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November 2012
NAS Sigonella, Sicily • MWR magazine
MWR events x0548
The David Chicken Live Show
Christmas Tree Lighting
Tuesday, November 6th, 9:00am at Knights Hall Experience a heart-pounding, floorstomping, singing & dancing event that's fun and healthy for the whole family! David Chicken is part superhero, part Elvis, and 100% fun for all ages. This Emmy awardwinning singer-songwriter leads his audience through a high-energy, interactive performance filled with creative movement, motivational messages, and general hilarity based on David’s original music CDs and DVDs.
Friday, November 30th 6:00pm in the Midtown Piazza
Winter Wonderland Saturday, December 1st 10:00am in the NAS I Gym
U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band Holiday Concert Sunday, December 2nd
youth COMPLEX x1750 • x1747
Digital Arts Club Tuesdays from 4:00pm – 4:30pm This is a beginner level program where you will engage in movie making, music, websites and more!
Image Makers Saturdays from 2:00pm – 3:00pm The youth complex will be hosting a beginners level Image Makers National Photography Program every Saturday from October 6th – December 15th. Ages 12 – 18.
midtown 2 THEATERS x4248
Movie Matinees
Party Packages
November 2nd, 9th, 13th, 15th & 23rd See movie schedule for details.
Christmas is right around the corner! Schedule your Christmas party at the theater this year. Birthday packages are also available, starting as low as $70, and best of all, there is no wait! Call for more information.
Books to Movies Club November 5th – 7th in the Midtown Classroom Which is better, the movie or the book? We’ll review last month’s book Twilight: Breaking Dawn by Stephanie Meyers and introduce our next title: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Each participant will receive a free ticket to the movie of the book we read. Bring a dish to share. Call x4216 to sign up or email chelsea.humphrey@eu.navy.mil.
Veterans’ Day and Thanksgiving Day Movies We will be open on Sunday, November 12th and Thursday, November 22nd. See the movie schedule to see what’s playing!
Popcorn Punch Cards Grab a popcorn punch card and when you’ve purchased 4 large popcorns you’ll get the 5th free!
premiere LIBRARY x3875
Native American History Month
Join us in paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans! National American Indian Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the accomplishments of the people who were the original inhabitants, explorers and settlers of the United States. Stop by your MWR Library and check out our book display to learn more. Also available are free bookmarks featuring a traditional Chesnut Bread recipe, stop by and pick one up today!
Story Time Tuesdays, 11am at the Commissary Fridays, 10am in the Library Let us take your kids on a reading adventure and help them learn to love books from an early age.
FITness
xNAS I x4483 • NAS II x5243
Trek Around Sicily Palermo
Cefalu’
Tindari
629 miles
Trapani Messina
Taormina Marsala Catania
Mazara del Vallo
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Agrigento
Siracusa Licata
Pozzallo
“Turkey For Me, Turkey For You” Orange Grove 5k Run/Walk Base 2 Base Run #3 Saturday, November 17th 7:30am Registration NAS I pool pavilion 8:00am Start time Not Stroller Friendly (not TAC certified)
Trek Around Sicily
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Travel around our map of Sicily and earn prizes! Each mile traveled by cardio machine, outdoor activity, swimming, biking, running, climbing, rowing, or anything that is measurable is logged mile for mile. Fitness classes = 10 miles.
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
family FITness x4018 • x4019
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Powderpuff Football
Tiny Tots Fitness
Friday, November 16th @ 6:00pm Watch the Sig Chicks take on Hell on Heels at the NAS I Land Annex!
Tuesdays at 10:30am It’s a fitness class for kids age 2 – 5!
Coming next month:
Turkey Bowling
Racquetball – December 8th Wallyball – December 10th – 14th Street Hockey Team Tryouts – December 17th
Thursday, November 8th @ 5:00pm Families welcome! Tiny Turkey Bowling for kids 8 and under.
Trek Around Sicily Trek around Sicily family style! For every mile one you or your family members travel on the treadmill, bike or elliptical, you will move 5 miles on the Sicily map! Earn rewards along the way!
November is Good Nutrition Month Stop by Family Fitness for a workout and a weekly free healthy recipe you can make with your family.
SPAREtime bowling x4302
CFC Bowling
Family Night Out
Friday, November 9th from 5pm – 8pm Come support the Combined Federal Campaign with some bowling! $10 per ticket
Fridays from 5pm – 8pm Music, lights and fun with the whole family! $15 per lane (up to 5 people) Includes shoes.
2 for 1 Bowling Mondays Two people bowl for the price of one!
Extreme Bowling Saturdays from 8pm - Midnight Extreme lighting and music from YOUR iPod! $10 per person includes shoes.
ITT gear-N-go x4777 or x4396
Catania Shoe Fair
Country Day in Mazzarone
Thursday, November 1st Depart: NAS II 8:30am, Marinai 8:45am, NAS I 9:00am Return: 1:00pm $14 or 2 for $20
Saturday, November 10th Spend the day in the area of Mazzarone, which is famous for grapes and olive oil production. We will visit “Frantoio” where olives oil is produced and taste the oil. We will also see them harvest the famous table grape of Mazzarone and visit the Silvestri Castle. Wine tasting and lunch will be in the famous Agriturismo of Makatarion. Depart: NAS II 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 7:00pm $80 includes entrance fee, olive oil tasting, grape and wine tasting and lunch.
Borgo Antico Tour Saturday, November 3rd Spend the day at Agriturismo Borgo Antico in Mineo. Tour the property, sample the olive oil and enjoy a delicious organic meal. Depart: NAS II 8:00am, Marinai 8:15am, NAS I 8:30am Return: 4:00pm $50
Circumetnea Antique Train Adventure
Siracusa, Seafood Restaurant & Boat Tour Sunday, November 4th Visit the archeological area of Siracusa, including the ear of Dionysius, the Cordari Cave, the Greek-Roman Amphitheatre and the historic island of Ortigia. We’ll have lunch at a seafood restaurant and relax with a boat tour, which will take you along the coast of the town. Depart: NAS II 8:00am, Marinai 8:15am, NAS I 8:30am Return: 7:00pm $55 includes restaurant and boat tour. Bring €10 for the Archeological Park entrance fee and more for shopping.
Catania Shopping Friday, November 9th Depart: NAS II 8:00am, Marinai 8:15am, NAS I 8:30am Return: 2:00pm
Saturday, November 10th Grab a few friends and enjoy a train ride around Etna with a stop in historic Randazzo for lunch. The medieval walled city was devastated in WWII when more than 80 percent of its houses were destroyed by Allied Forces. Depart: NAS I 6:45am Return: 4:30pm $30 includes fees. Bring euro for food.
Vasari Vineyard Tour Sunday, November 11th Take a sip of history at Vasari Vineyard. Forty years ago, this farm became the first to rediscover the Mamertino wine. This ancient wine was recorded as far back as 289 B.C. It was the favorite of Emperor Julius Caesar, who offered it at banquets and celebrations. There will be a guided tour of the Arab-Norman Castle, the Cathedral, the Diocesan Museum, the town of Milazzo and the winery that dates back to 1700. Depart: NAS II 7:15am, Marinai 7:30am, NAS I 7:45am Return: 9:00pm $60 includes entrance fee, guided tours lunch and wine tasting.
Catania Shopping Friday, November 16th Depart: NAS II 8:00am, Marinai, 8:15am, NAS I 8:30am Return: 2:00pm $8 or 2 for $12
Palermo Saturday, November 17th Join us for a tour of the Royal Palace and Mt. Pellegrino, famous for St. Rosalia Sanctuary and wonderful views. If there is time, we can visit the catacombs in the afternoon. Depart: NAS II 6:30am, Marinai 6:45am, NAS I 7:00am Return: 7:00pm $32. Bring euro for catacombs entrance fee and lunch.
Alcantara Gorge & Russo Winery Sunday, November 18th See this fantastic gorge also known as Godfather valley because it has been used as a filming location for the Godfather as well as other American and Italian movies. We will take a guided tour of Alcantara Gorge Park, including the cold river and the valley, and enjoy wine tasting and lunch at Russo Winery. Depart: NAS II 9:00am, Marinai 9:15am, NAS I 9:30am Return: 6:00pm $60 includes entrance fee, lunch and wine tasting.
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Taormina & Gambino Winery Thursday, November 22nd Discover beautiful Taormina known for its spectacular views and lush vegetation. After seeing the best sites of the town, we will have a light lunch and wine tasting at Gambino Winery. Depart: NAS II 7:30am, Marinai 7:45am, NAS I 8:00am Return: 8:00pm $55
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Agrigento: Valley of the Temples & Bagliesi Winery Friday, November 23rd Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century B.C., Agrigento became one of the leading cities of the Mediterranean world. The area is universally known for the spectacular Valley of Temples and 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 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 6:30pm $55 includes entrance fees, lunch & tasting.
Godfather Tour
Cefalú & Castelbuono
Sunday, November 25th We will take a walking tour of Forza D'Agrò, which has been featured as the backdrop in a number of films, such as The Godfather. In Savoca we’ll visit Bar Vitelli where Michael Corleone met Apollonia’s father and the church where he and Apollonia were married in Francis Ford Coppola’s famous film. Depart: NAS II 7:30am, Marinai 7:45am, NAS I 8:00am Return: 6:00pm $30. Bring euro for food. Sign up to this trip and save $5 on the Cefalu’ & Castelbuono trip scheduled for December 2nd.
Sunday, December 2nd Visit the quaint town of Castelbuono, famous for its castle and good restaurants. We will have lunch there and then head to the beautiful coastal city of Cefalú to see the Cathedral, Lungomare, and the Medieval Washhouse. Depart: NAS II 7:30am, Marinai 7:45am, NAS I 8:00am Return: 8:00pm $24. Bring euro for lunch and fees.
Basic Italian Part I Caleca Pottery Factory
Principe di Corleone Winery & Novello Wine Tasting Saturday, November 24th Visit Corleone Winery, located in the Palermo Province. There may be a chance to taste the limited Novello Wine, the special wine of autumn that is only available for three months. Please be advised that due to the rural location of this winery, sometimes the credit card machine does not work. Depart: NAS II 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 8:00pm $55 includes lunch and wine tasting. Bring euro for wine.
Friday, November 30th Caleca is one of the most famous producers of Sicilian hand crafted pottery. You’ll have the opportunity to purchase this beautiful hand-painted pottery at wholesale prices! Depart: NAS II 7:00am, Marinai 7:15am, NAS I 7:30am Return: 2:30pm $16
Messina and Tindari Saturday, December 1st Visit Messina and its 12th century Cathedral containing the remains of King Conrad, ruler of Germany and Sicily in the 13th century. The building had to be almost entirely rebuilt in 1919-1920 after the devastating 1908 earthquake. It is also home to one of the largest astronomical clocks in the world, built in 1933 by the Ungerer Company of Strasburg. We will also go to Tindari known for its cherished Black Madonna. Depart: NAS II 7:30am, Marinai 7:45am, NAS I 8:00am Return: 6:30pm $30. Bring euro for food and fees.
Tuesdays, November 6th - 27th 5:00pm – 7:30pm NAS I Midtown Classroom Please come prepared with a dictionary, notebook, & 2 colored pens. $120
BELLINI OPERA “Season 2012” Tickets for the Bellini Theatre “La Traviata” by Giuseppe Verdi Friday, December 7th Floor Seats: $50 per person Gallery Seats: $35 per person Depart: NAS I 4:00pm Transportation is included.
Extended Trips Christmas in Rome December 22nd – 26th
Shopping Weekend in Milan Coming in January!
outdoor REC x4777 • or x4396
Tandem Skydiving
San Martino with Mariska & Emilio
Sicilian Style Fishing in Marzamemi
Saturday, November 3rd It’s your chance to skydive in Sicily! We will take you to Palermo, where you can tandem jump with Skydive Sicilia. We take off from Ragusa (Baia Samuele) Airport. You bring the courage, we’ll provide the transportation and reservations for your jump! Depart: ITT 7:00am Return: 7:00pm $20 includes transportation only. The tandem jump with video and photo is €250 paid on site.
Saturday, November 10th Spend San Martino in Mineo at the country home of Mariska and Emilio. We will open a new wine barrel to taste the fresh wine and prepare a traditional San Martino meal, including sausages, meat, salad, chestnuts, dessert and coffee. Depart: ITT 6:00pm Return: Midnight $40
Thursday, November 8th Sunday, November 11th Sunday, November 18th Thursday, November 29th Spend the day off the coast of Marzamemi where we’ll drop a line with 500 hooks on it to cacth small tuna the traditional Sicilan way. Then cast your own line to catch other types of fish while we BBQ on the boat. Depart: ITT 4:00am Return: 3:00pm $80 includes transportation, BBQ, fishing pole and artificial bait.
Hike the Top of Mt. Etna Saturday, November 4th Hike the top of Etna, the highest and more active volcano of Europe. The Outdoor Rec team will show you some natural geological points of interest. We will hike for 9 to 10 hours round trip. This is a very difficult hike. Bring your hiking shoes, pack lunch, water and a jacket because it’s cold at 9,500 feet! Depart: ITT 7:00am Return: 6:00pm $30
Simeto River Mountain Bike Saturday, November 17th Join us for a mountain bike ride along Simeto River, which is the main river of Sicily. We will bike for 3 or 4 hours and finish in the natural reserve of Simeto River. We should see some migratory birds coming from North Europe, including the flamingo and many others. We provide the gear and transportation. If you wish to bring your own bike, we will transport it for you on our bike trailer. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Depart: ITT 8:00am Return: 2:30pm $20 with bike and helmet $10 with your own bike and helmet
Bike Catania by Night Friday, November 23rd Spend an evening touring the city of Catania by bike. We are going to see ruins dating back to 400BC, including the Greek and Roman Amphitheaters, Ursino Castle, and one of the largest monasteries in Europe. We’ll stop at a restaurant for dinner after the tour. We provide the gear and transportation. If you wish to bring your own bike, we will transport it for you on our bike trailer. Depart: ITT 4:00pm Return: Midnight $40 includes dinner. $30 if you have your own bike.
Noto Kayak & Nature Reserve Saturday, November 10th Paddle the Southeastern Ionian coast along the rocky and sandy shores. Then stop in Vendicari nature reserve to explore the preserved surroundings of flora and fauna. We may see herons, flamingos, storks and more. This is the right time of year to watch the migratory birds coming from North Europe. If the sea is too rough we will just go around the nature reserve. Bring a snack. Depart: ITT 8:00am Return: 5:00pm $40 includes transportation, kayak and lifejacket.
Full Moon Kayak Piano dei Grilli Hike with BBQ Saturday, November 24th This excursion will cover a 7.5 mile/12km trail around the northwest Mt. Etna area. This is an exceptional way to experience the mountain’s springtime flora and fauna, with highlights such as pistachio groves and lava clearing. We will stop during the hike to have a typical Sicilian BBQ. A suggested gear list will be provided at registration. Depart: ITT 7:00am Return: 5:00pm $35. Children 2 – 14 are free.
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Wednesday, November 28th Spend the evening with Outdoor Rec. We will depart from Catania and paddle about 2 hours to Aci Trezza, the town of the Cyclops. When we arrive in Aci Trezza, you will have time for dinner in one of the many restaurants in this small fishing village. Depart: ITT 3:00pm Return: 11:00pm $19. Bring euro for food.
LIBerty
Take 5 x5602 • Connections x4264
Liberty Outreach
Liberty Dinner at Carlito’s
Thanksgiving Leftovers
Wednesday, November 14th @ 11:00am Join us at Take 5 to enjoy some goodies and find out more about the Liberty program. We want to hear your suggestions too!
Friday, November 16th Get your fix of Tex Mex with Liberty at Carlito’s in Catania! Sign up at Take 5 or Connections by noon on Thursday, November 15th. Depart: Take 5 7:00pm, Connections 7:30pm $5 covers transportation. Bring euro for food.
Friday, November 23rd @ 6:00pm Head to Take 5 or Connections to make your own roasted turkey leftover sandwiches. We will have lots of traditional sides to offer as toppings and dessert too!
All LIBERTY trips are for Single Service Members and Geographical Bachelors. Trips require advance registration and a minimum of 6 participants.
Take 5 x5602
Soup Night
National Puzzle Week Challenge
Dominos Game Night
Wednesday, November 7th @ 6:00pm We will be serving up a big batch of free homemade soup while supplies last.
Monday, November 18th -24th Stop by and test your puzzle building skills, we will have 3D puzzles and more available for you to use.
Saturday, November 24th @ 7:00pm Challenge some friends to a friendly game of dominos.
Poker Night Saturday, November 10th @ 7:00pm Grab some friends and play a friendly game of poker!
Veteran’s Day Military Marathon
Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 22nd We’ll have pie, treats and football starting at 2:30pm!
Friday, November 30th @ 11:00am Join us for free meatball sandwiches, chips, soda and drinks while supplies last!
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Outdoor Movie
Ping Pong Tournament
Friday, November 2nd Come watch Men in Black 3 (weather permitting). Free popcorn while supplies last.
Tuesday, November 13th Think you have what it takes to be Ping Pong champ? Prove it! Tourney starts at 6pm.
Pumpkin Soup Night
Thursday, November 22nd Join us for some post turkey sweets! Free while it lasts.
Poetry Contest November 5th – 9th Show how thankful you are with a poem. Poems will be posted and voted on. Winners in two categories: most creative and best overall. Must be 18 to enter (this is not Liberty
Monday, November 26th Action, mystery, suspense and free popcorn. Best Monday ever.
Empty Wallet Lunch
Monday, November 12th Come watch Hollywood play out some of the best moments in Military history and enjoy free popcorn all day!
Sunday, November 4th Prepare for the cornucopia of yumminess from Thanksgiving with some late night pumpkin soup. Available starting at 8pm while supplies last.
Mystery, Myth and Legends Movie Marathon
Thanksgiving Day Desserts
Texas Hold ‘Em Wednesdays @ 6:00pm
Weekend Dance Party Friday & Saturday at 10:00pm This dance party has a mix of dance, hip-hop, rock and country. We offer free soft drinks all night for designated drivers!
BINGO Wednesdays in the Compass Room Cards go on sale at 5:30pm, game time 6:00pm. $20 buys 10 games including the jackpot. Every game is worth cash! 18 and up only.
Karaoke Saturdays at 8pm
Have your private party at Jox. There’s no rental charge. Call for more info.
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ITT x4777, x4396 Youth Complex x1750 Jox Pub x5603 Bowling x4302 Library x3875
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Borgo Antico Tour
Birthday Celebration Bowling Family Night
Skydiving
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Catania Shopping
Turkey Bowling
ITT
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CFC Fundraiser
ITT Mazzarone/ Circumetnea Train Outdoor Rec
Noto Kayak Take 5 Poker Night
Bowling
Extreme Bowling
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Midtown 2 Theaters Matinee
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ITT
Catania Shopping
Bowling
Family Night
Sports
Texas Hold’em
Powderpuff Football
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B2B Run #3 ITT Palermo
Outdoor Rec
Simeto Mountain Bike
Bowling
Extreme Bowling
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ITT
Alcantara Gorge & Russo Winery
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Bowling 2 for 1
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Outdoor Rec
Marzamemi Boat
Compass Room Bingo
Jox
Outdoor Rec
Texas Hold’em
Marzamemi Fishing
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Godfather Tour
2 for 1
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Bowling Take 5
Movie Marathon
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Compass Room Bingo
Outdoor Rec
Kayak Aci Trezza
Jox
Texas Hold’em
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Thanksgiving
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Midtown 2 Theaters Matinee
Bowling Family Night ITT Agrigento Taormina & Gambino Take 5/Connections Outdoor Rec ITT
Thanksgiving Desserts
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Outdoor Rec
Marzamemi Fishing
Catania Bike
Connections Leftovers
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Sig Events
Tree Lighting Bowling Family Night ITT Caleca Pottery
Take 5
Empty Wallet Lunch
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ITT
Principe di Corleone
Outdoor Rec
Piano dei Grilli Hike Take 5 Dominos
Bowling
Extreme Bowling
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Sig Events
Winter Wonderland
ITT
Messina & Tindari
Bowling
Extreme Bowling