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The Coastline May 31, 2012

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Remembering the Battle of Midway Page 7

A Moment of Silence for Our Fallen Service Members Page 11

Sailor in the Spotlight Page 19

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Remember All Those Who Have Served Before Us Team Rota, Yesterday I had the honor of participating in Naval Station Rota’s Memorial Day Ceremony. Memorial Day is always a bittersweet time of the year for me: It’s a time that I’m proud of all who are currently wearing our nation’s uniform on this great Naval Station and around the world, but it’s also a time where I remember all of America’s heroes who have “… gone before us to defend freedom and democracy around the world.” Capt. Scott C. Kraverath I know many of you have COMNAVACTS Spain heard this before, but it doesn’t mean we don’t need the reminder: Please be sure you plan and take some time this weekend to remember our veterans. If you don’t already do something every year on Memorial Day, this could be a great time to start a tradition of honor and respect for you, your friends and/ or your family. This year is also the bicentennial of the War of 1812. This week, 200 years ago, our very young country’s leaders were facing and making tough decisions – whether or not to go to war. In less than three weeks, the United States of America would officially proclaim war on Great Britain. Although we had fought battles before, like the Battle of Tippecanoe that had happened only a few months earlier, this was the first time we declared war on another nation. The War of 1812 lasted for three years. I encourage all of you to go online and check out www. ourflagwasstillthere.org. They have a fantastic interactive timeline of the war and many great articles and videos. Two-hundred years ago we declared our first war, and 70 years ago we were in the throes of World War II. June 4 – 7 will mark the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Midway. Seventy years ago this week Admiral Chester Nimitz, Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet, wrote Admiral Ernest King, Chief of Naval Operations, “We are actively preparing to greet our expected visitors with the kind of receptions they deserve.” Midway, of course, was the turning point of World War II for the United States. Only six months after Pearl Harbor and one month after the Battle of Coral Sea, the Imperial Japanese navy was planning to set a trap and surprise attack against U.S. forces at Midway atoll. U.S. code breakers intercepted Japanese messages and were

CAPTAIN'S CORNER

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able to prepare a surprise counter attack. Our counter attack caused severe, irrecoverable damage to the Imperial Japanese navy and is still considered by many to be the most decisive victory U.S. Navy history. The Naval History and Heritage Command has a great Web site with many interesting articles, photos and videos about the Battle of Midway, www.history.navy.mil. For our 70th Anniversary of Midway we’re planning a wreath-laying ceremony, a history brief and a free showing of the movie Midway at the theater. Stay tuned to follow-on Plan of the Week notes and quarters for more information. So, again, as you go about your long weekend this Memorial Day, please stop to remember all those who have served before us. Be safe and have a good plan. Happy Memorial Day. HOOYAH! CMC

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Rota Women’s Fast-Pitch Softball Te a m C o m p l e t e s Perfect 10 - 0 Season

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Remembering the Battle of Midway Page 7

A Moment of Silence for Our Fallen Service Members Page 11

Sailor in the Spotlight Page 19

Naval Station Rota, Spain Executive Officer, Cdmr. Patrick Moron gives a speech during a Memorial Day ceremony at the base chapel Photo by MCC(SW/AW) Mikel Bookwalter.

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NEWS

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Pentagon Supports Diplomatic, Economic Pressure on Syria Cheryl Pellerin, American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, – The Defense Department supports the U.S. policy of working with international partners to put diplomatic and economic pressure on Syria’s government to help stem the humanitarian crisis there, the Pentagon’s press secretary said Tuesday George Little spoke with reporters at the Pentagon about the ongoing and destabilizing situation in Syria. “What we're witnessing in Syria are atrocities undertaken by the [Bashar al-]Assad regime,” he said. “That kind of violence by the regime needs to stop. We've been clear about that.” U.S. policy continues to focus, “with our international partners,” Little added, “on applying diplomatic and economic pressure on the Assad regime to try to convince them that they are pursuing a reckless, inhumane and deplorable course of action.” Assad’s troops massacred more than 100 Syrian men, women and children in the Houla region, north of the city of Homs, Friday, U.S. and United Nations officials said. The State Department today “called in Syrian charge d'affaires Zuheir Jabbour and informed him that he is no longer welcome in the United States and gave him 72 hours to depart,” spokeswoman Victoria Nuland said in a briefing. The action was taken, she said, in response to the “absolutely indefensible, vile, despicable massacre against innocent children, women, shot at point-blank range by regime thugs - [called] the shabiha - aided and abetted by the Iranians who were actually bragging about it over the weekend.” Nuland said the State Department is in consultation with U.S. allies and partners about what more can be done to pressure the Assad regime. “This decision to kick out the charge was done in

coordination with other countries,” she said. “Australia, Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom, Italy, France and Germany also took the same action today.” At the Pentagon briefing, Little said the focus remains on the diplomatic and economic track “but at the end of the day, we in the Department of Defense have a responsibility to look at the full spectrum of options and to make them available if they're requested.” Little added, “We share the shock over the atrocities that we're seeing in Syria with our international partners. And we have an interest, of course, in stability in the region.” The United States has for decades played a key role in trying to provide peace, stability and security for that region, he said. “When there is a crisis like this that erupts that has

George Little, acting assistant secretary of defense for public affairs, conducts a press briefing at the Pentagon, May 29, 2012. )DOD photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo)

the potential to cause not just humanitarian disasters but also could cascade outside of Syria, potentially, that's a concern to countries of the region and to countries like the United States outside the region,” Little said. Defense Department officials have been in regular contact with international partners and countries in the region to express “our collective dismay at what's happening in Syria and to try to see if there are things we can do to bring pressure to bear on the Assad regime to stop what they're doing against their own people,” the press secretary said. “That's of course the prudent thing to do,” Little added, “when you see a crisis like this in a very important region of the world.”

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NEWS

New Web-Based Housing Early Application Tool From Commander, Navy Installations Command Public Affairs

WASHINGTON - Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) announced the phased Navy-wide release of the Housing Early Application Tool (HEAT) May 1. This web-based tool will allow Sailors and their families to apply for housing online from any computer. “HEAT makes the Navy house-hunting process smoother and less stressful for our Sailors and their families by providing the early housing application online. Sailors and their spouses can use HEAT to review housing and community

information and make an informed decision on a home before receiving their permanent change of station orders,” said Vice Adm. William French, commander, Navy Installations Command. HEAT utilizes authoritative systems to reduce the amount of personal information and to streamline the online process. HEAT can be securely accessed from any computer with an Internet connection. Service members or their spouses can use HEAT prior to receiving PCS

orders to request information about community housing or to check on their eligibility for military and privatized housing. They may also submit HEAT requests to multiple installations if they are not sure where they may be stationed next. “Our goal with HEAT is to reach out to Sailors early in the PCS process to reduce stress and provide proactive support when moving from one duty station to another,” said Corky Vazquez, CNIC Housing Program manager. “With HEAT, Sailors and their families are able to make

contact with our Navy Housing Service Centers and Privatization Partners to discuss their housing needs and learn about their housing options at any time. HEAT makes it easy to connect with our housing professionals and make informed decisions before even having orders." HEAT will be implemented by region and will be Navy-wide by June 30. To access HEAT and for more information about when your base will have HEAT, please visit http://www.cnic.navy.mil/

The Perfect Season: Andalucía Fast-pitch Softball Championship Comes to NAVSTA Rota By Rota women’s fast-pitch softball team coaching staff

The Rota women’s fast-pitch softball team completed a perfect 10 - 0 season and has won the Andalucia fast-pitch softball crown. The team composed of active duty and dependent members of the Rota community, began practicing in late February and entered play in the Federacion Andalucia de softball league. The players traveled to various locations around Spain to compete during the season. “The successful season was a total Rota team effort," said Head Coach Angel Rivera. “The players were 100 percent profession- Members of the Rota women's fast-pitch softball team pose with an opposing team after a game during their undefeated season. al [and] committed to the team. We also had a lot of support from the community.” The team is currently preparing to travel to London for an international tournament to compete against professional teams from Denmark, France, Switzerland and Great Britain. “This is going to be the biggest challenge thus far,” said Rivera. “I’m fully confident that we will go and achieve great things in the tournament. This team has a lot of pride, so I know they will give it their all.”

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NEWS

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U.S. Personnel Dedicate Ethiopian School Facilities, Enhance Education Opportunities Story and photos by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ryan Labadens, CJTF-HOA Public Affairs

Ethiopian and U.S. personnel gathered for a ribboncutting ceremony to dedicate a new schoolhouse and two latrines at the Gende Gerada Primary School, May 22. This building project lines up with one part of the mission statement for Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa(CJTF-HOA) enhancing partner nation capacity. One way CJTF-HOA personnel help accomplish this is by providing opportunities for African nations to help themselves. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Three(NMCB 3) Detachment HOA, in support of the CJTF-HOA mission, oversaw the final leg of this two year project. Three previous Seabee teams constructed the school building itself, while NMCB 3 completed construction of the two latrines and added final touchups to the schoolhouse after their arrival in February, said U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Sarah Ursetti, NMCB 3 officer in charge. The school already hosts approximately 2,500 students. The new four-room schoolhouse now ac-

Rear Adm. Michael Franken, Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa commander, participates in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new school house and two latrines at the Gende Gerada Primary School May 22.

commodates 200 additional students, said the principal of Gende Gerada, Kumsa Baysa. Dire Dawa education officials plan on using the new building to teach children ages 5 to 6, said Kumsa. This will be the first time the school will have the facilities to hold a kindergarten program. “The addition of the new classrooms will provide great benefits for the education of our country,” said Kumsa. “I would like to say ‘thank you’ to the people of the United States government and our people who worked with the U.S. military.” The Seabees were not alone in their construction efforts, said Ursetti. Since the project began in April 2010, several Gende Gerada school boys lent a helping hand to the Navy construction crews whenever and wherever they could. “It started off with three or four boys initially, but when our crew arrived that number grew to about seven, with several others helping out as we neared the end,” said Ursetti. “We got a firsthand experience with what they learned already because of stuff they already did on the school,” said Petty Officer 2nd Class Benjamin Weber, NMCB 3 project supervisor, referring to the work the students performed with previous Seabee rotations. Weber said the students jumped right in to help them with constructing the latrines. During the dedication, Rear Adm. Michael Franken, CJTF-HOA commander, presented each of the young students with his command coin to thank them for their hard work and dedication to their school. In his speech during the ceremony, Kumsa revealed his vision of the results the new facilities will bring. “In the future, you will see many kids filling up this school, and we will use it for the betterment of our country,” said Kumsa.

Rear Adm. Michael Franken, Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa commander, poses with local students from Gende Gerada Primary School and Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 Seabees who completed construction on the new school building and two latrines. The student helpers are (top left to right) Abdurehim Nasir, Anwar Tayir, Fuad Mohammed, Jems Mohammed, (bottom left to right) Ramzii Ahamed, Amir Abdi and Eremyas Haile. Ethiopian and U.S. personnel gathered for the building dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony May 22.

Ramzii Ahamed (center), a student at Gende Gerada Primary School, practices reading a plaque to U.S. Navy Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 Seabees, May 21. The plaque was hung outside the newly-constructed school building, which was dedicated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 22.

Rear Adm. Michael Franken, Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa commander, speaks during the ceremony along with Molly Phee, deputy chief of mission, U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia, and Egei Wabere (right), Gende Gerada Kebele education coordinator, at the Gende Gerada Primary School.

NEWS

As we left off from last week, during the battle, Japanese destroyers had picked up three U.S. naval aviators from the water. After interrogation, however, all three Americans were murdered. One torpedo-bomber pilot, Lt. George Gay escaped detection by the Japanese ships and was later rescued by a patrol bomber. On June 5, TF 16 under command of Rear Adm. Raymond Spruance pursued the Japanese fleet westward, while work continued to salvage the damaged Yorktown. Both Akagi and Hiryu, damaged the previous day, were scuttled by Japanese destroyers early on the 5th. The last air attacks of the battle took place on June 6 when dive bombers from Enterprise and Hornet bombed and sank heavy cruiser Mikuma and damaged destroyers Asashio and Arashio, as well as the cruiser Mogami. At Spruance’s expressed orders, issued because

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of the destruction of three torpedo squadrons on June 4, “Devestators” from VT-6 that accompanied the strike did not attack because of the threat to them from surface antiaircraft fire. After recovering these planes, TF 16 turned eastward and broke off contact with the enemy communications Intelligence intercepts over the following two days documented the withdrawal of Japanese forces toward Saipan and the Home Islands. Meanwhile, on the 6th, Japanese submarine I-168 interrupted the U.S. salvage operations, torpedoing Yorktown and torpedoing and sinking destroyer USS Hammann (DD-412). Screening destroyers depth-charged I-168 but the Japanese submarine escaped destruction. Yorktown, suffering from numerous torpedo hits, finally rolled over and sank at dawn on June 7. The Navy will celebrate this epic battle across the Fleet June 4 - 7, 2012.

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LOCAL

Remembering Our Fallen Service Members Photos by MCC(SW/AW) Mikel Bookwalter

COMMUNITY NEWS

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Community News WIC Overseas

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

Preschool Services for Children with Disabilities

Child Find for children 3 - 5 years of age is an ongoing outreach program that locates and identifies children who may have developmental delays or educational disabilities and need special services. If you have concerns regarding your child's development, please contact Linda Hill at 727-4185 or 727-4435.

Embry-Riddle Registration

Registration is now open for upcoming Embry-Riddle classes which began Monday. Classes include Power Plant Theory and Applications, Aircraft Propulsion Systems and Applications, Aviation Law and Principles of Supply Chain Management - Eagle Vision Classroom. To request a syllabus call 727- 2984 or e-mail rota@erau.edu.

Navy College Navy College Graduation

The Rota Navy College Office will be holding its annual graduation and recognition ceremony June 22. This ceremony is open to all adult members of the Rota community who have been or will be awarded a degree from an accredited institution between Aug. 1, 2011 and Aug. 31, 2012. If you are interested in participating, contact the Navy College at 727- 2785/2798 or email nco.rota@ eu.navy.mil.

STAP

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society offers an interest-free loan program for up to $3,000 per year for undergraduate or graduate tuition. This is an overseas only program, so take advantage while youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here. Call 727-1614 to make an appointment today. For more information, contact the NMCRS at 727-1614.

Prepare for the SAT or ACT Now

EKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep Programs worth $200 to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DoD employees

and civilians performing military support, as well as their family members. Materials may be ordered online at www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-25-6407.

Helping Skills in Human Relations

University of Oklahoma now offers individuals with a bachelor's degree or OU graduate students certificates in Helping Skills in Human Relations and Human Resource Diversity and Development. All certificate course work can be applied to a Master of Human Relations.

OU Offers Master in Human Relations Program

University of Oklahomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rota site offers a Master of Human Relations. Ten classes are taught in six-day increments with six semester hours of internship completing the required 36 hours for the program.

UMUC Summer Session

Summer session class registration has started and will continue through June 3 for on site classes and June 10 for online classes. Class dates are June 4 - July 29 for on site and June 11 - Aug. 5 for online classes.

New Student Scholarship

UMUC is offering a $700 New Student Scholarship for the summer session only. Applicants must enroll as a new student, complete and submit the 201112 FAFSA, enroll in a minimum of six credit hours and apply for the scholarship after submitting the FAFSA form.

UMUC Textbooks

UMUC textbooks are 25 percent off through today when ordered through the UMUC European Campus Webtext account. UMUC is also offering a $150 textbook scholarship for family members of active duty personnel. Look for our summer on site class schedule, around base. The online schedule at www. ed.umuc.edu or stop by the UMUC office in building 3293. If you have questions please contact the Rota UMUC office at 727-2917 or 956-82-2917. UMUC office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

DGF Schools Wednesday: Keep your child off the summer slide parent meeting, 2 - 3:30 p.m. in the DGF Elementary Information Center. June 14: Student dismissal at 11:30 a.m. June 15: No school for students; summer break begins.

RELIGION

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Should I Say Something or Not? This week I felt a bit guilty that I didn’t help out a guy I met. He had something hanging from his nose, and I didn’t know if I should say anything (older readers may think of Rosanne Rosannadanna on Saturday Night Live back when it was funny). Sometimes it is hard to know if you should say something. We’ve all known someone who had toilet paper stuck to their shoe, something in their teeth or bad breath. We Chaplain Patrick Riley wonder what to do. If we say something they could get mad or defensive but if we don’t they will be embarrassed later. If we are close to the person we will (probably) tell them, because we want to help but if not we may just laugh (you know we would) and move on. Some situations are more serious, and we should say something. The Navy encourages bystander intervention in criminal situations. We should intervene

CHAPLINES

in a possible sexual assault, drunk driving and more to prevent a horrible thing before it starts. How many of us want our medical doctor to actually say something to us if we have a serious, treatable, medical condition? I hope the doctor doesn’t sit around saying, “Golly, I might offend them by this diagnosis, so maybe I just won’t tell them.” I say go ahead and tell me so I can get whatever it is taken care of! So where does religious faith fit in? Does it fall into the category of bad breath, which may cause a bit of embarrassment or does it fit in the category of something serious? Most of us realize that it can upset people to talk religion and most of you reading this don’t want to upset anyone. It is definitely a social offense to talk about it publicly. As G.K. Chesterton said, “We are free to talk about religion, which means in practice hardly any one is allowed to mention it.” But the question remains. Should you intervene if someone might be eternally separated from God?

If there is a hell, do we have an obligation to warn people? If you don’t believe in such things then there really is no need to upset people, so live and let live. If you do believe in those things, do you think that a social offense is worse than someone’s eternal destination? By the way, I am not talking style (speaking like a jerk or as a kind friend - although, would we refuse chemotherapy to treat cancer because the doctor is rude?). The question is, how serious is this? So, I hope people who take faith seriously will speak up. And I hope those who are offended by the whole question will know that the warnings about judgment are made because we do care. And, so you know, I am warning you now and there is a cure - let’s talk! Oh, and also, about that thing between your teeth. If you would like to speak to me or another chaplain regarding this discussion or any other issue, please call the Religious Ministries Department at 727-2161.

Call 727-2161 for more information on Chapel events. Who is God? Join a small group to study the answer to the biggest question of all: Who is God? In this dynamic, video-driven, small-group experience, Francis Chan distills the nature of God into biblical, foundational truths every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the NAVSTA Rota Chapel Fellowship Hall. The study begins with a meal, followed with a discussion from 7 - 8 p.m. Amos Bible Study A Bible study on Amos meets Wednesday, 6 p.m. at the Chapel Fellowship Hall.

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Tapas

More than a MealA Cultural Activity

Pulpo Gallego

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When people say they “don’t like Spanish food,”

one must ask, “Well, have you had tapas?” Tapas are a completely different form of gastronomy from traditional meals. They consist of small servings of multiple dishes, which some may consider as appetizers. In fact, most Spanish locals eat tapas around noon or 1 p.m., before the main lunch. Tapas can also be a filling meal all on their own, and provide a great way to interact with locals and build friendships while sharing stories, drinks and food. The tapas custom began here in Andalucía. Tapa, the Spanish word for “cover” or “lid,” received its name from its original function; the first tapas were slices of bread used to cover wine and sherry glasses from flies. Soon, bread came with a slice of cheese, then jamón, chorizo, until the tapa developed to what it is today. These days you can find tapas made cold, warm, hot, fried, grilled, pureed, sautéed and prepared every which way. Tapas bring together the best of each region’s offerings: olive oil and vinegar, fresh, local produce, fresh seafood and organically-grown meat. The famous saying, “What grows together goes together," definitely applies. As for those who complain about the lack of flavor in Spanish cuisine, consider that food here is usually prepared with little other than salt and pepper to allow the distinctive flavors of the ingredients to stand out. Why drown a bacalao (cod) in hot sauce?

Paella in Jaén

A Quintessential Part of Spanish Life You Must Experience.

VISTA

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Coliflor in Córdoba

when it tastes perfectly fine on its own? Every region has its specialties. Many small towns even boast a signature tapa that was created there. A few examples: Pulpo a la Gallega (Galician-style octopus) from the Northwest of Spain, Queso Manchego from La Mancha, Salmorejo and Flamenquín from Córdoba and Arranque Roteño from right here in Rota. There are also some staples found in almost every establishment. Among these are Tortilla de Patatas (slow-cooked potato omelette), Albóndigas con Tomate (meatballs in tomato sauce) and Gambas al Ajillo (shrimp in olive oil and garlic, usually with little dried hot peppers). Most tapa bars may stick to the traditional dishes, but some are willing to branch out into creative forms. Some chefs even present tapas with a haute cuisine (fine dining) quality in places such as the pintxo bars of the Basque country, or closer to home, Bar Diverso on Rota’s Avenida de Sevilla or Badulaque in Plaza Jesus Nazaremo.

Beyond the food itself, the tapa provides a cultural activity. It even has its own verb: tapear, as in “Vamos a tapear!” (Let’s go tapa bar-hopping!). Every establishment that serves tapas (be it a taverna, bodega, venta, cervecería, mesón, chiringuito or simply, bar) is a gathering place open to anyone. The atmosphere is friendly, without pretense or class distinctions. Tapeando is a fun activity to partake in with friends and visitors as everyone tries and shares new dishes in small portions. Therefore, if you don’t like something, perhaps someone else will. And when a tapa is not enough to go around, you can always order a media ración (half ration), or a full ración to share with the table. Tapas are an integral part of the Spanish culture. They offer the best ingredients of the area. They mix tradition with creativity. They provide a chance to socialize and partake in the local culture. Best of all, they taste delicious. So, take advantage of the opportunity, or as they say in Spanish, “¡Que te aproveche!”

Tapas in San Sabastian

Ensalada de Bacalao in Granada

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FFSC

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

Sweet Moms

Friday, 4 - 5 p.m. at the OBGYN clinic. Please join us for our inaugural Sweet Moms’ Ice cream social event where expecting and new moms meet the first Friday of each month to learn, talk, share ideas, and make new friends. The guest speaker is Dr. Cheng.

Retirement TAP Workshop

Friday - June 7, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Retiring within the next 24 months? Explore information about your transition from the military, the job search process, your benefits and your responsibilities. The Transition Assistance Program is here to assist you.

Developing a Spending Plan

Monday, 9 - 10 a.m. Hands-on training to determine your financial fitness, realize your goals and plan for your future. You will leave the class ready to save, pay down debt and track expenses.

Spanish for Beginners

Tuesday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Come and enjoy our 17-hour Spanish course for beginners. This course is simple and fun. The lessons are useful, easy and interesting. This course will take you from speaking no Spanish, to being able to fulfill basic communication needs.

Enjoy this summer in Spain while staying on a budget

Sponsor Training

Thursday, 9 - 11 a.m. Have you been assigned as a sponsor? If so, take a couple hours out of your work day to receive the latest information to pass on to your sponsoree. The SMEs from Housing, PSD, Personal Property, WIC, and the School Liaison Officer will let you know everything you need to know to ensure incoming personnel have a smooth and hassle free transfer. Spouses are also encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is required.

Business Résumés

Thursday, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Ten seconds! That is the average time a prospective employer takes to first review your résumé. Discover the key elements on a résumé and how to catch the employer’s eye. Learn how to market yourself for your dream job.

10 Steps to Federal Employment

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

Ombudsman Basic Training

Tuesday, 1 - 2 p.m. Target your federal résumé to highlight your qualifications to HRO and hiring managers. Learn about keywords, the certificate of eligibility and the special requirements of a federal résumé.

June 11 - 14, 6 - 10 p.m. "Strong Navy family ombudsmen are one of the surest and most effective means by which the Navy ensures continuous readiness,” said former Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Mike Mullen. This training is for all new ombudsmen, for those wishing to refresh their skills and spouses in leadership positions. Commands and ombudsman POCs are also encouraged to attend.

Ombudsman Assembly Meeting

Credit Management

Post Deployment Support Group Wednesday, 9 - 10 a.m. Back from deployment and out of sync?

Pre-Deployment Brief

Federal Résumé

Tuesday, 6 - 7 p.m. If you are an ombudsman and you wish to have a short refresher on basic knowledge and skills that are necessary for an ombudsman, come join us for this class. It will be a quick overview with the addition of a few new topics. The Fleet and Family Support Center is offering a group designed specifically for active duty military and their family members. Come learn about resources and share ideas for the future.

Sign, Song & Stories

Wednesday - June 7, 9 - 10:30 a.m. Class meets every Wednesday for eight weeks at the Early Development and Intervention Services bldg. in Las Palmeras housing. EDIS and the new parent support home visitation program of FFSC are teaming up to offer a new, free interactive class promoting pre-literacy skill development using a nurturing parenting philosophy. Each session includes sign language instruction, storytime and singing for children 9 months - 3 years old. Classes will be progressive, so please plan to attend all eight sessions unless arranged with instructor. All class materials were provided free of charge at the first session.

Communication Skills Workshop

Wednesday, 11 - 12:30 p.m. Communication is powerful and directly affects our quality of life and relationships. Our ability to express what we think and feel without clouding our ability to listen and respect how others think and feel is the greatest factor of success in our work and home life. Yet, communication is an everyday activity that is easily taken for granted. This workshop helps people use the power of communication to strengthen relationships at work and home by practicing skills that build effective two-way communication.

Lunch & Learn Seminar: Getting to Know Spain

Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Learn what Spain has to offer. See in details the most famous places to visit, some of them totally unknown to you. Plan your trip ahead of time to know where to go, how to get there and what to visit.

June 12, 9 - 10 a.m. I owe, I owe, it’s off to work I go. Wondering if you’re using credit appropriately? Find out what determines the cost of credit. Discover your own debt ratio and the warning signs of too much credit. June 13, 9 - 10 a.m. Whether you are single or married, preparing for deployment has practical and emotional aspects to consider. This workshop covers financial aspects, communication and coping strategies. Spouses and family members are highly encouraged to attend in order to help them prepare for this often-stressful period.

Family Field Trip: Medina-Sidonia

June 15, 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m. Enjoy this walking tour to the old town of MedinaSidonia one of Andalucía’s most picturesque pueblos blancos (white villages). The town of Medina is located on top of a hill that overseas a wide valley. We will be walking downtown and exploring the main monuments with a local guide. After the visit there will be time for tapas or lunch. Field trip fee is 5 euros per person.

Father’s Day Workshop : The 5 Languages of Love

June 15, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.. Have you ever thought – I know my spouse/significant other loves me, but I don’t feel loved? During this worship we will explore different ways people show love to each other. We will talk about the different emotional needs people have. We will give you a chance to explore what your love language is and what your emotional needs are. It will then explore how to communicate

ACTIVITIES

May 31, 2012

Activities

Flamenco

Arts

Sevilla, bullring guided tours, daily, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., tickets 6.50 euros

Flamenco recital by Miguel Poveda, July 21, at 10:30 p.m., Bullring, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets 25 - 35 euros.

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

Flamenco show, Jerez, Fridays and Saturdays, 10 p.m., El Lagar del Tio Parrilla, Plaza del Mercado, 95633-8334

Handcrafts display by Sisters of Belen, Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., La Cartuja Monastery, Jerez de la Frontera

Ruta de los Sentidos, a guided tour in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Saturdays, 10:15 a.m. Juega con los Sentidos, a guided tour in El Puerto, Saturdays, 6 p.m., 956-85-3960

Flamenco show, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Fridays, 10:30 and 11:30 p.m., Bodegon de Arte “A Contratiempo," Calle San Miguel, 5, tickets 12 euros, 653-07-1099

International Wine Fair “Vinoble,” Sunday - Tuesday, Alcazar (Moorish Castle), Alameda Vieja, Jerez de la Frontera. Tickets on sale at the place of the event.

Music

Tapa Route, until June 19, Sanlucar, 28 establishments participating, one tapa and one glass of Manzanilla = 2.50 euro, at the bar

Ruta por El Puerto y Bodegas Osborne, guided tour, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m., tickets 5 euros (children) and 10 euros (adults), 697-34-5807 Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces (How A n d a l u s i a n H o r s e s D a n c e ) . Tu e s d a y s a n d Thursdays at noon, Recreo de las Cadenas, Avda. Duque de Abrantes, Jerez, tickets 19 - 25 euros, 956-31-8008, or www.realescuela.org River Journey “Sanlucar-Guadalquivir River-Doñana Park," Real Fernando Ship, Fabrica de Hielo, guided tour, Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m., tickets; adults 16.50 euros, children 8.20 euros. 956-36-3813 or www.visitasdonana.com Castillo de Luna, Rota, weekend guided tours at 1 and 5 p.m., request tickets in advance at the tourism office, Calle Cuna, 2 Sanlucar Flea Market, Calle Ramon y Cajal, Sundays holidays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Rota Flea Market, Picobarro, Sundays, 10 a.m. -2 p.m.

Rock concert by “La Luz,” Friday, 11:30 p.m., Sala de Conciertos “Tio Zappa,” Jerez de la Frontera, tickets 10 euros Opera, “O Sole Mio,” June 9 at 9 p.m., La Merced Auditorium, Sanlucar de Barrameda, tickets 10 euros Bruce Springsteen in concert, June 17, Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, www.livenation.es

Sports

Eat/Drink

Gonzalez Byass Bodega, Jerez de la Frontera Monday Saturday at noon, 1, 2, 5 and 6:30 p.m., tickets 11 euros Sandeman Bodega, Jerez de la Frontera, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. Barbadillo Bodega, Sanlucar Tuesday - Saturdays at 11 a.m. tickets 3 euros

Upcoming Festivals Feria de Primavera - Puerto Real, Friday - Wednesday Feria del Corpus Christi - Granada, Sunday - June 7

X Duatlon Cross Ciudad de Sanlucar, Saturday, at 7:30 p.m., Sanlucar Hipodrome Costa del Sol, Mijas (Horse Races), 8:30 - 10 p.m., summer season: June 30, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, Aug. 3, 10, 17, admission 5 euros, 17 and under free, tickets at El Corte Ingles

Feria y Fiestas de San Antonio - Chiclana de la Frontera, June 12 - 17 Feria del Carmen y de La Sal - San Fernando, July 11 - 16

LOCAL

May 31, 2012

Command Picnic: Fun in the Sun at Naval Station Rota Photos by MC2(SW/AW) Travis Alston

Members assigned to Naval Station Rota, Spain had a command picnic Friday. During the picnic, members participated in various activities such as golf, basketball, Angry Birds and a pie-in-the-face contest. The picnic gave service members, dependents an Spanish government employees and opportunity to socialize and enjoy some great weather and food.

Left - Naval Station Rota, Spain Command Master Chief, Master Chief David Twiford receives a pie to the face during the command picnic. Right - Yeoman 3rd Class Jarrel Gray goes up for a layup during a game of 3-on-3 basketball.

May 31, 2012

LOCAL

Amid Controversy, Barcelona Wins the King’s Football Club Barcelona beat Athletic Bilbao 3 - 0 in the Final of the Copa del Rey (King's Cup) this past Friday as the curtain came down on the Spanish club soccer season. The setting was Madrid's Vicente Calderon, which was Yuval Fleming the venue for the game Sports Writer after Real Madrid declined to host the highly-anticipated final. The atmosphere was charged and tense and much of the buildup to the game was focused on the action on the field instead of how fans of both teams would react to the playing of the Spanish National Anthem. The Copa del Rey is a single-elimination tournament that is played during each La Liga season and incorporates even the smallest of Spanish soccer clubs. Athletic has won the competition 23 times but their last victory came 28 years ago. For Barcelona's Pep Guardiola, the games was one last chance to win a title as he was coaching in his last game manager of the Catalan Giants. Barcelona’s players looked eager to deliver that victory and raced out of the gates. Just three minutes into the game, Pedro took advantage of a poor clearance from a corner kick and put Barcelona on the board first. Lionel Messi added another goal in the 22nd minute, after Andres Iniesta, who was the best player on the field, delivered a perfect through ball in the box.

OFFSIDES

The Argentinean took one touch and from close range blasted the ball into the top of the net. Pedro scored another goal in the 25th minute, and afterwards paid homage to fellow teammate Eric Abidol who earlier in the season was forced to take a leave of absence after being diagnosed with liver cancer. Athletic regrouped in the second half, but by then it was too late, and Barcelona cruised to the title. For Athletic and their fans, who are considered some of the most loyal and faithful in all of Spain, it was a disappointing end to a season that saw them lose two finals in as many weeks. This game was played in an eerily-similar fashion to the Europa Cup Final which they lost to Atletico Madrid in Bucharest Romania. In that game Athletic also conceded soft early goals and failed to score any goals of their own. Much of the talk before the game was about how fans of both teams would react to the Spanish National Anthem and the presence of Prince Felipe. Three years ago when the two teams met in the Final in Valencia there were a significant amount of fans who whistled and booed during the playing of the anthem. Some in the Basque Region and Catalonia see the anthem as a symbol of Spanish Nationalism, something that is contrary to their desire to exercise more sovereignty and control over their territories. Players and coaches of both teams shied away from the subject before the

game; however the President of the Community of Madrid, Esperanza Aguirre, fueled the flames when she said earlier in the week that the game, “should be suspended and held behind closed doors,” should fans boo the prince or disrupt the anthem. The volume for the anthem, which was decreased to 20 seconds, was amplified by TV España (TVE) in an effort to drown out the crowd noise. Fans and press at the game reported that the whistling from the crowd during the anthem was noticeable, were as chants during the game against Esperanz Aguirre. Yuval Fleming is a biased sports fan who lives in Rota, Spain and writes a weekly sports column for The Coastline. Please send comments and article ideas to yuval.fleming@eu.navy.mil.

The Offsides Summer Sports Writing Contest: All youngsters (under the age of 18) are invited to submit their sports article to Offsides before June 30. Sports must be featured prominently in the article. The winning writer will be awarded a $100 Navy Exchange Gift Certificate and will possibly see their article published in The Coastline. Second place will receive a $25 gift certificate. E-mail your submissions to yuval. fleming@eu.navy.mil.

Barcelona players celebrate after defeating Athletic Bilbao in the King's Cup final on Friday. Photo by Reuters

SAILOR IN THE SPOTLIGHT

May 31, 2012

Sailor in the Spotlight

MC3 Derric Cushman Story and Photo By MC2(SW/AW) Travis Alston A native of Augusta, Ga., Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Derric Cushman enlisted in the Navy in 2009. After completing basic training in Great Lakes, Ill., he reported to Mass Communication Specialist A-school at Fort George G. Meade, Md. Once he completed A-school, he reported to the American Forces Network Detachment Rota, Spain, Oct. 2010. Cushman is currently working in the command information department where he gathers news for the AFN Rota daily newscast. The newscast is used to inform the Naval Station Rota and Moron Air Force Base communities on everything that may impact their lives. He is also in charge of gathering information for the morning and afternoon DJs, so they can keep radio listeners informed on upcoming base events. Cushman said his biggest accomplishment was earning a Chinfo Merit Award Honorable Mention for a TV news story on Exercise Lisa Azul. "Work hard every day, give your best, and let the cards fall where they may. If you don't go after what you want, you'll never have it. If you don't ask, the answer is always no. If you don't step forward, you're always in the same place."

May 31, 2012

PUB'S CORNER

MegaSilvita: If You Like to Bake, This Shop is a M ust MegaSilvita MegaSilvita is the creation of Silvia Alcedo. It all started back in 2005 when Silvia was pregnant with her first child. Since she wasn’t feeling well, she watched a lot of TV. She especially liked a cake and pastry decorating program that aired on an Argentine channel. Everything was quite foreign to her at the time. She searched the Internet but was unable to find By Karen Lucas, Coastline Publisher materials or Karen@coastline.e.telefonica.net ingredients for recipes. Little by little she got into a forum about recipes, and with the help of others with the same interest, she was able to compile a lot of ingredients for recipes, and began practicing. At first it was an odyssey, but since she has always been good at crafts, it didn’t take too long before people from all over Spain began contacting her for lessons. During the next two years, she travelled all over Spain, conducting classes on cake decorating: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Mallorca, Murcia, Coruña, Sevilla, Málaga and Granada. This gave her a lot of experience and a name in the world of cake decorating. About two years ago, thanks to the encouragement of students, she started her online store, www.megasilvita.com which is a big success. This all led to a brick and mortar store which is open to the public where everything is centralized. The store opened its doors last December and is quite incredible. I have never seen one like it in this country. Take a look at the Web page to get an idea of what you can find there. The good thing is that it is just a few minutes from the Rota gate; just go down Avda. San Fernando and go right at the hands statue,there you will find it on the right hand side of the Avda. de la Marina before you get to the gas station. If you are planning on doing some special baking for the upcoming graduation, I am sure you can get some great ideas at MegaSilvita. Zirkón Speaking of graduation, Zirkón is hosting a Spring Showroom Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. and from 5 - 9:30 p.m. at their shop in Soto de Vistahermosa. This is a great opportunity to see the latest in silver jewelry at unbelievable prices and

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Women attend a cookie decorating class.

get some wonderful gifts. As I commented, when they first advertised, they design and manufacture the majority of the things they sell. This enables them to sell at really good prices. As a showroom promotion, for every 40-euro purchase, you gets a free Swarovski bracelet. Stop by and check it out this Saturday! Magic American Diner Magic American Diner now opens early for breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. They're open 6 a.m. - noon. They offer three different breakfasts: American, French and Spanish. The American breakfast consists of eggs, bacon, sausages, tomato and toast and costs 4.90 euro. The French breakfast is eggs, ½ baguette, a croissant, butter, marmalade, pate and fruit for 4.50 euro. The Spanish breakfast is made up of a roll, Iberian ham, tomato, olive oil and a piece of tortilla for 4.50 euro. The coffee is free! Magic American Diner is located at Calle Misericordia,9 in downtown Puerto. If you have yet to try it, put it on your “to do” list. You won’t be sorry. Molly Malone The first barbecue of the season at Molly’s will be tomorrow (weather permitting). Don’t miss out. 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.

Decorating supplies available at MegaSilvita

MOVIES

May 31, 2012

el mercado

CLASSIFIEDS

To place a classified ad submit information in 25 words or less by the Friday prior to desired publication date. Classifieds will run for one edition only. Free ads are available to TEI cardholders for non-commercial goods. E-mail submission to coastline@eu.navy.mil or fax to 727-1021. Non-TEI cardholders and/or ads of a commercial nature (pets for sale, real estate, for-profit business) require payment and must be submitted to Karen Lucas at Karen@coastline.e.telefonica.net or fax to 956-54-2997.

2006 BMW 318i E90: Euro specs, all annual inspections performed by authorized BMW dealership and logged in maint. book, one owner, ITV passed in April, 11,600 euros. Call Julian, 727-1082 or 686-28-2997. 2001 OPEL VECTRA 2.0 TDI: Green/ blue, great cond/exceptionably reliable, impressive A/C and heater, 4 disc CD changer, 110K km/69K mi, 2nd owner/ dealer maintained, 15-gal/60 ltr diesel capacity, 712km/445mi per tank. Primed for touring/trips, earliest sell June 20, 2,550 euros, price neg. Call David Varner at 68905-8467, or 722-8401 (Morón AB, Spain). Email for pictures at k9locjaw@yahoo.com

HOUSES AND APARTMENTS: Sea views, pools and yards, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 bdrm in Rota, Costa Ballena, Chipiona, Puerto Sta. Maria and Sanlúcar, w/pools and yards. No rental fees to Americans. Call Antonio at 685-204466 or antonioduqmaq52@yahoo.com. HOUSES: Detached unfurn houses in Las Redes, Costa oeste area, near beach, 4 bdrms, driveway, yard, 1,400 euros and up. Call Ed 639-31-0436 or dnumdeb2@gmail.com, English spoken. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Cleaning and maintenance, key handling, access to U.K. rental bookings. Call Ray at 653-78-0296.

1997 Red Jeep Wrangler: $4,000, available end of June. Call 956-81-0891.

1991VESPA 200PX “Iris”: Classic scooter with only 15km, engine runs great needs some paint, 1,000 euros. Call 666-08-1896.

APARTMENT BY CHIPIONA MARINA: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, underground parking, rooftop terrace, three-minute walk to marina and beach, furn optional, 1,200 euros/mo negotiable. Free Internet and cable, English-speaking landlords. Call 956-05-3624 or 600-89-8066.

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CRAFTSMAN ROLLAWAY TOOL CHEST: 15-drawer tool chest w/ pneumatic wheels in good condition, asking 200 euros, OBO. Call Michael at 667-78-5289.

L E AV E D O N O R P R O G R A M Mrs. Tara Lopez of the Human Resources Office (HRO) has been approved as a leave recipient in the Voluntary Leave Donor Program. If you are interested in donating leave to her, please contact Juana Perez (ext.1648) in HRO. She can answer your questions and provide the required forms.

Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418. BEACH APARTMENT IN PUERTO: Unique location, first line Las Redes beach, 4 min. from Puerto base gate. Ample lvg/dng rm, 3 bdrm w/built-in closets, 1 bath, A/C, heat w/individual pump units, U.S. style washer, fully equipped kitchen, telephone line, ADSL Internet. Uninterrupted view of the Cadiz Bay, 1,200 euros/mo., maint. fees, local and national telephone service and Internet included. Fully furn or unfurn. Call 62890-7856 or 956-48-1349. English spoken. BEAUTIFUL BEACHFRONT APARTMENT IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 1st row, 5 min. from gate, 2 bdrm, 1 full-bath, lvg-dng rm w/balcony, American style kitchen, vitro, oven, microwave, washing machine, thermostat heating (solar heat), TV w/ satellite connection, Internet, telephone, wind screens, lift, underground garage. American owned, tastefully furn, ready to live in, available now, 1,000 euros/mo. negotiable (utilities included), plus dep. Call Coco at 956-48-0973 or 699-79-4899 or Brigitte at 956-85-1396. Listed in housing, sorry no pet, ideal for a single person.

ATTACHED HOUSE IN EL AGUILA: 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, ample attic, central heat, city gas, fireplace, very lrg kitchen, street level parking, 1,000 euro/mo. Comm fees included. A-008. Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418.

BEAUTIFUL HOUSE OUTSIDE PUERTO GATE: American owned, 1 min to housing gate, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, walk-in closet, lvg-dng area w/fireplace, lrg kitchen, w/ pantry, laundry area, terrace enclosed w/ glass, sep. BBQ area w/water, private inside covered parking for 2 cars w/automatic gate, central heat, A/C, window screens, AFN satellite. Call Michael 667-78-5290.

ATTACHED HOUSE IN EL SOTO DE VISTAHERMOSA: 4 bdrm, 3 bath, fireplace, A/C, city gas, private parking, laundry rm, yard, 850 euro/mo. A-0787.

CHALET IN EL CARMEN: 4 bdrm, 3 bath, yard w/pool, ample kitchen, A/C, fireplace, street level parking,1,600 euro/mo. Ref: A-1074. Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418.

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CHALET IN VISTAHERMOSA: 1,200 m2 lot, 5 bdrm, 3.5 bath, A/C, lrg lvg rm, good porch, pool, well, enclosed garage, 2,000 euro/mo. Ref: A-0878. Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418. DETACHED HOUSE IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 5 bdrm, 3 bath, lvg/dng area w/fireplace, kitchen and laundry area, A/C, heat, private parking, lrg yd, close to beach and base, 1,200 euros/mo.,includes gardener. Listed in housing. Call Coco at 699-79-4899, English spoken. LOVELY AMPLE HOUSE ON LRG LOT 1,000m2 W/GUEST HOUSE: Main house has 3 ample bdrm w/built-in closets, 1 1/2 bath, lvg rm w/fireplace, 2 porches, lrg complete kitchen w/pantry, laundry rm, parking for 3 cars. Guest house has mini kitchen, bath, lvng rm and bdrm. On Sanlucar rd, 1,200 euros/mo. Call Chari Matias Lebron at 645-94-5586. NEW DETACHED HOUSE 10 MINUTES FROM BASE: 3 lrg bdrm, master bdrm fits king size bed, 3 bath, huge American-style kitchen w/island, lvg-dng area, central A/C and heat, huge yard w/sprinkler system, private pool and driveway, 2,300 euros/mo, gardener and maint fees incl. Call Coco 699-79-4899. English spoken.

TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT IN COSTA BALLENA: In residential area, 2 bdrm. 2 bath, A/C, pool, 2 min from t h e b e a c h . Ca l l 6 2 9 - 5 2 - 1 4 4 4 . ROTA APARTMENT: In residential a re a , 3 b d r m , 2 b at h , l vg / d n g rm, kitchen, laundry rm, terrace, furn or unfurn. Call 666-49-0434.

ROTA HOUSE FOR RENT: Nice house, very close to the beach, 4 bdrm 3 bath, full kitchen, w/patio, inside parking for two cars, A/C, laundry rm, listed in housing. English spoken. Contact Antonio at 615-23-2552.

security guard, and chauffeur, has B1 license, speaks English and Spanish. Call 666-88-1157 or 632-22-1677.

MISCELLANEOUS

BRIDGE GROUP: Anyone interested in joining a Bridge card group at NAS Rota starting in June or July? Inquiries can be made to Luckygal1374@gmail.com.

B R O K E R D E A L E R : U. S . M u t u a l Fu n d s, I R A’S , 5 2 9 1 , i n s u r a n c e, I.R.P.S. Call Ray at 653-78-0296. EXPERIENCED DOG WALKER: Need someone to walk your dog? Experienced dog walker off base in Rota. Call Seth at 695-10-0348. References available. GUITAR LESSONS: Classic, flamenco and elementary guitar. Call Manolo for more info at 956-85-1455 or 666-87-4875. EMPLOYMENT: Homecare provider in the States for seven years, first aid, CPR, courses in child abuse detection, safety, learning lnvironment and health. Exc. ref, lots of experience w/children and the elderly, has transportation. Exc. spoken English. Call Inma at 617-18-3881. KITE SURFING LESSONS: Individual or group, gear provided, Navy base discounts, complete beginner okay. I will meet you in Cadiz, Rota, or Puerto, 70 euros/day. Call 619-80-4339. SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Very responsible, 36-yr-old Spanish woman w/lots of experience seeks employment caring for children of any age and/or cleaning by the hour or monthly. Weekends or weekdays, flexible hours, immediately available and has exp. working on base, references avail. Call Esther at 666-88-1157 or 632-22-1677. WORK WANTED: Has experience as

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E M P L O Y M E N T HRO: Education Aid, GS-1702-02/03/04, Marketing and Public Affairs Asst., GS1001-05, Recreation Aid, GS-0189-03, Recreation Asst.(Liberty), GS-0189-05, Safety and Occupational Health Manager, GS-0018-13, Secretary (O/A), GS-0318-08 (Office of CO). Customer service hours 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 727-1643 for more info. MWR: CYP Program Assistant, CYP Operations Clerks, reg f/t and flex, Driver/ Cashier (Pizza Villa), Aquatics Manager (Pools), reg. f/t, Teen Summer Hire, Theater Rec. Aide, emergency hire. Applications must be submitted on OF-612 form and Family Member Status Form to MWR Personnel Office between 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For more info call 727-2596 or 727-3263. MWR COMMUNITY CLASSES: Want to start and run your own business? Do you have a hobby or skill that you believe others would pay for? Rota MWR Community Classes is a program that allows you to start and run your own onbase business while teaching others your skills, all with the backing of MWR. Call 727-1382 or email communityclasses@ rotamwr.com to find out more.

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OUT AND ABOUT

May 31, 2012

Members assigned to Naval Station Rota, Spain's Port Operations Department pose for a photo after a beach cleaning community relations event, May 23. Photo courtesy of port operations.

Construction Electrician Constructionman Jayke Boughton, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, sets up a caution sign for a construction project at Naval Station Rota. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Jesse Sherwin)

Students and staff members from David G. Farragut Elementary/Middle School pose for a photo before commencing their annual field day event, Friday. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd class Travis Alston)

May 31, 2012