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Wine Tasting Class

Publication Date - April 30th

with Certification by the National Organization of Wine-Tasters

INSIDE Bellini Opera Canyoning in Alcantara Gorge America's Armed Forces Kids' Run Books 2 Movies Youth Forum Liberty Tuscany Road Trip

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Community Events Homemade Pizza Mon & Schiacciata Cooking Class

For more info call 624-0513

Midtown 2 Theater Movie Hotline x4248

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Popcorn Cards

Buy 4 large popcorns and get the 5th free.

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Matinees

Start: 5:30 pm - Midtown Classroom Cost: $30 Learn how to prepare two classic Italian dishes: Homemade Pizza and Sicilian Schiacciata stuffed with potatoes and cheese. Students will watch and then make their own to take home. Bring aprons!

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Fridays 9th & 23th Midtown 2 Theaters will offer 2 pm Matinees.

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11 Free Sneak Peak of Godzilla

Time: 2:00 pm Sun Tickets will be released at the theater box office on NAS 1 and at Take 5 on NAS 2 at 1330 on May 3rd. In honor of Mothers Day, bring your mom to the movie, she will get a free movie pass to be used for a later time.

and Panna 29 Tiramisu Cotta Thu

Start: 5:30 pm - Midtown Classroom Cost: $30 Learn how to make two classic Italian desserts that are guaranteed to impress!

Tiramisu, an irresistible dessert, made with espresso soaked layers with a light and airy filling made from mascarpone cheese is typical of the Veneto region known worldwide. Panna cotta (from Italian cooked cream) is a light and creamy dessert that will melt in your mouth.

Receive recipes and hands on instruction but most importantly, participate in the tasting!

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May 7th & May 8th

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Child & Youth Programs x1750 • x1747 Cupcake Making Class with AtTheTableWithStyle

Library

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at the library with authors like Greg Tang, Haruki Murakami and Amy Tan. Check out these book displays and more. Our International DVD collection offers a wide range of Asian cinema, which is both breathtaking and award-winning movies.

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Time: 4:30 pm Sign-up: May 2nd Cost: Free Ages: 12 to 18 with updated registration forms Learn how to make homemade cupcakes with Ms. Anna from AtTheTableWithStyle.

Summer Reading Program - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Would you like to help with the upcoming Summer Reading Program Youth Forum at the library? There's lots to do, reading and activities for the kids.

Time: 3:30 pm Cost: Free This year the theme is 'PAWS to Read'. If you like reading and dogs Mon Ages: 12 to 18 years of age and their parents or guardians this is for you. Visit the Library or call x3875.

Find out about the exciting programs and activities the Youth ------------------------------------------------Books 2 Movies Complex has to offer! Bring suggestions, comments, and concerns for a brainstorming session at the Midtown classroom on NAS I. Snacks Fri Time: 5:00 pm Cost: Free Don't forget the book club based on Act like a Lady, Think like a Man. will be provided.

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Free wine & cheese at the library book club meeting!

Mixed Martial Arts There are still many copies of the book available at the library, check Thu & Self Defense Class one out today! You can also see this movie at the theater for free on Time: 3:30 pm May 9th at 2pm.

Cost: Free Ages: 12 to 18 with updated registration forms Learn several mixed martial arts moves in a peer taught class by Timothy Drysdale. Then, a local professional instructor will teach different Karate and Taekwondo self-defense techniques.

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Fri Cost: Free Ages: 12 to 18 with updated registration forms Dive in for a good time at the exclusive Youth Complex pool party. A chance to swim one day before the pool opens to the public!

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Motta Extreme Trail Run

Tue Time: 8:00 am - NAS II GYM Naval Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS) offers world class training to improve operational performance of sailors using the latest in sports science methodologies.

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Youth Sports

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Sparetime Bowling

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Sign up your command for adult Softball. The season runs until July 31. Sign up at NAS I Fitness Center and NAS II Flight Line Fitness Center. Must be 18 or older. Mandatory team captain meeting on May 8th in NAS I Fitnesss Center Class Room at 1730.

For more information contact John Lenz at 624.0504 or john.lenz@eu.navy.mil

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Time: 10:00 am - Donna Fortunata Restaurant in Motta Sant'Anastasia Sign-up by: May 2nd Cost: $10 This 2.5 mil run traverses Motta’s rocky terrain, great for both competitive runners and serious power walkers. This is an extreme trail run with possible cow's and mud! It is not for the timid. All participants will receive a commemorative T-Shirt and transportation to and from Motta Saint Anastasia; reservation required to reserve a seat. No strollers or dogs allowed. No day of race registration available! Shuttle pick up outside ITT. Lunch following event at local Italian restaurant (on your own, bring euro). For more information call X4483.

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America's Armed Forces Kids Run

Check in: 2:30 pm Race Starts: 3:00 pm Location: Sigonella Middle/High School Track Register for the world's largest kids run for free at www.americaskidsrun.org. The first 120 registered participants will receive a free tee shirt.

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Splasher's Opening 24 Midtown Weekend!

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Time: 7:30 am for first heat Cost: Free Sign-up by: May 22nd Join us at Splasher's pool for the opening weekend of recreation swim! Enjoy the 3 day Memorial Day weekend poolside at Splasher's from 1100 -1700.

Other weekend dates at Splasher's: May 31/June 1st 1100 - 1700 recreation swim June 7/8 1100 - 1700 recreation swim Friday, June 13th Splasher's Pool opens for summer recreations swim hours!

Pool Fees are required for recreation swim: Rec Swim (Active Duty, Retired, DOD Civilian, Family): $4 Daily Guest: $5 Daily Season Pass (E1-E6 Family/Individual): $115/$75 Season Pass (E7-Up Family/Individual): $165/$105 Splash Card (10 punch): $30

Family Night Out

Fridays from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm $15 per lane (up to 5 people) includes shoe rentals, music, lights and fun with the whole family!

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Extreme Bowling

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

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Dollar Bowling Mondays

Plus shoe rental. All day and night.

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Friends Night Out

Thursdays - Bring a friend and bowl for half price.

Time: 7:30 am for first heat Cost: Free Fri ------------------------------------------------Sign-up by: May 22nd A 6K Team Run with challenge stations. Starting at the NAS I Midtown Half Price Bowling Piazza. Teams of 5 can challenge themselves with a combination of All day Sundays 11:00 am - 7:00 pm. Plus shoe rental.

Naval History knowledge and Physical Challenges.

Must be 18 years or older. For more information call 624-6127/5123

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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30 Heritage Run

Sigonella Adult Flag Football Season

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ITT Gear & Go

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PICK UP & DROP OFF NAS I: CDC Parking lot. MARINAI: In front of Youth Complex.

NAS II: Flight Line Clinic.

All children 17 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian on ALL trips both ITT and ODR. Children are 1/2 price on all tours, unless otherwise

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Tasting Class & Certification 11Wine by the National Organization of Wine-Tasters Sun

Depart: NAS II 8:30 am, Marinai 8:45 am, NAS I 9:00 am Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $140 (Transportation, lunch, and wine certification all included)

Piazza Armerina Roman Villas & Aidone Museum

Depart: NAS II 8:00 am, Marinai 8:15 am, NAS I 8:30 am Return: 7:00 pm Cost: $70 (Includes entrance fees and lunch) Visit two famous sights, in one day, Piazza Armerina and the Aidone Museum. Hear ancient stories from Sicilian history. Piazza Armerina, a UNESCO World Heritage site has magnificent 3rd century A.D. mosaic pavements. Relax at Agriturismo Gigliotto for a delicious lunch and see the famous statue of Aphrodite at the Aidone Museum. Learn about its interesting history from a local guide.

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Improve your knowledge of wine in this course for wine lovers and inquiring minds alike. An amazing opportunity to take advantage of while living in Italy, the wine capital of the world! In collaboration with the Organizzazione Nazionale Assaggiatori Vini (ONAV), the National Organization of Wine-Tasters in Italy, and Gambino winery. The 4 hour course will be taught by with the master Gregorio Cali`, an expert sommelier. Participants will be issued an internationally recognized certificate. There are limited seats; register early. For more info on ONAV visit www.onav.it.

Feast, a Festival and Fireworks in 9 ATrecastagni

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Depart: NAS II 6:00 pm, Marinai 6:15 pm, NAS I 6:30 pm Return: 11:30 pm Cost: $25 (Bring Euros for Food!)

Discover Trecastagni and take part in the Holy Martyrs, the celebration of the three Saints, the brothers: St. Alfio, St.Cirino, and St.Filadelfio. Famous for the production of garlic, local vendors will showcase this symbol of good health and protection in the town at the Garlic Festival. End the day by watching a fireworks display!

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Antico Agriturismo Lunch & 10 Borgo Caltagirone Ceramic Demonstration Sat

Depart: NAS II 10:00 am, Marinai 10:1 5am, NAS I 10:30 am Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $52 (Includes Lunch) Eat a delicious, hearty, and family friendly lunch at the Borgo Antico Agriturismo. Considered some of the best food Sicily has to offer, this meal will offer a satisfying variety of dishes. Witness a special demonstration by a ceramic craftsman to show how they work the clay is worked into the beautiful and colorful pottery pieces that you can see in the town of Caltagirone.

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Historical 10 Circumetnea Train Adventure

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Depart: NAS I 6:45 am Return: 3:30 pm Cost: $30 Includes Fees (Bring 15 Euro for Food) All-aboard the Circumetnea Historic Train Adventure for some fabulous views of Mt. Etna! Ride the train around Mt. Etna with a stop in the notable town of Randazzo for lunch. The city contains architecture dating back to the medieval period and holds a significant history from WWII. *Comfortable Shoes Recommended*

16 Womens’ Only Shopping- Vintage Stores

Depart: NAS I 9:30 am Return: 3:00 pm Cost: $7 (Bring Euros for shopping and lunch) Bring home beautiful Italian furnishings without breaking the bank. Explore a local vintage shop that sells furniture, home décor, and clothing. The merchandise is secondhand, but the quality is exceptional. An accompanying guide will assist as needed. Cards accepted Euro need for lunch.

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17 Palermo

Sat Depart: NAS II 6:30 am, Marinai 6:45 am, NAS I 7:00 am Return: 6:30 pm Cost: $45 (Bring Euros for Fees and Food) *Must have a minimum of 30 people by May 9th* Experience the breathtaking Cathedrals of Palermo and Monreale. Palermo's Cathedral houses a unique mixture of architectural styles on a grand scale. Witness eight periods of art in one single setting. Behold awe-inspiring and intricate biblical mosaics decorating the nave of Monreale Catherdral. Brave the Capuchin Catacombs, if you dare.

Catacomb tour is OPTIONAL; entrance fee approx. 5 Euro.

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18 Flower Festival in Noto

Sun Depart: NAS II 10:00 am, Marinai 10:15 am, NAS I 10:30 am Return: 7:00 pm Cost: $50 (Includes Lunch) The annual infiorata or flower festival celebrates the arrival of Spring and features amazing displays of fresh flower mosaics taking up the entire street of Via Nicolaci, in the town of Noto. The whole town participates in this wonderful and famous Sicilian event. Enjoy a carnival atmosphere and witness a festive parade on the main street and have lunch at La Trota Restaurant.

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24 Nissoria & Leonforte

“Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci”

by Pietro Mascagni di Ruggero Leoncavallo Saturday, May 3rd Floor Seats: $89 per person Gallery Seats: $45 per person Depart: NAS I 4:00 pm Transportation is included. Tickets are not refundable

Thu Depart: NAS II 7:00 am, Marinai 7:15 am, NAS I 7:30 am Return: 6:30 pm Cost: $45 (Bring Euros for Fees and Food) *Must have a minimum of 30 people by May 9th* Shop for beautiful hand painted Sicilian pottery, from Caleca, one of the most notable ceramics manufacturers with over a 200 year history.

The factory store, located in Patti, offers a variety of household ceramics at wholesale prices! *Credit Cards Accepted at Caleca* --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sat Depart: NAS II 8:00 am, Marinai 8:15 am, NAS I 8:30 am Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $70 (Lunch is included) Visit the beautiful and historical towns of Nissoria and Leonforte, located at 600 meters above sea-level on Mt. Erei in central Sicily. Take in beautiful views over the mountain summit and Lake Pozzillo. This is a trip worth taking to explore the interior of the island. Enjoy a satisfying lunch at a cheese factory made with fresh seasonal, local ingredients. Take advantage of buying locally made products directly from the factory.

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25 Aromi and Scicli by Night

Sun Depart: NAS II 1:15 pm, Marinai 1:30 pm, NAS I 1:45 pm Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $70 Spend the afternoon at Gli Aromi testing your senses with herbs and aromas before enjoying the evening tour of Scicli. Aromi offers a tour for the senses which includes smelling, tasting, and seeing multiple herbs and plants at their farm. Afterwards visit the center of Scicli, once under Norman and Arab rule and almost completely rebuilt after the earthquake in 1693 in the Baroque style. The churches and buildings are lit in the evenings; giving you a unique way to admire this magnificent town, which has been declared a UNESCO Heritage Site.

26 Alcantara Gorge and Winery

Mon Depart: NAS II 9:00 am, Marinai 9:15 am, NAS I 9:30 am Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $70.00 (Includes entrance fees, lunch, & wine tasting) A geological and botanical park, Alcantara Gorge features immense natural canyons carved out by ancient lava flows. Also called “Godfather Valley” in recognition of scenes filmed from “The Godfather” movie in this area! Take part in a guided tour of the park and enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at a local winery.

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30 Catania by Night: History & Wine Tasting

31 Agrigento: Valley of the Temples & Tatarata Festival

Sat Depart: NAS II 7:00 am, Marinai 7:15 am, NAS I 7:30 am Return: 8:00 pm Cost: $60 / $50 FOR LIBERTY (Includes entrance fees) Bring Euro for food Enjoy the Tatarata Festival, a unique celebration that showcases Arabian folk performers in festive traditional costumes. Visit the ancient Greek city of Akragras, modern day Agrigento, known as a leading city during the Golden Age of Ancient Greece and stroll along to see more than 10 temples still standing in the archaeological park, Valley of the Temples.

Balletto Don Chisciotte (Don Quixote Ballet) Ballet by Leo’ Delibes Tuesday, May 27th Floor Seats: $89 per person Gallery Seats: $45 per person Depart: NAS I 4:00 pm Transportation is included. Tickets are not refundable

COMING SOON Siracusa and Seafood Restaurant Sunday, June 1st Depart: NAS II 8:00 am, Marinai 8:15 am, NAS I 8:30 am Return: 1:00 pm Cost: $14 or 2 people for $20 Visit the archeological park area of Siracusa, and view the Ear of Dionysius, the Cordari Cave, the Greek-Roman Amphitheater, and the historic island of Ortigia. Finish the day relaxing for a leisurely restaurant lunch. Select the seafood or meat dish at time of registration.

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Depart: NAS II 4:30 pm, Marinai 4:45 pm, NAS I 5:00 pm Return: 12:00 pm Cost: $70 (Comfortable shoes recommended for this walking tour) Spend the evening admiring magnificent monuments from the Greek to medieval periods throughout the bustling downtown area of Catania. The city comes alive after dark and is a great place to spend an evening sightseeing and people watching. Enjoy a typical Sicilian wine tasting at Wine & Charm an old “enoteca”, or wine shop. Multiple appetizers will be provided.

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Outdoor Rec Sea-Kayak Safety Class

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Tuesday May 6th & Thursday May 8th May 6th - Pool Session 5:30pm - 7:30pm May 8th - Open Water Session 4:30pm - 9:00pm Maximum 5 people Cost: $40 (includes instruction and gear rental) A two-part Sea-Kayak Safety class. There will be two courses, one in the pool and one on open water. Learn the basic skills of kayaking and basic self-rescue skills. Once you complete this course, you will receive a certification card that makes you eligible to rent one of our sit-inside kayaks.

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Fri Depart: ITT 1:30 pm Return: 8:00 pm Cost: $5 (Bring €30 cash to pay at Paintball field) Up your adrenaline by playing paintball in Motta Sant’Anastasia at AAAAA Stand Up Paddleboard this superb paintball field! This field provides the opportunity for Thu (SUP) Clinic scenario games, as it offers both urban structures and natural Depart: ITT 4:30 pm structures to use as barriers. Outdoor Recreation will provide the Return: 7:30 pm Cost: $30 transportation; bring Euros for the BBQ, gear rental, and paint.

Learn to stand up paddleboard (SUP) in a one day clinic. This fun new Bringing snacks and water is recommended. Children 17 years and sport is a hybrid of surfing and paddling. SUP offers a total body younger MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. workout and is a great activity to explore Sicily’s beautiful coastlines.

------------------------------------------------The basics of this exciting sport will be taught at the clinic. Learn Canyoning AAAAA yyyyy proper stances for balance and control, essential paddle strokes, and Sat in Alcantara Gorge proper turning techniques. No experience is necessary. **Must be Depart: ITT 8:30 am Return: 5:00 pm able to swim and be comfortable in the water Cost: $85 / $60 for LIBERTY ------------------------------------------------Experience the exhilarating sport of canyoning by jumping into the AAAAA Marzamemi Boat Tour icy cold waters of Alcantara Gorge! Wearing only a Personal Flotation Saturdays May 17th & May 31st Device (PFD), helmet, and wetsuit jump, slide, and swim your way Depart: ITT 7:30 am Return: 4:00 pm through the cold rushing waters that cascading down the gorge.

Cost: $95 for Adults / $60 for LIBERTY Enjoy some hiking while moving from section to section in the rocks Spend a relaxing day at sea off the coast of Marzamemi sightseeing, alongside the water. This trip is not for the faint of heart! swimming, and snorkeling! Marzamemi is a small fishing village Recommended for ages 15 and up. located on the southeastern coast of Sicily offers spectacular crystal clear blue-green waters. Enjoy a delicious Sicilian BBQ lunch aboard the boat. Bring water, snacks, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Price includes boat tour, snorkeling gear (while supplies last), and a Sicilian BBQ lunch.

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Rock Wall AAAAA Certification Course and OPEN CLIMB

Time: 5:00 pm -7:30 pm - The Cave climbing wall at the NAS I Midtown gym Cost: $5 per person (Maximum 6 people for belay certification- Pre-Registration is required) Interested in learning to belay so that you can climb on the indoor climbing wall at Midtown? Sign up for our two hour rock wall certification course. We’ll teach you everything you need to know so that you can climb and belay safely. All equipment will be provided by Outdoor Recreation.

Already certified? Join us during these same hours for open climb time! We’ll have an Outdoor Recreation staff on hand to assist you if necessary.

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Wed Time: 4:00 pm The Cave climbing wall at the NAS I Midtown gym Cost: $5 per person (Maximum 10 kids- Pre-Registration is required) Children can enjoy themselves and burn off some energy at the Cave Rock Wall at the NAS I Gym inside Midtown. A parent must accompany children. No climbing certification necessary as ODR staff will assist in safely belaying children while climbing.

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20 Summer Trail Running Series

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30 Taormina Stairs by Night

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Tue Depart: ITT 4:00 pm Return: 9:00 pm Cost: $10 / $5 for LIBERTY (bring Euro for a local bar stop after the run) Test your running endurance on Mt. Etna. The second run in the series, this run will start at Rifugio Ariel and loops through the forested slopes of Mt. Etna. Choose to run between 3 and 8 miles.

ODR guides will also be running the trails to show the way. Enjoy a brief stop at a bar in Nicolosi for a post run snack. Moderately rough terrain; not appropriate for strollers or weak ankles.

------------------------------------------------Fri Depart: ITT 4:00 pm Return: 11:00 pm Cost: $25 (Bring Euro for food and shopping) Experience the spectacular views of Mt. Etna and the Ionian Sea from the breathtaking town of Taormina. Earn dinner by ascending more than 600 stairs to Madonna della Rocca, perched well above Taormina *Liberty Patrons ITT and ODR reserve the right proper. Relax on the bus ride back down to Taormina for some free to modify tour itineraries in the event Qualified E5 & below of unforeseen circumstances.

Single Service Members time to spend shopping or having that well deserved dinner.

Take5 x5602 - Connections x4264 Marzamemi Boat Tour

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Cinco De Mayo

30 Empty Wallet Lunch

Fri Time: 11:00 am Mon Time: 5:00 am at Take 5 Free frito pies, drinks, and brownies at Take 5 while supplies last.

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with a free viewing of Machete Kills and try ------------------------------------------------your luck at whacking a piñata filled with goodies!

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10 Canyoning in Alcantara Gorge

Depart: ITT 8:30 am Return: 5:00 pm Cost: $85 / $60 for LIBERTY Experience the exhilarating sport of canyoning by jumping into the icy cold waters of Alcantara Gorge wearing only a Personal Flotation Device (PFD), helmet, and wetsuit. Jump, slide, and swim your way through the cold rushing waters that cascading down the gorge.

Enjoy some hiking while moving from section to section in the rocks alongside the water. This trip is not for the faint of heart! Recommended for ages 15 and up.

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11 Etnaland

Depart: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm Cost: $5 (bring euro for entry fee and food) Beat the crowds and spend the day at Etnaland! Enjoy the one of a kind adventure theme park of Sicily.

For more info or to sign up call 624-5602

31 Tatarata Festival Sat

Depart: NAS II 7:00 am, Marinai 7:15 am, NAS I 7:30 am Return: 8:00 pm Cost: $50 for LIBERTY (Includes entrance fees) Bring Euro for food Enjoy the Tatarata Festival, a unique celebration that showcases Arabian folk performers in festive traditional costumes. Visit the ancient Greek city of Akragras, modern day Agrigento, known as a leading city during the Golden Age of Ancient Greece and stroll along to see more than 10 temples still standing in the archaeological park, Valley of the Temples.

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Movie 8 Horror Marathon

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Take 5 Horror Movie Marathon with free popcorn!

Take 5 is at it again playing all your favorite bone chilling thrillers!

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Late Night 28 Liberty Movie Wed

Time: 7:00 pm at Take 5 Free movie viewing at Take 5. Enjoy free popcorn and an action flick, while supplies last!

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Saturdays May 17th & May 31st Depart: ITT 7:30 am Return: 4:00 pm Happy Birthday Floats!

Cost: $60 for LIBERTY Time: 11:00 am at Take 5 Wed Spend a relaxing day at sea off the coast of Marzamemi sightseeing, Celebrating May birthdays with delicious root beer floats, while swimming, and snorkeling! Marzamemi is a small fishing village supplies last.

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22 Tuscany Road Trip

Date: May 22-26th Sign-up by: May 2nd Cost: $600 Liberty is taking a road trip through Tuscany!

We will leave late Thurs night with the overnight ferry to Naples and visit the natural hot springs of Saturnia, one night in Florence, a visit to Pisa, and one night in Siena and then ferry back to Catania Monday morning. Cost includes transportation and lodging. Bring euro for food and entry fees to any monuments or museums you may wish to see.

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Liberty Patrons include qualified single service members E-5 and below.

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

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Weekend Dance Party

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Tue Time: 1100-1:00 pm Enjoy some sunshine at lunch and play cornhole at Take 5. A chance to meet fellow cornhole enthusiasts.

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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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16 Friday Night Dinner

Depart: NAS II 6:30 pm, NAS I 7:00 pm Cost: $5 (bring Euro for dinner) Enjoy a relaxing evening out on the town. This month Liberty is heading out for a fun dinner at Caverna del Mastro Birraio in Acireale.

Sign up by noon on May 14th.

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Thu Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Barracks Bash on NAS 2 with lots of games, competitions, free food, and more! Enjoy this fun filled evening!

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Softball Registration Starts Happy Birthday Floats!

Friends Night Out

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3OH!3 Family Night Out Dance Party

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Motta Extreme Run 3 Extreme Bowling Monthly Volunteer Opp. Bellini Opera Dance Party

Chuck Milligan Hypnotist8 Kids Run Sea-Kayak Friends Night Out Horror Movie Marathon

Cup Cake Making Class Books 2 Movies Matinees Trecastagni Festival Paintball Family Night Out Dance Party

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Borgo Antico Lunch 10 Circumetnea Train Adv. Canyoning in Alcantara Extreme Bowling Dance Party

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Mixed Martial Arts 15 Stand Up Paddleboard Friends Night Out Barracks Bash

Womens’ only 16 Shopping - Vintage Stores Family Night Out Friends Night Dinner Dance Party

Palermo 17 Marzamemi Boat Tour Extreme Bowling Dance Party

Kids Climb

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Tuscany Road Trip Caleca Pottery Friends Night Out

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Pool Party Matinees Family Night Out Dance Party

Late Night Movie

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Cooking Class Friends Night Out

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Heritage Run 30 Empty Wallet Lunch Family Night Out Catania by Night Taormina Stairs by Night Dance Party

Dollar Bowling Cinco de Mayo

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Wine Tasting Class & Certification Free Sneak Peak of Godzilla Liberty Etnaland Half Price Bowling

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Youth Forum Dollar Bowling

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Cornhole

Flower Festival in Noto18 Half Price Bowling

Cooking Class Dollar Bowling

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NOFFS Course 20 Summer Trail Run Series

Alcantara Gorges & Winery Dollar Bowling

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Bellini Opera

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Chuck Milligan Hypnotist7 Rock Wall Certification

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Aromi and Scicli Half Price Bowling

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Piazza Armerina Half Price Bowling

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Splasher’s Opening Nissoria & Leonforte Extreme Bowling Dance Party

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