24. Liberty golfing day includes free green fees and club rentals starting at noon for all eligible single and unaccompa-nied active duty members E6 and below. First come first served due to limited club rentals.

athleticsFITNESS CENTER ext. 256511-12-11 NAVSTA ROTA’S FIRST MARATHON& HALF MARATHONNovember 12, 8 a.m. $15. Ages 18+. Pick up your training information packets today and get started.

BEST SUPPORT STATION CONTEST November 12. We will give out prizes for the best water and/or cheer stations throughout the Bucket List Marathon.

GOLF COURSE ext. 2260LADIES BEGINNING GOLF LEAGUE/CLUBThe Golf Course is sponsoring a Ladies Beginning Golf League/Club that meets and plays every Tuesday at 9: 30 a.m. and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.

ROTA LANES ext. 2112ROTA LANES WEEKLY SPECIALSRota Lanes “Rent A Lane”: $12 for the first

hour and each additional hour for only $10 an hour!

Family Funday Sunday: 6 - 10 p.m. $25. Afterschool Blast: Monday - Friday,

2 - 5 p.m. $1.50 (shoes included).Thursday $5 Special: 4 - 11 p.m. $5 plus

shoe rental.Friday Afternoon Special: 1 - 4 p.m. $10. Cosmic Bowling “Extreme Fire Ball”:

Fridays, 8 p.m. - Midnight. $12.

Lights Out Color Pin Mania: Saturdays,11 a.m. - 11 p.m. $2 per game.

leisureLIBRARY ext. 2418STORYTIMETuesdays, 11:30 a.m. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

September 20, First Day of AutumnSeptember 27, Fun in the rainOctober 4, Zoo Animals

HALLOWEEN BOOKMARK CONTEST 2012Now - October 12. Theme: “By the Light of the Moon”. Ages 6-14, grades 1st - 8th. Entries may be in black and white or color. Sign up at the Library, SAC or JAMS.

youthCDC ext. 1100SPANISH IMMERSION Ages 3-5. It provides activities for preschool children in all the developmental areas of the Curriculum focusing on the Spanish Language and Culture. It runs from8:30 - 11:45 a.m. Lunch will be servedat 11:15 a.m.

PRE-K PROGRAM9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Ages 4-5. The program is designed to foster positive relations, build reading and writing skills, enhance cognitive skills that relate to math, science,and music. It runs for the school year. Lunch is included.

YOUTH SPORTS ext. 4721YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL Registration begins September 19. Cost is $30 / $25 for second child. Ages 6 - 14. Officials and Coaches meeting: October 4, 6 p.m. Opening day is November 5.

MWRCommunity

CLASSESCall 727-2527

Fondant Figures ClassSeptember 29th, 6 - 8 p.m. Sign up by September 8th. $25. Ages 12 and above.

Birthday Cake Class October 6th, 6 - 8 p.m. Ages12 and above. $40.

Children’s Wreath Making Class October 18th, 6 - 7 p.m. Ages 3 and above. $8.

Pre-Ballet ClassesMondays and Wednesdays, 5 - 6 p.m.$70 per month. Ages 3 - 5.

Ballet / Jazz Class$70 per month. 6 - 7 p.m.Ages 5 - 7: Mon & Wed / Ages 8 - 12: Tue & Thu.

Teen and Adult Jazz / Hip HopTuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m. $35 per month.Ages 13 and above.

Contemporary Dance ClassWeds, 7 - 8 p.m. $35/month. Ages 12 and older.

‘Rota Rockers’ Dance TeamTuesdays and Thursdays, 5 - 6 p.m.$70 per month. Ages 8 - 12.

Also check our Piano Lessons for Kids & Adults or our Spanish Language Classes

September 17th,10 a.m. at the Fitness Center.The race can be done individually or as a team.Sign up at the Fitness Center.Cost is $15 and includes T-shirt and food!

6 yrs & below: 25m swim, 1 mile bike & 1/4 mile run.7-10 yrs: 75m swim, 2 mile bike & 1/2 mile run. 11-14 yrs: 150m swim, 3 mile bike & 1 mile run.

s w i m , b i k e & r u n

Call Fitness Center at 727-2565 for details.

FREE

September 21stat the DGF Multi Purpose Room.

Two shows: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.,(the performance is 40 minutes)

USO AND MWR ARE PROUD TO PRESENT THE SESAME STREET 2011 WORLD TOUR!

MWR is looking for talented people that would like to inspire, teach and motivate our community in their artistic abilities.

We are currently looking for qualified Martial Arts, Guitar, Computer (such as Microsoft Office) and Dance instructors.Contact: communityclasses@rotamwr.com or call 727-1382.

INSTRUCTORS NEEDEDThe CDC is offering a new program for childrenages 18-36 months.

The purpose of this program is to offer developmentally appropriate activities in all areas focusing on the Spanish language and culture. Opportunities that will be provided in Spanish include cooking, gross motor, songs, books & games in a safe-excitingenvironment. Spanish will be spoken throughout the session.Limited spaces are available.

If interested, please contact the CDC at 727-1100 for more information.

Starts September 19thMondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays,9 - 11 a.m.

Toddler & Two’sp r o g r a m

( l e t ’ s p l a y )

September 25th9 p.m. at La PlazaAutograph session tofollow the performance.

M W R & N AV Y E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Call 727 - 2527 for details. Free

September 17th4 - 7 p.m. at the DGF Elementary Courtyard

Call 727-4721 for more information

NATIONAL

BGCAKids Day Out

Come out for a fun day in the sun with your family. We will have fun family games, artsand crafts, snacks and give-a-ways!

Thursday, September 15th 5 p.m. Captain America (PG13), 125’ 7:30 p.m. Friends With Benefits (R), 110’

Friday, September 16th 5 p.m. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (PG13), 130’ 8 p.m. Crazy, Stupid, Love (PG13), 118’ 10:30 p.m. Horrible Bosses (R), 93’ Drive-in: 9:30 p.m. Cowboys and Aliens (PG13), 118’

Saturday, September 17th 2:30 p.m. Zookeeper ☻ (PG), 104’ 5 p.m. Captain America (PG13), 125’ 7:30 p.m. Cowboys and Aliens (PG13), 118’ 10:30 p.m. Friends With Benefits (R), 110’ Drive-in: 9:30 p.m. The Smurfs (PG), 103’

Sunday, September 18th 2:30 p.m. The Smurfs (PG), 103’’ 5 p.m. Crazy, Stupid, Love (PG13), 118’ 7:30 p.m. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (PG13), 130’

Monday, September 19th - Wednesday 21st CLOSED

Thursday, September 22nd 5 p.m. Cowboys and Aliens (PG13), 118’ 7:30 p.m. Horrible Bosses ☻ (R), 93’

Friday, September 23rd 2:30 p.m. Winnie the Pooh ☻ (PG), 104’ 5 p.m. Friends With Benefits (R), 110’ 7:30 p.m. Rise of the Planet of the Apes (PG13), 105’ 10 p.m. The Change Up (R), 112’ Drive-in: 9:30 p.m. The Smurfs (PG), 103’

The Change UpStarring: Ryan Reynolds, Jason Bateman, Leslie Mann, Olivia Wilde, Alan Arkin(R) Comedy, 112’

Growing up together, Mitch and Dave were inseparable best friends, but as the years have passed they’ve slowly drifted apart. While Dave is an overworked lawyer, husband and father of three, Mitch has remained a single, quasi-employed man-child who has never met a responsibility he liked. To Mitch, Dave has it all: beautiful wife Jamie, kids who adore him and a high-paying job at a prestigious law firm. To Dave, living Mitch’s stress free life without obligation or consequence would be a dream come true.

The SmurfsStarring: Neil Patrick Harris, Jayma Mays, Hank Azaria, Sofia Vergara, Katy Perry

(PG) Adventure, Animated, Comedy, Family, 103’

chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours--in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.

Rise of the Planet of the Apes (PG13) 105’. Action, Ad-venture, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi. Starring: James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tom Felton. A single act of both compassion and arrogance leads to a war unlike any other--and to the Rise of the Planet of the Apes.

Crazy, Stupid, Love (PG13) 118’. Comedy, Drama, Romance. Starring: Steve Carrell, Ryan Gos-ling, Emma Stone, Julianne Moore, Kevin Bacon. At forty-something, straight-laced Cal Weaver is living the dream--good job, nice house, great kids and marriage to his high school sweetheart. But when Cal learns that his wife, Emily, has cheated on him and wants a divorce, his “perfect” life quickly unravels. Worse, in today’s single world, Cal, who hasn’t dated in de-cades, stands out as the epitome of unsmooth.

Friends With Benefits (R) 110’. Comedy, Romance. Star-ring: Justin Timberlake, Mila Kunis, Patricia Clarkson, Jenna Elfman, Bryan Greenburg. Dylan and Jamie think it’s going to be easy to add the simple act of sex to their friendship, despite what Hollywood romantic comedies would have them believe. They soon discover however that get-ting physical really does always lead to complications.

MWR THEATERS OTHER PICKS THIS WEEK

THIS WEEK

As a reminder to all movie patrons, COMNAVACTSPAINST 1754.3 requires that all minors must have supervised transportation from the theater movies that end after sunset. Minors are prohibited from walking home from the Drive-In after dark.

MWR’s Movie Info Line: 727-2624. Theater Phone Number: 727-2328Check www.rotamwr.com for full listing.

☺Free Showing // ☻Last Showing // Adult Movie

G – General Audiences.PG – Parental Guidance Suggested.PG-13 – Parents Strongly Cautioned.r – restricted.

MOVIE RATINGS

If no patrons arrive within 30 minutes after showtime, movies will be cancelled. Movies are subject to change without notice.

The Change UpGateway Theater,Sept 23rd, 10 p.m.

The SmurfsDrive-In,Sept 17th, 9:30 p.m.Sept 23rd, 9:30 p.m. Gateway Theater,Sept 18th, 2:30 p.m.

Rise of the Planet of the ApesGateway Theater,Sept 23rd, 7:30 p.m.

Crazy, Stupid, LoveGateway TheaterSept 16th, 8 p.m.Sept 18th, 5 p.m.