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Eggstravaganza April 7th UFC is coming back! April 13th GeoCaching Hike w/ Liberty April 21st
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NAS Sigonella, Sicily • MWR magazine
April 2012
MWR events x0548
Eggstravaganza
The Front Men Concert Friday, April 6th at 7pm @ the NAS I Gym Country music icons Richie McDonald (Lonestar), Larry Stewart (Restless Heart), and Tim Rushlow (Little Texas) are taking the stage together for an evening of unplugged music and the stories you’ve never heard behind some of their biggest hits. As front men for three of the biggest bands in country music history, they have collectively sold over 30 million records, charted 30 #1 hit singles, and written songs that have created enduring memories for millions of fans across the world. Knoxville singer/songwriter Erick Baker will open the show.
Saturday, April 7th You’re in for some eggstra eggcitement Easter weekend with MWR! Join us from 10am until noon at the NAS I Annex Field for our annual Eggstravaganza! There will be activities for children of all ages including an egg hunt for ages 0-12. The Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 10am so don’t be late!
UFC Clinic and Meet & Greet Friday, April 13th NAS I Gym at 7pm Navy Entertainment is bringing former UFC Middleweight Champion Rich Franklin, Keith “The Dean of Mean” Jardine of The Ultimate Fighter Season 2 and Stefhan Bonner of the UFC Season 1 Finale to NAS Sigonella to meet & teach our sailors and patrons moves from the octagaon.
Fitness
NAS I x4483• NAS II x5243 Motta Extreme Trail Run Saturday, April 28th at 10:30am This 1.8-mile run traverses Motta’s rocky terrain, great for both competitive runners and serious power walkers. Register at the Fit District or Flight Line Fitness Center from April 2nd – 27th. All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt. Transportation to and from Motta is available, RESERVATION REQUIRED for a seat. Pick up outside ITT. Bring euro for lunch at a local Italian restaurant after the event. No strollers or dogs allowed. For more information call one of the fitness centers. $5 before April 20th at 4pm $10 through April 27th No race day registration available!
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CFL Command Fitness Leader Training May 7th – 11th Midtown classroom 8am – 5pm For more information contact Jill.Hathaway@eu.navy.mil x4951 or Monic.Long@eu.navy.mil x2712
Miles for Life Achieve your fitness goals with Miles for Life! Stop by the front desk at NAS I and NAS II fitness centers each time you walk, run, or use the elliptical. When you reach 100 miles your photo will go on the board. At 500 miles you’ll be entered to win a prize!
Blood & Guts Club Let the Sigonella community know you’re strong! Join the NAS Sigonella Blood and Guts Club. Testing is done the last Monday of every month. Pre-sign ups are required. For more information contact the Flight Line Fitness Center x2712.
ADULT sports x2712
Command Challenge – Coming in May This is not your average challenge. Start training now and form your 15 person teams (must have at last 3 females). Team packets with events will be available April 2nd.
midtown 2 Theaters x4248
$1 Movies
Movie Matinees
Tuesday, April 3rd All active duty members can purchase tickets for themselves and family members for only $1 each!
April 6th, 11th, and 13th at 2pm Check the movie schedule to see what’s playing!
Free Movie: Hop
We’re showing a free movie next month and you get to choose it! Vote for the movie you’d like to see and we’ll show it on Thursday, May 17th free! You can vote for any of these movies: Gran Torino Forgetting Sarah Marshall Ghosts of Girlfriends Past Eat Pray Love Vote inside the theater or online at www.facebook.com/mwrsigonella.
Saturday, April 7th at 12:30pm Join us after the Eggstravaganza for a free Easter movie!
Free Movie of the Month Thursday, April 19th You voted! Check the movie schedule to find out which one got the most votes. We’ll show it free!
Vote For Next Month’s Free Movie
Popcorn Punch Cards Grab a popcorn punch card and when you’ve purchased 4 large popcorns you’ll get the 5th free!
Youth Complex x1750 • x1747
Tween Smart Girls Lock-In
Spring Break in Naples
Youth Plex Spring Fling
Saturday, April 28th 7pm – 10pm Join us for fun, food and entertainment! Registration with the Tween Center is required and permission slips are due by Friday, April 27th.
April 9th – 12th Lodging will be at Carney Park, a military rec facility located in the extinct volcano Campiglione near Naples. We’ll visit lots of fun sites including Hard Rock Café and Rome’s new amusement park, Rainbow Magic Land! Departs: Youth Complex April 9th at 8am Returns: April 12th at approx. 9pm Open to all registered Teens and Tweens. Permission slips and payment due April 3rd. $200
Saturday, April 14th 4pm – 11pm Join us for BBQ, fun, movies and games! Open to all registered Teens and Tweens.
SPRING
SPAREtime bowling x4302
Month of the Military Child Kids’ bowling and shoe rental is free all month when they bowl with their parents!
Dollar Day Craze Mondays $1.00 Game, $1.00 Shoes
2 for 1 Thursday Thursdays Two people bowl for the price of one!
Cosmic Bowling Saturdays Come out for some glow in the dark fun with the choice to play Colorama and win prizes!
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premiere LIBRARY x3875
Military Child Month Deployment Books Deployment books can help! Check out our collection. Pick up a Ready to Read Early Literacy Resource Guide too.
Leadership Book Display The Navy Reading List could help you read your way to a successful career.
ITT gear-N-go x4777 or x4396
Catania Shopping
Good Friday in Enna
Fridays Let us drive you to Catania for a day of shopping. Depart: NAS II 8:00am, NAS I 8:30am Return: 2:00pm $5 (Bring euro for food and shopping.)
Friday, April 6th See Sicily's most famous and unforgettable Good Friday procession. Enna is known for its spectacular panoramic views of the island. Depart: NAS II 2:30pm, Marinai 2:45pm, NAS I 3:00pm Return: 11:00pm $24 (Bring euro for food and fees.)
Gangi Palm Sunday Procession Sunday, April 1st Don't miss this opportunity to experience Gangi's unique Palm Processional. The lunch will be in a typical Sicilian restaurant after the parade. Depart: NAS II 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 7:00pm $60 (Lunch is included.)
Caleca Pottery in Patti Wednesday, April 4th Our trip to the Caleca factory in Patti will give you the opportunity to shop for this famous brand of Sicilian hand-painted pottery at wholesale prices! Depart: NAS II 2:00pm, Marinai 2:15pm, NAS I 2:30pm Return: 7:00pm $18 or 2 for $30 (Bring euro for food and shopping.)
Caltanissetta on Holy Thursday Thursday, April 5th This world-famous procession happens only on Holy Thursday, the week before Easter! Explore this unique city and witness the procession, featuring 12 floats representing the 12 Stations of the Cross. Depart: NAS II 4:00pm, Marinai 4:15pm, NAS I 4:30pm Return: 11:00pm $24 (Bring euro for shopping and food.)
Holy Saturday Sciaccariata in Ferla Saturday, April 7th Ferla is a small town located in the Siracusa province that has a tradition on the night of Holy Saturday. It’s the “Sciaccariata” which means: illumination by fire with torches. After the Easter mass is the procession of Madonna and Jesus, raised from the dead. Hundreds of torches light the street in this amazing event that has happened for generations. Depart: NAS II 7:00pm, Marinai 7:15pm, NAS I 7:30pm Return: Approx. Midnight or 1:00am $32 Adults, $15 Children
Sicilian Country Day in Licodea Eubea Saturday, April 14th Spend the day in the town of Licodea Eubea where you can visit the Archeological Museum and town. We’ll tour the local cheese factory and watch them make ricotta and other cheeses and enjoy samples. See the Silvestri Castle and tour the winery to sample the new wine. Lunch will be served at the Agriturismo Makatorion. Depart: NAS II 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 7:00pm $79
Circumetnea Antique Train Adventure Saturday, April 14th Grab a few friends and enjoy a train ride around Etna with a stop in the historic town of Randazzo for lunch. The medieval walled city was devastated in WWII when more than 80% of its houses were destroyed by Allied Forces. Depart: NAS I 6:45am Return: 4:30pm $30 (Bring euro for food.)
Agrigento: Valley of the Temples & Bagliesi Winery Sunday, April 15th Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century B.C., Agrigento became one of the leading cities of the Mediterranean world. The city is universally known for the spectacular Valley of Temples, the sacred area of ancient Akragas, one of the most important colonies of the Greek Empire. After the tour we will visit the Bagliesi Winery for wine tasting and a light meal. Depart: NAS II 8:00am, Marinai 8:15am, NAS I 8:30am Return: 6:30pm $50 (Includes entrance fees, lunch & wine tasting.)
Dinner at Borgo Antico & Ceramic Demonstration Friday, April 20th Agriturismo Borgo Antico will serve a special organic dinner and we’ll get a special ceramic demonstration. Depart: NAS II 5:00pm, Marinai 5:30pm, NAS I 5:45pm Return: 11:30pm $49
Ragusa & Donna Fugata Castle Saturday, April 21st Tour the city of Ragusa and see its Baroque architecture, including several stunning palaces and churches and visit the Donna Fugata Castle that dates back to the mid-16th Century. Depart: NAS II 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 5:00pm $29 (Bring money for fees and food.)
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Corleone Hunting Royal Palace & Principe di Corleone Wine Tasting
Bellini Opera Season 2012
Sunday, April 22nd Visit the Hunting Palace of The Borbone King who was the King of Two Sicilys. The Royal Palace is located near Corleone Town, where we will enjoy an exquisite lunch and wine tasting at the Agrituristic Farm Principe di Corleone. We may even have a chance to see them harvest the grapes. Depart: NAS II 6:30am, Marinai 6:45am, NAS I 7:00am Return: 8:00pm $60 (Wine tasting and lunch are included, but bring some cash as the credit card machine at the winery is often out of order.)
“Le Nozze Di Figaro’” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart & Augustin Caron De Beaumarchais
Vizzini Ricotta Cheese Festival
Try a new learning approach with both traditional lessons and first-hand experience. Bring notebooks and colored pens for classroom lessons. Level I (Beginners) - Every Wednesday beginning April 4th from 4:30pm – 6:30pm. Level II (More Advanced) - Every Friday beginning April 6th from 4:30pm – 6:30pm $120
Wednesday, April 25th Vizzini is famous for its ricotta cheese creation. Sample the many incarnations of ricotta at this festival. Depart: NAS II 7:30am, NAS I 8:00am Return: 4:00pm $25 or 2 for $42 (Bring euro for food.)
Saturday, May 12th Floor Seats: $52 per person Gallery Seats: $37 per person Depart: NAS I 4:00pm Transportation is included.
Keep in touch with ITT for the Infiorata Festival coming next month in Noto! Italian Classes
Extended Trips Spring Break in Budapest
Palermo I Saturday, April 28th Tour Sicily’s capital and visit the churches of St. Joseph and the Martorana, which is famous for its bell tower. There may be a possibility to see the catacombs. Depart: NAS II 6:30am, Marinai 6:45am, NAS I 7:00am Return: 6:30pm $32 (Bring euro for fees and lunch.)
Castiglione di Sicilia, Alcantara Valley & Russo Winery Sunday, April 29th We’ll see the scenic Etna towns of Linguaglossa, Castiglione and the Valley of Alcantra. Lunch will be served at Russo Winery where we will also sample some famous Mt. Etna wines. Depart: NAS II 7:30am, Marinai 7:45am, Nas I 8:00am Return: 7:00pm $56 (Wine tasting and lunch are included.)
April 7th – 10th Sign up by March 30th Explore the capital city some say is the most beautiful in Eastern Europe. You’ll tour the city of Budapest and all its historical sites. Visit the Great Market Hall where genuine Hungarian products are sold. Indulge in a delicious Hungarian dinner while you cruise down the blue Danube River. It’s an experience you don’t want to miss! Price per person: Single Occupancy: $1621 Double Occupancy: $1538 Child sharing a room with 2 adults (ages 4-12): $1000 Child sharing a room with 2 adults (under 4): $100
Florence Express May 26th – 28th Spend Memorial Day Weekend in the enchanting Tuscan city of Florence! You’ll have three days to explore this beautiful city, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to some of the most outstanding museums in the world. We’ll also stop in Pisa to see the famous leaning tower. Price per person: Single Occupancy: $537 Double Occupancy: $453 Triple Occupancy: $435 Child sharing a room with 2 adults (ages 3-12): $260 Child sharing a room with 2 adults (2 and under): $40
Rome Express June 16th – 17th Visit the Eternal City and get a taste of La Dolce Vita (the sweet life). Tour the city. Visit the coliseum, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Spagna and so much more! Price per person: Single Occupancy: $397 Double Occupancy: $354 Triple Occupancy: $347 Child sharing a room with 2 adults (ages 2-11): $276 Child sharing a room with 2 adults (under 2): $35
Memorial Day Weekend in Lipari May 25th – 28th Spend Memorial Day Weekend in the Aeolian Islands! Catch some sun on the black volcanic beaches and dip into crystal clear waters. The apartments are located close to downtown. You can bring your cooler and food to cook in your apartment, or you can eat at a local restaurant. Visit the other Aeolian Islands via ferry, rent scooters, scuba dive, relax, tour the museum, or snorkel! This trip fills up quickly, so sign up today! Prices per person: Single Occupancy: $370 Double Occupancy: $300 Triple Occupancy: $280 Quadruple Occupancy: $270 Child age 6-14: $276 Child age 3-5: $30
outdoor REC x4777 or x4396
Rent the Paintball Field
Biking in Nebrodi Park
Kayak: Catania to Acitrezza
Book the Sigonella Paintball Field for your next command function, birthday party or organizational event. $150 includes two hours of play, field fees, 2000 rounds of paint and gear rental for up to 14 players. You may purchase additional paint at ITT.
Saturday, April 14th A 30-mile ride through the Nebrodi/Peloritani Park in the Enna province of Sicily. We will provide the bike, guides, transportation and the agriturismo lunch after the ride. A packing list will be provided at the time of registration. This is a medium to difficult ride. Depart ITT: 7:30am Return: Approx. 5:00pm $49 (Gear, guides, transportation and lunch are included.)
Saturday, April 28th Paddle along the North coast of Catania to Acitrezza. We will teach you the skills you need along the way. Once we arrive in Acitrezza, we will stop at a fishing village for a panini, granita or brioche. Depart ITT: 9:00am Return: 3:00pm $20 (Transportation, kayak and life jacket are included. Bring euro for food.)
Hike The Top of Mt Etna
Marzamemi Fishing Trip
Rock Climbing Orientation Wednesdays 5pm Learn the basics to safely use our climbing wall. You will receive a card certifying you as an authorized patron at our facility after completing the orientation. No experience is necessary. If Wednesday at 5pm doesn’t work for you, call and schedule a time that does. Sign up at ITT. Free
Country Day with Mariska & Emilio Friday, April 6th Spend the evening of Good Friday at Mariska & Emilio’s house, where they will prepare your choice, meat or fish. After dinner you will go with them to assist at the “Cristo Morto” procession in Mineo, and finish the evening with a glass of prosecco, beer or café at a local bar. Depart: NAS I 4:00pm, Marinai 4:15pm, NAS II 4:30pm Return: 11:00pm $36 meat or $40 fish
Saturday, April 21st Hike the top of Mt. Etna with the team of Outdoor Rec. We will hike for almost 9-10 hours round trip, and show you the natural/geological points of interest. This will be a very difficult hike. Bring your regular hiking shoes, lunch, water and jackets because it’s cold at 9,500 feet! Depart: NAS I 7:00am Return: 6:00pm $30
Selinunte Temples and Ruins Saturday, April 7th Poet Algernon Swinburne refers to Selinunte as, “the most extraordinary collection of ruins in Europe.” Its 3.7 miles of trails allows you to experience the eight temples and the fortified city that contains them. Dine above the beach in a small seaside community and discover the archeological park. There will be no local guide explaining the sights. Selinunte is a 3.5 hour drive. Wear comfortable shoes. Depart: NAS I 6:00am Return: 7:00pm $30 (Bring €10 for the entrance fee and more for lunch and snacks or pack a cooler.)
Sunday, April 29th Spend the day fishing off the coast of Marzamemi. Fishing poles, tackle and bait are included in the price. Feel Free to bring your own equipment. Pack a cooler with munchies and don’t forget your sun block, towel and camera. There’s only room for 10 people, so sign up today! We will catch small to medium size fish. Depart: NAS I 4:00am Return: 3:00pm $75 (Includes Sicilian BBQ on the boat.)
LIBerty
Take 5 x5602 • Connections x4264 All Liberty trips are for Single Service Members E-6 and below. Trips require advance registration and a minimum of 6 participants. For more info about trips offered by the Liberty Program call x5602 or x4264.
Liberty Friday Nights April 6th & 20th Experience different cuisines at local restaurants. Register at Take 5 or Connections by the Thursday prior to each trip. Departure time and location varies. $5 (Covers transportation only. Bring euro for dinner & shopping.)
GeoCaching Hike Saturday, April 21st GeoCaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers (caches) outdoors and then share your experiences online. Register at Take 5 or Connections by Wednesday, April 18th. Departs: Take 5 8:00am, Connections 8:30am $20 (Includes transportation, GPS unit, brown bag lunch and Liberty escort.)
connecTIONS x4264
Poker Tourney
Karaoke Idol
Tuesdays at 5:30pm
It’s your chance to show Sigonella you’re a star! If you think you’ve got the winning vocals, try out for Karaoke Idol and you could take home a great prize! This contest open to all authorized patrons 18 years or older. To register or for more info call x4264 or e-mail annmarie.sands@eu.navy.mil.
Acoustic Night Wednesdays at 6pm
Bingo Thursdays in the Compass Room at 6pm Cards go on sale at 5:30pm
Karaoke Saturdays at 8pm
Karaoke Idol Open Auditions
April 20, 1900-2100 at Connections April 22, 1300-1500 at Connections Karaoke Idol Round 1 April 27 at 1900 Karaoke Idol Round 2 May 4 at 1900 Karaoke Idol Round 3 May 11 at 1900Karaoke Idol Finale May 18 at 1900
Karaoke Idol is open to all authorized patrons 18 years or older. To register or for more info call x4264 or e-mail annmarie.sands@eu.navy.mil. Winner will take home a great prize!
Togo Party Saturday, April 28 2000-0100 at Connections
Foam Party & IPod Battle Saturday, May 19 2000-0100 IPod Battles are like no other competition. Your play list and crowd inter-action could send you home with a great prize. Do you think you've got what it takes to make the crowd go crazy? Is you play list the best there is? Then step on up and show us what you've got! Register today at Connections. Registration ends on Wednesday, May 9. For more info call x4264 or e-mail annmarie.sands@eu.navy.mil.
take 5 x5602
April Fool’s Day Comedic Movie Marathon Sunday, April 1st Join Take 5 for a day of comic relief with some of the funniest movies ever made!!
Ultimate Frisbee
Empty Wallet Lunch
Thursday, April 19th at 5pm Sign up by noon on April 19th.
Friday, April 27th Is your wallet getting a little light? Wanna save your last cash for the weekend instead of spending it on lunch? Stop by Take 5 for our monthly free lunch!
Grill Your Own Steak and Spring Games & Egg Hunt Sunday, April 8th It’s a fun filled Spring BBQ with a mix of great food and games. We will have ultimate frisbee and a special egg hunt! Cost is $5 per person. Sign-up by April 4th.
Patriot’s Day Movie Marathon Monday, April 16th In Celebration of our armed forces we will be showing patriotic movies all day.
Liberty Outreach Wednesday, April 25th 12pm – 1:30pm Want to know more about what Liberty has to offer you? Stop by Take 5 for our outreach program.
Flag Football Sunday, April 29th Get some friends together for a friendly flag football competition. Players must sign up by Thursday, April 26th. We’ll have a BBQ after the game for $2 per person.
jOx PUB x5604
Texas Hold ‘Em
Weekend Dance Party
Wednesdays at 6pm
Friday & Saturday at 10pm This dance party has a mix of dance, hip-hop, rock and country.
Karaoke with DJ Salvo Thursdays 8pm – Midnight
Have your private party at Jox. There’s no rental charge. Call for more info. We offer free soft drinks all night for designated drivers!
April
2012 Sunday 1 ITT
Gangi Palm Sunday Procession
Monday 2 Bowling $1 Day
Take 5
Tuesday 3
Midtown 2
4
ITT
$1 Movies
Caleca Factory
Connections
Lunch Buffet Acoustic Night
Poker Night
Comedy Marathon
Wednesday
Connections
Connections Jox Pub
Texas Hold Em
Dinner Buffet
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9
Easter
Bowling $1 Day
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Connections Poker Night
Connections
Holy Thursday Caltanissetta
Connections Bingo
Jox Pub Karaoke Bowling 2 for 1
Sig Events
The Front Men ITT Good Friday Enna Catania Shopping Outdoor Rec Mariska Midtown 2 Matinee Liberty Dinner Out
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UFC Clinic
2 for 1
Catania Shopping
Outdoor Rec
Karaoke
Matinee
Youth Complex
ITT
Licodea Eubea Circumetnea Train
Jox Pub
Midtown 2
Bike Nebrodi Park
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Take 5
Connections
Connections
Midtown 2
Sig Events
Dinner Buffet
Texas Hold Em
$1 Day
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23 Bowling
Corleone Palace
Jox Pub
Bowling
ITT
$1 Day
Lunch Buffet Acoustic Night
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Connections Poker Night
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ITT Ricotta Festival Take 5 Outreach Connections Lunch Buffet Acoustic Night
Connections Dinner Buffet
Jox Pub
Free Movie
Connections Bingo Take 5 Frisbee Bowling 2 for 1 Jox Pub Karaoke
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Bowling 2 for 1
Connections Bingo
Jox Pub Karaoke
Texas Hold Em
29 Take 5 Flag Football Connections
Dinner Buffet ITT Castiglione & Alcantara Valley
Outdoor Rec
Marzamemi Fishing
30 Bowling $1 Day
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Bowling
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Connections
Selinute Temples
Bingo
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Poker Night
Outdoor Rec
Sig Events
Texas Hold Em
Patriotic Movie Marathon
Eggstravaganza Midtown 2 Hop ITT Holy Saturday Sciaccariata
Connections
ITT
Agrigento
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Sig Events
Matinee
Jox Pub
Dinner Buffet
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ITT
Saturday
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Lunch Buffet Acoustic Night
Grill & Spring Games
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Friday
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Midtown 2 Connections
Take 5
Thursday
ITT x4777, x4396 Youth Complex x1750 Jox Pub x5603 Bowling x4302
Taking Back Sunday ITT Borgo Antico Catania Shopping
ITT
Spring Fling
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ITT Ragusa Outdoor Rec
Liberty
Hike Mt. Etna Liberty Geocaching Connections Karaoke Bowling Cosmic
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Dinner Out
ITT
Catania Shopping
Take 5
Empty Wallet Lunch
Connections
Fitness Motta Run ITT Palermo Outdoor Rec Kayak Youth Complex Smart Girls Lock In
Karaoke Idol
Liberty/Connections/Take 5 x4246 Outdoor Rec x4777, x4396 Fitness x4483, x5243 Midtown 2 Theaters x4248