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Flick n' Float

Cardboard Boat Regatta – Splasher’s Pool

5:00 pm

AFN Live Radio Show Cornhole Tournament Inflatables/Face Painting/Dunk Tank

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Organized Kid’s Games Three-legged Race Egg – n – Spoon Race Balloon Toss Contest

6:00 pm

Club Beyond Independence Day Choir

6:30 pm

The John Lenz Variety Show

7:00 pm

Back to Dance (local band)

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Scarletta (Navy Entertainment Band)

10:00 pm

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Sat | Sat Time: 9:00 pm Splasher Pool NAS I July Pirates of the Caribbean: Stranger Tides August Nemo Pool admission fees are $2 or free with a season pass. Children 4 and under are free. Normal pool floats are encouraged. Entry at the pool-side entrance only. Limited concessions will be available for purchase and are not permitted in the pool. Regular pool rules do apply. Note: This is not night-time swimming, it is floating while watching a movie.

Games, Food, Live Entertainment and Fireworks!

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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Mon | Mon Which is better? The book or the movie? Bring a dish to share with Granita and Sicilian Brioche Tue the group. Participants will earn a ticket to see the movie of the book Cooking Class we read about. Club meetings are at 5:00 pm at the Midtown classroom.

Sign up by: Friday, July 12th at the ITT office Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Cost: $28 July - In June, we read Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan.

Learn how to make almond granita, lemon granita, chocolate granita For July, we will read City of Bones by Cassandra Clare.

August - We will discuss City of Bones by Cassandra Clare and and Sicilian Brioche! You will receive the recipes, hands on instruction and enjoy your culinary creations. Class for Ages 8 and up. introduce our next title.

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NAS 1 Connections Piazza Parking lot

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Books 2 Movies Book Club

Midtown 2 Theaters will be open July 4th Library x3875

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Wed Wed Child & Youth Programs x1750 • x1747 Have Book Will Travel Time: 10:00 am - Every Wednesday Catch the Magic with Camp Adventure™ Pizza on August 7th at 4:30 pm for all participants.

Summer Reading will take you around the world and even back in Day Camp Programs

Looking for a fun filled way for your child to make lasting friendships time. Travel with Flat Stanley and end up here in Sicily with a pizza party. Lots of great books to read, tee shirts, free movie and prizes. this summer? Sigonella Child & Youth Programs (CYP) and Camp Adventure™ Child & Youth Services provide something for everyone! Volunteers are welcome.

Sigonella CYP has invited Camp Adventure™ to provide summer recreation programs for Sigonella School Age Care (SAC). The day camp program for Kindergarten, 1st grade to 12 yrs of age with 9 weekly themes. For further information about Sigonella SAC summer activities and Camp Adventure™ Child & Youth Services programs, please call the Sigonella SAC office at 624-3712. Sign-up for one or ALL! Catch the Magic!

Midtown 2 Theater Movie Hotline x4248 Give the Gift of a Movie

It is easier than ever to give the gift of a movie to friends and family.

Bowled over by Books Simply visit the ticket counter at the theater to make your movie pass Stop by the library and pick up a 'Bowled over By Books' Bookmark. purchases. Adult, Adult 3D, Child, and Child 3D options are available.

Read five books and get a free game of bowling with your completed - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - bookmark. Details at the library.

3-D glasses ------------------------------------------------Clip-on 3-D glasses are now available for $3 a pair. Reuse them and Community Reading August save money. Or buy regular 3-D glasses for only a $1. Children sizes Challenge are available.

Community Reading Challenge - Read all month till you drop! Prizes ------------------------------------------------for all age levels. Pick up your Challenge Counter Card and start Popcorn Cards reading. The more you read the more you win!

Buy 4 large and get the 5th large FREE. All books must be checked out from the library during August starting ------------------------------------------------Aug 1st. Read and returned by Aug 30th Birthday Packages ------------------------------------------------Birthday or Command function coming up? Contact the theater 1st Annual Community Fri manager to make your reservations. Birthday packages start as low as Book Swap $70. For more info call x4216 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Finished with all those books you’ve read? Bring your used books, Summer Matinees Midtown 2 Theaters will continue to have 2 pm matinees on Fridays DVDs & CDs to trade. Tables on the terrace, FREE juice & music all day!

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Fitness Center NAS I x4483 • NAS II x5243 Youth Soccer Registration Summer Fitness Fee: $40 per child.

Enjoy all of what MWR Fitness has this summer!! Beat the heat and exercise indoors or cool off in Splashers Pool!

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Time: 8:00 am - Cost: FREE Sign up: July 15th - August 1st at the NAS I Gym. Ages 6-8 50 m swim & 0.5 mile run Ages 9-11 100 m swim & 1 mile run Ages 12-17 150 m swim & 1.5 mile run Beat the heat and come join us for the annual Youth Splash-n-Dash, ages 6-17.

Check-in will start at 7:30 am at the NAS 1 Gym. Awards for all participants!

Volunteers needed for the event.

Please contact Youth Sports for more information

July: Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 am – noon!!

Great for athletes and beginners to learn proper form and technique in the weight room.

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Row/Swim Event Time: 7:30 am - Register at NAS I Fit District

Youth Sports Swim Lesson

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Eight 45-minute classes held Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 am, 11:00 am or 5:30 pm sessions available. A Red Cross Learn to swim card or an MWR Swim Lesson Level card is required to register. Registration is one session at a time and cost $50 for first child and $45 for each additional child. Registration for classes will be held the Thursday prior to the start of the session at Midtown Atrium, starting at 8:00 am. Sign ups are on a first-come-first serve basis. You may only register your children, no registering for other families. Class size is limited. No pre-registration.

Session 2 July 9th Registration July 3rd starting at 8 am Session 3 July 23rd Registration July 18th starting at 8 am Session 4 August 6th Registration August 1st starting at 8 am -------------------------------------------------

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Learn to Lift Program

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Ready for soccer? Stop by NAS 1 gym to register for Youth Soccer ages 5-14* (*in the eighth grade) Assessments will be held at the Land Annex football field on August 20th at 5:00 pm for ages 9/10 and 6:00pm for ages 11/14. For ages 7/8, assessments will be on August 21st at 5:00 pm. Check-in for assessments 15 minutes prior to the session.

You can also register for Start Smart Soccer (ages 3-4 max of 20 participants).

We are also accepting applications for volunteer coaches.

Become a coach and your children’s registration fee is waived!

Contact Youth Sports for more information.

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Sparetim e Bowling

Bowling Poker Tournament

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Fri Time: 9:00 pm - Midnight Cost: $10 per person 1-3 Games Minimum of 12 people

Night Out 16 Family Fridays from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm FREE event is open to ages 7-14* (*in the eighth grade).

Be ready for fun and exciting competitions involving ball handling, free throws, and a "Hot Shot" shoot out. The event will end with a 3-on-3 competition. Prizes will be awarded. So, grab your friends and enjoy a fun afternoon of basketball.

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$15 per lane (up to 5 people) includes shoe rentals Music, lights and fun with the whole family!

Extreme Bowling

Saturdays form 8 pm- Midnight Extreme lighting and music from your iPod! $10 per person includes shoes

Dollar Bowling Mondays Plus shoe rental. All day and night.

Friends Night Out

Thursdays - Bring a Friend and Bowl for Half Price

Average Joe's

Half Price Bowling

All day Sundays 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Bowled Over by Books

Read 5 books get a FREE game of bowling

Red Pin Bowling

August only - Fridays 9:00 pm - Midnight $10 per person - Extreme Lighting

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Sigonella Adult Flag Football Season NIRSA Rules 7 on 7 with local modifications.

Sign-up at NAS I and NAS II Fitness Center.

Sign-up deadline 30th August. Must be 18 or older.

Mandatory Team Captain meeting: September 3rd NAS I in Mid Town Class Room 5:30 pm.

Sigonella Adult Volleyball Season

NIRSA Rules 6 on 6 with local modifications.

Sign-up at NAS I or NAS II Fitness Center.

Sign-up deadline 30th of August. Must be 18 or older. Mandatory Team Captain meeting: September 4th NAS I in Mid Town Class Room at 5:30 pm.

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ITT Gear & Go

PICK UP & DROP OFF NAS I: CDC Parking lot.

MARINAI: Outside Front Gate of Housing Area.

NAS II: Flight Line Clinic.

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Virgin Mary Festival in Enna

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Depart: NAS II 2:30 pm, Marinai 2:45 pm, NAS I 3:00 pm Return: 10:00 pm - Cost: $35 (Bring Euro for fees and food) Witness one of the most prominent festivals in Sicily! This important event celebrates the Virgin Mary, protector of Enna, which is Sicily’s highest city, at approx. 2800 feet. You’ll have the chance to visit the Cathedral and Lombardi Castle as well to take in the sights of the Festival itself.

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Sailing Trip: Thu & Sat See the Coastlines of Acitrezza & Acireale

Depart: NAS I 8:30 am - Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $110 (Lunch is included) Sure you’ve seen Sicily… but have you seen it from the water yet? Sail north along the coast of Sicily and enjoy the countless breathtaking views from the sea. You’ll head past the cities of Acireale and Acitrezza where you’ll see the legendary rock stacks that are said to have been thrown there by a Cyclops who was aiming at a fleeing Odysseus. Don't forget your camera for all of the beautiful photo ops! Bring a swimsuit and towel as well, there may be time to swim off of the boat. (Limited seating available; Minimum 5 people- Maximum 12 people).

Circumetnea Antique Train Adventure

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Depart: NAS I 6:45 am - Return: 4:30 pm Cost: $30 includes fees (Bring 15 Euro for food) Get ready for some fabulous views of Mt. Etna when you board the Circumetnea Antique Train Adventure! You’ll ride the train all around Mt. Etna with a stop in the historic town of Randazzo for lunch. This medieval walled city was devastated in WWII when Allied Forces destroyed more than 80% of its houses.

Alcantara Gorges and Russo Winery

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Depart: NAS II 7:15 am, Marinai 7:30 am, NAS I 7:45 am - Return: 6:30 pm Cost: $70 (Includes entrance fees and lunch) The town of Naro is situated among the hills at 600 meters above sea level. The ruins of the Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arabic, Norman, and Aragonese can be seen in this area, all blending together to create one unique place. We’ll visit the Chiaramonte Castle, the Sanctuary of San Calogero, the medieval church of Santa Caterina and its catacombs that contain mummies. After our tour, we will relax at an agriturismo, Coscio di Badia, (check their website here: www.agriturismocosciodibadia.it) to taste some traditional Sicilian dishes and the local wine.

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Agrigento: Valley of the Temples & Bagliesi Winery Wine Tasting Sun

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Depart: NAS II 8:00 am, Marinai 8:15 am, NAS I 8:30 am Return: 5:30 pm Cost: $85 (Includes entrance fees, lunch & wine tasting) Minimum 30 people Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century B.C., Agrigento became one of the leading cities of the Mediterranean world. Situated on the island of Sicily it 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 a wine tasting and a light meal.

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Palermo Baroque & Mondello Beach

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Depart: NAS II 6:30 am, Marinai 6:45 am, NAS I 7:00 am Return: 7:00 pm Cost: $55 (Bring Euro for fees, food and shopping) Discover the Baroque side of Palermo: Palazzo Mirto and the Churches of San Salvatore and Gesù. After our tour in Palermo, you will have plenty of time for relaxing on the Mondello Beach. Bring your towel and swimsuit!

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Family Adventure Park on Mt. Etna

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Depart: NAS II 9:00 am, Marinai 9:15 am, NAS I 9:30 am Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $40 (Bring 15 Euro for food) Join ITT and ODR for a family adventure on Mt Etna! Check out the beautiful views of the mountain from Nicolosi.

You’ll play on the adventure high ropes course! We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing and bring plenty of water with you.

Children must be taller than 3.6 feet in order to participate on the adventure course!

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Caltagirone, Candle Lighting and Dinner at Borgo Antico

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Depart: NAS II 4:00 pm, Marinai 4:15 pm, NAS I 4:30 pm Return: 12:30 am (Approx.) Cost: $60 (Includes dinner, bring Euro for fees) Minimum of 25 people The night begins with a Sicilian traditional dinner at an Agriturismo, Borgo Antico, which is known for its delicious, and very large portions of food. Come hungry and taste everything you won’t be disappointed! After dinner you will continue to Caltagirone where you will witness the spectacular candle lighting ceremony on the famous ceramic steps of Caltagirone. This ceremony is held in honor of St. James, the Patron Saint of Caltagirone. Experience the fireworks and a special candle formation featured on the ceramic steps.

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Depart: NAS II 9:00 am, Marinai 9:15 am, NAS I 9:30 am Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $70 (Includes entrance fees, lunch, & wine tasting) Come with ITT to tour this fantastic gorge that features immense natural canyons carved out by ancient lava flows. It’s also called Godfather valley because the Godfather movie shot some scenes in this area! This trip will have a guided tour of Alcantara Gorges Park and after the tour; we’ll go to the Russo winery for a wine tasting and lunch.

Piscine Geotermiche on Vulcano Island

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Depart: NAS II 6:00 am, Marinai 6:15 am, NAS I 6:30 am Return: 8:30 pm Cost: $90 adults, $70 ages 11 – 14, $45 ages 3 – 10 (Includes entrance fees to the geothermal pool and the ferry ride to the island). Bring Euro for food and souvenirs Spend the day at the Piscine Geotermiche, or Geothermal pools, on Vulcano Island. Vulcano Island is one of the seven Aeolian Islands north of Sicily. Upon arriving on the island, you’ll head to the spa area to relax in the sulfurous pools and to swim in the sky-blue ocean. Make sure to bring Euro so that you can shop for some unique gifts only available on the Aeolian Islands. The mud has a very strong sulfur odor, please bring an older swimsuit; the mud may stain and the smell is almost impossible to remove. We also recommend you bring a change of clothes along with a plastic bag for your muddy swimsuit.

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Depart: NAS II 7:00 pm, Marinai 7:15 pm, NAS I 7:30 pm Return: 1:00 am - Cost: $25 Enjoy one of the most popular towns in Sicily- Taormina! - See the spectacular night views of this Greek/Roman/Medieval town and beat the crowds since most of the tourists leave after sunset. You can spend the evening shopping, having a fabulous dinner, or enjoying the nightlife.

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Piazza Armerina Roman Villas & Agriturismo

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Depart: NAS II 6:30 pm NAS II 6:45 pm, NAS I 7:00 pm Return: Midnight or later Cost: $20 (Bring Euro for food) Don’t miss the Summer Carnevale in Sicily! The streets will be filled with people throwing confetti, there will be music everywhere, and you’ll have a chance to watch the colorful floats parade by you. Take part in the unique cultural experience with ITT as your guide!

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Agrigento: Valley of the Sun Temples & Agriturismo Coscio di Badia

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Depart: NAS II 8:00 am, Marinai 8:15 am, NAS I 8:30 am Return: 5:30 pm Cost: $85 (Includes entrance fees, lunch & wine tasting) Minimum of 30 people to go Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century B.C., Agrigento became one of the leading cities of the Mediterranean world.

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“St. Lorenzo’s Night” Shooting Stars Sat & Dinner at Borgo Antico Agriturismo

Depart: NAS II 6:30 pm, Marinai 6:45 pm, NAS I 7:00 pm Return: 12:30 am - 1:00 am Cost: $50 (Includes Dinner) Join in this ancient tradition dating back to the mid-200’s when Italians celebrate under the stars. Legends say that the shooting stars are the tears of St Lorenzo, but it is at this same time that the Perseids Meteor shower will be taking place. You should have spectacular views of the shooting stars! We’ll have dinner at the Borgo Antico Agriturismo and they will have an astronomical telescope and an astrophysicist at the Agriturismo to explain the reason behind this phenomenon, which has been occurring for approximately 2000 years.

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Depart: NAS II 9:00 am, Marinai 9:15 am, NAS I 9:30 am Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $70 (Includes lunch and fees) Piazza Armerina has now been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Come with ITT to admire this site and check out the magnificent Randazzo: Festival “A Vara” Thu mosaic pavements dating back to the 3rd century A.D. that make this to Maria Assunta (Madonna) place so famous. Then afterwards you’ll relax at the Agriturismo Depart: NAS II 2:00 pm, Marinai 2:15 pm, NAS I 2:30 pm Gigliotto for a delicious lunch.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $30 (Bring Euro for food) Sign up by: August 8th Siracusa Sun | Sun Have you been on the Circumetnea Train to Randazzo? Now ITT is & Seafood Restaurant going to Randazzo by Bus to view the Festival dedicated to Madonna Depart: NAS II 8:00 am, Marinai 8:15 am, NAS I 8:30 am or Maria Assunta. With this trip you will learn so much more about Return: 5:30 pm Cost: $75 (Includes entrance fees and lunch) this fascinating medieval town. It is one of the older Sicilian Visit the archeological area of Siracusa, including the Ear of Dionysius, traditions to honor our Lady, Maria Assunta, and the Sicilian Queen, the Cordari Cave, the Greek-Roman Amphitheater, and the historic Bianca di Navarra. The procession, which begins at the Maria island of Ortigia. Then relax for a leisurely restaurant lunch; please Assunta Church, will take place along the main road of Randazzo choose either seafood or meat at the time of registration. with something called “A Vara”, which is a wooden column made of - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - different sections. In each section there will be children who represent the Angels and the Madonnas.

Fireworks Extravaganza Fri

Fireworks at Thu Square Elephant & St. Agatha Festival

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Depart: NAS II 4:00 pm, Marinai 4:15 pm, NAS I 4:30 pm Return: 10:30 pm Cost: $20 (Bring Euro for food) Sign up by: August 8th Tour the Cathedral, Elephant Square, the fish market and the Roman Amphitheatre.

Then celebrate the summer festival of St. Agata, the patron saint of Catania. This day in August commemorates her remains returning to Catania.

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Lipari Express

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Depart: NAS II 6:00 pm, Marinai 6:15 pm, NAS I 6:30 pm Return: 12:30 am (Approx.) Cost: $25 (Bring Euro for fees and food) Witness the spectacular candle lighting ceremony on the famous ceramic steps of Caltagirone. This ceremony is held in honor of St. James, the Patron Saint of Caltagirone. There will be a processional, fireworks and a special candle formation featured on the ceramic steps. Dinner is not provided on this tour. Be sure to bring Euros for fees and food.

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Depart: NAS II 6:30 am, Marinai 6:45 am, NAS I 7:00 am - Return: 9:30 pm Cost: $110 (Includes ferry fees, bus tour, & lunch) Witness the beauty of Lipari Island, one of the seven Aeolian Islands. ITT’s bus will take you to the ferry departure point where you’ll travel from Sicily to Lipari by boat.

Then we’ll board a tour bus on Lipari to explore the island’s wonderful views of the sea from the castle in the center of town.

Our stops will include lunch at a local restaurant and fun in the sun at a beautiful beach where you can relax or swim all afternoon.

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Depart: NAS II 6:00 pm, Marinai 6:15 pm, NAS I 6:30 pm - Return: Midnight or later Cost: $15 Adults, FREE - Children 12 and under (Bring Euro for food) Firework factories from all over Europe will participate in this competition! The fireworks are scheduled to start at 8:45 p.m. To enjoy this competition in comfort, bring folding chairs and snacks.

Please be prepared for delays while waiting for the festivities to commence.

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COMING in September Piazza Armerina Roman Villas & Agriturismo

Sunday, September 1st Depart: NAS II 9:00 am, Marinai 9:15 am NAS I 9:30 am - Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $70 (Includes lunch and fees)

Milo Wine Festival

Saturday, September 7th Depart: NAS I 12:30 pm, Marinai 12:45 pm, NAS I 1:00 pm - Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $25 or 2 for $35 (Bring Euros for food)

Mistretta & the Festival of Giants (Family Trip)

Sunday, September 8th Depart: NAS II 12:00 pm, Marinai 12:15 pm, NAS I 12:30 pm - Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $25 or 2 for $35 (Bring Euros for food)

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Outdoor Rec KAYAK SECTION Sea-Kayak AAAAA Sicilian BBQ at the Safety Class Pineta Del Cassibile Beach JULY 16th Pool Session 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm JULY 18th Open Water Session 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Cost: $40 (includes instruction and gear rental) Maximum 5 people Join us for this two-part Sea-Kayak Safety class. There will be two courses, one in the pool and one on open water. We’ll teach you the basic skills of kayaking along with basic self-rescue skills. Once you complete this course, you will receive a certification card, which makes you eligible to rent one of our sit-inside kayaks.

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Hike Cava Grande Cassibile

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Depart: 9:00 am Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $30 (Bring Euro for snacks) Depart: 7:30 am - Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $40 (Includes BBQ & Drop 1060 feet to the base of this marvelous canyon where you will beach entrance fees), FREE - Children 5 and below, find emerald green pools surrounded by lush oriental plane trees. The $20 - Children 6 to 12 yrs Spend your holiday on the beach of Cassibile, which is located south spectacular views start with plunging views into the Cassibile Valley, just past Fontane Bianche on the south side of Siracusa. Relax on the a deep gash in the Iblei Plateau. Hike is a relentless and demanding 1060 ft. vertical descent/ascent. Bring water and a sack lunch with beach, swim, stand up paddle board or kayak while our Outdoor you on the hike. If you don’t have a backpack, don’t worry! Outdoor Recreation staff cooks an excellent BBQ lunch! This trip is family friendly, but we will be out in the sun all day long so plan accordingly Recreation will happily rent one to you! Ask about backpacks when with plenty of water, sun protection, and beach accessories. Outdoor you register for the trip at ITT. Recreation will provide the stand up paddle boards and the kayaks!

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Kayak by Night Sat Giardini Naxos & Isola Bella AAAAA (Taormina) Depart: 5:30 pm - Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $40 (Includes all gear, guides, & transportation) Bring plenty of water, a packed dinner (or Euro for dinner or snacks).

Enjoy a relaxing paddle around the coast of Giardini Naxos and Taormina with spectacular views! Our departure will be from Giardini Naxos and we will stop in Taormina near Isola Bella.

From there you will have the opportunity of either going to a restaurant or eating your packed dinner on the pebble beach for dinner.

Ages 16 and up are welcome on this trip!

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Kayak by Night Sat Catania to Acitrezza AAAAA Depart: 4:00 pm - Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $40 (Includes all gear, guides, & transportation) Bring Euro for food or snacks Kayak along the North coast of Catania to Acitrezza and we’ll watch the sunset as we paddle. Prior kayaking experience is not required, however, it is recommended. Once we arrive in Acitrezza, we will stop in this fishing village for dinner. Choose from a Panini, granita or brioche. After our dinner break, we’ll head back the coast while the sun sets in the distance.

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Depart: 4:00 pm - Return: 12:30 am Cost: $70 for adults, $35 Children 4-13 yrs., FREE - Children 3 and below Price includes boat tour, snorkeling gear (while supplies last), and a Sicilian BBQ Spend an evening off the coast of Marzamemi sightseeing, swimming, and snorkeling!!! Marzamemi, a fishing village, is on the southeastern coast of Sicily and has spectacular crystal blue-green waters. Bring water, snacks, a bathing suit, towel and sunglasses.

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Mt Bike Ride in Floristella Park & Agriturismo Lunch

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Depart: 7:30 am - Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $60 (Includes gear, guides, transportation and lunch) Come bike with us on this 10-mile ride through Floristella Park in the Enna province of Sicily. We will provide the bike, guides, transportation and the Agriturismo lunch to follow the ride. Make sure to dress appropriately for mountain biking (clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!). Bring a backpack with plenty of water and snacks. If requested, a packing list can be provided at the time of registration.

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Boat Tour by Day

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Depart: 5:00 pm - Return: 10:30 pm - Cost: $5 (Includes transportation, bring Euro for gear rental, paint, and snacks) Outdoor Recreation is happy to announce Paintball “NIGHT WARZ” in Motta Sant’ Anastasia. This field provides the opportunity for scenario games as it offers both urban structures and natural structures to use as barriers. We recommend you bring some water and some snacks with you.

Note: Pick up and Drop off at ITT Parking Lot

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Depart: 7:30 am - Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $70 for adults, $35 Children 4-13 yrs., FREE - Children 3 and below Price includes boat tour, snorkeling gear (while supplies last), and a Sicilian BBQ lunch on the boat.

Spend the day at sea off the coast of Marzamemi sightseeing, swimming, and snorkeling!!! Marzamemi, a fishing village, is on the southeastern coast of Sicily and has spectacular crystal blue-green waters. Bring water, snacks, a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, and sunglasses.

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Taormina Stairs

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Depart: 5:30 pm - Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $25 (Bring Euro for food and shopping) We’re off to Taormina, known for its spectacular views of Mt. Etna and the Ionian Sea. Earn your dinner as we start the trip by descending more then 800 stairs to Isola Bella, passing thorough the castle and the sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca. Then we will head to the beach, which is a pebble beach.

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Paintball Fridays “Night Warz” in Motta

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Sky Diving

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Depart: 7:00 am - Return: 7:00 pm Cost: $20 (Includes transportation only). The tandem jump with video and photo is €250 paid on site.

Take advantage of this amazing opportunity to sky dive in Sicily! We will take you to Ragusa Province (Modica), where you can tandem jump with “Sky Dive Sicilia”. You will see spectacular views during your jump! We’ll provide the transportation and reservations for your dive, and you bring the courage! We take off from the Modica area Airport, (airport subject to change)

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Liberty Patriotic Photography Contest

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Wed Time: 11:30 am at Take 5. Come start off your July 4th celebration with a FREE BBQ lunch on us! We will be serving us hamburgers, dogs, drinks and chips, while supplies last.

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Liberty Night out At the Movies

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Location: Midtown 2 Theaters. Every first Sunday of the month the last showing at the theater will be FREE to Liberty participants. Grab the movie schedule to see what is playing and come enjoy the show!

You must show your Military ID Card for admission.

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Submit photos at Take 5. In honor of the 4th of July Liberty is hosting a patriotic photography competition. To enter submit an 8x10 print to Take 5. There will be a prize awarded for first place. We must receive entries from at least 6 separate individuals in order for a prize to be awarded.

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Liberty Sat | Sun Thu | Thu Time: 11:30 am at Take 5. Join us while supplies last.

Volunteer Outreach - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Departure Time TBD July Sign-up by: Wed., July 17th Free Ice Pops Sun August Sign-up by: Wed., August 22nd Beat the heat with some free ice pops while supplies last at Take 5.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Do you like getting involved and want to have a positive impact on the local Mash Potato Sculpting Contest Tue community? August Wednesday 21st Liberty Time: 5:00 pm at Take 5 Sign-up by: July 26th is heading out to help clean up an area in the Get your spoons and spatulas ready for a fun filled potato-sculpting local community. Transportation to and from contest!!

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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Liberty Saturdays , | Action Movie Marathon Mon Beach Trip Time: 11:30 am at Take 5. We are showing some great action packed Departs: NAS II 10:00 am, NAS I 10:20 am moves that are guaranteed to get your heart pumping and adrenaline Returns: 3:30 pm Sign-up 3 days prior racing along with a side of FREE popcorn!

Cost: $5 per person - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Spend the day soaking up the sun, and

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playing in the beautiful Mediterranean Root Beer Floats Wed Mon. ocean. We are headed to the renowned La Time: 5:00 pm at Connections. Sicilian summers are hot! Come beat Cucaracha beach in Catania.

Time: 11:30 am Take 5. We are showing Christmas movies along with the heat with a delicious float, while supplies last. a side of FREE popcorn!

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healthy breakfast! We will be serving up Eggs, Toast, Fresh Fruit and more. While supplies last!

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Time: 5:00 pm NAS II Volleyball Court. Sign up by: 3 days prior.

The weather is great and the sand is hot! Get your teams of four together for a fun filled afternoon of volleyball.

Taormina By Night Fri - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Departs: NAS II 5:00 pm, NAS I 5:30 pm Sign-up by: August 14th Cost: $5 per person Birthday Celebrations Fri | Fri Enjoy a relaxing evening in the beautiful seaside town of Taormina.

Time: 11:30 am Take 5. Have a birthday this month? Come and ------------------------------------------------celebrate with us!

July - Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes Kayaking & BBQ Trip Sat August - Cookies Sign up by: August 7th. Join Liberty for a fun filled day of kayaking - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - followed by a BBQ. For details and pricing call x5602.

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Time: 11:30 am at NAS II 623 Barracks. WE WANT YOU!!

X-Men Movie Marathon Mon Our program is for Single Service Members E6 and below and we Time: 11:30 am at Take 5. Watch your favorite marvel mutants battle need your input, what you want to do? Join us for a fun meet and it out on our big screen! We will be serving up FREE popcorn!! greet in the barracks lobby.

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National Ice Cream Soda Day

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Mystery Movie Marathon

Wallyball Tournament Tue 20 5:00 pm NAS I Gym Sign-up by: Monday, August 19th.

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Fri Time: 11:30 am at Take 5. Come beat the intense Italian Summer heat with a FREE ice cream soda. On us while supplies last!

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Outdoor Movie Nights

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Challenge Tue 27 24 | Wed 21 Trivia Rise to the challenge and be entered to win a prize at Take 5.

Time: 9:00 pm at NAS II Ball Field Pavilion We are having a fun outdoor FREE movie night! We will be showing movies of your choice. Bring your own meat and we will fire up the grill.

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Thu Sign-up by: Tuesday, August 27th. Come over and beat the heat with a fun water balloon toss and other water games at 4:30 pm NAS II.

Have your private party at Jox

There’s no rental charge. Call for more info.

Weekend Dance Party

Fridays & Saturdays at 10:00 pm This dance party has a mix of dance, hip-hop, rock and country. We offer free soft drinks all night for designated drivers!

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Mon Time: 11:30 am at Take 5. We will be playing suspenseful movies all day with FREE popcorn while supplies last!!

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Sunday

Tuesday

July 2013 Alcantara Gorges Mt Bike in Floristella Night Out at the Movies Half Price Bowling

Monday

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Books 2 Movies Liberty Photo Contest Starts $1 Bowling

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Virgin Mary Fest. Enna

Christmas in July $1 Bowling

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Swim Lesson Session 2

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Wednesday 2 Pre July 4th BBQ 3 Have a Book Will Travel Swim Lesson Registration Texas Hold’Em

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Volleyball Tournament10 Texas Hold’Em

Thursday Sailing Trip Cassibile Beach & BBQ Friends Night Out

Friends Night Out

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Naro & Agriturismo Hike Cava Grande Liberty Beach Trip

Paintball in Motta Ice Cream Soda Day Family Night Out Dance Party

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Sailing Trip 20 Palermo & Mondello Beach Kayak by Night Liberty Volunteer Outreach Flick n’ Float

Sea Kayak Class 16 Basketball Skills Comp.

Liberty Meet & Greet Liberty Photo Contest Ends

Texas Hold’Em

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Sea Kayak Class 18 Swim Lesson Registration Friends Night Out

Family Adventure Park 21 Marzamemi Boat Tour Night Half Price Bowling

Mystery Movie Marathon $1 Bowling

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Granita Cooking Class 23 Taormina Stairs Night Swim Lesson Session 3

Caltagirone Dinner Outdoor Movie Night Texas Hold’Em

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Caltagirone Candle Lightining Empty Wallet Lunch Friends Night Out

Siracusa & Seafood 28 Marzamemi Boat Tour Day Free Ice Pops Half Price Bowling

Youth Soccer Registration Begins $1 Bowling

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Mash Potato Sculpting Contest

Texas Hold’Em

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August 2013

Valley of Temples 4 Agrigento Marzamemi Boat Tour Day Night Out at the Movie Half Price Bowling

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$1 Bowling

Marzamemi Boat Tour Day Siracusa & Seafood Half Price Bowling

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Youth Soccer Reg. Ends19 X-Men Movie Marathon $1 Bowling

Family Adventure Park25 Liberty Volunteer Outreach Half Price Bowling

$1 Bowling

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Wednesday

Swim Lesson Session 4

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Marzamemi Boat Tour Night Half Price Bowling

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Taormina by Night 26 Bowling Poker Tournament Paintball in Motta Family Night Out Dance Party

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Piazza Armerina Kayak by Night Liberty Beach Trip

Saturdays July & August Extreme Bowling Jox Dance Party

Tuesday

Books 2 Movies Action Movie Marathon $1 Bowling

Antique Train Adventure 6 Marzamemi Boat Tour Night

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Monday

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W d e R atio Celebr

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Vulcano Island Paintball in Motta Birthday Cupcakes Family Night Out Dance Party

$1 Bowling

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Friday

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Valley of Temples 14 Agrigento Marzamemi Boat Tour Day Half Price Bowling

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Youth Complex x1750 Library x3875 Youth sports x3785 Fitness x4483, x5243

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Volleyball Tournament Texas Hold’Em

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Root Beer Floats Texas Hold’Em

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Wallyball Tournament

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Outdoor Movie Night 21 Texas Hold’Em

Trivia Challenge

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Texas Hold’Em

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Thursday

Community Challenge 1 Swim Lesson Registration Friends Night Out

Friday

Fireworks Extravaganza 2 Birthday Cookies Family Night Out Red Pin Bowling Dance Party

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Paintball in Motta Family Night Out Red Pin Bowling Dance Party

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Randazzo Festival 15 Healthy Start Breakfast Friends Night Out

Taormina by Night Family Night Out Red Pin Bowling Dance Party

Friends Night Out

Saturday

Summer Carnevale 3 Marzamemi Boat Tour Night Tandem Sky Diving Splash n’ Dash Game Night Shooting Stars Flick n’ Float

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Fireworks St. Agatha Row/Swim Event Game Night Kayaking & BBQ Trip

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Friends Night Out

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Family Night Out Red Pin Bowling Dance Party

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Liberty Beach Trip

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Empty Wallet Lunch Water Balloon Toss Friends Night Out

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Book Swap Paintball in Motta Family Night Out Red Pin Bowling Dance Party

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Lipari Express

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