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10 Training in Italy: Juliet Drop Zone 4 Building gender equality 6 in African military forces Attack Company Soldiers help 8 Alpini maintain historic road Sky Soldiers jump with 10 Danes, Lithuanians Greenlee takes command 12 of 405th AFSBn-Italy MWR events and outings 14 Out & About 16 Community News Briefs 20 Religious activities 24
On the cover Sky Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, wait to board a C-130 aircraft in Rukla, Lithuania, June 17 for a final airborne operation alongside Lithuanian and Danish paratroopers as their participation in Exercise Sabre Strike 2014 drew to a close. See page 10 for the story. Photo by 2nd Lt. Leanna Litsch
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Freedom 6: Fourth of July By Lt. Gen. Donald M. Campbell Jr. Commander, U.S. Army Europe USAREUR Team, This Independence Day we celebrate our nation’s 238th birthday. For the men and women who serve our great country, whether as Soldiers, civilians or family members, this day reminds us that defending our nation is a pursuit that requires persistent and disciplined commitment each and every day. It is more than just the birthday of our nation, it is a day we celebrate freedom. This Fourth of July, as we reflect on the many things happening in our Army, our country and around the world, I ask all of our great Soldiers, civilians and families to stick together as members of our USAREUR team by looking out and caring for one another every day. It is important to recognize that during the summer months, our military communities experience increased stressors associated with transitions, relationships
and finances. Leaders must know and engage their Soldiers, and we must create climates of trust wherein members of our command feel safe and comfortable getting the help they need. I challenge leaders at every level to heighten your awareness about risk factors, warning signs and available resources, especially during these summer months of increased risk. Get to know those under your charge. Show them that you genuinely care by increasing access to available resources to help in their time of need. There is no substitute for engaged leadership. As you enjoy the summer months, celebrate our nation’s birthday and the freedom that we and those before us have sacrificed so much to protect, please stay safe and act responsibly. Thank you for your dedication and selfless service to our Army and our country. May God bless you and may God bless America.
Speak Out What does Independence Day mean to you?
Pvt. Nestor Monreal 173rd Airborne Brigade “It means our independence and that we, as a country, don’t need to depend on anybody else.”
Strong Soldiers, Strong Teams! Freedom 6 Kristan Wilson
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July 3, 2014, Vol. 47, Issue 26 U.S. Army Africa Commander Maj. Gen. Darryl A. Williams
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“Freedom to all in the United States. A day to celebrate what the U.S. stands for.”
USAG Vicenza Commander and Publisher Col. Robert L. Menist Jr. USAG Vicenza Public Affairs Officer Grant Sattler Editor Staff writers David Ruderman Anna Ciccotti Julie Lucas Photojournalist Anna Terracino Laura Kreider Social media manager Vacant
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Training in Italy
Juliet Drop Zone Paratroopers with 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, conduct an airborne operation June 20 alongside NATO allies from the Slovenian Armed Forces at the Juliet Drop Zone in Pordenone. The jump was conducted from a 12th Combat Aviation Brigade CH-47 Chinook helicopter.
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Breaking down gender barriers in Africa Story and photos by Julie M. Lucas USAG Vicenza PAO WINDHOEK, Namibia – Representatives of seven African countries, including Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Senegal, Sierra Leon and Zambia, gathered for the first time ever on the continent to share ideas and best practices during the Regional Gender Mainstreaming Seminar held here June 23-27. “The clock is ticking in the area of gender mainstreaming,” said the Honorable Nahas Angula, the Namibian Minister of Defence. “A people united for a common goal shall be victorious.” U.S. Army Africa deputy commander, Brig. Gen. Peter Corey said, “This seminar is directly related to global efforts to educate, promote and support gender awareness.” Speakers from the United Nations, the African Union and academics from Woodrow Wilson Center Africa Program sparked insightful and thought-provoking discussion among the participants. The Namibian Defence Force and USARAF, with financial support from U.S. Africa Command, planned the week-long event to address gender streaming challenges and build upon integration efforts held previously in Botswana and Namibia. According to Sgt. Maj. Carolina Johnson, USARAF equal opportunity advisor, “Many of the attendees are key leaders with decision-making authority.” One reoccurring theme throughout the week was that women should be involved in the gender mainstreaming decision-making processes. USARAF G-1, Col. Sara Simmons, said that while
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each country attending the seminar is different, they share common issues in dealing with gender. “Senegal has used a multi-disciplinary approach or platform including males and females in the decision-making process,” Simmons said. “Their holistic approach provides a comprehensive roadmap to achieve equality and equity, and to remove discrimination.” While some countries have had a large percentage of women join the defense sector in the past few decades, including a 25 percent increase in defense related jobs for females in Namibia, other countries are working to bridge the gap. Only one percent of the Botswana military forces are female, but they only began allowing women into their forces seven years ago.
The women are ready now “Our society is not ready for females in the military, but our applicants are,” said Botswanian Lt. Col. Jenasmiso Mountain. “We are very protective of our women and people do not want to send them to war.” Currently all the women in the Botswana military have degrees and are able to fill any job that becomes available. When the Malawi military started to allow females in its ranks, 17-year-old Linda Chikondi sneaked away from home to join. Now, 15 years later, Chikondi is a Warrant Officer 1, the
highest ranking noncommissioned officer female in the Malawi military. “In my country, to get promoted is based on a test and you will often pass over people who are older than you, but they know that you deserve your rank and respect,” Chikondi said. Col. Linda Sheimo, U.S. Army G-1 Chief of Command Policy Division, gave a brief, which participants called beautiful and inspiring, about the Soldier 2020 program that aims to open all jobs in the U.S. Army to females. “I didn’t have someone who looks like me to mentor me. They may have had a different skin color or a different gender, but I’m here because men believed I had the ability,” Sheimo said. USARAF participants screened videos from previous Sexual Harrassment/ Assault Response Prevention training. This opened a dialogue among participants on what steps would their country’s policies dictate for them to take in response to reporting incidents. Information was given out by the Namibian legal assistance on domestic violence. Maj. Kemou Sellu, a member of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, who is currently serving in Somalia, spoke on sexual exploitation and abuse. “Our aim is to break the silence of SEA,” Sellu said. The issue of gender equality is especially important to
angwa said. “Everyone should work in an environment where you feel you can bring the best to the table.” Muyangwa told the audience that African women have more power than they recognize and also mentioned that men play an important role as well. Namibian gender expert Michael Conteh noted that while men and women have different roles, they also have different needs. “Let’s give life to policy commitments and end all the rhetoric and put action behind words.” Senegalese Deputy Chief of Staff Col. Birame Diop stressed that gender is not a women’s or a men’s issue, but a human issue. He credited partnering with AFRICOM and the African Center for Strategic Studies for successes in his country. “I have been working with the United States for more than 20 years and I have a strong belief that it is the partnership that has helped our military improve,” Diop said. “I trust the U.S. U.S. Army Africa deputy commander, Brig. Gen. Peter Corey (center), listens to a because they are sincere in helping speaker during opening ceremony at the Regional Gender Mainstreaming Seminary my country. We all have a lot to learn.” AFRICOM gender activities expert June 24 in Windhoek, Namibia. Heather Bush said that for her, the AfSellu. “I have a vested interest in genthe Woodrow Wilson Center, said as a rican Union’s partnership at the event der issues because I have four daughyoung girl in Zambia she dreamed of is opening doors for collaboration ters.” becoming a policeman, because she between the U.S. and Africa. Discussion touched on the need for had only seen men in uniform. “I was impressed at the command gender mainstreaming education in “I also dreamed of becoming an presence and interest in this topic. primary schools. Dr. Monde Muyangastronaut, but that was before I found Everyone is very serious about these wa, director of the African Program at out we had no space program,” Muyreal issues,” said Bush.
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Sky Soldiers join Alpini in annual clean-up
Below: Sky Soldiers carry their picks and shovels along the Strada delle Gallerie while helping the Vicenza Alpini in the annual clean-up of the historic trail. Bottom: The Attack Soldiers on the trail. Opposite: Retired Alpini Colonello Liberale Tonus shakes hands with the Sky Soldiers at the traditional lunch after the clean-up. Story and photos by Anna Ciccotti USAG Vicenza PAO
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ight Soldiers from Attack Company, 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade (Airborne), based on Caserma Ederle, joined with members of the Vicenza Alpini Group June 28 for the annual clean-up day of the 52 tunnels road (Strada delle Gallerie) leading to the peak of Mount Pasubio. The Sky Soldiers met at the Vicenza Alpini headquarters at 6 a.m. to make the hour and a half drive to Bocchetta Campiglia, where they linked up with approximately 100 Alpini. The mission: to clear large rocks and improve the appearance of the military mule road built in record time by the Italian Army between February and November 1917. Not even heavy rain could dampen the fervor of the participants, who worked in teams along assigned sections of the road with its famous interconnected tunnels, once used to quickly and safely move troops and supplies up and down the mountain to the Italian front, out of sight and protected from the artillery fire of Austrian and Hungarian enemy forces. For 25 years the Alpini have been in charge of refurbishing the historic Pasubio area, and there is pride in rendering the community service, which is greatly appreciated by the local population as well as tourists. “As one of the promoters of the collaboration with the American base from Vicenza, I think it is very important to work together, as their engagement helps strengthen the ties between our two communities,” said Luciano Cherobin, president of the Vicenza Alpini group. “The presence of the American Soldiers here today confirms that we share the same values. Serving the community together is also a way to honor the memory of the thousands of fallen soldiers from all over the world who paid the ultimate sacrifice fighting for freedom up on our
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mountains,” Cherobin said. The road, considered a masterpiece of military engineering for its time and now converted to a hiking trail, is a hit with trekkers who admire its stunning views, sheer cliff drops and mountain tunnels. “I was really touched by the tangible enthusiasm and the cheerfulness of these young American Soldiers who seemed genuinely eager to work shoulder to shoulder with us,” said Arcangelo Murzio, council member of the Vicenza Alpini. “I also saw their interest toward the history of the places and a deep admiration for the beauty of our mountains,” Murzio said.
First exposure to Alpini For several American Soldiers it was their first exposure to the Northern Italy mountain battlefields of World War I, which played a significant role in defining the identity of the Alpini, the elite mountain warfare military corps of the Italian Army, and establishing its renowned worldwide reputation. “I enjoyed helping out the community along with the Alpini, cleaning up the tunnels,” said Pvt. 2 Sergio Delgado. “It was an honor to be a part of such an event.” “It was a great opportunity to work alongside the Alpini and also learning about all the history that took place there,” echoed fellow Attack Company Soldier, Pfc. Dustin Glowacki. The other Sky Soldiers taking part in the annual refurbishing of the historical trail were Staff Sgt. Michael Jaramillo, Pvt. 2 Ridge Brittingham, Pfc. Edwin Jackson, Pvt. 2 Colby Hack, Pfc. John Quiett and Pvt. 1 Michael White. After clearing the roads of debris, the Sky Soldiers enjoyed the camaraderie of their Alpini hosts and shared stories and laughter during a traditional luncheon consisting of Asiago cheese and soppressa salami appetizers served with ragù pasta prepared on site in a field kitchen. “I am grateful to the American Soldiers for being with us. We have accepted them as peers and this is a privilege Alpini do not bestow lightly,” said Murzio. July 3, 2014
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Sky Soldiers jump with Danes, Lithuanians Story and photos by 2nd Lt. Leanna Litsch 145th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment RUKLA, Lithuania - U.S. paratroopers from the 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, made their final airborne jump in Lithuania June 17 before returning to their home station in Vicenza. Joining the Sky Soldiers of the 173rd Airborne were members of the 2nd Danish Brigade, also making their final jump while in Lithuania for Exercise Saber Strike 2014, a NATO training exercise taking place throughout the Baltic region and involving some 4,500 personnel from more than 10 countries.
Third time’s a charm Two initial attempts to jump were cancelled due to poor weather conditions, but persistence paid off and in the end 64 U.S., Lithuanian and Danish parachutists were cleared to jump at 10:30 p.m. It was the last of three airborne jumps that paratroopers from 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, made during their time in Lithuania, where they arrived in April and worked daily alongside NATO allies in the Lithuanian Iron Wolf Mechanized Infantry Brigade. Following the jump, Danish paratroopers were awarded both American and Lithuanian jump wings. When they return to Vicenza, the 1st503rd will be replaced by Sky Soldiers from Troop A, 1st Squadron, 91st Cavalry Regiment. Approximately 600 paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne are in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland as part of an unscheduled land-forces exercise to demonstrate commitment to NATO obligations and sustain interoperability with allied forces.
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Above: Paratroopers with the 2nd Danish Brigade and the 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, discuss the jump after an airborne exercise near Rukla, Lithuania, June 17. Left: A U.S. paratrooper helps a Danish colleague prepare for the jump. Top left: Paratroopers exit a C-130 aircraft to mark the conclusion of their participation in Exercise Sabre Strike.
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Greenlee assumes command of 405th AFSB-Italy Story and photo by Chiara Mattirolo Darby Military Community PAO
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t. Col. Joseph Greenlee assumed command of the 405th Army Field Support BattalionItaly June 27 in a ceremony at Livorno Depot Warehouse No. 8. The Camp Darby community gathered for the ceremony to welcome Greenlee and say their goodbyes to the outgoing commander, Lt. Col. Mark Gray, in a change of command presided over by Col. Christopher Roscoe, commander of the 405th Army Field Support Brigade. “This ceremony is really much more than a change of command,” Roscoe said. “It is also a renewal and celebration of the enduring partnership which links together the Italian community at Livorno and the United States Army.” Roscoe said such events help the two communities strengthen mutual respect in each other and are a reminder to both of the common commitments they share to freedom and peace. Greenlee comes to 405th AFSB-Italy from an Lt. Col Joseph Greenlee (left), incoming commander, 405th Army Field Support assignment as the assistant executive officer Battalion-Italy, passes the unit colors to Master Sgt. Tadly Peterson during a change of command ceremony at the Livorno Army Depot June 27. at the Army G-8 in Virginia. “Eight years ago my wife Rachel and I came here to Italy to celebrate our marriage,” said Greenlee. “Now, as a proud new father, I live in one of the most beautiful places in the world and command an amazing team of Italians and Americans.”
AMC face to the field in Italy “We are the U.S. Army Materiel Command’s face to the field in Italy. We are a professional team prepared to give the shirts off our backs and boots off our feet to support the efforts in making the world a more secure and safe place,” said Greenlee. “We will never say ‘no’ as long as we have one piece of equipment to give or one piece of aid to provide.” As a token of appreciation and support, Soldiers presented a bouquet of flowers to Katie Gray and daughter Ellory, and a Livorno Soccer shirt to son Aiden. Gray’s next assignment will bring him and his family to the 21st Theater Sustainment Command in Kaiserslautern, Germany. Soldiers also presented a bouquet of flowers to Greenlee’s wife Rachel to welcome her and their son Will and to thank for her upcoming support to her husband during Soldiers of the Brigata Folgore provide musical accompaniment at the ceremony his command in Livorno. June 27 at the Livorno Depot.
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Speak Out What does Independence Day mean to you?
Maj. Samuel Cabrera Chaplain
“Freedom and pride to be an American.”
Sgt. Maj. Daisy Jackson 839th Transportation Battalion
“Freedom and family.”
Photos by Chiara Mattirolo
Not for the faint of heart Fred Wittmer 405th Army Field Support Battalion Italy
“The ability to make great choices.”
Three generations of German high wire artists, the Geschwister Weisheit, wow the crowd during a performance June 27 at Camp Darby. More than 250 members and guests of the Darby Military Community gathered for the Armed Forces Entertainment Show at the Carnival Field. The 17-member, multigenerational troupe performed feats of derring-do. “It was really scary. I could hardly look,” said 12-year-old Lorenzo Berti. July 3, 2014
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Ancient Cimbrian Festival
woodland creatures. Local participants will wear their traditional Cimbrian costumes. July 5: 3 p.m., representatives of the six towns in Cimbrian custom depart from Camporovere Church accompanied by the Cesuna Band; 3:30 p.m., La Campanela competition starts; 6 p.m., award ceremony; 9 p.m., food booths featuring Cimbrian specialties and folk music performances July 13: in Camporovere, 7 p.m., food booths; 9 p.m., live Celtic hip-hop music July 17: 9 p.m. in Treschè Conca, Fontana degli Elfi, live traditional Irish music July 19: in Cesuna, 2 p.m., stone engraving workshops for children; 5:30 p.m., demonstration of traditional cheese making; 9 p.m. magic show July 20: in Roana, antique trades exhibit and demonstration; 9 p.m., folk music and dances.
Festa della Bruschetta Bruschetta Festival Through July 8 in Arcugnano, about 5 miles south of Vicenza. Food booths featuring typical bruschette (toasted bread seasoned with garlic, olive oil, etc.), bigoli, gnocchi and local specialties open at 7 p.m.; crafts exhibit and charity raffle.
Sballando ballando urbana sotto le stelle Dancing under the stars
Hoga Zait
July 9, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., in Bassano del Grappa, about 22 miles northeast of Vicenza. Salsa, swing, hip-hop and tango throughout downtown Bassano; complimentary visits to the Torre Civica and Palazzo Sturm.
Incontriamoci in Villa Let’s Meet at the Villa
July 12-27, in Caldogno, Villa Caldogno, Via Giacomo Zanella, about 6 miles northwest of Vicenza. In case of inclement weather, events will take place under the park’s arched portico. Festa della Tagliata July 12: grand opening with Cos’è per te la libertà? Sliced Steak Festival (What Does Freedom Mean to You?) dance show at 6:30 July 4-9 in Sarmego, Grumolo delle Abbadesse, Piazp.m., 7:15 p.m. and 8 p.m.; free entry; reserve seats by zale della Chiesa, about 10 miles southeast of Vicenza. July 11 via email to prolococaldogno@gmail.com ; 9:30 Food booths featuring the local Sorana sliced steak, p.m., Tintarella di Luna (Moon Tan hike), 5-kilometer bruschette, beer and non-alcoholic drinks open at 7 p.m.; carnival rides; live music and dancing nightly at 9 night walk, departing from and returning to the villa; sign up at 8 p.m.; the €4 fee includes a spaghetti meal p.m.; fireworks, July 9 at 11 p.m. after the walk; in case of inclement weather, the walk Hoga Zait will be postponed to July 13 Cimbrian Festival July 18: 8:45 p.m., Il Regno di Oz (The Wizard of Oz) perJuly 5, July 12-13, July 17 and July 19-20, in Roana, formed by local theater company La Giostra; entry is €5 Camporovere and Cesuna, about 40 miles north of ViJuly 19: 8:30 p.m., Giardino Imperiale, live music with cenza. Hoga Zait is the Cimbrian language equivalent of Sismica New Dj Band; free “time to celebrate.” The inhabitants of many mountain July 20: 4:30-10:30 p.m., Giornata Bimbi, water games towns of the province claim to be descendents of the and entertainment for children; disco baby; 9 p.m., ancient Cimbrians, a people of Scandinavian origin. The Giraffe matte, crazy giraffe show; free language is no longer spoken, but is still reflected in the nicknames of many local families and old traditions Listings by Anna Terracino together with ancient legends of gnomes, fairies and
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Gustav Klimt exhibit in Milan Klimt: Alle origini di un mito Klimt: The Origins of a Myth This might be a good time to make that trip to Milan. In addition to the city’s multiple permanent attractions - the Duomo, Leonardo’s Last Supper, the urbane ambiance and fashion emporia - visitors can view an outstanding exhibit of paintings by the eclectic Austrian Symbolist master, Gustav Klimt. More than 100 works by Klimt, many of them on public display for the first time ever, will be showing through July 13 at the Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12. Hours are Monday 2:307:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Thursday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tickets at the palazzo are €11 for adults, €9.50 for up-to-17 and over 65; or in advance at the link above, €13 or July 25: 8:45 p.m., Verdi in Rosso, pantomime to music by Giuseppe Verdi; €5 July 26: 7:30-9 p.m., special U.S.A. Barbeque and country music night organized by the City of Caldogno; American cars and Harley-Davidson motorcycle display; reserve seats for the American dinner (€15) by July 22 via email to prolococaldogno@gmail.com ; free and open to the public after 9 p.m. July 27: 9 p.m., Omaggio a Giuseppe Verdi, La Traviata Aida. Live classical music with more than 80 musicians and the Arsamanda and La Rocca Choirs; tickets are €10, €8 for those over 65.
Giugno Camisanese June in Camisano Through July 12, 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., in Camisano, Piazza Libertà, about 10 miles east of Vicenza. Food, music, special events and World Cup soccer on a giant screen.
Brudstock 2014: Three days of peace, love and music This weekend, July 4-6, 9 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., in Vigonovo di Fontanafredda, Pordenone, Le Orzaie, Via Oberdan 78, about 90 miles northeast of Vicenza. A free, three-day Italian rock festival extravaganza with an emphasis on the music of the’60s and’70s. Vintage cars and motorcycles can be parked inside the festival area. Radio Birikina will run a cover band competition featuring Italian and other bands; winner to be selected July 6; ‘60s and ‘70s gadgets exhibit and sale; free entrance.
July 4: The Rain, featuring Ian Paice of Deep Purple; Pink Size, Pink Floyd tribute band; and Big Guns, Rory Gallagher tribute band July 5: Jimi Barbiani Band, Gianni Massarutto and Hundred Seventy Split, featuring Leo Lyons and Joe Gooch of Ten Years After, and J.C. Cinel July 6: Arianna Antinori, sings Janis Joplin; Battle of the Cover Bands.
7th Venezia Jazz Festival Through July 27, at various venues in Venice. Get tickets online at http://www.venetojazz.com/en/biglietti/ July 8, 8 p.m., Keith Jarrett, Gran Teatro La Fenice July 20, 7:30 p.m., Jatzt!Trio, Campo Bella Vienna, Rialto; 8 p.m., Burt Bacharach Ensemble, Gran Teatro La Fenice July 21, 7:30 p.m., Venice Conservatory Big Band Campo Bella Vienna, Rialto July 22, 7:30 p.m., Venice Conservatory Ensemble Jazz, Campo Bella Vienna, Rialto July 23, 7:30 p.m., Big Band Steffani, Campo Bella Vienna, Rialto; 9:30 p.m. Amy London Trio, Palazzo Contarini July 24, 9:30 p.m., Juan Lorenzo - Paco de Lucia Tribute, Teatrino Grassi July 27, 8 p.m., Cassandra Wilson, Gran Teatro La Fenice
Summer Village 2014 Through Aug. 8, daily at 6 p.m., holidays and holiday eves at 3 p.m.; in Mestre, San Giuliano Park, about 41 miles east of Vicenza. More than 1,000 shows; plus, Italian World Cup games on a giant screen; free. Related concerts (and entry): July 23: Elito Revè and Maykel Fonts (€5) July 25: Max Paiella (€10) Aug. 8: Stefano Bollani (€20)
Andy Warhol - The World fascinates me Through Sept. 7 in Jesolo, Carlo Pecorelli Expo Center, Piazza Drago, about 75 miles east of Vicenza. Open daily, 10 a.m. to noon and 6 p.m. to midnight, the exhibit explores the life and work of the inventor of pop art through 30 works from major international collections. Entry is €5.
Area antique markets this weekend Thiene: July 5, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Piazza Chilesotti Marostica: July 6, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Piazza Castello Noventa Vicentina: July 6, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., in Piazza IV Novembre
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Tuscany Melodia del Vino – Festa Internazionale di musica classica Wine Melody – International Classic Music Festival Through July 4; this fourth annual performance combines the natural beauty of Tuscany, wine tasting and great musicians. Enjoy the historical and artistic heritage of Tuscany alongside its rich history of food and wine, travelling between castles and country estates. For detailed information in English and tickets, go to http://www.melodiadelvino.it/en/festival/
Sagra della Bistecca Steak Festival July 4-14 in Olmo (Arezzo). Food booths feature renowned Florentine steak, local red wines, pizza and local specialties; beach volley tournament, folk dance shows, live music and dancing nightly at 9 p.m.
Sagra della Brioche con gelato artigianale Brioche with Ice Cream Festival July 4-14 in San Pancrazio (Florence). Food booths feature brioche filled with homemade ice cream, local specialties, Chianti wine, live music and dancing starting at 9:30 p.m.
XVI Festa Sagra della Paella e Sangria 16th Paella and Sangria Fair July 4-6 and July 11-13 in Buti (Pisa), Villa dei Limon, Via Rio Magno 63. Food booths feature paella, sangria and specialties such as tripe, grilled meat and fish; live music and dancing at 9 p.m.
Notte Bianca del Vino Wine Night July 5 in Terricciola (Pisa). An evening dedicated to good wine and delicious food downtown Terricciola; includes a guided tour of archeological sites and a tasting of wine produced in the Etruscan way.
XVI Festa Medievale 16th Medieval Festival July 5-6, 6 p.m. to midnight, in Fosdinovo (Massa Carrara), Malaspina Castle. Historical parades and re-enactments, falconers, flag-throwers, jesters, fire-eaters and musicians; stands feature Tuscan specialties and crafts.
Sagra della Cozza Mussel Festival Through July 6, 7:30 p.m., in Livorno, Via San Jacopo Acquaviva 86. Food booths feature mussel dishes and local specialties; entertainment and music.
Sagra del Papero e del Cinghiale Duck and Wild Boar Fair Through July 20, 7:30-10:30 p.m. (closed on Mondays), in Cerreto Guidi (Florence). Food booths feature local specialties and wine; Italian World Cup games on a giant screen.
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XVI Festa Medievale in Fosdinovo Festa dei Pici e dei Lumacci Pici and Snails Fair Through July 6, 6-11 p.m., in Piancastagnaio (Siena), Via XX Settembre and Via Asilo Barzelotti. Food booths feature pici, a thick, hand-rolled pasta, similar to a fat spaghetti, usually made from just flour and water; snails and many local specialties; 10 p.m., live music in Via dei Fabbri; July 6, karaoke at 7:30 p.m.
Lucca Summer Festival Through July 26 in Lucca, Piazza Napoleone, 9:30-11:30 p.m. Highlights include: July 10, The Prodigy; July 20, Stevie Wonder; July 24, Backstreet Boys. Get the complete schedule and tickets online at http://www.summer-festival.com/site/tickets
Pistoia Blues 2014 Concerts take place in Piazza Duomo unless otherwise noted. Click link above for tickets. July 10: Mark Lanegan at the Manzoni Theater; July 11: Robert Plant and the Sensational Space Shifters + North Mississippi Allstars; July 13: Morcheeba; July 14: Jack Johnson + Bombino; July 15: The Lumineers; July 16: Suzanne Vega; July 17: Arctic Monkey
Antique markets this weekend Carmignano ( Prato): July 6, 9:30 a.m. to 7p.m., Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II and Piazza Matteotti. Cascina (Pisa): July 6, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Corso Matteotti Orbetello (Grosseto): July 5-6, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Corso Italia
Pietrasanta (Lucca): July 6, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Piazza Duomo, about 50 vendors San Miniato (Pisa): July 6, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Piazza del Popolo San Giuliano Terme (Pisa): July 6, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Piazza Shelley and Piazza Italia.
Concerts John Fogerty - July 7 in Milan; July 9 in Trieste Keith Jarrett solo - July 8 in Venice Prodigy - July 10 in Lucca Robert Plant and North Mississippi Allstars - July 14 in Piazzola Sul Brenta (Padova) James Blunt - July 15 in Piazzola Sul Brenta The Lumineers - July 16 in Rome Jethro Tull - July 19 in Brescia Stevie Wonder - July 20 in Lucca Neil Young and Crazy Horse - July 21 in Barolo (Cuneo) Backstreet Boys - July 23 in Lucca Steve Hackett - July 26 in Villafranca (Verona) Simple Minds - July 28 in Ferrara Gloria Gaynor - Sept. 9 in Milan Anastacia - Oct. 27 in Milan, Oct. 30 in Rome and Nov. 1 in Padova Lady Gaga - Nov. 4 in Assago (Milan) Michael BublĂŠ - Nov. 8 in Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna) Elton John and Band - Dec. 4 in Assago (Milan) Glenn Miller Orchestra - Dec. 13 in Padova Tickets at Media World, Palladio Shopping Center or online.
Neil Young & Crazy Horse play Barolo July 21
Event listings are as reported at press time. Details are subject to change without notice. Check before you go.
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Community news briefs Street closures on Ederle In support of the garrison’s Independence Day celebration, the road on the east side of the Caserma Ederle sports track, No Name Street, will be closed through July 4. There will be no through traffic from 9th Street to the Central Processing Facility to allow staff to set up of booths and carry out electrical work. Parents will
have to walk their children to the CDC from 9th Street. The road will re-open July 5. In addition, 1st Street between USARAF Building 2 and the PMO, Building 4b, will be blocked to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic Wednesday, July 9, from 3 p.m. to midnight, which will affect parking on Johnson Avenue in front of the IG, Building 34, parking lot.
Fourth of July gate update Following the Caserma Ederle fireworks show July 3, Gate 2 (the Chapel Gate) will re-open from 11 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. to facilitate outbound vehicular traffic. This will be in addition to Gate 1 (the Main Gate), which will remain open as usual.
USAHC closure The U.S. Army Health Center Vicenza will be closed beginning July 3 at 3:30 p.m. through July 7. The parking lot in front of the Health Center and the main entrance to the facility will be closed in preparation for the garrison Fourth of July celebration. Please use the entrance and parking area behind the health center during this time. From July 4-8, though barriers will still be in place, parking will be permitted in front of USAHC. The barriers will be removed July 8.
Shuttle bus stop change In coordination with the garrison’s Independence Day celebration, the Venice airport shuttle bus stop has been temporarily relocated from the Ederle Inn to the Golden Lion through the Fourth of July. Service will resume in front of the Ederle Inn July 5.
USAREUR Ball The U.S. Army Europe Formal Military Ball will take place July 26 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Stadthalle Hofheim, Chinonplatz 2, in Hofheim am Taunus, Germany. This year’s theme will be D-Day: Honoring the Past, Building the Future. All members of the Army in Europe family — USAREUR, IMCOM, USARAF, DoDEA, AAFES and community leaders — are invited to attend. For information, click the link above. For tickets, on sale through July 9, call the 173rd Airborne Brigade S-1 at 637-4001.
American Red Cross classes The American Red Cross will conduct three CPR-AED first aid classes: July 12 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 16 from 6-8 p.m., and Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Course fee is $55, which includes materials. Advance registration is required. They will also conduct a First Aid and CPR Instructor
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class Aug. 23-24; course fee is $250. Call 634-7089, 0444-71-7089 or stop by the office in Building 333 for details and to sign up.
Swim with the Cub Scouts Join the Cub Scouts of Pack 295 for swimming at the Villaggio pool July 10 starting at 1 p.m. Send email to pack295chair@gmail.com for details.
ACAP becomes SFL TAP The name of the Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) has changed to Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program. Aside from the name change, it is business as usual. The Vicenza office is located in Building 126, the former 173rd Airborne Brigade headquarters on Caserma Ederle, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For information call 634-7187/7188, 044471-7187/7188 or click the link above to reach them via email.
Volunteers for Women’s Day Volunteers are sought to support the observation of Women’s Equality Day Aug. 26. All are welcome. Call Master
Sgt. Rawlings at 634-6061 for details.
CFPB ruling for homeowners The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, other federal agencies and attorneys general in 49 states filed a proposed federal court order June 17 requiring SunTrust Mortgage, Inc., to provide $500 million in loss-mitigation relief to underwater borrowers. The order also requires SunTrust to pay $40 million to approximately 48,000 homeowners who lost their homes to foreclosure due to “deceptive and illegal mortgage servicing practices” pursuant to the DoddFrank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. The settlement administrator will contact eligible consumers who lost their homes due to foreclosure between Jan. 1, 2008, and Dec. 31, 2013. Consumers who think they may be affected can contact SunTrust at 1-800-634-7928 or by email at the SunTrust Mortgage, Inc. page at www.SunTrustMortgage.com
FERS and CSRS retirement briefings The Army Benefits Center-Civilian
At the movies
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A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of humans, survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier. They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived as both sides are brought to the brink of a war to determine which species will dominate the Earth.
Mosquito spraying dates set USAG Vicenza DPW will conduct its summer ultra-low volume fogger mosquito spray program on Caserma Del Din July 23 from 6-9 p.m., and on Caserma Ederle July 24 from 6-9 p.m. Only one treatment will be conducted
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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
(ABC-C) will provide retirement briefings for Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) employees Aug. 19 and 21 via Defense Connect Online (DCO). FERS briefings will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, CSRS briefings will be held from 1-5 p.m. The target audience is federal employees within five years of retirement. Sessions will be limited to 150 attendees and will cover retirement eligibility, deposit/re-deposit consequences, survivor annuity elections, eligibility for continuing FEHB/FEGLI into retirement and the retirement application process. Advance registration is required. Click the link above to reach the CHRTAS site, and call 483-5844 or email gabriele.pump2.ln@mail.mil
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Earth to Echo (PG) * Tammy (R) * Maleficent (PG) * Tammy (R) * Earth to Echo (PG) * X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG-13) * Tammy (R) * Maleficent (PG) * X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG-13) * Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) * Deliver Us from Evil (R) * Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) * Deliver Us from Evil (R) * Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) * Deliver Us from Evil (R) *
Admission: 3D first run (*), adult, $8, under 12, $5.25; 3D second run, adult $7.50, under 12, $5; first run (*), adult, $6, under 12, $3.25; second run, adult $5.50, under 12, $3. Advance tickets: On sale Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the PX Food Court entrance, except on federal holidays. Up to 50 percent of seats will be on sale; the remainder go on sale one hour before show time at the theater box office. Film ratings and reviews are available at www.imdb.com July 3, 2014
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Marco Polo Airport Shuttle priority With the summer PCS season moving into high gear, the Central Processing Facility respectfully requests that community members observe the service priority order for use of the Marco Polo airport shuttle bus. First priority goes to those holding PCS/ ETS orders; second priority is for TDY personnel; and third, personnel on emergency leave. Remaining seats will be filled on a space available basis for travelers on ordinary leave, leisure travel and meeting people or sponsored newcomers. When taking ordinary leave, please ensure you have an alternate means of transportation available in the event the shuttle bus is full due category precedence, which will be strictly enforced.
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Boxing invitational USAG Vicenza Sports, Fitness and Aquatics will host a Boxing Invitational July 12 at the Del Din Fitness Center. All boxers are invited to participate in this championship format event. Men’s Novice/Open bouts with 3-minute rounds and Women’s Novice/ Open bouts with 2-minute rounds in all weight classes are on the program. The event is open to U.S. and Italian active duty service members assigned or attached to Vicenza and other service members on official orders. Sign up July 1. Click the link above.
Youth Center Summer Camps The Youth Center invites youth in grades six through 12 to participate in its YC Summer Camps. The cost is $50 per week except week 10, which costs $200 and includes a trip to Croatia. Fees include daily activities, admission to parks, snacks and lunch. Enrollment for weeks 6-10 begins July 9. Enroll at CYSS Parent Central Services in Building 108 or click the link above to enroll online via Webtrac. Call 6347659 or 0444-71-7659 for details.
VA benefits advisers There are two Veterans Affairs benefits briefers on Caserma Ederle to assist service members, veterans and family members with questions about VA benefits, services and eligibility. They are located in Building 126, next to ACS and attached to the Education Center, and are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Get proper information and help accessing education, health care, compensation, life insurance, home loans and other benefits. Call 6346694 or 0444-71-6694 or stop by for an appointment.
Pregnancy Test Hours U.S. Army Health Center Vicenza patients can now request pregnancy tests in Primary Care rather than at OB/GYN. Walk-in pregnancy test request hours are Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.; and Thursday from 1-3 p.m. Patients are asked to wait for results in the Primary Care waiting area. July 3, 2014
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Chapel activities Vicenza
Camp Darby
Sunday Services 9 a.m.: Mass, Sacrament of Reconciliation following Mass or during duty hours 11 a.m.: Protestant worship 1:30 p.m.: Gospel service 5 p.m.: Contemporary Christian service Tuesday 9 a.m.: Protestant Women of the Chapel 6 p.m.: PMOC and PWOC Bible study. Dinner provided; no watch care Wednesday 5:30 p.m.: Catholic choir practice Thursday 9:30 a.m.: St. Mark’s Catholic Women 7:15 p.m.: Gospel service Bible study
Sunday Services 11:15 a.m.: Protestant worship and children’s service Catholic Mass: Please call the Chapel at 633-7267 to confirm times as they change depending on which priest celebrates Mass Tuesday 9:30 a.m.: Protestant Women of the Chapel Wednesday 5:30 p.m.: Protestant Women of the Chapel 5:15 p.m.: Protestant Men of the Chapel 6:15 p.m.: Choir practice
Call 634-7519 or 0444-717519 for information on Vicenza Chapel activities
For DMC activities call 633-7267
Chaplain Crisis Line To speak with a chaplain after duty hours, call 634-KARE (634-5273)
Music activities at the chapel Tuesday, 5 p.m.: Contemporary Praise band practice Wednesday, 6:45 p.m.: Gospel choir practice Thursday, 5:30 p.m.: Gospel choir rehearsal
The Outlook Religious Activities page provides announcements and may offer perspectives to enhance spiritual or religious resiliency in support of Army Comprehensive Fitness programs. Comments regarding specific beliefs, practices or behaviors are strictly those of the author and do not convey endorsement by the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, the Army, Installation Management Command or the U.S. Army Garrison Vicenza.
VMC faith group contacts Bahá’í Faith: Call 348-603-2283 Church of Christ: Call at 388-2539749 or 324-623-7921 or send email: vicenzaitalychurchofchrist@gmail.com Jewish: Call 634-7519, 0444-71-7519 or 327-856-2191 Latter Day Saints: Young Men/ Young Women meeting is every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Spiritual Fitness Center. Sunday services, 9:30 a.m. in Vicenza. Call 634-7897, 380-431-7633 or email lescall@gmail.com Muslim: Call 634-7519 or 0444-717519 Trinity Church Vicenza: An International Presbyterian Church (IPC) congregation. Call 328-473-2949 or email trinitychurchvicenza@gmail.com Vicenza Hospitality House: A good place for anyone — single Soldiers, men, women and couples — to enjoy food, fun and fellowship. Friday: Potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. with Walk in the Word following. Call 0444-581-427 for more information or if you need transportation.
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