"The Signature," February 7 issue

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February 7, 2014

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SAPR, AFN Raise Sexual Assault Awareness

Xiomara "Z" Bowes, right, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella's sexual assault response coordinator, speaks with Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rebecca Sunderland, American Forces Network radio disc jockey, about upcoming sexual assault prevention and response events, aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, Jan. 27. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian T. Glunt/Released)

by MC3 CAMERON BRAMHAM NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

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iomara "Z" Bowes, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella’s sexual assault response coordinator is preparing many events over the upcoming months in hopes of bringing more awareness towards preventing sexual assault at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella.

“We have many events that will bring sexual assault awareness to the forefront,” said Bowes. “This is the year the Navy is really looking to amp up talking about sexual assault.”

Bowes will be joining American Forces Network Sigonella radio disc jockeys for what she is calling Sexual Assault Awareness Monday.

“It’s kind of a play on words for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (in April), and we’re going to do that on Monday at least once a month on the radio,” Bowes said. “I invite everyone to join me to talk about Sexual Assault in the military. Tune in to AFN, call in with questions or thoughts and let’s start the conversation.”

Another radio event Bowes has planned with AFN

Sigonella is to invite different NAS Sigonella Sailors to read a “Sexual Assault Prevention” version of the Sailor’s Creed. “It’s called the SAPR Sailor’s Creed,” Bowes added.

Although AFN Sigonella has opened their radio shows for Bowes to relay information about sexual assault prevention, Bowes and the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) team have other events planned throughout the rest of the base as well.

“We will have information tables at the commissary and galley, where I will provide information on reporting, effects of sexual assault and bystander intervention. I will also ask everyone to sign a bystander’s pledge,” Bowes said. “I’m also putting together a clothesline event where we invite community members to bring a plain white tshirt and we provide fabric paints and markers. The Tshirts will depict positive messages calling to end sexual assault.”

The ultimate goal for Bowes in preventing sexual assault is community involvement. Bowes believes that

community involvement is paramount to the success of the events planned for April, but also to prevent sexual assault.

“We have a lot going on,” Bowes said. “We continue to make great strides in response to victims and I believe have developed a response program that facilitates healing.”

These and other events SAPR has planned will lead up to the annual Sexual Assault Prevention Walk, which takes place on NAS II in April.

“Many of the initiatives this year will surround changing the culture in the military that will not allow sexual assault,” Bowes said. “Similar to past campaigns of zero tolerance, sexual assault will join the ranks of behavior that is not welcome in our military. My goal is to bring awareness to the installation of the realities of sexual assault.”

For more information on future events FFSC will be hosting or how you can do your part in the prevention of sexual assault in the military, call DSN 624-4291.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

"Equality is the soul of liberty; there is, in fact, no liberty without it."

– Frances Wright

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Direct Line

Command Master Chief David Graham Buengiorno Sigonella!

February is African American History Month and a great opportunity to look at the efforts of African-American Sailors and service members throughout history.

African-Americans have a legacy of honorable service that resonates through our history and to include every major armed conflict since the Revolutionary War. During the Civil War, African-American Sailors fought on every kind of Union warship, accounting for 10 to 24 percent of each ship's crew, and included eight Medal of Honor recipients.

Initially, African Americans were even allowed to serve in the army. But ultimately, in 1866, through an act of Congress, legislation was adopted to create six all African American Army units. The units were identified as the 9th and 10th cavalry and the 38th, 39th, 40th, and 41st infantry regiments.

The four infantry regiments were later reorganized to form the 24th and 25th infantry regiments. This act gave way to the

remarkable "Buffalo Soldiers" who were instrumental in the Civil War. Toward the late 1930s and start of World War II, the young African Americans who would become known as the Tuskegee Airmen were full of patriotic zeal and eager to serve in the military as the war in Europe and Asia intensified. What set them apart was that they wanted to fight the enemy from the air as pilots, something that black people had never been allowed to do before. Many applied to U.S. Army Air Corps (USAAC) flight training program, but all were initially rejected because of the color of their skin. At the time, all branches of the U.S. military were still deeply segregated.

In 1940, under pressure from activists, the press, other political groups and President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the USAAC reversed its position on accepting black flight program applicants.

The new program's cadets were determined to create a record of excellence during their training and future war service so there

could be no doubt about their value as patriots and aviators.

African American continue breaking down barriers into the 21st century include General Colin L. Powell, and Vice Admiral Michelle Howard.

Colin Powell was a professional soldier for 35 years.

During that time he held many different command and staff positions. His last assignment, from October 1, 1989 to September 30, 1993, was as the 12th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the highest military position in the Department of Defense.

During this time he oversaw 28 military and political crises, including Operation Desert Storm in the victorious 1991 Persian Gulf War. In 2001, thenPresident-elect George W. Bush nominated General Colin L. Powell as U.S. Secretary of State.

The Senate easily approved the nomination and General Powell became the first African American to hold the post.

Just recently on December 20, 2013, the Senate confirmed African American Vice Admi-

ral Michelle Howard as the U.S. Navy's first ever female four-star admiral. Howard is not only the first woman but the first black person to be named the Navy's new Vice Chief of Naval Operations. Vice Admiral Howard started making history back in 1999 when she took charge of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47).

She was the first black woman to command a naval ship.

As you can see, the history of the United States and the U.S. Military has been and will continue to be influenced by the efforts of African-American service members. Keep an eye out for events around NAS Sigonella throughout the month of February to honor the contributions and sacrifices of African-Americans who have served before us.

Hooyah Sigonella!

NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICES PROTESTANT NAS I Chapel Saturday ■ 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship Services Sunday ■ 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship NAS II Chapel SUNDAY ■ 5 p.m. Protestant Evening Service

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What’s Happening Around NAS Sigonella

Camp Lejeune Marines Start New NAVSUP Sailors Paint Catania Elementary School Rotation of SP-MAGTF Africa for Community Relations Project

DRIVE SAFELY, SIGONELLA

ROMAN CATHOLIC Sunday ■ 8:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS I Chapel) ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) TUESDAY - FRIDAY ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) Sacraments of Reconciliation/Penance precede each Mass

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OTHER SERVICES/ACTIVITIES

LATTER-DAY SAINTS SUNDAY at 1:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049 JEWISH SHABBAT LAY SERVICE FRIDAY at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) NIGHT STUDY WEDNESDAY at 5 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) ■ AA Meetings: MONDAY at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) second deck; THURSDAY at 7 p.m. (NAS II Chapel) NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NavalAirStationSigonella Chapel

Chapel Offices: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, CHAPLAIN DUTY: 335-831-4493 RP DUTY: 335-786-1950

(Photo by Antonella Cascino)

Marines with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa 14 go on a three-mile motivational run aboard Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy, Jan. 10, 2014. Established in 2011, the task force is charged with supporting United States Africa Command and Marine Corps Forces Africa’s theater security cooperation requirements to strengthen the defense capabilities of African states and regional organizations, deter and defeat transnational threats and strengthen the ability to conduct good governance and development. (U.S. Marine Corp photo by Sgt. Ed Galo) by sgt ed galo SP-MAGTF Africa 14

Marines and Sailors originally with 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment out of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., arrived at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, Jan. 8, to assume the new rotation of Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF) Africa.

Within their first week aboard the air station, the Marines of SP-MAGTF Africa 14 conducted a transfer-of-authority with their predecessors, trained together on a three-mile motivational run, and met with Maj. Gen. Raymond C. Fox, the commander of U.S. Marine Forces Africa.

Established in 2011, the task force is charged with supporting U.S. Africa Command and Marine Corps Forces Africa’s theater security cooperation requirements to strengthen the defense capabilities of partner states and regional organizations, deter and defeat transnational threats, and strengthen the ability to conduct good governance and development.

“Our goal is to enhance the defense capabilities of African nations, leading to better regional stability,” said Lt. Col. Trevor Hall, the commanding officer of SP-MAGTF Africa 14. “In addition, it's imperative that we seek to strengthen our working relationships with the partner-nation militaries to ensure enduring partnerships.”

This rotation is the first iteration to be sourced by an active duty unit. Previously, the task force was manned with Marines from various units within the Marine Corps Forces Reserve.

by NAVSUP Sigonella Sixteen Sailors and Marines from NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) and Aviation Support Division Sigonella teamed up for the fourth time with a local high school (IPSIA – Eredia Fermi) to participate in a community relations (COMREL) project Jan. 30, at the “Concordia Complex” of the Istituto Cesare Battisti Elementary School in Catania. Volunteers participating in the event dedicated five hours to painting four classrooms.

“Giving something back to the local community is highly rewarding,” said Logistics Specialist Seaman Angelina Williamson.

During the event, students from the elementary school took time off from their studies to assist with the project. They really enjoyed working to improve their school.

“It is great to see locals and the American military service members working together,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels) 1st Class Justin Delpalacio, NAVSUP FLC’s COMREL Coordinator. “I think it shows what people can really accomplish when they have a common goal and when they work together.”

Volunteers from NAVSUP FLC were happy to devote their time towards the beautification of the school.

The school's principal, Dr. Maria Paola Iaquinta, thanked volunteers by providing a typical Sicilian lunch.

Capt. Springer Tours NMC Sigonella Detachment

Capt. Mark Springer, commanding officer of Navy Munitions Command (NMC) Continental U.S. East Division, tours Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella's NMC Detachment's facilities as part of a Mediterranean tour site visit, Jan. 29, 2014. NAS Sigonella provides logistical support for Commander, U.S. 5th and 6th Fleets and NATO forces in the Mediterranean area. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian T. Glunt/Released)

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C O M M UNI T Y C A LEND A R

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Monday ICR 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Tuesday ICR 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Female Empowerment Group 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Communication Skills 1 - 3 p.m.

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Wednesday ICR 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Sponsor Training 9 - 11 a.m.

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Topolino ICR for Kids 8 - 11:30 a.m.

FFSC IA Discussion Group 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

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Anger Mangament Skills: Session 1 1 - 3 p.m.

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Arrivederci Class 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Circumetnea Historical Train Adventure ITT

Family Night Out* Sparetime Bowling 5 - 8 p.m.

Half Price Bowling* Sparetime Bowling *EVERY SUNDAY

*EVERY FRIDAY

Thursday Sig Safe 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

FFSC IA Fair 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Mommy & Daddy Boot Camp 2 - 4 p.m.

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HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Valentine's Day Dinner at *Sole e II Sale* ITT

21 10 Steps to a Federal Job 10 - 11:30 a.m.

FFSC Inside Interviews 2:30 - 4 p.m.

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IMPORTANT EXTENSIONS:

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16 Catania vs. Lazio Soccer Match ITT

Siracusa and Seafood Restaurant ITT Mountain Bike Along the Simeto River Outdoor Rec

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23 Palermo ITT Snowshoe Hike Mt. Etna Outdoor Rec

Piazza Armerina Imperial Villa and Agriturismo ITT

ITT : x4777, x4396 Liberty/Connections/Take 5: x4246, x5602 Outdoor Rec: x4777, x4396 Fitness: x4483, x5243 Midtown 2 Theaters: x4248 FFSC: x4291 American Red Cross: x4900

Does your command or organization have an event you’d like to see on the Community Calendar? Email us at thesig@eu.navy.mil and let us know!

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Responses at Town Hall Meeting For those who were unable to attend the town hall meeting Jan. 31, here is what Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis and NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Kevin Jones discussed regarding the recent concerns with U.S. Military Postal System and Value Added Tax (VAT).

Capt. Chris Dennis, NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer

--First off, thank you for being here, thank you for paying attention to our NASSIG Facebook page and posting your questions and comments. If you ever have questions or concerns specifically for our Post Office, they can be reached at DSN: 624-5915.

A couple of important things for all of us to know: We live in Italy, Italian law is the sovereign law of the land and we are guests in this country. Overseas bases are not like U.S. Navy ships. Ships commissioned by nations, such as U.S. Navy ships, are considered sovereign territory. Bases, however, and in particular U.S. bases in Italy, are not sovereign U.S. territory and as such are subject to Italian law. However, as U.S. forces in Italy, we do have additional protections and privileges and these are extended through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), of which both the U.S. and Italy are signatories. Using general terms, the NATO treaty describes how member states will interact with one another.

When it comes down to the very specific bilateral, two-country relations, and in this case, having a U.S. base in Sigonella or in a broader sense, having U.S. forces in Italy, we operate under both the SOFA and additional international agreements that go into more detail and understanding of what each side gives and receives.

That is our legal structure. We live in Italy, subject to Italian law with additional rights and responsibilities further defined by the NATO treaty and U.S.-Italian bilateral agreements. People must not have the misconception that somehow when you're on this base, you are on sovereign U.S. soil and that only U.S. laws apply. These beliefs are false.

This brings us to the issue of mail. Right now there are three separate issues: the delay of holiday mail; the changing of addresses and zip codes; and the issue most people are here to talk about. Some packages have been held in Italian custody because some members of the Italian government are asserting their understanding of the treaty and the technical agreement, which allows them to charge a Value Added Tax (VAT) on certain mail parcels.

U.S. representatives are engaging directly with the Italian government. On the U.S. side, we are represented by our Embassy in Rome, leading a delegation that includes the top legal representatives of the United States to the country of Italy, and senior Region and Navy Fleet Logistics Center representatives. Rest assured, this issue has Naval Forces Europe, Admiral Bruce W. Clingan's attention, and it has the other U.S. Armed Forces attention because it could possibly affect them too. This is not an idle issue and it is being dealt with openly and aggressively.

At present, the mail is flowing to all of us with the exception of a finite number of people, specifically recipients of 27 parcels (as of Jan. 31). Only these parcels are being held, otherwise mail is coming and going non-stop *Note: As of Feb. 5, all parcels were received at their final destination. Nothing has been decided on the matter. It's being actively negotiated between our two countries. There is a legal frame work and there is some historical paperwork from about twenty years ago articulating an Italian understanding, we are saying we would appreciate it if it would return to the status quo of our mail coming and going freely. We'll see what happens; it has a lot of attention.

Again, if you haven't been notified that your package is being held, to the best of our knowledge, it isn't being intentionally held up in Rome. There are a lot of folks asking if they should file a lost package claim yet for mail that's taking longer than expected. We get used to mail taking a certain amount of time to get here and if it takes longer, we get worried. That's when you want to call the Post Office and ask. Again, their number is DSN: 624-5915. I've been told that if your packages are ever held to the side, the post office will contact you through email or through your postal clerk. One way or another, the Post Office will reach out to you.

Capt. Kevin Jones, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella Commanding Officer

--I received an update from the meetings today between the State Department and the Italian Ministry of Finance and Customs. We think we'll probably be able to clear those 27 packages without having to pay a VAT. Paperwork is being filed right now. I'll probably be notified tomorrow morning if those packages have been cleared to go to their destinations in Sigonella and Naples.

If all goes as anticipated, the parcels should be to their recipients sometime next week. If you are one of the owners of the 27 impounded parcels or know someone affected, hopefully we'll shake the packages loose tomorrow. If you haven't been notified already that your package is being held, then none of your incoming parcels are affected by this discussion.

There is another meeting on Feb. 4 and my Postal Chief will be there with the State Department people and we hope to get this cleared up in the next week or so. But again, just like Capt. Dennis said, we live in Italy and the Italians have the right to assert their laws.

At the same time, nobody has yet been told to pay a VAT, and nobody is currently paying a VAT. Resolving favorably the imposition of VAT or Customs Duties on U.S. military mail is precisely what we are working on with the State Department. This is the policy we're negotiating with the Italians.

I know there are a lot of questions about "How do I pay VAT?" Do not worry about this process right now.

The fact is right now, no one is paying VAT. Also, this issue does not affect anything coming into the NEX or Commissary. That's all deemed as "Support of Force," a specific and mutually agreed upon exclusionary category.

Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624-CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273, M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, holidays, or after office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335-578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.

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Carnevale ofVenice Carnevale Fun Begins in Acireale

by www.carnevaledivenezia.it

A Carnevale of fairy tales, marvels and fantastic natures: the woods, the valleys, the seas, the mountains, the lagoons and the mysterious animal and vegetable creatures inhabiting them.

This year’s Carnevale is globalised because, from its origins, each culture has drawn from its heritage of fantasy and fairy tales as a narrative metaphor of life. Humankind has always felt the need to narrate the mystery of nature through fairy tales. Global cultures, first in the shape of myths, then in an anthropomorphic shape in the world fairy-tale tradition, deploy an endless wealth of symbols and characters to describe the creation and the origin of life, the atmospheric elements, vegetable beings and animal creatures.

The objective will be to encourage party goers to rediscover, through their costumes and through the masked city, the importance of fantasy, popular and cultured, esoteric and didactic, and its relationship with humankind and the environment. A gateway between the East and the West, where myths – and fears – of overseas monstrous and surprising creatures were translated into tales, paintings, decorations, to be exported to Europe along the canals and the roads scoured by merchants.

During the 2014 Carnevale, a huge fantasy dictionary will be represented in Venice: each mask will become a symbolic material trace of an alluring meeting of space and time, where in some place of our history one or more human beings have conceived a myth and turned it into image and narration. A timeless fantasy dictionary, a huge morphologic map of unbound human creativity, pleased to explore nature and its mysteries, to represent it with shapes, sounds and attitudes, freely travelling in the heads of our ancestors and in those of our children. For more information and full schedules visit: http://www.carnevale.venezia.it.

Make sure you mark on your calendar for the upcoming Carnevale merry-making season featuring the dazzling allegoric floats’ parades running from Feb. 14 through March 4 in Acireale. (Photo by http://www.postazioneavanzata.com)

It’s that time of the year again! As the popular Italian saying goes: “A Carnevale ogni scherzo vale,” (Any prank is accepted at Carnival), Carnevale is a week of revelry, cheer, good food and most of all crazy fun. Thousands of Italians throng the streets attending colorful carri (floats) parades, wearing costumes, playing pranks on friends and having a blast. Acireale boasts an ancient tradition dating back to the 16th century.

Historians believe that the word Carnevale (Carnival) derives from the Latin word “Carne Levare” (Put meat away). It refers to the period preceding the beginning of Lent, the austere 40 days during which Roman Catholics abstain from eating meat. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Throughout the centuries, despite its religious origin, Carnevale has become a pagan celebration.

In ancient times, many carnival-like festivals were held in different cultures. Ancient Romans celebrated Saturnalia to honor god of Saturn

and in the hope of procuring plentiful harvests.

Celebrations included feasting, gift giving, drunkeness, big meals and pranks. Masked parades of merry-making featuring young boys and girls dancing on allegorical floats were also held through the streets of the cities.

It was a time when masters and slaves exchanged roles. During the festival, Romans used to burn the effigy of the “King of ancient Saturnalia.” It was a grotesque puppet embodying the feast that was publicly burnt at the end of the celebrations. Today, this practice is still performed in many countries.

A straw puppet named the “King of Carnival” is burnt on the evening of Mardi Gras.

In ancient Greece, floats were used for the yearly celebration in honor of Dionysus, the god of wine in order to guarantee fertility and a successful breeding among the animal stock.

Ancient Egyptians celebrated the renewal of life brought about by the yearly flooding of the Nile

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FEBRUARY 7, 2014 through a joyful festival held in the springtime.

The first written record of carnival celebrations held in Sicily date back to the 16th century. Sicilians used to celebrate “Carnalivari” (in Sicilian Carnival) through dance festivals named “Slave Dances.”

Dancers, who were disguised as slaves, performed shows throughout the streets. Drums and trumpets accompanied performers.

Masked revelers from different social classes used Carnevale as an excuse to mingle. The “Jardinara,” (Gardeners), “Briganti”(Bandits), “Baruni”(Barons) and “Abbati” (Abbots) were among the most popular masks. During the festivals, aristocrats and politicians were publicly mocked. Revelers also staged “battles” throwing rotten eggs and vegetables at one another. This practice was popular in 17th century Acireale, a city that boasts among the best Carnivals in Italy.

In 1612, local authorities forbade it because it caused damages to property and injured people.

By the 18th century, celebrations became less “violent” and turned into comedy plays that were performed by jokers named “Abbatazzi.”

Under the authorization of the Bishop, they used to make fun of nobles or priests pretending to read jokes from a big book and taking part in prank competitions.

In 19th century, celebrations included the “Casariata,” a parade of flower-decorated carriages, named “landò,” that toured the historic center. Local nobles, paraded on the carriages wearing masks and threw colored sugar coated almonds and coins at the crowd.

Today, people throw the “lighter” confetti. Foam spraying is also a popular “sport” during Carnevale. So don’t get mad if you get hit, it’s just a prank!

In the 1930s, Acireale artisans started to create huge allegorical floats with papier-mâché depicting animated figures of politicians, animals and other fantastic subjects that are mounted on a mobile platform and driven in parades. Since then, Carnevale carri have become much more elaborate and spectacular.

Carnevale will run on the following days: Feb. 15, 16, 22 and 23 / Feb. 26 through March 4. Highlights will include magnificent papiermâché allegorical and flower-decorated floats’ parades that will be held in piazza Duomo (main square) and throughout the historic center. Music shows will also be performed in Piazza Duomo every night at 9 p.m. For more information and detailed schedules visit http://www.carnevaleacireale.info.

JUS T SA Y IT !

Learn these words in Italian!

Italian food-related idioms

English: every little helps Italian: tutto fa brodo

English: a tough cookie Italian: un osso duro

English: to be unable to see the truth Italian: avere il prosciutto sugli occhi

English: to get even Italian: rendere pan per focaccia

English: as good as gold Italian: buono come il pane English: icing on the cake Italian: la ciliegina sulla torta

English: perfect timing Italian: capitare a fagiolo English: to have a finger in every pie Italian: essere come il prezzemolo

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H EADLINES Ferrari's New F14-T Car Unveiled (AP) Ferrari's 2014 model, unveiled at the Scuderia's Maranello headquarters, reflects the many changes introduced for the new season by the International Automobile Federation (FIA).

The F14-T is powered by a 1.6 liter, turbo V6 power engine and notably features a new-look nose which differs significantly to those seen so far on other 2014 cars.

Alonso, who won two world titles with Renault in 2005 and 2006, replaced Raikkonen at Ferrari in 2010 as the Finn, who had won the title with the Italians in 2007, went on to take a break before returning with Lotus.

In his four years with Ferrari so far, Alonso has had to settle for three runner-up places and one fourth place (2011) amid Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull's grip on the sport. Raikkonen's return alongside Alonso, however, coupled with the new changes, is expected to herald a new beginning for Ferrari as they seek to loosen Vettel's fouryear stranglehold on the title.

"Are we the strongest team? We hope to be," said Raikkonen. "We have the desire to win but only time will tell if we can bring the title back to Ferrari."

For Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo, only one result will do at the end of the season.

"Even though we're the only team in the world who, when we finish second, it's considered a defeat, we're fed up finishing runners-up," said Montezemolo.

Alonso, whose contract with Ferrari expires at the end of this year, told the team's official launch site www.f14t.ferrari.com: "We've had opportunities (to win), especially in 2010 and 2012 so hopefully this year we will deliver."

The Spaniard added he was "curious" to see how the new rules changes in the sport would affect driving performances.

"For sure, the many changes made for this year will mean changes, with regard to driving styles...

I'm curious to know what effect this will have on Formula One. I'm sure we'll find out soon."

The 19-race season gets underway with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne on March 16. Ferrari will begin testing at Jerez in Spain this week.

John Paul II Blood Relic 'Thrown Away (ANSA) L'Aquila A cloth soaked with the blood of the late pope John Paul II was thrown away by three men who stole it from a central Italian church at the weekend, ANSA sources said last Thursday.

The three men in their late teens reportedly did not understand the value of what they took and cannot remember where they disposed of the cloth.

The thieves are believed to have panicked after

hearing media reports about the importance of the object.

Police said that, unless the trio manages to recollect what they did, their hazy memory of recent days will prevent the recovery of the relic, one of only three blood relics of the Polish pope originating from a donation he made after an assassination attempt in St Peter's in 1981. Earlier in the day, police found the iron frame of the relic container, or reliquary, near a drug-addict treatment facility in the town of Collemaggio, not far from Abruzzo capital L'Aquila.

The three detained are addicts and two have a history of petty theft, police said.

The reliquary was taken along with a cross last weekend from the church of San Pietro della Ienca, located at the foot of the Gran Sasso mountain in the Abruzzo region. The church is located in an area where the charismatic pontiff used to hike, ski and meditate.

John Paul, who died in 2005 and is set to be made a saint at the end of April, enjoyed slipping out of the Vatican to the quiet and devout community in the Abruzzo region. Relics of the pope credited with helping defeat eastern European Communism are bound to increase in value after John Paul becomes a saint.

This is what prompted speculation that the theft was made to order, but police squashed this, saying they broke in on the off chance of finding something valuable they could fence to feed their habit.

"The relic was not stolen on commission for a particular buyer," a police spokesman said.

Eight Year Old Girl Dodges Bullet in Fruit Juice (TL) An eight-year-old girl in southern Italy got a shock during her school lunch break on Wednesday, when she found the tip of a bullet in her juice carton.

The girl was enjoying her packed lunch in the city of Caserta when she made the discovery, Caserta News reported. She took the juice and the piece of the bullet to her teacher, who immediately phoned the girl’s parents and the local police.

Having avoided swallowing the bullet, the girl was unhurt but was taken to hospital as a precaution. Police are now investigating how and why - a bullet came to be in the juice carton.

While the incident could turn out to be a gross abandonment of health and safety regulation, bullets have in the past been used by Italian criminals as a threat of violence. Last year a letter thought to contain bullets was sent to Silvio Berlusconi, former prime minister, while similar packages have also been delivered to other key figures such as newspaper editors and Rome’s former city mayor. Caserta is in Italy’s Campania region, the heartland of the Camorra mafia which inspired the book and film Gomorrah.

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Fera 'O Luni Market in Catania

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Photos by Antonella Cascino by mc3 cameron bramham NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

If you are new to Sicily, one of the places you cannot miss during your time here is Catania’s Fera ‘O Luni Market, which is open every weekday except Sundays. Fera ‘O Luni, or “Fair of Monday” contains a plethora of goods from a wide range of food items to many different styles of clothing, electronics, home utensils and much, much more.

Known for hosting a fish market, where you can find some of your favorite seafood cuisines fresh off the boat, the market also provides produce items including fresh oranges, tomatoes, all types of peppers, and more. However, the service of goods does not even begin to stop there for locals or even travelers who, in the past have come from all corners of the world to fulfill their shopping needs.

The market begins by the corner of Piazza Stesicoro with apparel and clothing and continues through Piazza Carlo Alberto with the fish market, where the fish tastes much better than they smell. After the fish market, visitors run into the produce, meat, and cheese section where everyone there has their pick of whatever combination of foods will satisfy their lunch and dinner desires.

For those who are interested in the market for anything besides food items, the market opens up to an enormous walkway and area complete with everything needed from new shirts to maybe even a brand new pair of shoes at very reasonable prices. Other items sold at the market include toys for children, candy, or pretty much anything

and everything else you would find at an outdoor market.

Of course Catania isn’t the only spot that contains an outdoor market in Sicily. There are many others in cities such as Siracusa, Messina, Palermo, Trapani, and more. However, it could perhaps be the most historic and most relevant for those not only looking for a tremendous shopping experience, but a cultural enlightenment as well.

Unlike other markets throughout the island, Catania’s markets, including Fera 'O Luni are not located in narrow strees but more in open, baroque style squares.

Sicily’s outdoor market tradition date back to the ninth century and is a prime location, especially in the spring and summer when the weather is very warm in the afternoon, but slightly cooler in the morning when the main hours for market goers and enthusiasts occur.

Once again, Catania’s Fera ‘O Luni is home to anything and everything you will need for that traditional and home cooked Sicilian style dish, or that new fashionable outfit your friends will be talking about for weeks; and all at affordable prices too.

So if you’re not too busy during some random weekday, head on down the road from Sigonella and enjoy the goods and fantastic atmosphere Catania and Sicily are famously known for.

Open Weekdays from 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Piazza Carlo Alberto Euros only . N o credit cards are accepted.

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USNH Sigonella Updates and Happenings USNH Sigonella Celebrates Nurse Anesthetist Week

by HM2 MATTHEW CLUTTER U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella

Most people know the nurse anesthetist as the person who puts you to sleep. But in the United States military, the nurse anesthetist has a long and rich tradition, and that tradition was celebrated during U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Sigonella’s Nurse Anesthetist Week during the week of Jan. 20-26.

The hospital employs two nurse anesthetists, Lt. Cdr. Kennett Radford and Lt. Cdr. Erin Mohan. Even though the celebration was small, their impact on patient care is great.

“Our role is unique,” said LCDR Radford, Department Head for Anesthesia. “Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are advance practice nurses who undergo rigorous clinical training that prepare them for the independent practice of anesthesia.”

As a result, CRNAs in the military are often forward deployed to battlefields and ships around the world and are trusted to care for any type of patient they may encounter. And they’re expected to provide that care in isolated environments with limited help and resources.

The need for nurse anesthetists in the military greatly expanded during World War I. Since then, nurse anesthetists have been the principal providers of anesthesia in combat areas of every war in which the United States has been involved, including the recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The tradition of the nurse anesthetist will continue here at USNH Sigonella and around the world. And that’s nothing to sleep on.

USNH Sigonella's Hours Changed in Observance of Presidents Day

by U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella

In observance of the Presidents Day, U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella's outpatient clinics will close at 4 p.m. on Feb. 13 and reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Feb. 18 for all routine appointments.

The Emergency Department will remain open at all times for urgent medical needs and can be reached at 624-3844.

The Pharmacy Department will be open Feb. 14-16 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. and closed on Feb. 17.

For all other questions, please contact U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella's information desk at 624-3842.

If you have any medical related questions after hours you can call U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella’s after hours phone watch. Our on-watch medical professionals can be reached at 335-578-8150, and are available when the medical home port is not open to answer questions and concerns regarding health issues. This is a good option before going to the Emergency Department, and is manned by medical providers.

USNH Sigonella to Begin Offering Alternative Options for Pain Alleviation

by HM3 JOSEPH CASTRO U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella

Military personnel and assigned beneficiaries stationed aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella have several options available to them in managing their chronic pain conditions. From acute back pain to severe migraine, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) and Acupuncture have risen to prominence recently as options rather than pain management through medication alone.

“It is the idea that you can treat disease through treating the musculoskeletal system alone,” explains Lt. Cmdr. Marcy Lake, one of three physicians at U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Sigonella who are qualified to administer OMT. The provider assesses the patient’s spine and its structure and treatment combines non-invasive, medication-free approaches like soft tissue therapy and muscle energy techniques. Deeper stretches are achieved through resisted movement and tissue adjustment from the outside, all of it directed at treating pain.

“We do very well in treating rib pain, hip pain, headaches and, most classically, back pain and neck pain,” Lake adds.

Lt. David Berlin, who spent 17 years in private practice as a Physician Assistant before joining the Navy, was trained by the military in auricular acupuncture prior to coming to Sigonella.

Auricular acupuncture is based on the theory that the sensation of pain can be altered through the simulation of different nerve points on the ear. Instead of medications, small needles are used to penetrate the skin of the ear to stimulate the brain. “[Auricular acupuncture] will be used to treat primarily chronic pain conditions, but it can also deal with acute pain,” said Berlin. “It has also been observed to help in smoking cessation and even drug addiction problems.”

While the Air Force is the first service to offer acupuncture in its Military Treatment Facilities, both full-body and auricular acupuncture are currently being promoted across the different branches of the military.

Appointments for both OMT and Auricular Acupuncture can be made through USHN Sigonella’s appointment line at 624-2273.

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ON THE GO WITH MWR

Upcoming Events With MWR For more information on any of these events, call DSN 624-4777 The Messlords are Coming - Friday, Feb. 14

Navy Entertainment and Armed Forces Entertainment are teaming up to bring The Messlords to Sigonella. The Messlords are made up of three Celebrity Chefs; Brian Duffy, Panini Pete and Celina Tio, who will be cooking up some of their signature plates at Ristorante Bella Etna Galley on Feb. 14. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., so come taste this special meal, while supplies last. Lunch is still only $4.65 and after you eat you can meet and greet with the chefs.

Free Bingo Shuttle Bus - Every Tuesday

Bingo has moved back at The Chart Room on NAS I, but for all of the Bingo players on NAS II and in Marinai; there is now a free Bingo shuttle bus every Tuesday night to bring you to and from the game. Feel free to enjoy an adult beverage while playing Bingo and don’t worry about having to drive home. Busses depart NAS II (Flightline Clinic) 5 p.m. and Marinai (Youth Center parking lot) 5:15 p.m. and return after jackpot round.

Base to Base Run / Walk Registration & Pizza Party - Wednesday, Feb. 12

Join MWR Fitness for the Base to Base Run/Walk Registration Pizza Party on Wednesday, Feb. 12th in the Chart Room on NAS I. The registration party starts at 4 p.m. and the Pizza will go on sale at 5 p.m. MWR Fitness will be offering a discounted race registration of $15.00 for this day only, instead of the regular price of $20! Come enjoy delicious pizza prepared by MWR’s own award winning pizza chef, Nino Zappala, as he cooks your pizza in an authentic wood-fired Pizza Oven. Pizzas are only $5.00 and there will be some fun giveaways! This event is open to the entire community, whether you’re planning to do the March 29 Base to Base Run/Walk, or not. So bring your friends and family.

Start Your Engines - Sunday, Feb. 23

NASCAR is back and Jox Pub is hosting a huge Daytona 500 Party on Feb. 23. Come watch the kick off to the 2014 NASCAR season with your friends and cheer on your favorite drivers. The party starts at 6 p.m. with free pizza, while supplies last and there will be many 56th Annual Daytona 500 door prizes given away throughout the race. We’ll watch the race on the large projection screen, as well as other televisions throughout the pub.

Midtown Movie Theaters Schedule & Descriptions

AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY ... R STARRING: Meryl Streep, Dermot Mulroney, Julia Roberts

Friday, Feb. 7 *Breakfast: Hot Oatmeal, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Cream of Potato Soup, Baked Fish, Rice Pilaf, Spaghetti Aglio Olio e Peperoncino, Seasoned Mix Vegetables, Summer Squash, Cake. *Speed Line: Grilled Hamburger/Cheeseburger, French Fried Potatoes, Baked Beans. *Dinner: French Onion Soup, Roast Beef, Spaghetti w/Fish & Tomato Cherry, Steamed Rice, Spinach, Cake.

Tuesday, Feb. 11 *Breakfast: Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancake, Biscuits and Gravy, Grilled Sausage Patties, Asstd Doughnuts, Bran Muffins. *Lunch: Cream of Broccoli, Corn Whole Kernel, Baked Chicken, Sauerbraten, Hash Brown Potatoes, Mixed Vegetable, Cake. *Speed line: Pasta Chef. *Dinner: Navy Bean Soup, Pasta Chef, Fishwich, Steamed Rice, Chicken Gravy, Cauliflower, Cake.

Saturday, Feb. 8 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Browned Potatoes, Pancakes. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Beef Rice Soup, Swedish meat balls, Brown Gravy, Carrots, Cookies. *Dinner: Pepper Pot Soup, Fish Sandwich, Asstd Pizza, French Fried Potatoes, Peas w/ Celery, Cookies.

Wednesday, Feb. 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Ground Beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast,. *Lunch: Puree Mongole Soup, Pasta al Forno, Baked Fish, Brown Gravy, Steamed Rice, Spinach, Peas w/Carrots, Vanilla Cookies. *Speed line: Grilled Hamburger/Cheeseburger, French Fries, Baked Beans. *Dinner: Beef Rice Soup, B.B.Q. Chicken, Rigatoni alla Norma, Steamed Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Vanilla Cookies.

Sunday, Feb. 9 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Italian Croissant. *Brunch: Breakfast items, Chicken Rice Soup, Baked Chicken, Carrots, White Cake w/ Frosting. *Dinner: Minestrone Soup, Spaghetti W/Meat Sauce, Chicken Nuggets, Paprika Buttered Potatoes, Pork Fried Rice, Whole kernel Corn, White Cake w/ Frosting.

Thursday, Feb. 13 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Corned Beef Hash, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts. *Lunch: Velvet Corn Soup, Yankee Pot Roast, Lasagna, Oven Brown Potatoes, Squash, Broccoli, Easy Chocolate Cake. *Speed line: Chicken patties Sandwich. *Dinner: Cream of Asparagus Soup, Pork Adobo, Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce, Lyonnaise Rice, Carrots.

Saturday, Feb. 8

Monday, Feb. 10 *Breakfast: Hot Grits, Minced Beef on Toast, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Creole Soup, Penne Amatriciana, Meat Loaf, Steamed Rice, Savory Style Beans, Cauliflower, Crisp Drop Cookies. *Speed line: Asstd Pizza *Dinner: Tomato Bouillon Soup, Baked Breaded Pork Chops, Chicken Tetrazzini, Steamed Rice, Brown Gravy, Green Beans, Cookies.

Friday, Feb. 14 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancake, Asstd Doughnuts. *Lunch: New England Clam Chowder, Lemon Baked Fish, Grilled Pork Chops w/ Mushroom Gravy, Steamed Rice, Garlic Roasted Potatoes, Cauliflower, Carrots, Cheese Cake.

Speed line: Grilled Hamburger/Cheeseburger, French Fries, Baked Beans. *Dinner: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Chicken Parmesan, Baked Tuna Noodles, Fried Rice, Spinach, Oriental Stir Fry, Cheesecake.

Sunday, Feb. 9

Strong-willed women of the Weston family have travelled different paths until a family crisis brings them back to their Oklahoma roots. (121 m.)

Wednesday, Feb. 12 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM

Friday, Feb. 7 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM

2:00 PM 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM

The LEGO Movie 3D Paranormal Activity 5 Lone Survivor Legend of Hercules 3D The LEGO Movie 3D The Nut Job August: Osage County Grudge Match The Monuments Men Secret Life of Walter M. The LEGO Movie Legend of Hercules 3D The Monuments Men 47 Ronin 3D

Tuesday, Feb. 11

As a reminder, all dependents are always welcome at the galley!

Please provide any negative or positive feedback. There is a suggestions box near the entrance to the galley, next to the serving line.

5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM

Saving Mr. Banks American Survivor Anchorman 2 Jack Ryan

PG R R PG-13 PG PG R PG-13 PG-13 PG PG PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 R PG-13 R

The Lego Movie 3D The Nut Job Secret Life of Walter M. The Monuments Men

Thursday, Feb. 13 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM

The Monuments Men August: Osage County Legend of Hercules 3D Grudge Match

Friday, Feb. 14 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM

Ride Along Secret Life of Walter M. Robocop Lone Survivor

Saturday, Feb. 15 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM

The Lego Movie 3D The Nut Job Ride Along Robocop The Monuments Men

Sunday, Feb. 16 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM

PG PG PG PG-13 PG-13 R PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG PG-13 R PG PG PG-13 PG-13 PG-13

Secret Life of Walter M. PG The Lego Movie PG Legend of Hercules 3D PG-13 Walking W/Dinosaurs PG 47 Ronin 3D PG-13

Movie Premiere

Free Movie

Same Day Release

Last Show

THE LEGEND OF HERCULES 2D & 3D ... PG-13 STARRING: Kellan Lutz, Gaia Weiss, Scott Adkins Betrayed by his stepfather, the King, and exiled and sold into slavery because of a forbidden love, Hercules must use his formidable powers to fight his way back to his rightful kingdom. (99 m.)

THE LEGO MOVIE 2D &3D ... PG STARRING: Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett An ordinary LEGO minifigure, mistakenly thought to be the Master Builder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil LEGO tyrant from gluing the universe together. (100 m.)

THE MONUMENTS MEN ... PG-13 STARRING: George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon An unlikely World War II platoon are tasked to rescue art masterpieces from Nazi thieves and return them to their owners. (118 m.)

RIDE ALONG ... PG-13 STARRING: Ice Cube, Kevin Hart, Tika Sumpter Fast-talking security guard Ben joins his cop brother-in-law James on a 24hour patrol of Atlanta in order to prove himself worthy of marrying Angela, James' sister. (100 m.)

ROBOCOP ... PG-13 STARRING: Joel Kinnaman, Douglas Urbanski, Abbie Cornish In 2028 Detroit, when Alex Murphy (Joel Kinnaman) – a loving husband, father and good cop – is critically injured in the line of duty, the multinational conglomerate OmniCorp sees their chance for a part-man, part-robot police officer. (118 m.)

Movie schedule is subject to change.

Please call to confirm.

Movie Hotline: 624-4248

APPLIED SCIENCE ARTS BIOGRAPHY BOOKS BORROW BRANCH CATALOG CHAIRS CHECKOUT COMPUTERS DICTIONARY DUE DATE ENCYCLOPEDIA FICTION FINES GEOGRAPHY HARDCOVER HISTORY INFORMATION INTERNET LANGUAGES LIBRARIAN LIBRARY CARD LITERATURE

MAGAZINES MATHEMATICS MOVIES MUSIC NEWSPAPERS NOVELS OVERDUE PAPERBACK PERIODICALS PHILOSOPHY PHOTOCOPIER PSYCHOLOGY QUIET READ RECREATION RELIGION RENEW RESEARCH RESERVE SHELVES SOCIAL SCIENCES TABLES TECHNOLOGY

Find and circle all of the words that are hidden in the grid.

The remaining letters spell a secret message.

A Henry Ward Beecher quotation.

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AUTOMOBILES 1972 Fiat 500L with a 650cc engine, original 500cc engine included along with other spare parts. 4,300 Euro, Call 346-6082330. Ask for Joe. 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider, 1600cc.

30,000 km. Red with black interior.

Original condition. Registered with the ASI (Automotoclub Storico Italiano) and has been issued with a certificate of its historical value.

12,000 euro, or OBO. Contact Mr. S.E. Mazza at 0942-24826. (Must travel to Taormina to see car.)

FEBRUARY 7, 2014 All classified ads are free to the community for advertising personal property for sale, trade or giveaway. Ads must be sent to thesig@eu.navy.mil no later than 5 p.m. of the Friday before the week of publication and must include POC name and phone number. For more information, call 624-5440, 624-2798 or 095-86-5440/2798 or stampagenerale@tin.it.

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Naval Academy Summer Seminar Program Seeks Student Applicants

SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIM ADVOCATE HOTLINES: Sigonella SAPR VA Hotline: 335-642-8312.

DoD Safe Helpline: 001-877-995-5247

(From cell phones and off-base telephones)

Or: 19020 (toll-free access code) 1-877-995-5247 (From DSN lines)

PAID AD Adopt while stationed overseas International & fostercare adoptions, homestudies. www.adopt-abroad.com

by CAPT. LINDA J. BELTRA & LT. TENG K. OOI

The appearance of advertising in this newspaper, including inserts of supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, the Navy (or Marine Corps), (name of command) or (name of publisher) of the products and services advertised. “Everything advertised in this newspaper shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. Published by Stampa, a private firm in no way connected with DoD, the U.S. Navy (or Marine Corps), under exclusive contract with the U.S. Navy (or Marine Corps).

NOTE: Ads run for two weeks on a space available basis and must be sponsored by active duty military members, family members or Italian/ American base employees. AFTS/AFN decoders must be sold only to another authorized individual: active duty or retired U.S. military, DoD direct-hire employees or their spouse.

Ads that profit a business or individual, such as housekeeping or baby-sitting services considered commercial ads. Commercial ads are not accepted.

Requests for commercial ads must be made to Stampa Generale: 081-568-7884 or stampagenerale@tin.it

The United States Naval Academy’s 2014 Summer Seminar Program invites a select group of young men and women to attend the Naval Academy Summer Seminar (NASS). This fast-paced, six-day experience is designed to introduce the Naval Academy to rising high school seniors.

At the core of the NASS is the academic program involving 90-minute workshops designed to promote problem-solving skills using critical thinking, optimiza-

tion, innovation, creativity, and team work. Students choose eight workshops from a wide range of subjects to include: Information Technology, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace Flight Testing, Systems Engineering, Microcomputer Design, Ethics and Character Development, Oceanography, Mathematics, History, Meteorology, Literature, Chemistry, Political Science, Language Studies, Martial Arts, and Economics. Students partici-

pate in project-based modules applying hands-on, real-world approaches to solving design and analysis problems utilizing the Naval Academy’s world-class laboratory facilities. These facilities provide a unique learning environment outside the traditional classroom.

The NASS teaches prospective applicants about the life of midshipmen at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training are key elements in developing our nation's leaders. Students live in the dormitory, eat in the dining hall and participate in academic and leadership workshops. They also participate in daily physical training including group runs and conditioning exercises. Seamanship and navigation classes culminate in a cruise aboard a Navy Yard Patrol Craft. The program helps educate, motivate and prepare selected students who are considering application for appointment to the Naval Academy.

If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to the Naval Academy and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's 2014 Summer Seminar.

Applications open Jan. 16, 2014 at www.usna.edu/admissions/nass. Session dates include May 31 - June 5, June 7 - 12 and June 14 - 19.

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