the signature, september 19, 2014

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - It came as a shock. To some, even worse. "Like a ton of bricks dropped on top of my head," said one friend. "I couldn't even breathe when I heard he was dead."

So many from the Sigonella knew Umberto Sciacca. It was sort of hard not to know a man so active and prominent within the community he loved. Survived by his wife, Francesca, and three small children -- Kenya, 6, Mattia, 3, and Syria, 1 -- Sciacca leaves behind not only a beautiful family, but memories and friendships that help paint a picture of the self-made man who rose from pool hand to owner of three local restaurants. Sciacca died last week, just 41-years-and-a-day old; a victim of a tragic motorcycle accident on a side road between NAS 1 and NAS 2. Talented and passionate toward work and family, Sciacca was regarded by several community members as an "artist" who spent countless hours meshing kitchen accoutrements and flavorful ingredients in order to express his culinary passions. Off the clock he was equally devoted to his family. Sciacca's life expired long before anyone would have hoped, but it was a life spent with hardly a day wasted.

"I met Umberto in 1996 when he worked at the pool at Sigonella Inn," recalls Jeff Kinsman, NAS Sigonella's Emergency Operations Center manager who worked as NASSIG's Security Officer in the mid-90s. "He was outgoing, gracious, and a good host who remembered everyone's name. My little boy was obviously too young to be served alcohol at the pool bar, so Umberto would serve him ice cream instead."

Kinsman specifically recalls the day Sciacca told him how he would like to one day run the restaurant at Sigonella Inn that would eventually become Mojitos. When Kinsman returned to Sicily over a decade later "the vision had come true. Sure enough when I came back Umberto was running his own restaurant." Two more restaurant

openings would follow. Casale del Sole, an agriturismo-style eatery that opened its doors in 2012, and then Umberto's, which debuted during the grand opening of the Marinai Community Center only weeks ago.

Local businessman, Nuccio Saglimbeni, knew Sciacca even longer than Kinsman. Twenty-four years ago Saglimbeni met Sciacca while the future restaurateur was working as a driver for temporary lodging shuttling Sailors and their families between the base and the lodging facility in Motta. Saglimbeni was not only a close business associate who sold advertising space in The Signature for Sciacca's restaurants, as his friend he who would visit Umberto’s restaurants nearly every night, stopping by to say hello and talk to his friend. The day before he passed, Saglimbeni helped Sciacca celebrate his 41st birthday. "The thing that sticks out to me most about Umberto was that he was a big corporate man who had absolutely no fear when it came to business," Saglimbeni said. "He was fearless. But I'm telling you ... as much as he loved his work, he loved his family."

Those fortunate to know the man all concluded that he had the ability to be warm to all he came in contact with. Carla Moore and her husband, Alan, met Sciacca in '96 when he was working as a driver. The encounter, Moore said, was unforgettable. "He taught us about local customs, local food, and local hospitality," she said. "We marveled, even then, that this man was worried about us while he sometimes slept in his TLA van because he had worked such long hours. He didn't even have time to go home…As I checked in on his Facebook page these past few years, I saw his family growing and his success growing and was so pleased that the young man who worked so hard seemed to be getting his well-earned reward."

Despite the fruits of all his labor, achievement never seemed to change the man who Moore, Kinsman, and Saglimbeni got to know before he became a success.

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Umberto Sciacca, 1973-2014BY NAS SIGONELLA PUBLIC AffAIRS

SIGONELLA, Sicily (Sept. 16, 2014) Chief petty officer selects sing "Anchors Aweigh" during the Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony in the gym aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, Sept. 16. To see photos of the chiefs receiving their anchors, see page 8. To see more photos, visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/NASSigonella (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)

Meet Sigonella's newest khakissee "Umberto" page 3

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NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICESROMAN CATHOLICSunday■ 9 a.m. Catholic Mass (naS 1 Chapel)

TuESday, WEdnESday & FRIday■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (naS 2 Chapel)Sacraments of Reconciliation/Penance precede each Mass

FRIday■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (naS 1 Chapel)

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Saluti SigonellaIt is my honor to write to you

as Naval Air Station Sigonella’s new Command Master Chief. Let me first thank Command Master Chief Graham and Master Chief Wojtal for all their help, information and support. They truly were AWESOME and I can’t thank both of them enough. I feel blessed to be here and serve with all of you in Sicily. Another HUGE thank you to everyone that has helped my family and I make a smooth transition. Coming from Yokosuka, Japan, we are fully aware how hard it is to make such a big transition and the Sigonella community has made it almost seamless. I challenge every sponsor when a new member of the community is arriving to Sigonella, to make sure the first 72 hours are the best 72 hours they have ever had. Words cannot express how thankful my family and I are for all the support as we get settled in to the community and start to know more people.

As the base Command Master Chief, I am committed to hearing what’s on your mind. There are also a few things that I will ask of each and every military member stationed in Sigonella to think about. A few principles that I believe are important in serving in the military and have helped me achieve many goals.

1. Lead by example - This applies to the most Junior enlisted to the most senior in our community. Leadership can be tough and it truly starts at the junior level. This is like the old saying do on to others as you would want done on you. If you see a piece of trash on the ground please pick it up, if you see a sign falling down, please call someone, when in uniform salute sharply and greet properly.

2. Create opportunities for others to succeed - This also, is from the most junior to the most senior. There are many ways to create opportunities for someone to succeed and by doing this we will not only better the community but also be able to achieve our goals.

3. Have a positive attitude - By having a positive attitude our day will not only be better but the people around us will not be in misery either. Smile, say hello, know that you can achieve success in so many ways, and never give up! Sometimes in the military it is very easy to feel let down or abandoned. This is not always the case but I challenge each and every member of the community

to have a positive attitude! It truly is never as bad as it seems in most cases.

Last I would like to talk about driving safely in Italy. Recently, there have been many close calls and some accidents that could have easily been avoided. Everyone in this community, every family member, every Sailor, Marine, Coast Guardsmen, Airmen and Solider plays such a vital role here that we cannot afford to lose anyone. Please drive safe, pay attention, obey the posted signs and use common sense.

Thank you once again for the warm welcome and letting my family and I be a part of this wonderful community. I look forward to meeting all of you!

USNH Sailors attend 9/11 ceremony in Nissoria

Nissoria, Enna, Sicily- On Sep. 11, 2014, a delegation from the U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, led by Lcdr. Edwardo Weldon, attended the memorial honoring the memory of two Nissoria natives who died in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center (WTC) in New York City. Mayor Armando Glorioso shared the wreath laying and memorial ceremony at the town main square with the local authorities and the Navy guests who were also given a tour of the rural museum which tells the history of the 19th century farmers. Navy representatives also enjoyed an opera and symphonic concert. (Photo by Irene Campanella)

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Fire Prevention Night is focused on promoting our Sigonella community’s attention towards fire safety and prevention. The motto for this year's event is "Be Prepared." Activities include a Smoke House Trainer for kids, Sparky and Luca, children’s firefighting challenge and our first annual Miss and Jr Fire Prevention competition, just to name a few.

Did you know that Fire Prevention Week was declared by President Calvin Coolidge in 1925 and Fire Prevention Nights throughout America focus on annual fire, safety, and awareness campaign sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association.

Mark your calendars and be sure to join us Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Marinai Teen Center so you and your family will “Be Prepared”.

Fire Prevention Night 2014

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Naval Hospital Sigonella has announced the Influenza shot schedule for all community members for the upcoming flu season.

All Active Duty- Sept. 23 - 25, Mass Vaccination Exercise at Flight Line Clinic and Hospital

CDC Staff - Sept. 29DODEA - 30 Sept. - 1 Oct.Marinai Housing front of Teen Center 4 Oct. - 9 a.m - 2 p.m.Front of the NEX 6 Oct. - 2 - 6 p.m.Midtown - 08 Oct. - 3 - 6 p.m.Midtown - 9 Oct. - 1 - 4 p.m.Front of the NEX Oct. 10 - 2- 5 p.m.11 Oct. - 30 Nov. Please report to immunizations for your Flu

Vaccine.

U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella announces 2014 - 2015 Influenza campaign

Navy Ball tickets on sale now

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - The Navy Ball is right around the corner and tickets are now on sale! The event will be held on October 17 at the Sheraton Catania from 6 p.m. - midnight. Prices are:

E1 - E4 $25 E5, E6 and LNs $35 E7 to O3 and GSs $45 O4 and above $55 Transportation to and from the event will be provided.

For those who plan to ride the bus, please arrive early as space is limited. The final bus schedule will be sent out soon.

For more information or to purchase tickets contact the following:

LS1 Richard Fox, [email protected], 624-5482LT Jacob Davis, [email protected], 624-6754ABH1 Glenn Catbagan, [email protected],

624-6294/5200YN1 Wade Benson, [email protected], 624-2075LT Jonah Petrinovic, [email protected], 624-

6571MA2 Ashley Kuhl, [email protected], 624-5177AMC John Hunt, [email protected], 624-6454LSC Zachary Schneider, [email protected].

mil, 624-5137ETC Aaron Smith, [email protected], 624-

5964GM1 Leah Warren, [email protected], 624-2119YN1 Roman Clark, [email protected], 624-2114

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Marinai resident Kirenia Scott struck up a friendship with Sciacca the very first night she and her husband, Travis, took their four young children to eat at Mojitos two years ago. The Scotts began a friendship that night with "a man of few words [who] always had a smile on his face," Scott recalled. "Every time we visited, the moment we walked in he greeted us at the entrance, always making sure we had everything we needed regardless of how busy things were. We always felt as if we were the only ones he was serving when in fact it was always a full house. He was so happy to be a part of our community."

Umberto Sciacca's memory is a living testament to the best of the human heart, mind, and soul. Despite what Moore rightfully defines as a "staggering" loss for the Sigonella family, we can draw sustenance from the man who has left an indelible heritage for this community. He was a man who lived a full life, centered on serving others. What a privilege it is for the greater Sigonella community to have known Umberto Sciacca.

Umberto Sciacca pictured with his kids during his 41st birthday celebration, one day before he passed. On his lap from L to R are his children Syria, 3, Mattia, 1, and Kenya, 6 center) Sciacca passed away in a motorcycle accident near NAS 2 on Sept. 10, 2014. Sciacca was a great friend to Sigonella and successful local restraunateur. He owned three restaurants including the newly opened Umberto's located at the Community Center in Marinai Housing. (Photo by Nuccio Saglimbeni)


C A L E N D A R

SEP/OCT2014

Friday19

Arrivederci Class8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Tiramisu and Panna Cotta Cooking Class

5:30 - 7:30 p.m.ITT

Saturday20Palermo and Monreale

6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.ITT

Hike Lamponi Cave7 a.m. - 5 p.m.Outdoor Rec

Sunday21Ragusa & Donna Fu-

gata Castle7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

ITT

Family Day: Regalbuto Lake

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Outdoor Rec

Monday22

ICR for Newcomers8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Transition GPS8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Tuesday23


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Wednesday24


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Thursday25

Sig Safe9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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VA Representative8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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26Relocation Fair

1:30 - 3 p.m.FFSC

Ombudsman Apprecia-tion Luncheon

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Galley/FFSC

27Siracusa and Seafood

Restaurant8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

ITT

Anberlin Concert8 p.m.

Outside Jox Pub

28Bronte Pistachio Fes-

tival8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

ITT

Marzamemi Boat Tour7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Outdoor Rec

29Boots to Business

8 a.m - 4 p.m.FFSC

30Boots to Business

8 a.m - 4 p.m.FFSC

Your Finances and Lifestyle on the Euro

9 - 10:30 a.m.FFSC

October 1 2 3Command Challenge

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.NAS 2 Turf Field

4 5Budget Bowling Sun-

days11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sparetime Bowling*Every Sunday

FFSC: x4291ITT : x4777, x4396

Liberty/Connections/Take 5: x4246, x5602Outdoor Rec: x4777, x4396 Fitness: x4483, x5243

Midtown 2 Theaters: x4248American Red Cross: x4900

Does your command or organization have an event you’d like to see on the Community Calendar? Email us at [email protected] and let us know!

IMPORTANT EXTENSIONS:

There are two ways to submit feed back to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis.

Visit The Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice.disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. Also, visit NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on " CO Suggestion Box".

The Signature will anonymously publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community. If you are submitting a "BZ", we ask that you provide your name in order for us to properly recognize employee. Please make sure your comments and suggestions are constructive. In other words, "BE NICE ON ICE."

Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box

From: NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer

Dear Sigonella Citizens,The safety and wellness of our children is of the utmost priority to all of us here at NAS

Sigonella, and I want to assure you that we will always make providing a healthy environment for our children at base facilities priority #1. With this in mind, I want to share with you a new Navy program recently enacted. The new policy requires the testing of base drinking water Navy-wide every five years to ensure our children are protected from any harmful effects contaminated drinking water may pose. The policy aligns with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommendation to sample for lead in drinking water at youth program sites and childcare facilities. We will complete this testing before Dec. 31, 2014, and, intend to begin this month.

To be clear, the upcoming testing for lead is simply the Navy's way of being proactive, and transparent, so that our community is both safe and informed. The most recent NAS Sigonella lead testing was August 2013 and showed all of NASSIG's four sampled sites (NAS 1, NAS 2, Marinai, and Niscemi) indicate lead levels well below the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL). In fact, the levels are below half the allotted MCL.

I would like to stress that we are not testing for lead because we have any indication that we have a lead problem at NASSIG. Rather, we are testing for lead as part of a Navy-wide program intended to add an extra level of scrutiny and reassurance that those most vulnerable to lead in water, children, are protected. So, even though current data indicates our youth program sites and childcare facilities are safe, we intend to aggressively sample and analyze the drinking water for lead in specific base locations where our children are likely to consume tap water. The testing, due to its intensity, will identify any potential waterborne lead concerns to our children, allowing us to then take all actions necessary to safeguard the wellness of your children and the rest of our community should we have positive results. Testing samples will be drawn from fountains, faucets, and outlets where water is used for drinking or cooking. As we conduct testing, however, it means that the roughly 500 water samples needed by Dec. 31 will require scheduling and execution, which may cause disruptions inside the facilities where some conduct business. We ask for your patience and cooperation in helping us complete this mandatory and very important testing.

The following locations at our installation will be tested:. Sigonella Middle/High School. Sigonella Elementary School. NEX Food Court. Child Development Center. MarinaiTeen/Tween Center. Midtown. School Age Care CenterIf you would like to learn more, please visit: http://www.piersystem.com/go/doc/4275/2213397.Testing results, updates, and actions necessary to address any concerns will be available on our

website as well as at the front desk of our childcare facilities and affected youth program sites as soon as results are available.

If you have questions, please visit our website, or call 624-6986 or095-86-6986.Please know, we, your entire water production team, are 100% committed to keeping your

drinking water safe and you well-informed.

Most sincerely,

Captain CJ DennisCommanding Officer, NAS Sigonella

Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN

624-CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273,

M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, holidays, or after

office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen

at the hospital or 335-578-8150

if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.

Lead testing for NAS Sigonella


U.S. Navy HEADLINESWhat's happening in Italy in the fall festivals & events not to miss!FEAST OF SANTA ROSALIA AND SAINT PROSPERO IN CENTURIPE

(open through Sept.19) The community of Centuripe, a small ancient town with a Roman heritage

located near Enna, honors Saint Rosalia and Saint Prospero , the town’s patron saints through a spectacular religious festival and the traditional "Fiera degli animali", (animal fair). If you attend the festival make sure you visit the Museo Archeologico Regionale (archeological museum) and the Museo Etno-antropologico (ethnic museum). On Sep. 18 the statue depicting Saint Prospero is carried out in procession to the church of Sant'Agostino and in the afternoon the procession is take throughout the town districts. The traditional "Fiera di San Prospero" (Saint Prospero’s Fair) is held and a holy mass is celebrated. For more information and detailed schedules visit www. comune.centuripe.en.it

FIERA DI SETTEMBRE IN PATERNO(open through September 28) The city of Paternò hosts the traditional arts and crafts fair that will be kicking

off tonight at Villa Moncada (public gardens). Fair features food, local arts and crafts (pottery, wrought-iron, copper, lava stone work, embroidery, mosaics art, jewelry etc.) entertainment for the entire family. Opening hours: weekdays 5 p.m. To 11 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays: 10 a.m. to midnight.

GRAPE HARVEST FESTIVAL IN PIEDIMONTE ETNEO (open through Sept. 28) The annual Grape Harvest and Fall Festival (Festa della Vendemmia) runs in

Piedimonte Etneo through Sunday, Sep. 28 in piazza Madre Chiesa (main square). This exciting annual event features music, arts and crafts, food and obviously vino (wine) tasting as well as Sicilian folklore parades. Don’t miss to see the traditional grape crushing demonstration that will be performed on Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. Live music shows will be held every night at 9 p.m. The event will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show on Sep. 28 at midnight.

Piedimonte Etneo is fairly easy to reach. Exit Fiumefreddo on A-18 (Catania-Messina) Highway and drive for about three miles until you reach the town. For more information and detailed schedules visit http://www.festavendemmia.it/

VERDI MUSIC AND OPERA FESTIVAL IN PARMA (10 October and 4 November) The 2014 edition of the Verdi Festival will take place between 10 October and 4 November.

The festival will begin on the Maestro’s birthday with “La Forza del Destino” at the Teatro Regio in a production by Stefano Poda. Jader Bignamini will conduct the Arturo Toscanini Philharmonic and the Chorus of the Parma Teatro Regio prepared by Martino Faggiano. The cast includes Virginia Tola, Luca Salsi, Roberto Aronica, Chiara Amarù, Michele Pertusi and Roberto De Candia. Further performances will be on October 16, 19, 23 and 28.

Verdi opera arias and chamber music will be the homage to the Maestro performed by Mariella Devia accompanied at the piano by Giulio Zappa. On 11 October they will perform assorted pieces including arias from Il Corsaro, I Vespri Siciliani, Giovanna d’Arco, and I Lombardi alla prima Crociata.

On 12 October Verdi and Boito will be in the spotlight. Michele Pertusi will perform symphonies, divertissements and preludes from I Vespri Siciliani, Attila and Macbeth and the prologue from Mephistofeles together with Francesco Lanzillotta who will conduct the Arturo Toscanini Philharmonic, the Chorus of the Parma Teatro Regio and the choir of treble voices of the Parma Giuseppe Verdi Choral prepared by Beniamina Carretta.

“Fuoco di Gioia” is the name of the operatic concert organized by the ‘ Club of the 27’ group of Verdi enthusiasts which will take place on October 17. Performing in the concert will be some of the greatest interpreters of the Verdi repertoire conducted by Antonello Allemandi and the Arturo Toscanini Philharmonic.

The 18th October will see a concert of Verdi’s music performed by the Orchestra of the “A. Boito” Conservatoire of Music in Parma conducted by Francesco Cilluffo. The young artists from the 52nd International Competition for Verdi Voices organized by the Città di Busseto will have the honour of performing on the stage of the Teatro Regio.

La Traviata in a production by Henning Brockhaus, with sets by Josef Syboda and costumes by Giancarlo Colis will be presented at the Teatro Verdi in Busseto on October 24, 26, 29, 31 and on November 1 and 2. The Parma conductor Stefano Rabaglia will conduct the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Comunale di Bologna and the artists from the 52nd International Competition for Verdi Voices organized by the Città di Busseto. This is a co-production between the Foundation for the Teatro Comunale di Bologna, the Parma Teatro Regio Foundation and the Pergolesi Spontini Foundation of Jesi in collaboration with the Busseto Municipality, the Busseto Teatro Verdi, the “Città di Busseto” International Verdi Voices Competition and the Italian Opera School – Foundation ATER Formation.

The world famous artist Raina Kabaivanska will celebrate her 80th birthday during the Verdi Festival. On 25 October she will be with her artists from the School of Song: Maria Agresta, Virginia Tola, Cinzia Chiarini, Matteo Desole, Simon Lim. They will perform pieces from the Verdi repertoire with Nayden Todorov conducting the Arturo Toscanini Philharmonic.

A date with chamber music and the Cremona Quartet on 26 October. They will perform Langsamer Satz by Anton Webern, the Quartet in d sharp minor n. 14, opus 131 by Ludwig van Beethoven and the Quartet in e minor by Giuseppe Verdi.

Dance returns to the Verdi Festival on 30 and 31 October when the Ballet School of the Scala Theatre Academy will perform to music by Petr Il’ic Cajkovskij, Erik Satie and Giuseppe Verdi in Sempreverdi, a dance gala with choreography by George Balanchine, Roland Petit and Frédéric Olivieri.

Grigory Sokolov, one of the world’s greatest pianists, will be giving a recital of the music of Fryderyk Chopin at the Teatro Regio on 3rd November to mark the occasion of the 120th anniversary of the activities of the Parma Concert Society in collaboration with the Solares Arts Foundation.

Finally, the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Regio of Turin conducted by Gianandrea Noseda will close the Festival with the Quattro pezzi Sacri by Giuseppe Verdi and various pieces from Macbeth, Nabucco and Otello.

The Verdi Festival programme also includes a review of films dedicated to La Traviata organised by Vittorio Giacci and is enriched by concerts, meetings and manifestations which will enliven the rooms of the Ridotto as well as the Gran Caffé del Teatro. There are also two significant dates for nursery school children and their teachers: Il Corsaro e il Sultano, a new production of the Parma Teatro Regio on 12th and 13th November and Celeste Aida produced by As.Li.co on 26 and 27 November.

The exclusive logo of the Festival is the pencil portrait of Verdi done by Renato Guttuso in the 1960’s, donated to the Parma Teatro Regio by the Historical Bocchi Archives and conceded by Fabio Carapezza Guttuso.

For information: Box Office of the Parma Teatro Regio tel 0521 203999 [email protected] www.festivalverdi.it

EUROCHOCOLATE FESTIVAI IN PERUGIA (Oct. 17- 26)Eurochocolate is without doubt the most important event dedicated to chocolate of

Umbria, if not of Italy. Takes place every year in October in Perugia. It attracts about 900,000 visitors every year.

The origins of this International Chocolate Exhibition dates back to 1994 and to the creative architect Eugene Guarducci. Since then it has been a steady growing of public and successful.

Dedicated to the Italian and International chocolate's tradition, every year in the event there are food stands set up by choco factories and organized many events, shows, cultural events that animate the streets and squares of the historic city center of the Umbria's Capital.

Inevitable "events in the event" are the Chocolate Sculptures, for example, made by skilled sculptors who delight to carve blocks of chocolate extract 1 m³ volume and true works of art are on display for the duration of the event. During the creating processing of the statues million chocolate chips are given in the free distribution to the general public has reached Perugia in those days.

FEAST DAY OF SAN GENNARO IN NAPLES(19 September) In 305 AD, San Gennaro, the Patron Saint of Naples and Bishop of Benevento

was beheaded after being persecuted for his Christian beliefs. Today, San Gennaro is honoured every year on 19 September, as crowds of people flock to Naples to pay tribute. One of the main aspects of this day is a ceremony in which the crowds wait to see if a miracle will be performed. At Naples Cathedral and Piazza del Duomo, the square outside the cathedral, people witness vials of blood taken to the altar of the cathedral. The crowds then wait to see if the blood turns into liquid – if the miracle happens, then it's said that this is a sign that San Gennaro has blessed the city. Bells will ring out as the Cardinal takes the liquefied blood into the square for all to see. In addition to this, there are stalls and stands containing food, sweets, trinkets and toys to buy. This is an event that's also marked by the Italian communities in American areas such as Los Angeles and New York. (Italy Magazine)

FESTIVAL OF FIRST DISHES IN FOLIGNO (September 25 – 28) The national festival of first dishes, to be held from September 25 to 28, is also

held in Foligno, a city considered the capital of the primi piatti. Located in the historic center of the city, over 26 locations participate in the event, the only event dedicated entirely to the first dishes of Italy, namely rice, polenta and pasta dishes. Celebrating “Made in Italy,” visitors can take cooking classes, see chefs at work with food art or tour the Villaggi del Gusto where visitors can taste test over 100 new recipes for first dishes, particularly influenced by central Italy.

ROMAEUROPA FESTIVAL IN ROME (Sept-Nov 2014)Rome's cutting-edge performing arts festival offers music, dance and theatre,

with an eclectic mix of international acts and emerging young talent. Events will be held at various locations. For more information visit, www.helloticket.it ; book well in advance for big-name acts. More info available by calling 06 422 961 or visiting www.romaeuropa.net

COMMEMORATION OF PADRE PIO San Giovanni Rotondo, Puglia, 20 - 23 September Padre Pio, aka Pio of

Pietrelcina, came to San Giovanni Rotondo's Capuchin Monastery. Padre Pio, a friar, stayed at this destination until his passing on 23 September 1968. He was known for caring for the sick, but is perhaps best known for an experience in 1918. Padre Pio first experienced the Stigmata in this year. Not only did he experience pain, he also bled in places linked to the wounds suffered by Jesus – such as wounds on his hands similar to the wounds caused by the nails hammered through Jesus' hands at the Crucifixion. Furthermore, it was reported that the odour of the blood was that of perfume or flowers – a similar miracle known as the odour of sanctity mentioned in the tales of the lives of saints. Given that this experience occurred in 1918, the year in which the First World War ended, it's said that some regarded Padre Pio as a symbol of hope for the future. Today, Padre Pio (having achieved posthumous sainthood in 2002) is honored through religious ceremony and a torchlight procession over a period of four days. In addition, there are stalls selling religious-themed items throughout San Giovanni Rotondo. (Italy Magazine)

Be informed: Ready Navy is your link to Emergency Preparedness Resources

WASHINGTON, D.C (NNS) -- Ready Navy is rapidly becoming the Navy's "Go-To" resource for emergency preparedness.

Rebranded in 2012, the public awareness program has created a robust website and various social media sites. Personnel and family members of all ages are able to link to a wide array of hazard information and resources to help guide family emergency plans that take into account individual needs.

"We'd like to see everyone in the Navy Community become familiar with and take advantage of the number of resources that can be found on the Ready Navy website before the information is a critical necessity," said Jeff Sanford, N37 Emergency Management. "Throughout the month of September, installation emergency managers will also be educating the community about emergency preparedness, and each day during the second week of National Preparedness Month, Ready Navy will highlight resources to meet a variety of emergency preparedness needs through Facebook and Twitter."

According to Sanford, being and staying informed is the first step in the emergency preparedness cycle.

Navy personnel and families can fulfill their pledge to take action and take the first step to increasing their knowledge base by taking advantage of any presentations, information fairs, or displays that may be present at the Navy Installation near them and by following this week's schedule of resource

highlights:Find Ready

Navy Kids Re-sources

Learn about Emergency Plans for Wounded, Ill, Injured, and E x c e p t i o n a l Family Members

https://www.ready.navy.mil/r e a d y _ n a v y _kids.html;

https://www.ready.navy.mil/make_a_plan/family_plans/people_with_special_needs.html

http://safeharbor.navylive.dodlive.mil/;Discover Resources for Fleet and Family

ReadinessAlerts:https://www.ready.navy.mil/stay_informed/

waan.html;Training:Navy E-Learning CNIC-RNEP-0001The Ready Navy Emergency Preparedness

Course is an annual training requirement and is now available through Navy E-Learning CNIC-RNEP-0001.

Needs Assessments: https://navyfamily.navy.mil/; Find Regional and Installation Specific Information

https://www.ready.navy.mil/stay_informed/regional_information.html; Don't Forget Emergency Planning for Pets

https://www.ready.navy.mil/make_a_plan/family_plans/pets.html

For a consolidated list of resources, view Ready Navy's resource page at https://www.ready.navy.mil/stay_informed/resources.html.

You can find more information on National Preparedness Month, potential hazards and steps to prepare at www.Ready.Navy.mil, or contact Ready Navy by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at (202)433-9348, DSN 288-9348.

Follow Ready Navy on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ReadyNavy), Twitter (@ReadyNavy), YouTube, and Instagram.

Be Ready Navy!I am. Are You?About Ready NavyReady Navy is the Navy's Emergency

Preparedness Program and is sponsored by CNIC. Ready Navy provides information, tools and resources to empower the Navy family to more aptly prepare for, react and recover when faced with any emergency, with or without advanced warning.

For more news from commander, Navy Installations Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/cni/.

From Commander, Navy Installations Command N3 Emergency Management

NAVSUP Announces 2014 Holiday Season Mailing Deadlines

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (NNS) -- The Naval Supply Systems Command's (NAVSUP) mail-by dates for pre-Dec. 25 deliveries of holiday cards, letters, and packages were released Sept. 15.

For mail addressed to/from:APO/FPO/DPO AE zips 090-098 (except 093); AA zips

340; AP zips 962-966* Priority Express Mail Military Service: Dec. 17* First-Class and Priority Mail (letters/cards and packages):

Dec. 10* Space Available Mail: Nov. 26* Standard Post Mail: Nov. 8APO/FPO/DPO AE ZIP 093* Priority Express Mail Military Service: N/A* First-Class and Priority Mail (letters/cards and packages):

Dec. 3* Space Available Mail: Nov. 26* Standard Post Mail: Nov. 8Domestic Mail (For Ships in Port and Personnel on Shore

Duty in the U.S. mailing to U.S. destinations-not including APO/FPO)

* First-Class Mail: Dec. 20* Priority Mail: Dec. 20* Priority Express Mail: Dec. 23International First-Class Packages and Priority Mail

addressed to Africa and Central and South America should be mailed no later than Dec. 2.

International First-Class Packages and Priority Mail addressed to Asia/Pacific Rim; Australia/New Zealand; Canada; Caribbean; Mexico, Europe; and the Middle East should be mailed no later than Dec. 9.

All classes of mail addressed to FPO addresses must contain the proper nine-digit ZIP code or the New Navy Standardized Address format, which includes ship or mobile unit number, (or PSC number for ashore FPOs), virtual mail box number, and five-digit ZIP code to ensure delivery. Mail not addressed correctly could be returned to sender as undeliverable.

Priority Express Mail Military Service (PEMMS) is available from selected military post offices. If mailing to an APO/FPO/DPO address, check with your local post office to determine if PEMMS service is available and specific delivery service standards.

Space Available Mail (SAM) refers to parcels mailed to APO/FPO addresses at parcel post rates first transported domestically by surface, then to overseas destinations by air on a space available basis. The maximum weight and size limits are 15 pounds and 60 inches in length and girth combined. From overseas locations, items mailed at Standard Post rates are sent to CONUS by air on a space available basis. The maximum weight and size limits are 70 pounds and 130 inches in length and girth combined.

It is recommended customers check with local civilian or military post offices for information regarding size restrictions and customs declaration form requirements. Customers are advised mailing restrictions apply and some items cannot be mailed. Examples of non-mailable items are: alcohol, switchblade knives, pornography, controlled substances, and explosive or incendiary devices. If in doubt, contact your local civilian or military post office.

As a final note, customers should ensure articles are packaged properly for mailing and packages do not display markings related to any type of hazardous material, such as bleach, alcohol, or cleaning fluids. Parcels found by U.S. Postal Service with such markings or labels on the outside of the box will not be processed.

The NAVSUP and Navy Supply Corps team share one mission-to deliver sustained global logistics capabilities to the Navy and Joint warfighter. NAVSUP/Navy Supply Corps' diverse team of more than 25,000 civilian and military personnel oversee a diverse portfolio including supply chain management for material support to Navy, Marine Corps, joint and coalition partners, supply operations, conventional o r d n a n c e , contracting, resale, fuel, transportation, security assistance, and quality of life issues for the naval forces, including food service, postal services, Navy Exchanges, and movement of household goods. The NAVSUP/Navy Supply Corps team forms a vast network of professionals who deliver unparalleled products and services to customers in the fleet and across the world.

From NAVSUP Office of Corporate Communications


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As a reminder, all dependents are always welcome at the galley!Please provide any negative or positive feedback. There is a suggestion box near the entrance to the galley, next to the serving line.

Friday, September 19*Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles.*Lunch: New England Clam Chowder, Baked Salmon Fish , Salisbury Steak w/ Mushroom Sauce, Penne Alfredo, Roasted Garlic Potatoes, Steamed Asparagus, Cauliflower, Cookies Ice Cream.*Speed line: Asstd. Pizza.*Dinner: Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Cantonese Spareribs, Chicken in Orange Sauce, Spaghetti w/ Tuna, Rice Pilaf, Steamed Whole Corn, Cabbage, Cookies.

Saturday, September 20*Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Bacon, Creamed Sausage w/Biscuit, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Pancakes.*Brunch: Breakfast Items, Beef Vegetable Soup, Chicken Drumette, Beef Ball Stroganoff, Egg Noodles, Hash Brown Potatoes, Broccoli, Squash, Chicken Gravy, Hot Dog w/Chili Sauce, Cookies.*Dinner: Broccoli Soup, Salisbury Steak, Baked Salmon Fish, Pasta Chef, Steamed Rice,Hot Dog w/Chili Sauce, Brown Gravy, Corn On The Cob, Carrots, Cake.

Sunday, September 21*Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Canadian Bacon, Grilled Minute Steak, Creamed Sausage w/Biscuit, Pancakes, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Italian Roasted Potatoes.*Brunch: Breakfast Items, Egg Drop Soup, Breaded Pork, Chicken Florencia, Macaroni & Cheese, Hot Dog W/Chili Sauce, Italian Roasted Potatoes, Peas and Carrots, Spinach, Cake.*Dinner: Egg Drop Soup, Pasta Alfredo, Roast Beef, Chicken Patties, Hot Dog W/Chili Sauce, Fried Rice, Cauliflower au Gratin, Mix Vegetable, Cake.

Monday, September 22*Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Oven Fried Bacon, Minced Beef, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Italian Roasted Potatoes, French Toast.*Lunch: Chicken Noodle Soup, Manicotti, Baked Chipped Fish, Chicken Breast in Orange Sauce, Lyonnaise Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Summer Squash, Steamed Peas, Chicken Gravy, Yellow Cake, Ice Cream.*Speed line: Pizza.*Dinner: Pepper Pot Soup, Italian Sausage, Beef Pot Pie, Chicken Tetrazzini, Steamed Rice, Calico Cabbage, Corn Whole Kernel, Chicken Gravy, Yellow Cake.

Tuesday, September 23*Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Sausage Patties, Canadian Bacon, Creamed Sausage w/ Biscuit, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Cream of Asparagus Soup, Meat Loaf, Chicken Florencia, Manicotti, Crab Legs, Rice Pilaf, Baked Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Carrots, Cheese Cake, Ice Cream.*Speed line: Lasagna, Fried Shrimps.Dinner: Beef Rice Soup, Sauerbraten, Penne alla Norma, Chicken Patties, Lyonnaise Rice, Brussels Sprouts, Carrots, Natural Pan Gravy Cake.

Wednesday, September 24*Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Beef, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, French Toast.*Lunch: Beef Vegetable Soup, Baked Fish w/ Tomato, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Penne Alfredo, Steamed Rice, Cauliflower, Tangy Spinach, Cake, Ice Cream.*Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Turkey Burger, Baked Bacon, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes.*Dinner: Minestrone Soup, Pepper Steak, Pasta al Forno, Roast Turkey, Steamed Rice, Brown Gravy, Green Beans, Corn, Cake.

Thursday, September 25*Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, French Toast.*Lunch: Onion Soup, Rib-eye Roll, Manicotti, Chicken Florentia, Rice pilaf, Fried Shrimp, Mashed Potatoes, Chicken Gravy, Mix Vegetables, Simmered Cauliflower, Vanilla Cookies, Ice Cream..*Dinner: Chicken Noodle Soup, Meat Balls Stroganoff, Penne Amatriciana, Baked Scallops, Rice Pilaf, Simmered Carrots, Spinach, Vanilla Cookies.

Friday, September 26*Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Canadian Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles.*Lunch: Cream of Mushroom Soup, Meat loaf, Lasagna, Chipper Fish, Steamed Rice, Calico Cabbage, Herbed Broccoli, Cake.Speed line: Asstd. Pizza.*Dinner: Egg Drop Soup, Chicken Breast w/Orange Sauce, Shrimp Scampi, Rice Pilaf, Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce, Green Beans, Cake.

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - After conducting two successful community relations projects in Vizzini, Sicily, the Marines and Sailors of Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa, along with other local volunteers, were able to sit back and enjoy a play which was originally set at Cunziria, a district of Vizzini, Sept. 7.

“Cunziria” or tannery dates back to Roman times. The neighborhood hosted leather craftsmen in the 18th century but then gradually became abandoned over the years. Cunziria is the place where playwright Giovanni Verga set some of his most celebrated tales, among which were La Lupa (the Cunziria district appearing in some scenes of the film adaptation by Gabriele Lavia), the Cavalleria Rusticana or Rustic Chivalry (that Mascagni made into its most celebrated opera) and the novel Mastro Don Gesualdo.

First, service members with SP-MAGTF Africa 14 were treated to an opera of the Cavalleria Rusticana, which tells the tale of a soldier who left for war only to return to find his beloved is to be betrothed to another man. The play was originally written in 1890 and has since been adapted into modern films and operas.

“I loved getting to see the opera right there on the street in real time,” said Cpl. Dominick Commisso Jr., a Utica, N.Y., native and engineering quality control noncommissioned officer with SP-MAGTF Africa 14. “I think everybody here should get out and try to see [the play] if they have the opportunity to do so.”

After the opera, Marco A. Sinatra, the mayor of Vizzini, and local movie director Lorenzo Muscoso thanked the Marines and Sailors of SP-MAGTF Africa 14 for their participation in restoring some of the cultural heritage of the Cunziria during the two COMREL projects. Mayor Sinatra presented plaques on behalf of the service members to Lt. Col. William C. Stophel, the commanding officer of SP-MAGTF Africa 14, Sgt. Maj. Charmalyn Pile, the sergeant major of SP-MAGTF Africa 14, 1st Lt. Maida Kalic, the public affairs officer for SP-MAGTF Africa 14 and local Italian volunteers (firefighters, State Forestry Corps and FCGT Team Italia volunteers) who helped restore the beauty of Vizzini present during Giovanni Verga’s time.

“The event was a success thanks to the impeccable coordination of Lorenzo Muscoso, the movie director who promoted the event and the restoration of the site said Dr. Alberto Lunetta, deputy Navy PAO and community relations coordinator. The play was attended by about 500 people who had the chance to see the staging of his visionary version of the ‘Duel’ scene of the Rustic Chivalry by Sicilian novelist Giovanni Verga and the overall tannery renovation.”

The plaque given to Lt. Col. Stophel on behalf of the service members of SP-MAGTF Africa 14 reads: “In recognition of your outstanding and generous support given to the Cunziria Tannery Historic Districts Renovation Project through two COMREL events carried out in August 2014 in Vizzini, Sicily.”

“In the world of conflict that we see today, culture is the cradle of civilization,” said Sinatra. “It’s a way to have everybody joining together and bonding together. This has been a common element, which has brought both Americans and Italians together towards peace, and preserving the historic heritage, which is what we are doing today.”

Lt. Col. Stophel also gave a plaque to the Mayor of Vizzini on behalf of SP-MAGTF

Africa 14. The placard was given as a gesture of appreciation for the entire project and for everyone who was a part of making it happen. It read, "Presented on behalf of the Marines and Sailors of Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa 14.2, in recognition of the hospitality of the people of Vizzini and our enduring partnerships."

Following the awards ceremony, the audience was enthralled by the play. Some service members with SP-MAGTF Africa 14 were even given the honor of acting out roles in the famous play.

The cast came out to fanfare at the completion of the show, and words of thanks and praise were given. The “Marines Meet Verga” project was a clear example of how several different groups of volunteers of varying cultures can come together and unite for a common goal which in turn restored a significant piece of history for Vizzini.

Once the applause and recognitions finished, Marines and Sailors with SP-MAGTF Africa 14 enjoyed a traditional Vizzini meal with Italian locals.

SP-MAGTF Africa 14 attends local play in VizziniCPL SHAwN VALOSINSpecial-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa 14 Public Affairs

Lt. Col. William C. Stophel, the commanding officer of Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 14 poses for a photo with Marco Sinatra, the mayor of Vizzini, in Cunziria, Vizzini, Sept. 7, 2014. At the award ceremony, Mayor Sinatra said “In the world of conflict that we see today, culture is the cradle of civilization…It’s a way to have everybody joining together and [bond] together. This has been a common element, which has brought both Americans and Italians together towards peace, and preserving the historic heritage, which is what we are doing today.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shawn Valosin)


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Sigonella remembers 9/11

BY GABRIELLE MILLYNAS Sigonella Public Affairs

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - On the 13th anniversary of 9/11, Sigonella gathered to pay tribute to the fallen, and remember how our nation came together after this unforgettable tragedy.

The event, led by the chief petty officer (CPO) selectees, served to honor the lives lost at the World Trade Center, The Pentagon, and of those onboard Flight 93; the airliner that crashed into a field in rural Shanksville, Pa. The ceremony was full of emotion and reflection during a 78-second moment of silence for the strikes that occurred that morning over a decade ago.

There was a ringing of the bells to commemorate the losses at each site. The ceremonial act of ringing the bells is a tradition dating back over 150 years to honor those who gave their lives in the line of duty. A distinctive bell ringing marks the end of an emergency and a return to quarters.

Chief Master-at-Arms (Sel.) Shawn Stewart recalled the events were “a main driving force for joining the military.” “I was sitting in a high school math class at the time of the attacks. Being 18 at the time and from a small town, we all talked about it and how we wanted to do something.”

He added “The ceremonies help everyone remember exactly what happened, especially the younger generations. It gives us a time, a memory of this event to look back on and it’s now a part of our heritage as a nation.”

Fire chief John Smithgall was the guest speaker at the ceremony and recalled how, as a firefighter, the event impacted him and the lives of his fellow firefighters. “When a firefighter goes down, the whole brotherhood feels it,” he said.

Of the 343 firefighters and over 3,000 people who lost their lives, “it made us stronger. As survivors we have the chance to stand up for our country and remember our fallen” according to Smithgall.

Stewart recalled being “in shock and awe that something like this happened in America,” a feeling that seems to be shared by many Americans when looking back at this tragic event in our nation’s history.

On the 13th anniversary of 9/11, Sigonella gathered to pay tribute to the fallen, and remember how our nation came together after this unforgettable tragedy. The event, led by the chief petty officer (CPO) selectees served to honor the lives lost at the World Trade Center, The Pentagon, and of those onboard Flight 93; the airliner that crashed into a field in rural Shanksville, PA. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis)

Swordfish commemorate 9/11 with Remembrance Meet

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - The Sigonella Swordfish hosted their season opener, Remembrance Meet, on Sunday, September 7. The Naples Tiger Sharks traveled to Sicily for the first official meet of the European Forces Swim League 2014-2015 season. Before the meet began, the Sigonella HS JROTC presented the colors after Capt. Chris Dennis, Commanding Officer, NAS Sigonella gave the opening remarks which included a moment of silence to memorialize September 11, 2001. A total of 96 swimmers participated at Splasher’s Pool in sunny Sigonella. Throughout the day, 51 out of 53 Swordfish swam a personal best time and 13 swimmers qualified for the EFSL championships at Eindhoven, Netherlands in February. Coach Sarah Buck said, “I was proud of our swimmers’ performances and sportsmanship last weekend. As a coach, I look forward to the many improvements in time and technique over the next 6 months.” The Sigonella Swordfish would like to send a special thank you to the CPO Selectees who volunteered as timers throughout the day. As always, the Swordfish appreciate MWR for continually supporting and assisting during swim season. The Swordfish will be hosting two meets at Splasher’s Pool during the Double Dip weekend October 11 and 12. Come out and support our Sigonella swimmers!

**Triple First Place Finishers: Brendan Fahey (8), Ethan Naaktgeboren (11), Mary Kate Jones (16), Tommy McManus (17), CJ Davis (9), and Megan Cagle (12)

*THE SIGONELLA SWORDFISH ARE A NON-FEDERAL ENTITY. THEY ARE NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND THEY HAVE NO GOVERNMENT STATUS.

The Sigonella Swordfish hosted their season opener, Remembrance Meet, on Sunday, September 7 at Splasher's Pool. The Naples Tiger Sharks traveled to Sicily for the first official meet of the European Forces Swim League 2014-2015 season.


NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Is a transition out of the military in your future? Looking to use the skills and experience you learned while in the Navy in a different career? Maybe starting a business is for you!

Veterans are natural entrepreneurs. They are disciplined, goal-oriented and self-starters. Accustomed to accountability, they know the value of being decisive and flexible. Over the next few years more than 250,000 service members will transition into civilian life annually. With the jobless rate persistently high, and unemployment among veterans outpacing the national average, training in entrepreneurship makes sense. Leveraging the talents of transitioning service members will promote self-employment and will help stimulate the economy.

The data regarding veterans is clear. The US Small Business Administration reports that Veterans are 45% more likely to be self-employed than non-veterans contributing over $1Trillion dollars in sales.

With this data in mind, the military wanted to create resources that would help transitioning service members as they venture into the small business workforce; thus Boots 2 Business was born.

Boots to Business is an entrepreneurial education program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an elective track within the Department of Defense’s revised Transition Assistance Program (TAP) curriculum called Transition GPS (Goals, Plans, Success). The curriculum provides valuable assistance to transitioning Service members exploring self-employment opportunities by leading them through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and the foundational knowledge required for developing a business plan. Participants are also introduced to SBA resources available to help access start- up capital and additional technical assistance.

Boots to Business is delivered in

partnership with SBA Resource Partners and the Institute for Veterans and Military Families and the best part about it is that it’s FREE to Service members and their dependents transitioning or retiring from the U.S. military.

This course is taken following Transition GPS and is instructor led once a quarter by subject matter experts from the SBA, SBA resource partners, entrepreneurship professionals, or an entrepreneurship professor from a consortium of 14 universities led by the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University (IVMF). Participants learn business fundamentals and work through an initial feasibility analysis of their business concepts.

Upon completion of Introduction to Entrepreneurship class, transitioning Service members, as well as military spouses and dependents, can elect to further their study through an instructor guided eight week online course led by the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University. During this course, the veteran will be guided through the fundamentals of developing a business plan.

After completing Boots to Business, participants will have the tools and knowledge they need to identify a business opportunity, draft a business plan, and launch their enterprise.

According to the US census about 2.4 million or 9% of all US small businesses are veteran-owned. As a veteran, you could join fellow business owners in creating jobs for others and providing your leadership skills to help those around you while doing something you love.

The next Boots 2 Business class is September 29th -30th. Call the Fleet and Family Service Center at 624-4291 to learn more and to take advantage of this valuable opportunity!

*Information and data provided by the US small Business Administration and the Transition GPS: Operation Boots 2 Business informational flier.

Transition GPS: Operation Boots 2 BusinessBY fLEET AND fAMILY SERVICE CENTER NAS SIGONELLA

NAS SIGONNELA, Sicily - The hard and simple truth is this: suicide has been the second or third leading cause of death among Active Duty Sailors and Marines in the past decade. While one death is too many, the fact of the matter is that as of this month, 41 Shipmates have been lost to suicide.

It is a grave problem in our Navy that brings about emotional devastation, affects mission readiness, deflates morale, and much more. As September is Suicide Prevention Month, the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions Chapter of U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella shed light on the issue.

On Sept. 15, hospital staff gathered to talk about what everyone can do to contribute towards suicide prevention. To commemorate the occasion, a board was set up and staff members were invited to write what they would do as bystanders to prevent suicide.

“The idea is to get each and every one of our sailors involved in Suicide Prevention,” said HM2 Andrew Azevedo, Vice Advocate of the hospital’s CSADD Chapter. “Everyone is invited to publicly express what they are willing to do in writing, and it is our hope that we will be able to reach out to all of our Sailors and get the message across that we care for them.”

There are many factors in a person’s life that can bring about suicidal ideations. Financial issues, work-related stress, relationship problems and sheer isolation are just a few examples of what can make a person vulnerable to suicidal ideations. Being in the military while stationed overseas can exacerbate some of these factors and render service members particularly vulnerable.

The Navy’s suicide prevention acronym, ACT, highlights an easy way for concerned Shipmates to aid someone who might be in crisis.ASK – Ask if someone is thinking about suicide.CARE – Let them know you care.TREAT – Get treatment as soon as possible.“Those of us in healthcare have a unique privilege and responsibility to care for the wounded, the weak, and the vulnerable,” stressed U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella’s

Commanding Officer, Capt. William Davidson to the hospital staff. “I need each and every one of you to be there to take care of the best patients in the world: our war fighters, their families, retirees and beneficiaries. We need to take care of ourselves and each other so we can take care of our patients.”

For more information, visit www.suicide.navy.mil. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is immediately available. Call the Military Crisis Line at 1-800-273-TALK, the National Suicide Prevention Line at 624-LIFE (5433), the Command Chaplain at 624-2382, or USNH Sigonella at 624-3842.

USNH Sigonella CSADD acts to prevent SuicideBY HM2 JOSEPH CASTROU.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella

Naval Hospital Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. William Davidson writes on the board crafted by the Hospital CSADD Chapter to encourage bystander intervention. September is suicide prevention month and everyone is called upon to become proactive bystanders who are ready to act and help shipmates in crisis. (U.S. Navy Photo by Hospitalman Jasper Seisa)

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS) operations in the European and South West Asia Region will be implementing new room rates effective 1 October 2014. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites avoided increasing room rates for as long as possible but this slight increase has been necessary due to many factors, such as the recent renovation of rooms and furniture, as well as ensuring better quality service and room amenities. Your satisfaction is important to us. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites has taken great pride in serving you over these past years and is committed to offer you the highest degree in professionalism with the utmost standards in hospitality service.

Below are the new room rates:

Standard room: $60.00 per night Suite: $84.00 per night DV Suite : $100.00 per night

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact NGIS staff at the following numbers: Reception (NAS I) DSN: 624-3070, Reception (NAS II) DSN: 624-6832 or 624-2926 or visit our webpage at: www.dodlodging.net. The Lodging Manager can be reached at 624-6827/6829 during normal working hours.

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Intl & foster care adoptions, home studies,

post adoption services. Hague accredited agency. www.adopt-abroad.com

US 1-888-687-3644.

For sale: 2004 (December)

Mercedes SLK, price €8.500.00.

Maria,cell.333-524-4731.

Classic car for sale, 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider, 1600 cc, red with black interior, red with black

interior, 31.000 km, registered as Automobile of

Historic Value (ASI). Excellent condition

throughout. Tel. 0942-24826.

[email protected] www.chefforyou.eu

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