In this week’s issue of The Signature, we document Sigonella’s 8th grade class visit to Washington D.C., prepare for the St. Agatha Festival and kick off Super Bowl festivities with a visit from former Miami Dolphin players and current cheerleaders.
Scan for direct links to NAS Sigonella Sigonellans get in Step Dance company Step Afrika! visits. PAGE 3 Sicily celebrates St. Agata Festival in Catania. PAGE 6 Miami Dolphins visit Sigonella Former Miami Dolphin football players pay special visit. PAGE 10 QUOTE OF THE WEEK "Never let life impede on your ability to manifest your dreams. Dig deeper into your dreams and deeper into yourself and believe that anything is possible, and make it happen." - Corin Nemec THE SIGNATURE SIGONELLA, SICILY February 1, 2013 cnic.navy.mil/sigonella Vol. 30. No. 4 T wenty 8th grade students from Sigonella Middle/High school at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella spent seven days in Washington D.C., from January 17 - 23. e trip to the United States capital began with a simple student inquiry during Shawn McCarthy's U.S. history class. "We were watching news coverage on Election Day," McCarthy said. "I had the TV paused on a shot of the White House and students were asking questions about the White House and Washington D.C. e students began to ask questions. 'Can we go?' said a student. 'I want to go to the White House so that one day I can tell my kids about it,' another said. "Here are military kids that love their country, love history and were asking to visit their capital, not asking to go to an amusement park," McCarthy said. "I wanted to make it happen." Aſter researching regulations, the Internet for contacts, he began to make calls and coordinate with the Presidential Inaugural Committee, the Supreme Court, the Military Child Education Coalition, the vice president’s office and many others laying the ground work that would turn his student's dreams into a reality, seeking and gaining approval from Department of Defense Dependents Schools and garnering interest from the students and teachers. "ere was no template for doing something like this," said McCarthy. "but it needed to be done. For two months I basically worked in a void. It took a lot of networking, but I simply followed the guidance of Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden by joining forces with others. " Accompanying the twenty students able to sign on for the trip, were five parent chaperons; among one, an active duty service member. Fundraising events were held to help offset the costs that each student incurred with the trip. e Sigonella community showed their supported during the student's 700 hours of fundraising, while donations received were divided evenly among the students; no government funds were used for the trip. A major highlight of their week-long experience was attending the Kids’ Inaugural Concert featuring Katy Perry and Usher upon invitation from the President Eighth grade students from Sigonella Middle/High School lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the opening of the "Kids' Inaugural: Our Children. Our Future" concert, January 19, 2013, in Washington, D.C. e children's event was in advance of the second inauguration of United States President Barack Obama. (Photo by Ed Lucio) Sigonella 8th grade students visit Washington D.C. BY JACKIE TREMBATH NAS Sigonella Public Affairs See Sigonella Students Page 8
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Sigonellans get in Step
Dance company Step Afrika! visits.
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Sicily celebrates
St. Agata Festival in Catania.
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Miami Dolphins visit Sigonella
Former Miami Dolphin football
players pay special visit.
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"Never let life impede on your ability to manifest your dreams. Dig deeper into your dreams and deeper into yourself and believe that anything is possible, and make it happen."- Corin Nemec
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February 1, 2013 cnic.navy.mil/sigonellaVol. 30. No. 4
Twenty 8th grade students from Sigonella Middle/High school at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella spent seven days in Washington D.C., from January 17 - 23.
The trip to the United States capital began with a simple student inquiry during Shawn McCarthy's U.S. history class.
"We were watching news coverage on Election Day," McCarthy said. "I had the TV paused on a shot of the White House and students were asking questions about the White House and Washington D.C. The students began to ask questions. 'Can we go?' said a student. 'I want to go to the White House so that one day I can tell my kids about it,' another said.
"Here are military kids that love their country, love history and were asking to visit their capital, not asking to go to an amusement park," McCarthy said. "I wanted to make it happen."
After researching regulations, the Internet for contacts, he began to make calls and coordinate with the Presidential Inaugural Committee, the Supreme Court, the Military Child Education Coalition, the vice president’s office and many others laying the ground work that would turn his student's dreams into a reality, seeking and gaining approval from Department of Defense Dependents Schools and garnering interest from the students and teachers.
"There was no template for doing something like this," said McCarthy. "but it needed to be done. For two months
I basically worked in a void. It took a lot of networking, but I simply followed the guidance of Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden by joining forces with others. "
Accompanying the twenty students able to sign on for the trip, were five parent chaperons; among one, an active duty service member. Fundraising events were held to help offset the costs that each student incurred with the trip. The Sigonella community showed their supported during the student's 700 hours of fundraising, while donations received were divided evenly among the students; no government funds were used for the trip.
A major highlight of their week-long experience was attending the Kids’ Inaugural Concert featuring Katy Perry and Usher upon invitation from the President
Eighth grade students from Sigonella Middle/High School lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the opening of the "Kids' Inaugural: Our Children. Our Future" concert, January 19, 2013, in Washington, D.C. The children's event was in advance of the second inauguration of United States President Barack Obama. (Photo by Ed Lucio)
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NAS Sigonella Command Master Chief David GrahamBuongiorno Sigonellans!I hope everyone’s year is off to a produc-
tive start. As always, there is a lot happen-ing in the Navy and in our community.
First, the Navy joins our nation in celebrating African American History month during the month of February. African Americans have a long history of honorable service, dating back during the colonial period. It is a time for commands to take the opportunity to learn more about the contributions of African Americans to the Navy and also serves as an important time for all Sailors to reflect on the history of our Navy and its future. America has a vast heritage of African American’s who have helped shape the country into the greatest nation in the world today. From Harriet Tubman and Dr. King to Secretary of State Colin Powell, African Americans have made long-lasting contributions to our society for the better.
Another important milestone in our military history was reached on January 24, when Defense Secretary Leon Panetta
announced new rules regarding the role of women in combat operations. The announcement rescinded the 1994 Direct Ground Combat Definition and Assignment Rule for women and the DoD plans to remove gender-based barriers to service. Today, women make up approximately 15 percent of the military, and have proven time and again their ability to serve honorably on and off the battlefield.
As we all know, it is never okay to drink and drive. In an effort to promote safety and educate Sailors about the dangers of irresponsible alcohol use, the Navy is introducing the use of alcohol detection devices (ADD) across the fleet. Here in Sigonella, we have been using these devices for some time now. Safety is paramount in Sigonella, and the challenges of driving here are already greater than back in the states. Adding alcohol to the mix greatly increase the dangers of driving here. As many of you have probably already seen, the use of the ADD is random. So the easiest way to
not become a statistic is to simply “Don’t Drink and Drive.” For more information regarding this policy, refer to OPNAVINST 5350.8.
Let me also take this opportunity to say “welcome back” to our 8th grade students who attended the Inauguration festivities in Washington, D.C. They had the honor of leading the Pledge of Allegiance to kick off the children’s concert that was the prelude to the Presidential Inauguration. Great job! As always, you represented Sigonella with pride!
Lastly, let me again stress safety. February has another holiday weekend for us, so be safe when you are traveling or just getting out and about in the area. It is still the rainy season, so make sure your vehicle is well maintained to deal with the hazardous conditions that can happen very quickly during this time of year. Enjoy your well-deserved time off and as always, “Be Responsible and Plan to Succeed.”
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Sgt. Zackary Martinez, attached to Special Marine Air Ground Task Force 13.2 aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, makes a plate for himself from a free taco bar courtesy of Take 5 on January 25. Located on NAS II, Take 5 is a non-smoking, alcohol-free recreation center for all hands. Take 5 hosts the Empty Wallet Lunch event on the last Friday of each month, providing a free meal while supplies last. For a list of events, visit http://www.sigonellamwr.com/take-5. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
Step Afrika shows Sigonella how to step
Yellow Box movie rental now on NAS I
Members of all ages from the Sigonella community learn the basics of “stepping” with the dance company Step Afrika!, who finished up their European tour with a visit to Naval Air Station Sigonella, January 25. The group also performed for Naval Station Rota, Spain. Step Afrika! is the first professional company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping. According to Step Afrika's website, stepping is a unique dance tradition created by African American college students. In stepping, the body is used as an instrument to create intricate rhythms and sounds through a combination of footsteps, claps and spoken word. The tradition grew out of the song and dance rituals practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities in the early 1900s. Stepping comes from a long and rich tradition in African-based communities that use movement, words and sounds to communicate allegiance to a group. Founded in December 1994, the company is celebrated worldwide for its efforts to promote an appreciation for stepping and the dance tradition’s use as an educational tool for young people. Step Afrika! reaches tens of thousands of Americans each year and has performed on many stages in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. (U.S. Navy photo by MR1 Gary Spence/Released)
To provide continued video rental service, the Navy Exchange (NEX) has installed two Yellow Box video rental kiosk machines in front of the former NEX Video Rental Store, which closed on January 31. The kiosk machines currently feature 250 new movies and new titles are updated weekly. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
Lt. Cmdr. Kennett Radford, CRNA (left), Lt. Cmdr. Joseph Thies, MD (center) and Lt. Cmdr. Andrew Forrest, CRNA delight in the Nurse Anesthetist Week cake during celebration, held at U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, January 25. (Photo by Lt. Cmdr. John Broom)
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 rich tradition, and that tradition was celebrated during U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella’s Nurse Anesthetist Week during the week of January 20-26.
The hospital employs two nurse anesthetists and one anesthesiologist, so the celebration was small. Their impact on the military, however, is not.
“Their role is unique,” said Cmdr. Elizabeth Adriano, director of surgical services. “Unlike civilian Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), who require direct physician supervision, in the military there is a more equal relationship.”
As a result, CRNAs in the military are sent to the battlefield and to ships around the world and are trusted to care for Sailors on their own. And they’re expected to provide that care without the supervision of a physician.
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 U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella. And that’s nothing to sleep on.
Nurse Anesthetist Week celebratedbY Hm2 mATTHEw CLUTTERU.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella
Take 5 provides free Taco Bar
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Good communication is one of the essentials for a strong relationship. It helps couples share their joys and sorrows, understand each other’s thoughts and feelings, and solve problems together. And it’s a critical skill for couples dealing with the unique challenges of the military way of life.
There are two main keys to communicating well as a couple: careful listening and paying close attention both to what you say and how you say it. Good communication means sending clear and consistent messages, not just with your words but with your tone of voice, gestures, and facial expressions. Just as important, it also means taking the time to truly listen to what the other person is saying.
Learning to communicate well is one of the most important things any couple can do. Poor communication is the number one complaint of couples who split up, and it can make life much more difficult for those who stay together. You might try these ways of strengthening your communication skills.
Make time to talk to each other. Try to spend some time each day talking to each other over a meal, after work, or before bed. This is so important that some busy couples find it helpful to mark time to talk in their calendars. One study found that just talking for as little as 15 minutes a day can help keep a relationship strong. (In contrast, couples who split up spend an average of four minutes a day or less in conversation.) During separations, talk by phone if possible, or use other forms of electronic communication to stay connected when you can’t talk to each other.
Share your thoughts and feelings. One of the joys of being part of a couple is having someone with whom you can share your deepest thoughts and feelings. But after a while, you may fall into a rut. You may seem to talk only about things such as what to have for dinner or watch on television. If this happens, make an extra effort to talk about the things that matter most to you most - the joys and sorrows you can’t share (or can’t share as well) with anybody else.
Listen carefully. Good communication involves not just speaking clearly but listening closely. This kind of “active listening” means giving each other your full attention and not interrupting. When you’re
talking about something important, turn off the television or radio and let voicemail take messages.
Show that you understand what you’ve heard. It’s important not just to listen but to make it clear that you’ve heard what the other person is telling you. You can do this by reflecting back what you’ve heard through phrases such as, “So what you’re saying is …” or “I want to make sure I understand you correctly. You feel that …” This way your spouse will know that you are truly listening to the conversation. Don’t give advice or try to solve problems unless you are asked.
Offer frequent praise, support, and encour-agement. Studies have shown that couples who stay together make many more positive comments to each other than negative ones. You might try to find something to praise every day, even if you’ve said similar things before. Your praise can be as simple as, “That was a fantastic dinner! I really appreciate all the effort you put into it.” Or, “You were so patient when you helped Maria with her homework. I could see what a difference it made to her.” If you make a habit of offering support, your words are less likely to meet with resistance when you have to bring up a tough subject.
Write notes or send e-mail or text messages. Leave a note on the car seat that says, “I love you” or “Good luck with your presentation! I have faith that you’ll do a great job.” Send e-mails, text messages, or “I miss you” cards when your spouse is deployed or away on temporary duty.
Pay attention to your body language. Only about 7 percent of communication comes from your words; the rest is from your gestures, facial expressions, and tone of voice. You can send positive messages by doing such things as looking the other person in the eye, giving hugs and kisses, and gently stroking the other person’s arm or hair. You’ll send negative messages if you engage in eye-rolling, fingerpointing, or walking away when your spouse is speaking to you.
Remember, good communication takes skill and practice.
Need help communicating? Each service branch sponsors information, referral, and support programs for service members and their families. You can call or visit our Fleet and Family Support Center at 624-4291.
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Devotees take a rest during the tiring hours-long procession accompanying the Saint Agata carriage through the Catania city center on the late night of February 5, the last day of the famous religious celebration honoring the city patroness saint. Believers carry on their shoulders heavy wax candles which can sometimes weigh more than 300 pounds. (Photo courtesy of Turi Calafato)
The precious silver bust depicting Saint Agata, which also contains part of the relics (the skull and part of the thorax), is made of enameled silver and covered by hundreds of precious jewels donated by devotees. It is carried in procession throughout the city center on February 4 and 5. (Photo by www.juzaphoto.com)
“Semu divoti tutti? Cettu, Cettu, Citatini, viva Sant’Aita!”(Are we all devotees? Yes, of course, sure, Townspeople, long live St. Agata!)." These lyrics
full of religious devotion will be shouted over and over during the upcoming grand religious festival honoring Saint Agata, Catania’s patroness and taking place from Feb. 3 through 5. The enthusiasm for this popular saint and all the devotion behind it cannot be expressed through words. You just have to go out there and live the experience!
Whether you are a Catholic or not, this festival, which mingles the sacred and profane, will definitely amaze you with its lively festivities.
Every year, thousands of Catanians swarm the streets of the historic center to publicly show their lifelong devotion to their beloved “Santuzza,” or young saint (St. Agata’s nickname given because of her young age).
Divoti (devotees) would even defy bad weather conditions just to see her while she’s brought in procession. It happens only once a year, so it is must-see event.
According to an ancient, tradition, Saint Agata is considered a salvatrice (savior) because she has rescued Catania several times over the centuries, especially during earthquakes and lava eruptions.
Legend has it that her holy purple-colored veil (named “limpia” in Sicilian), which was recently displayed at the Sigonella 41st Stormo Chapel, has stopped two particularly dangerous eruptions, the first one occurred in 251 AD, a year after her martyrdom and the second one in 1886, when the lava threatened Nicolosi. In both cases, the veil was brought in procession to the eruption site and the advancing lava flow miraculously stopped. According to history, Catania cardinal Giuseppe Benedetto Dusmet, who is regarded as a saint and whose body is preserved inside the cathedral, led this latter procession.
The holy veil is 13 feet long by 20 inches wide. Three golden threads decorate its extremities. According to legend, the veil, which was originally white, covered the head of Saint Agata when she was rolled over live coals during her martyrdom. As a result of this torture, the “limpia” remained
miraculously undamaged by the fire and turned red. From then on, the veil has been venerated as a defense against Etna eruptions.
TRADITION AND DEVOTION: Catanians have been celebrating this festival since 1519. For centuries, there has been a long-running controversy between Catania and Palermo over where she was born. But it looks like Catania townspeople won!
After nearly a year of preparation, festa features thousands of devotees of all ages crowding the streets of the historic center dressed in white tunics (green for the women) named in Sicilian “saccu,” gloves, a handkerchief, and black skullcap (in Sicilian, “a scuzzitta”). According to tradition, the saccu symbolizes the nightdress that the Catanians wore when they welcomed the return from Turkey of the Saint’s relics on Aug. 17, 1126. Historic chronicles tell that it was a great feast for the Catania community whose residents waived white handkerchiefs to show their enthusiasm. Other historic accounts link the white tunic tradition to either the ancient Egyptian cult of Goddess Isis or the penitential garment worn by priests.
Giorgio Maniace, a Byzantine general, stole the relics as a war trophy and took them to Constantinople (the ancient Istanbul) in 1040. Devotees take part in the festival bringing on procession the “Cannalori,” and the “Vara.”
Cannalori are tall wax candles surrounded by a heavy (up to 1,500 pounds) candelabrum-shaped gilded wooden structure. They are decorated with statues depicting angels, saints, pennons and flowers. Scenes from the Saint Agata martyrdom are also carved on their sides. Each Cannalora represent a city’s guild such as butchers, greengrocers, fishmongers, pasta makers, bakers and more. In the past, they illuminated the passage of the procession. But through the centuries their dimensions became so large that a person alone could not carry their weight anymore. Today, there are 11 Cannalori that take part in the procession.
Each one is carried on the shoulders of eight to 12 people. During the processions, Cannalori stop every once in a while and “compete” one another by performing a kind of dance named “Annacata” consisting of a series of swaying moves.
Catania honors patroness Saint AgataThe “Vara” is a 16-foot long richly decorated silver carriage on
which the bust depicting Saint Agata and several crystal and silver caskets containing her relics (legs, arms and other bones) carried in procession. Giovanni di Bartolo, a goldsmith from Siena, made the bust in the 14th century. The bust, which also contains part of the relics (the skull and part of the thorax), is made of enameled silver. It lies on a magnificent pedestal and it’s cut just under the waist. Hundreds among precious jewels cover the statue. Most of them come from donations of devotees. The magnificent golden crown studded with gems donated by English King Richard “The Lionhearted” in 1190 during his visit to Sicily on his way to a crusade, is undoubtedly the best piece of the collection.
One who attends the festival remains impressed by the huge candles that devotees carry on their shoulders while they perform the processions. Every year, Catania wax shops sell hundreds of ceri (tall wax candles). Devotees carry those bulky candles per grazia ricevuta, which means that a Saint has granted them a miracle they have been asking for. The miracle could be invoked for a pregnancy that is in serious danger or if someone is suffering from an incurable disease or yet after one has survived a traffic accident. Usually, it is up to the devotee to decide how heavy the candle should be and for how long they would carry it. According to Catania wax dealers, the most requested candle is the one that weighs approximately 85 pounds. But some also request candles that can weigh up to 350 pounds. Carrying ceri in procession is usually a lifelong practice. If one devotee is too old or sick to carry a heavy candle, another person such as a son or a relative could continue to participate in the procession instead of them.
LIFE OF ST. AGATA: According to tradition, Agata came from a rich family. Her virtues and her beauty drew the attention of Quintianus, a local Roman governor who actively and brutally persecuted Christians. Agata, who already consecrated herself to God, refused his advances. Therefore, Quintianus decided to punish her by having her locked up in a brothel where Aphrodisia, a wicked woman tried to corrupt Agata’s virtue and faith by playing wiles and stratagems. But Agata never wavered and resisted to all her attempts. Therefore, Quintianus, miffed by Agata’s firmness, had her underwent terrible tortures such as cutting off her breast. This detail was often depicted in the Christian medieval paintings as a peculiar characteristic of Saint Agata.
Tradition also tells about prodigious events that occurred while Agata was in prison such as the apparition of St. Peter who comforted and healed all her wounds. Eventually, after repeated tortures Quintianus had Agata condemned to the stake. But while she was burning alive a violent earthquake struck Catania.
This natural disaster was welcomed by the Catanians as a sign of God who wanted the tortures inflicted to Agata to be over. Thus, a riot broke out in the city forcing Quintianus to stop the infamous execution. Agata was then brought back to her prison where she died right after. It was Feb. 5, 251 AD. Later on the same day, the evil Quintianus, who was fleeing because he feared the riot, drowned in the river Simeto.
St. Agata Traditional Sweets For those of you with a sweet tooth, the Saint Agata festival has a lot to offer. Don’t forget to linger in
the pasticcerie (pastry shops) and festival’s street booths to taste the traditional “Olivette di Sant’Agata”or Saint’Agata’s small olives) and the traditional torrone (nougat). Those olive-shaped almond sweets are related to the Saint Agata celebrations because they remind of an episode occurred during her life. Tradition holds that, when Agata was on her way to stand trial before Quintianus, she bent to tie her sandal. As she did that, an olive three miraculously sprouted where she had stepped. After St. Agata’s death, those olives were preserved as relics. Olivette could also be covered with chocolate. You can also enjoy “Torrone” or nougat made with sugar, honey, egg whites, almonds and hazelnuts. Torrone has many different flavors. The traditional hard white one includes almonds or hazelnuts, but it can be enriched with liqueurs like rum, Gran Marnier and Strega; chocolate and also frosted with lemon, pistachio or orange icings.
As tradition says, it was first prepared for the wedding banquet of Bianca Maria Visconti and the duke of Milan, Francesco Sforza that took place in Cremona in 1441. Historic sources tell that the chefs shaped the Torrone as the 13th century tower, which still flanks Cremona’s cathedral, because it was included in bride’s dowry. The tower was named “Torrione” (in Italian, big tower), thus the dessert was given the name “Torrone.” Historic sources say the guests of the wedding banquet, who came from every part of Italy and Europe, were so impressed by the savory taste of Torrone that they praised its delicacy as they went back home. Therefore, Torrone earned a worldwide reputation.
The Olivette di Sant’Agata (Saint’Agata’s small olives) are among the most traditional sweets which are baked by pastry chefs during the annual Saint Agata festival in Catania. Olivette are also covered with chocolate. (Photo by www.juzaphoto.com)
Join ITT for the Saint Agata festival, February 3, 4 and 5.
For details, check out www.sigonellamwr.com/?event=st-agatha-festival
Enjoy the St. Agata festival!
Learn these useful Italian phrases to help make your experience even better!
Have fun practicing your Italian!Buona Fortuna
JUST SAY IT!
Practice your Italian!
English: When does the procession start?Italian: Quando inzia la processione?
English: What time does the festival end?Italian: A che ora finisce la festa?
English: Can I sample this?Italian: Posso assagiarlo?
English: How much does a candle cost?Italian: Quanto costa una candela?
English: Can I park here?Italian: Posso posteggiare quì?
English: When does Mass begin?Italian: Quando inzia la Messa?
English: Where does the procession stop?Italian: Dove si ferma la processione?
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Barack Obama and the director of the Director of the Kids’ Inaugural Concert. Making that moment even more unforgettable, Dr. Jill Biden, wife of U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, personally asked them to kick-off the Kids’ Inaugural Concert by leading the Pledge of Allegiance on stage.
"The moment Dr. Biden invited them to be a part of it all, for me, really felt like America was embracing military kids overseas," said McCarthy. "There was not a dry eye in the house."
The children lead the Pledge of Allegiance on stage in front of the first lady, Dr. Biden, 5,000 spectators at the venue and nearly 40 family members watching live from NAS Sigonella.
"Near the end of the concert, Mrs. Obama surprised our students by “live streaming” their families onto the enormous screens at the concert," said McCarthy. "We could plainly see our Sigonella families all the way in Washington D.C. It was amazing!"
Additional highlights from the student's seven-day experience in Washing D.C. included• Arlington National Cemetery and
Wreath Laying at Tomb of the Unknowns
• U.S. Capitol Building including the Great Rotunda, the Senate Chamber and Statuary Hall
• Union Station • National Day of Service and meeting
Ms. America and NASA Astronauts• Russell Senate Office Building and
meeting Senators Shelby and Sessions• United States Supreme Court and
meeting Chief Justice Roberts• Ford’s Theater National Historic Site
and Peterson House• The Lincoln, Korean War, Vietnam
War, WWII and Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorials
• National Archives including the Constitution and Declaration of Independence
• Kids’ Inaugural Concert and meeting Michelle Obama and Jill Biden
• Inaugural Parade and sitting next to the Presidential Box
• Pentagon and the Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs
• Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum and Museum of American History
• Washington Monument• The White House
Dr. Jill Biden embraces an 8th grade military student from Sigonella Middle/High School during a special visit at the Convention Center in Washington D.C., January 18. (Photo by Christopher Dilts for the Presidential Inauguration Committee 2013)
"The kids were so excited to see and experience everything, " said Capt. Linda Youberg, active duty service member and chaperon. "Kids weren't just watching TV or reading a book, they were seeing things first-hand." Youberg and her son attended the Commander in Chief ’s Ball thanks to tickets provided by the president.
Students paid their respects at Arlington National Cemetery and witnessed the changing of the guard. As a special honor, the students performed the wreath-laying ceremony at The Tomb of the Unknowns.
During their visit to the National Archives, the students gathered around the Declaration of Independence and recited the first portion from memory. Their experience with Article III of the U.S. Constitution culminated with a visit with Chief Justice of the United States John G. Roberts, Jr., of the Supreme Court.
"The students had a thought provoking discussion with the chief justice," said McCarthy. "He discussed cases and posed questions and 'hypotheticals'. He made them think."
After Roberts peaked everyone's interest in the judicial system, student Lilly Perez now wants to become a lawyer. According to her, Roberts made law both interesting and exciting.
"The entire experience may not change every student's career path," said Youberg. "but they returned home knowing they have the opportunity to become anything they want because of our thriving democracy."
Witnessing that democracy in action, students were seated next to the presidential viewing box in front of the White House on Inauguration Day for the viewing the Inaugural Parade at the invitation of the president and vice president families.
"It was amazing!," said Perez. "I had never been to D.C. We learned so much. We got to meet Michelle Obama and Dr. Biden."
Thanks to the efforts of Vice President Biden’s staff, the students spent their final morning in the United States touring the White House.
"This trip was beyond anything we could have imagined," McCarthy said. "The kids learned a lot about history and hopefully a lot about life.
The opportunity was open to all 8th grade students as an extension of their curriculum. According to McCarthy, who spearheaded the adventure, being able to go to D.C. was like an interactive text book as it relates to separation of powers, and the Constitution.
"Here are kids that went from Sigonella to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave in Washington D.C. because we took action," McCarthy said. "I hope the kids learned that anything is possible if you put your mind to it and join forces with others."
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Sigonella students and parent chaperones visit Emancipation Hall located inside the Capitol Visitor Center, January 17. (Photo by Ed Lucio)
Sigonella students and parent chaperones visit Arlington National Ceremony, January 18. (Photo by Ed Lucio)
Sigonella students met Ms. America during the Day of Service on the National Mall, January 19. (Photo by Shawn McCarthy)
Sigonella students enjoy their tour of the Pentagon , January 17. (Photo by Ed Lucio)
Sigonella students and teacher Shawn McCarthy (far right) meet Dr. Jill Biden (center) during a special visit at the Convention Center, January 18. (Photo by Christopher Dilts for the Presidential Inauguration Committee 2013)
Sigonella students write “letters to troops” during the Day of Service activities on the National Mall, January 19. (Photo by Shawn McCarthy)
Sigonella students prepare a Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) on Inauguration Day, January 21, next to the President’s viewing booth located in front of the White House as a way to honor United States military. An MRE is a self-contained, individual field ration in lightweight packaging bought by the U.S. military for its service members for use in combat or other field conditions where organized food facilities are not available. Naval Air Station Sigonella's Commanding Officer Capt. Scott Butler procured the MREs. (Photos by Ed Lucio and Shawn McCarthy)
President Obama and first lady walk the final stretch of the Inaugural Parade, January 21, giving Sigonella students a close up view of the first couple. Chief Justice John Roberts administered oath of office to President Obama as he started his second term as the United States 44th president. (Photo by and Shawn McCarthy)
Senators Richard Shelby (left) and Jeff Sessions (right) of Alabama meet with Sigonella students in the Russell Senate Building, January 22. Senator Sessions later signed autographs for the students on Senate business cards. (Photo by Shawn McCarthy)
On January 23, Sigonella students visited the United States White House. Photos were not permitted.
Sigonella students take part in the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery, January 18. (Photo by Shawn McCarthy)
Sigonella students visited the Lincoln Memorial at dusk, January 20. (Photo by Shawn McCarthy)
Sigonella students visited the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, January 20. (Photo by Shawn McCarthy)
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Friday, 01 FEB 13 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Links, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Apple Fritters.*Lunch: New England Clam Chowder, Baked Fish w/cherry tomatoes, Pork Chop w/mushroom Gravy, Steamed Rice, Roasted Garlic Potatoes, Steamed Asparagus, Cauliflower, Lemon Cookies, Cheese Cake, Chocolate Cream Pudding.*Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes.*Dinner: Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Cantonese Spareribs, Baked Tuna Noodles, Rice Pilaf, Steamed Whole Corn, Seasoned Spinach, Lemon Cookies, Cheese Cake, Chocolate Cream Pudding.
Saturday, 02 FEB 13 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Butterhorns.*Brunch: Breakfast Items, Beef Vegetable Soup, Chicken Nuggets, French Fries, Mixed Vegetables, Broccoli, Chocolate Drop Cookies, Apple Crisp.*Dinner: Broccoli Soup, El Rancho Stew, Spaghetti Carbonara, Chicken Gravy, Steamed Rice, Green Kale, Peas & Mushroom, Chocolate Drop Cookies, Apple Crisp.
Sunday, 03 FEB 13 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, French Toast Puff, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Asstd Doughnuts, Kolaches.*Brunch: Breakfast Items, Bean & Bacon Soup, Breaded Pork Chop, Italian Roasted Potatoes, Seasoned Green Beans, Glazed Carrots, Yellow Cake w/ Frosting, Hermits.*Dinner: Split Pea Soup, Turkey Pot Pie, Rice Pilaf, Fish Portion, Black-eye Peas, Fried Cauliflower, Yellow Cake w/ Frosting, Hermits.
Monday, 04 FEB 13 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Minced Beef on Toast, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Streusel Coffee Cake.*Lunch: Chicken Noodle Soup, Rosemary Roast Turkey, Beef Pot Pie, Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Summer Squash, Steamed Peas, Turkey Gravy, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Banana Cake, Dutch Apple Pie.*Speed line: Hot Dogs w/chili sauce, Macaroni Cheese*Dinner: Pepper Pot Soup, Linguine Carbonara, Baked Chicken Quartered , Baked Potatoes, Collard Greens, Calico Cabbage, Brown Gravy, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Banana Cake, Dutch Apple Pie.
Tuesday, 05 FEB 13 *Breakfast: Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Biscuits and Gravy, Asstd Doughnuts, Blueberry Muffins. *Lunch: Cream of Asparagus Soup, BBQ Spareribs, Baked Chicken, Chicken Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Hopping John, Corn on the Cob, Southern Style Greens, Jalapeno Corn Bread, German Chocolate Cake, Cherry Pie.*Speed line: Italian Sausage w onion pepperoni.Dinner: Beef Rice Soup, Sauerbraten, Lasagna, Lyonnaise Rice, Vegetable Stir Fry, Steamed Asparagus, Brown Gravy, German Chocolate Cake, Cherry Pie.
Friday, 08 FEB 13 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Cinnamon Rolls.*Lunch: Cream of Mushroom Soup, Lasagna, Tempura Fish, Baked Fish, Steamed Rice, Calico Cabbage, Herbed Broccoli, Strawberry Cake, Lemon Meringue Pie, Fruit Gelatin.*Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes.*Dinner: Egg Drop Soup, Savory Baked Chicken, Baked Tuna Noodles, Rice Pilaf, Southern Green Beans, Savory Squash, Strawberry Cake, Lemon Meringue Pie, Fruit Gelatin.
ON THE GO WITH MWR
Friday, February 1 5:00 PM Silver Linings Playbook R 5:30 PM Parental Guidance PG 7:30 PM Jack Reacher PG-138:00 PM Django Unchained R
Saturday, Febraury 2 2:00 PM The Hobbit 3D PG-132:30 PM Cirque Du Soliel PG4:30 PM Guilt Trip PG-135:00 PM Monsters Inc. 3D G7:30 PM Django Unchained R
Monday, February 42:00 PM Parental Guidance PG
Tuesday, February 5 5:00 PM Monsters Inc. 3D G 5:30 PM Playing For Keeps PG-137:30 PM The Hobbit 3D PG-138:00 PM Gangster Squad R
Wednesday, February 6 5:00 PM Parental Guidance PG 5:30 PM Guilt Trip PG-137:30 PM This is 40 R 8:00 PM Silver Linings Playbook R
Thursday, February 7 5:00 PM This is 40 R5:30 PM Bullet To The Head R7:30 PM The Hobbit PG-138:00 PM Silver Linings Playbook R
Friday, February 8 5:00 PM Silver Linings Playbook R 5:30 PM Bullet To The Head R 7:30 PM Django Unchained R8:00 PM Texas Chainsaw 3D R
Saturday, Febraury 9 2:00 PM Cirque Du Soliel 3D PG2:30 PM Jack Reacher PG-134:30 PM Silver Linings Playbook R5:00 PM Django Unchained R7:30 PM Texas Chainsaw 3D R
Sunday, February 10 2:00 PM Guilt Trip PG-132:30 PM Cirque Du Soliel PG4:30 PM Django Unchained R5:00 PM Les Misérables PG-137:30 PM Bullet To The Head R
Movie Premiere
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COMING SOON: A Haunted House, Broken City, Zero Dark Thirty, The Last Stand, Mama, Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters, Movie 43, Parker, Warm Bodies, Stand Up Guys
Midtown Movie TheatersSchedule & Descriptions
DJANGO UNCHAINED…….PGSTARRING: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz and Leonardo DiCaprio
With the help of a German bounty hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal Mississippi plantation owner (165 m.)
THE GUILT TRIP..…PG-13STARRING: Barbra Streisand, Seth Rogen and Julene Renee-Preciado
As inventor Andy Brewster is about to embark on the road trip of a lifetime, a quick stop at his mom's house turns into an unexpected cross-country voyage with her along for the ride. (95 m.)
PARENTAL GUIDANCE.…PGSTARRING: Billy Crystal, Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei
Artie and Diane agree to look after their three grandkids when their type-A parents need to leave town for work. Problems arise when the kids' 21st-century behaviors collide with Artie and Diane's old-school ways. (104 m.)
SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK.…..RSTARRING: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence and Robert De Niro
After a stint in a mental institution, former teacher Pat Solitano moves back in with his parents and tries to reconcile with his ex-wife. Things get more challenging when Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own (122 m.)
Movie schedule is subject to change.
Please call to confirm. Movie Hotline: 624-4248
Whether you are interested in the game or the food, MWR’s Liberty program has you covered. Take a look at the lineup and join us for
Super Bowl XLVII where history will be made. Are you rooting for the 49ers to continue their winning streak with Super Bowl wins or hoping that the Ravens will strengthen their lead in the standings for a winning record in the Super Bowl? If the 49ers win they will tie Pittsburgh for the most Super Bowl wins of all times, a 5-0 record. The Ravens could move ahead with a 2-0 Super Bowl record and knock the 49ers off of the list of unbeaten Super Bowl teams. Either way the scoreboard ends,
history will be made!
MWR's Super Bowl 2013 49ers-Ravens Activity Line Up2013 Madden video game tournament before kickoff at Take 5
8 p.m.: Liberty is sponsoring a FREE movie at Midtown Theater for all single Sailors and geo-bachelors. Come and watch The Blind Side to get you in the spirit. ID required.
10 p.m. - midnight: Super Bowl Pre Party at Take 5 and Connections
Games, free food and prizes!!!
Midnight: Super Bowl Kickoff at Take 5 and ConnectionsCome and cheer on your favorite team!
Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Sigonella teamed with Armed Forces Entertainment Tour in Europe to bring two former Miami Dolphins football players Shawn Wooden and Troy Drayton and eight current cheerleaders to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, January 26.
“I’m very honored that I was chosen to come over here and visit our troops,” said Wooden who played safety for eight seasons with the Dolphins. “For me to give my time is nothing compared to what they give that allows me to put my head down at night and be able to do what I do every day.”
Drayton played for the Dolphins for four seasons and was one of Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Marino’s favorite offensive weapons on the field.
Together, Wooden and Drayton hosted a football skills course for children, answered questions from NAS Sigonella community members, signed autographs, and gave away prizes which included four commemorative hats celebrating the 40 year anniversary of the 1972 Miami Dolphins football team. The 1972 Dolphins are the only team to finish a regular season undefeated and win an NFL championship.
Sigonella cheerleaders learned some new moves from the members of the Dolphins cheerleading squad who split up into two groups to teach the Sigonella High School Jaguar cheerleading team and the younger cheerleaders on base. The Dolphin cheerleading group also hosted a cheer performance for the NAS Sigonella community and signed autographs.
Before leaving NAS Sigonella, Drayton and Wooden shared their Super Bowl picks for the big game on February 3. Wooden is cheering for the San Francisco 49ers and Drayton for Ray Lewis and the Baltimore Ravens.
Special visit from the Miami Dolphins
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After the performance and meet-and-greet, the players and cheerleaders were brought outside to look at a Miami Dolphins custom Fiat 500 made and owned by a member of Sigonella Fiat 500 Club. The 1972 aqua car features an aqua and coral color custom interior. Wooden and Drayton managed to both sit in the front seat of the small car.
Miami Dolpins cheerleaders performed with Sigonella cheerleaders at the NAS I gym.
Former Miami Dolphins and current cheerleaders signed autographs for NAS Sigonella community members.
Former Miami Dolphins Troy Drayton (left) and Shawn Wooden posed for photos with fans. (U.S. Navy photos by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
Miami Dolphins cheerleaders performed for Sigonellans at the NAS I gym.
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• 5,000 pounds of hot dogs are expected to be sold during the Super Bowl.
• New Orleans has hosted the Super Bowl 10 times,tiedformostwithMiami.
• TheRavensareback,12yearsafter theirlast Super Bowl.
• TheNiners are back, 18 years after theirlast Super Bowl, trying for a 5-0 record.
• The two teams played HarBowl I onThanksgivingnightin2011.Baltimorewon16-6.
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IL mERCATOAll classified ads are free to the community for advertising personal property for sale, trade or giveaway. Ads must be sent to [email protected] 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.
The month of February is the National Pet Dental Month, sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
Just like humans, your pet is susceptible to oral health concerns that can affect your pet’s health. Christine Wichter from the Sigonella Veterinary Clinic (SVC) says that one out of ten pets at Sigonella come into the vet clinic with bad dental tartar.
You can do simple routine steps to help prevent common oral problems for your pet. Brushing, regular check-ups, and the right nutrition are key to keeping your pet healthy and their teeth in top-notch condition - which is especially important during your stay here as our SVC does not offer dental surgeries/cleanings.
Most people brush their teeth more than once a day but the same hygiene routines are not usually transferred to our pets. The AVMA recommends brushing your pet’s teeth once a day or, at the very least, a couple of times a week. It is best to start when your pet is young, but it is never too late to start.
First, you begin by getting your pet comfortable with you touching their teeth and gums. Just like training your pet to sit, be sure to remember to praise them for good behavior and be patient. Next, start by introducing them to toothpaste by using a small amount and applying it to the inside of their mouth. Lastly, you may begin using a toothbrush focusing primarily on the outside of their teeth. Be sure not to use human toothpaste as most human toothpastes have fluoride which is particularly harmful to pets. The SVC offers toothbrushes and a variety of toothpaste flavors for sale.
Taking your pet to the veterinarian for their annual checkup is as much for their health as it
is for their oral hygiene. Wichter says, “There are medications that can be taken to control dental tartar, but a yearly cleaning is the best way to keep an animal's mouth clean.”
The SVC has a list of veterinarians available to help you locate a veterinarian locally that may be able to assist. You should visit a veterinarian sooner than the annual checkup if you notice a problem such as:
• Bad breath• Change in eating or chewing habits• Pawing at the face or mouth• Excessive drooling• Misaligned, missing, broken, or discolored
teeth• Red, swollen, or bleeding gums• Yellowish-brown tartar crust along the gum
line• Bumps or growths inside the mouth
Making sure your pet has a good diet will significantly help with your pet’s overall health and oral health. Your veterinarian can help you find the right food for your pet. Hard food options are better than soft foods but soft foods can still be used as treats. There are a variety of products available that can help aid you in your regular routine to ensure the oral health of your pet is at its best. For instance, chew bones are a nice treat for your pets plus they are specifically designed to prevent your dog from getting common diseases associated with the gums and teeth of your pet. The SVC has C.E.T. Dental Chews available for purchase.
In honor of Pet Dental Month, be sure to take these easy steps to keep your pet’s smile looking good and smelling good, too.
February is National Pet Dental MonthTips for keeping your pets teeth healthy
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Malibu, 8-month-old white and black female cat, petite, shy at first but warms up. Does best with
another friendly cat. Current on shots and microchipped. Luigi, 7-month-old, tan, male, medium-sized dog. Very friendly and loves other dogs, people, and children. Current on shots. Microchipped and neutered. Mini, 3-year-old, tan, female, medium-sized dog. Very caring and loyal. Prefers older and larger dogs. Current on shots and microchipped. Eliot and Owl, 6-month-old, black, female and male small dogs. Very sweet. Prefer to stay together. Current on shots, microchipped, and Owl is neutered. SAWS Adopt-a-thon is Feb. 3 at 11 a.m. in front of the commissary.
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