Vicenza and Darby Military Communities www.italy.army.mil November 10, 2017 | Vol. 50 | Issue 19 What’s Inside BOSS program wins Army award Recreation, was on hand program, said BOSS leaders. by Karin J. Martinez 2 Outlook Editor to accept the honor on be- "We submitted our award Why poppies half of the local program. entry and hoped for the best," BOSS Vicenza had to said Sgt. Dallas Henry, former on Veterans Day? VICENZA — The Vicenza Better compete first at regional BOSS Vicenza president here Opportunities for Single Soldiers pro- level, Installation Man- who was recently selected to gram received first-place honors at the agement Command-Eu- move to the IMCOM-Europe 3 annual National Recreation and Park rope, against 11 other BOSS representative position. "It's an Vicenza, Darby to be pilot Association conference that took place programs. After taking the regional title honor to receive an award that showcases Sept. 26-28 in New Orleans. for superior achievement, the team's en- what we do." locations in Armywide Vicenza's BOSS program claimed the try was submitted at Army level. In addi- The first-place honor includes a $2,500 health initiative "Best in Army" award for Excellence in tion to the 12 BOSS programs in Europe, cash award which, said Spc. Patty Sam- Army Recreation 2016-2017. there are 48 in the continental United ples, new BOSS Vicenza president, will Jimmy Roddy, director of Sports, Fit- States and 35 others in OCONUS. To go back into the local program. ness and Aquatics for U.S. Army Garri- take top honors is indicative of a strong 5 son Italy's Family and Morale, Welfare & See related story, page 9 Health & Wellness 6 Reinforcing stability effort in Lake Chad Basin Choosing apps for children The emergence of several extremist groups has fueled instability in the region. 7 USARAF is there to help. Retiree Appreciation Day by Sean Kimmons 8 Army News Service Fun-filled Halloween WASHINGTON — United States Army Africa is boosting its security efforts across the Lake Chad Basin this year to 10 deter extremist groups and help embold- Out & About en nations in the distressed region, the acting commander said. A lifeline for many in the region, Lake Chad has drastically shrunk due to inef- ficient damming and irrigation methods. Today, the lake is just about 10 percent of what it was in the 1960s. Second Lt. Michael A. Goss, center, platoon leader in 327th Infantry Regiment, "That's putting a lot of stress on the live- 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), discusses squad-level tactics with Gabonese counterparts during Exercise Judicious Activation in Libreville, Gabon, in July. United lihood of the 40 million people that live States Army Africa is boosting theater security cooperation activities across the in that area," said Brig. Gen. Eugene J. continent, particularly in the Lake Chad Basin, to further support host nation countries. LeBoeuf, acting USARAF commander. (Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Alexandra Hays) The emergence of extremist groups Marathon, Florence such as Boko Haram, Islamic State of gistics and counter-improvised explosive themselves," the general said in an inter- Iraq, and the Levant group in West Af- device training to host nation militaries. view at the Association of the U.S. Army rica linked to an ambush that killed four In fiscal year 2018, the command- ex Annual Meeting and Exposition. Special Forces Soldiers Oct. 4, has also pects to conduct 271 such activities — a One such mission is at Contingency 12 fueled instability. 20 percent jump from the year before. Location Garoua in northern Cameroon, FMWR activities Roughly 7 million people are now in- This is in addition to its four major Ac- where a U.S. Army-led task force is using ternally displaced or refugees in the area, cord exercises and routine medical readi- unmanned aerial vehicles to deliver ISR a number that continues to grow on a dai- ness training events. About 80 percent of capabilities to the Cameroonian military November is ly basis, LeBoeuf said. the upcoming activities will involve the to support its fight against Boko Haram. Native American To help stabilize the region, the com- countries in the Lake Chad Basin: Niger, Many USARAF activities on the con- mand is increasing its theater security Nigeria, Chad and Cameroon. tinent fit into the unit's priority of setting Indian Heritage Month cooperation activities, which can range "That's where our focus lies — primar- the theater, intended to make it easier for from providing intelligence, surveillance ily in building that capacity for our host Did you know? and reconnaissance support as well as lo- nations to be able to do those operations See STABILITY, page 4 The Sequoia tree is named in honor of the Cherokee leader Sequoyah, who helped his people develop an alphabet. Get a grip:

Half of the names of the states in the USA are derived from Put on winter tires Amerindian words, such as Arizona, Connecticut, Kentucky before snow falls and Missouri. VICENZA — The U.S. Army Garrison The word “barbecue” is from Italy Directorate of Emergency Services the Arawakan Indian language reminds community residents that all meaning “framework of sticks." motor vehicles, including motorcycles and four-wheel-drive vehicles, must Native Americans have been have clearly marked winter or all-season living on the American continent tires when there is black ice, snow, slush, since about 12,000 B.C. They ice or frost on European roads. were not a single nation but a That means it is time to change summer rich variety of cultures, peoples, tires to all-season or winter tires. and languages. (from www.factretriever.com) See TIRES, page 9 Opinion & Editorial U.S. Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges

U.S. Army Africa Commander Brig. Gen. VFW honors tradition of poppies Eugene J. LeBoeuf USAG Italy Commander by Rex W. Shuey Jr. and Publisher Veterans of Foreign Wars Col. Erik M. Berdy

VICENZA — Each year on Veterans USAG Italy Public Affairs Supervisor Day, millions of paper poppies are hand- James E. Brooks made by veterans as part of a therapeu- Outlook Editor tic rehabilitation program. Distributed Karin J. Martinez throughout the United States, the dona- tions given in exchange for the poppies Public Affairs Staff are used to support hospitalized and dis- Laura Kreider Chiara Mattirolo abled veterans. Aaron P. Talley This year, VFW Post 8862 will be dis- Anna Terracino tributing poppies in front of the Post Ex- Mark Turney change on Caserma Ederle Nov. 10 and The Outlook is an authorized publication supporting the USAG Italy command Nov. 11. information program as provided by AR Poppies became a symbol of wartime 360-1. All editorial content of the Outlook is death based on a poem called “In Flan- prepared, edited and approved by the USAG ders Fields” written by Lt. Col. John Mc- Italy Public Affairs Office, Unit 31401, Box 10, APO, AE 09630, located in Bldg. 10 on Crae, a Canadian military surgeon, about Wearing poppies in honor of America's war dead is traditional for Memorial Day and Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy. the sight of the brilliant flowers growing Veterans Day. Members of VFW Post 8862 will have a display and poppies at the PX on a bloody World War I battlefield. The on Caserma Ederle Nov. 10 and 11. (VFW courtesy photo) Contents of the Outlook are not necessarily the official news of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Second Battle of Ypres took place in the Government, the Department of Defense, province of West Flanders, Belgium, and gland and Australia to honor the sacrifice practical means of assistance to veterans Department of the Army, Installation the casualties were many, the destruction of lost soldiers. and ensured a steady, reliable source of Management Command-Europe, U.S. severe. In 1921, the American Legion Auxil- poppies. Today, veterans at Department Army Garrison Italy or U.S. Army Africa. In 17 days of battle, heavy artillery iary established the poppy program and of Veterans Affairs medical facilities and The Outlook accepts submissions. Call uprooted the soil, causing poppies lying in August 1922, the poppy was adopted veterans’ homes help assemble the pop- the editor with questions at DSN 637- dormant in the field to bloom in great as the official memorial flower of the pies, and each year the VFW distributes 8031, comm. 0444-61-8031, or submit numbers across the war-torn meadows. Veterans of Foreign Wars at its national roughly 14 million worldwide. via email at [email protected]. A submission does not guarantee publication. Moved by the display of life anew jux- convention in Seattle. This was the first The VFW celebrates the 85th anniver- Submissions may be edited at the discretion taposed against the carnage of war, Mc- nationwide distribution of poppies ever sary of the poppy as its official flower of the Public Affairs staff. Crae penned the poem to honor the sac- conducted by any veteran organization. this year. Courtesy photo in Table of Contents rifice made by the soldiers who lost their In 1923, faced by a shortage of poppies While profits from donations have lives there. from French manufacturers, the VFW helped countless veterans and their wid- The poem has made the red poppy the relied on New York florists to make up ows, widowers and orphans over the national symbol of sacrifice and remem- the difference. The shortage was a huge years, the poppy itself survives as a per- brance of those lost to the ravages of war setback, however, and led to the idea by petual tribute to those who have given since 1919. On Nov. 11 that year, Armi- VFW officials to use unemployed and their lives for the nation's freedom. stice Day (now Veterans Day) was estab- disabled veterans to produce the artificial On this and every day, our gratitude lished because it was the day World War flower. goes out to those who have served, those I formally ended. This concept was approved later that we have lost, and to those who continue The display of poppies has also spread year, and the first poppy factory was built to feel the impact of the sacrifices given to other countries, including Canada, En- in Pittsburgh, in 1924. This provided a for our country.

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Speak Out By Laura Kreider & Chiara Mattirolo Veterans Day is November 11. How do we honor veterans nowadays?

Andrew Huggins Makaylah Brown Pfc. John Blakely Gina Gagin Philip Drake Maj. Thomas Collier Family member Family member 2nd Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt. Family member Community volunteer DMC Chaplain “By giving thanks to those “By holding special “By taking time on our long “(With a) barbecue. It’s “There are multiple “Attending memorial who fought in our country’s community events to weekend to remember the a reference thing for ways: shop discounts, ceremonies; for us wars, by making it clear commemorate them. It is ones who came before us us; on that occasion we appreciation days or military, we represent to them they are respected important that they know and paved the way for the remember those who took just stop people to the continuity between and supported regardless of we appreciate what they ones who serve today." the ultimate sacrifice for show gratitude for their the past and the present. what we think of the war have done, and support our freedom.” Continuity of service and i t s e l f .” service.” them.” connections to people."

2 Outlook November 10, 2017 PISA — November 4 is Italian National Unity Day and Armed Forces Day in remembrance of the end of World War I. In order to honour the memory Italian National Unity, Armed Forces Day of the soldiers who fell in defense of the nation, the president of the Italian Republic reads a message to the country's citizens every year. In Pisa’s town VICENZA — Col. David W. Lile (behind wreath bearer), U.S. Army Africa hall, Prefect Angela Pagliuca read the president’s message during a meeting chaplain, participated in a wreath-laying ceremony Nov. 2 at the Tomb of the with representatives of all armed forces. United States Army Garrison Italy Fallen Heroes at the Vicenza Municipal Cemetery to mark the commemoration Deputy Garrison Manager Catherine Miller and Col. Renato Vaira, Italian of Italian Armed Forces Day. The event brought together elected officials and base commander, attended the event as representatives of the U.S. military Italian veterans, and was part of the observances sponsored by the city to installation. (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office) honor the 99th anniversary of the end of World War I. (Photo by Angela Balbo, USARAF) Communities to participate in new initiative by Karin J. Martinez The program is a joint effort of various healthy eating, increased physical activ- Darby and identify which are being done Outlook Editor stakeholders, according to Christopher itiy, improved sleep and reduction of to- well and those that may need improve- J. Bradford, U.S. Army Garrison Italy's bacco products. ment. For example, one positive healthy VICENZA — The Vicenza and Darby director of Family & Morale, Welfare The reason behind the initiative is sim- activity on Caserma Ederle and Caserma military communities have been identi- and Recreation. Those stakeholders are ple: as written in HAC literature, "a fit Del Din is 24/7 access to fitness centers. fied as pilot locations for a healthy com- Army & Air Force Exchange Services, and healthy fighting force is the founda- The working groups will also make sug- munities initiative, with a site visit team Defense Commissary Agency, Joint Cu- tion of a strong national defense." gestions for new initiatives. New initia- scheduled for Dec. 11-15. linary Center for Excellence, Medical The site team visit will get everything tives could take many forms. Healthy Army Communities is a co- Command and Installation Management started, Bradford said in a meeting with "It may be something as simple as ordinated Armywide effort to improve Command, to name a few. All are expect- the stakeholders Oct. 26. Team repre- healthier vending machine choices," said health and wellness of the total Army ed to pool resources and provide a uni- sentatives will conduct various working Command Sgt. Maj. Mason L. Bryant, community. This includes active-duty fied plan toward healthier communities. groups with the local agencies. USAG Italy command sergeant major. service members, reservists, families, ci- This will include developing short- The working groups will help identify "The first step is the visit in December. vilians and retirees. and long-term initiatives that promote efforts already in place here and at Camp We'll move forward from there." Students embrace Red Ribbon Week, commit to drug-free lifestyle na received orders to Mexico where he ership role in drug ring chains con- by Ilaria Dalla Riva ASAP Volunteer remained on the trail of the country’s prevention, spon- taining about biggest traffickers, in 1985 getting very sored in 1988 the 1,300 personal- close to unlocking a multibillion dollar first National Red ized messages VILLAGGIO — Each year, during the drug pipeline. His battle ended Feb. 7, Ribbon Celebration. written by the last week of October, America shows 1985, before he could expose the drug The event activat- Vicenza Pumas, its commitment to a drug-free lifestyle trafficking operations to the public. ed communities to and walls were during Red Ribbon Week, broadcasting On that day, the 37-year-old was kid- educate youth, en- filled with -col a strong message of intolerance against napped and tortured to death, his body couraging drug pre- orful posters the use of drugs that reaches millions of found March 5 of the same year in the vention activities that illustrate children, families through a theme that the 2017 theme and communities characterizes each (two of them throughout the year’s campaign that shown here). country. reaches millions of Showing off The message was people from Oct. some technical so potent, it tra- 23 to Oct. 31. Red skills, the video versed an ocean Ribbon Week was production class to reach Vicenza then officially -pro made some vid- Middle School Pu- claimed by the U.S. eo commercials mas, who enthusi- Congress on the against the use astically joined the same year through an act that designated of drugs; the graphics class created some celebration and ad- the last week of October as National Red posters; and the computer apps class cre- opted the symbol Ribbon Week, reaffirmed by a series of ated short animated presentations. of their dedication annual Congressional resolutions. “Solving the drug problem requires in standing against Vicenza students participated in Red individual decision-making,” said San- drug abuse. Ribbon Week, this year’s national theme dra Class, manager of the Alcohol and The history that being: “Your future is key, so stay drug- Substance Abuse Program, USAG Italy. fuels the Red Rib- free.” They embraced the slogan that em- “Students must realize that their future bon campaign phasizes that their future is too precious and their choices matter.” was started with to be affected and wasted by drug use. Teachers and parents have the fun- the story of Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, small city of Angostura, in Sinaloa. The students showed their commitment damental duty of educating with the a young man who dreamt of becoming Saddened by his murder, his family, with a variety of meaningful activities purpose of leading children to healthy an agent for the United States Drug En- friends and eventually people all over the scheduled throughout the week. life choices, added Santana Maldona- forcement Administration. Camarena’s country embraced his belief and united These included a different dress code do, counselor, Adolescent Support and dream came true in 1974, when he joined to take a visible stand against drugs. The for each day of the week such as wear- Counseling Services. the DEA, embracing the belief that an in- movement adopted the red ribbon as the ing camouflage or patriotic clothing to “For children of this age, prevention is dividual can make a difference. symbol of Camarena’s memory. “stand strong against drugs” and wearing the key. My hope for this next generation After three years in Calexico, Calif., The National Family Partnership, start- pajamas to symbolically “put drugs to is to know about the danger of drugs be- and four years working for the Fresno ed as a non-profit organization in 1980 by rest.” fore they get caught up in a possible epi- District of Northern California, Camare- a few parents who decided to play a lead- The school has been wrapped in red demic,” Maldonado said.

3 Outlook November 10, 2017 Smokeout: Quitters win when it comes to smoking most important step individuals can take by Karin J. Martinez to enhance the length and quality of their Outlook Editor lives, says the U.S. Surgeon General. On average, compared to people who have One day is all someone needs to begin never smoked, smokers suffer for years the commitment to give up smoking ciga- with more health problems due to their rettes, and the Great American Smokeout smoking and ultimately die earlier — by can be that day. a decade or more — than non-smokers. Since 1976, the Great American Smoke- Here are some smoke-free milestones to out has taken place on the third Thursday keep in mind: of November, falling this year on Nov. 16. •Day One: The body begins to heal. The day is offered as a quit date for those Heart rate and oxygen levels return to ready to take the step of conquering ad- normal. diction and beginning a smoke-free life, •Day Two: Risk of heart attack decreas- according to literature from the American es. Cancer Society. •Week Two: The lungs are working Whether you are a smoker who has better. You will have increased endurance struggled through multiple quit attempts and stamina during physical activity. or just decided it’s finally time to make •Month Two: You are looking good! it happen, the Great American Smokeout Gums, teeth and skin look healthier with- (GASO) could be the perfect day to take out exposure to tobacco. that step toward a healthier, tobacco-free There are many stop-smoking programs life. designed to help smokers along the According to GASO literature, those smoke-free journey, to include websites who can get through one day being smoke with tips and advice, telephone hotlines. free will quickly improve their health and The U.S. Army Health Center-Vicen- save money. za offers a tobacco cessation class each Tobacco use remains the single largest Tuesday at the Wellness Center located in preventable cause of disease and pre- the health clinic on Caserma Ederle. mature death in the United States. As For more information on smoking ces- of 2013, there were 12.4 million cigar sation, contact your primary health care smokers and 2.3 million who smoke to- provider at the health clinic. TRICARE bacco in pipes, also addictive forms of to- beneficiaries may also be able to take ad- bacco. Among the military, smoking var- vantage of the Freedom Quitline Program ies significantly by service with the U.S. (1-844-I-AM-FREE), a telephone quit Marine Corps holding the highest rate of line that also provides free nicotine re- smoking at 30.9 percent, the Army com- placement therapy over the phone. Check ing in second with 26.7 percent, Navy at with TRICARE to see if you are eligible 24.4 percent and the Air Force with 16.7 for this program. percent, according to the Campaign for Save the date! The Great American Tobacco-Free Kids. Smokeout is just the beginning. Commit Smoking cessation represents the single to quitting tobacco on Nov.16. STABILITY continued from page 1 Employee Spotlight U.S. forces to arrive in a country when an emergency occurs. This kind of strategic readiness became helpful in Li- This week, the Outlook puts the beria during the Ebola virus outbreak in 2014, which spotlight on Giuseppe Ricci, who went on to kill thousands of people in the small West works for the Defense Commissary African nation. Agency at Camp Darby. Using relationships already forged by the Michigan Army National Guard, as part of USARAF's state part- Position/organization: nership program, U.S. forces were quickly able to gain Store director, commissary access in Liberia to help slow the spread of the deadly virus, the general said. Overview of job/duties: "You can't surge trust," LeBouef said. "In an emergen- “I contribute by supporting our cy or crisis, it's too late to establish trust in a relationship. military and their families. I make You have to do that in advance." sure we receive all the goods that Those connections could also be beneficial if Ameri- the customers are looking for; if cans, such as U.S. embassy personnel, need to be evac- uated from an African country during a crisis, he added. the item is not available, I order it United States military operations in Africa does come from the closest commissary to en- with its challenges. At 3.5 times the size of the conti- sure customer satisfaction. I help nental U.S. and with more than 2,100 languages, Africa through sponsoring several commu- presents a complex mission for the command that relies nity events during the year, such as on ongoing host-nation support. trick-or-treating, healthy eating day "When you have relationships with friends and families, and many more. I also collaborate you have to continue to cultivate those relationships," he with the school.” said. "It's the same thing with setting the theater. You have to continue to cultivate enduring relationships." Major accomplishments or goals: USARAF has seen recent success on this with the “My goals are to improve my skills growth of its African Land Forces Summit, an annual providing the best customer service event that brings together African land force command- day by day.” ers to discuss challenges and the ways ahead. Malawi held the last summit in May, with 42 of the 53 African nations and four international partners partici- What do you like best about your pating. European military leaders have also shown inter- job? est in further engaging African nations after USARAF (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office) “Helping customers.” officials were invited to give a presentation last month during the European Land Force Summit in Rome. "They were just amazed at the scope of our engage- ment across the continent," LeBoeuf said. The next issue of the Outlook will be delivered and published online Nov. 22. While more assistance for African nations is expected This is an early edition so readers will have the paper before in the near future, the general said security and stability the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Deadline for submissions is Nov. 16. efforts would likely be ongoing for decades to come. "We're at a long game. We're talking generational Anyone with questions about submissions or other concerns should contact changes," he said. "When you look at the whole of Afri- the Outlook Editor at the ca and the whole of individual nations, it's generational USAG Italy Public Affairs Office for them to continue to develop and meet their aspira- at DSN 637-8031, comm. 0444-61-8031. tions. It's not going to happen overnight."

4 Outlook November 10, 2017 Health & Wellness Taking control of your health means taking control of your life weren’t thinking, “I bet this will help me stay healthy, by Tamara Passut Wellness center Contributor look younger and live longer.” But now is the time to Anyone who needs help in this area should contact the reconsider why you are still doing it, despite knowing Army Wellness Center located in the health clinic. The the damage it is doing to your health. center can perform a simple metabolic assessment to VICENZA — There is an old saying: “An ounce of pre- You are never too old to quit, and it is entirely possible help customers identify a calorie-reduction strategy to vention is worth a pound of cure.” if your new priority is to be healthier, younger-looking meet your weight-loss goals. This month, the U.S. Army Health Center-Vicenza and to live longer. Additionally, the Health Clinic Dietitian offers Fit for endorses Tobacco Cessation Month, National Diabetes Talk to your primary care provider today about how to Performance classes. These classes provide scientifical- Month and Healthy Eating Month with hopes of bring- quit smoking with support, medications and a true desire ly based lifestyle and behavior modification programs ing attention to two things individuals can take control to stop. (See related article, page 4.) designed to help Soldiers, Army beneficiaries and De- of to keep yourself healthy — avoiding tobacco and nic- partment of the Army civilians meet their healthy goals. otine and maintaining a consistent, moderate diet. Unhealthy eating The six-session program covers weight loss, how to These goals are realistic for everyone and could be Overeating or eating unhealthy foods is a choice and maximize workout performance, nutrition, setting your- monumental in preventing common illnesses and life-al- an ongoing battle against a desire for instant gratification self up for success, and learning about the psychological tering diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer. versus our brain’s awareness that it is a bad choice and aspects of weight control and stress eating. As the years go by and your mind starts focusing more we are hurting ourselves. As December approaches and New Year’s resolutions on your health, you may change perspective on what’s Taking control over impulses to indulge on a daily basis are forming, just remember it’s up to you to take control important. will provide you with a freedom of preventative control of your health! over the many unhealthy outcomes of being overweight, To make an appointment, call the main appointment Smoking and having high cholesterol, high blood pressure and di- line at DSN 636-9000, comm. 0444-61-9000 When you chose to start smoking, using chewing to- abetes. Shop in the fruits and vegetable aisles the most. (Passut is the Patient Advocate and Public Affairs Represen- bacco or long-term tobacco supplements, you probably Make most of plate vegetables and lean meats. tative for USAHC-Vicenza.) Pain management and treatment may include many methods, options and treatment options. Some options have by Tamara Passut Contributor been found to be just as helpful in pain relief with little to any side effects. First, VICENZA — The level of pain tolerable providers need to assess what can be done to one person will most likely not be the to completely fix whatever has caused the same to another. It is important to know pain. Many tests and studies may be done about, and differentiate from, two forms to identify the cause and apply the treat- of pain: acute and chronic. ment to cure the patient, not just treat pain Acute pain is a short-term response to symptoms. tissue damage or injury. For example, For the symptom of pain, there are stubbing a toe, a sore throat, a burn or many proven alternatives to narcotic pain breaking a bone are associated with acute relief. Some of these include physical pain. For this kind of pain, one may just therapy through exercise, stretching, Tai “walk it off” or seek some help from an Chi, massage, tens units, dry needling, anti-inflammatory drug such as Ibuprofen traction, ultrasound, Cognitive Behavior- or a pain reliever such as Acetaminophen. al Therapy, acupuncture, interventional Acute pain also goes away within a few injections and functional recovery pro- minutes to a few weeks. grams. The first stop for anyone having pain Chronic pain, however, has been the It's important for patients to understand the difference between acute and chronic source of many stories about treatment pain and to realize that treatment for pain can sometimes by difficult.(Courtesy photo) longer than three months is to establish a options in the news media and medical relationship with a primary care provider. journals. on the person’s life.” sis, can have many side effects to include It may be helpful also to revisit a treat- Mark Mollner, family nurse practitioner The Opioid Crisis, discussed in many constipation, sedation, cloudy thinking, ment that did not work in the past because and pain champion for the Primary Care public forums, reflects the difficulties delayed reaction times, poor or disrupted pain changes, and if there is no new tissue Clinic on Caserma Ederle, sees patients medical providers have had in treating sleep, osteoporosis and decreased testos- damage, perhaps some recovery has tak- on a regular basis who experience chron- patients with chronic pain while trying to terone. en place or the treatment will be different ic pain. Chronic pain is pain that lasts lon- help patients live as pain-free as possible. “Over the last 20 years we have seen the at a new location. ger than three to six months. “In the late ‘90s, there was a sense that problems associated with chronic narcot- Mollner emphasizes, “Just because you “While chronic or persistent pain may we, as healthcare professionals, were not ic use including abuse, addiction, diver- are not prescribed narcotics does not have started as a result of tissue injury, effectively treating pain. And at that time sion, overdose and worsening pain in the mean that we don’t believe you have pain it is not usually associated with ongoing several extended-release opioids had been patient,” said Mollner. Just like with oth- and we aren’t treating your pain. We have tissue damage,” said Mollner. “The main developed and brought to market when er drugs, the more you use, the more you lots of options to offer to help patients goals for pain management related to narcotics were commonly prescribed for will need to get the same effect. with chronic pain and those options are chronic pain are to minimize the overall just about all pain. Now the use of narcot- Since everyone is different, medical pro- more effective and safer in the long run.” ics has skyrocketed,” said Mollner. viders recognize that there is a need for a (Passut is the Patient Advocate and Public level of pain while not harming the pa- Affairs Representative for USAHC-Vicenza.) tient, and minimize the effects of the pain Narcotics use, especially on a daily ba- variety of chronic pain reduction methods

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5 Outlook November 10, 2017 Move over, Katniss Everdeen, here come the Girl Scouts VICENZA — Girls from Brownie Troop 53 here met up with Ladi Pecsuk, an instructor with Child & Youth Services, to learn about archery Oct. 23. Troop leaders Ana LaForgia and Becky Bonney coordinated the event so the girls could earn their Archery fun patch.

“As a troop leader, I am always trying to find new activities for the girls to try,” LaForgia said. “This was a great partnership between the Girl Scouts and CYS. It gave our girls exposure to new sport that they probably would not have tried by themselves.”

Many of the scouts are interested in taking archery in the spring because of this event, she said.

Pictured from left to right are 8-year-olds Marley Robbins, Valentina LaForgia, Savannah Ayala, Aspen Shultz, Savannah Hardin, Caidyn Doughton, Hayden Dobbins; and 10-year-old Ida LaForgia, who is a Junior Girl Scout. Pecsuk is standing behind the archers. (Photo by Ana LaForgia)

Parent & Child Practical advice for parents to help choose apps wisely towards ensuring that you and your chil- there anything inappropriate or incon- helping hand. If you have an app in By Mieke VanderBorght dren rule their media use, and not the mind, but aren't sure if it's right for your Contributor sistent with your family's values (think other way around. Being thoughtful, pur- language, consumerism violence, etc.)? child, or you're looking for an app to, for poseful, aware and educated about the Consider what the app does. Does it en- example, let your child express his/her VICENZA — Remember when phones powers and pitfalls of media use is really gage children, that is, does it require ac- creative side, look for reviews and app used to be for making phone calls? Then more than half the battle. Now that you're tual mental effort beyond simply swiping suggestions. came text messaging, and by now, the here, consider the following: and tapping? Does it get children think- For example, the non-profit organiza- great majority of us carry around minia- ing without distracting them with too tion Common Sense Media (www.com- ture computers in our back pockets. Purpose much music, monsense. Children born into this world are called Ask yourself what you (or your child) loud sound ef- org) has ex- digital natives, and for a good reason: 98 are looking for in an app. Do you want fects, or exces- pert reviews percent of homes with children under something that will inspire your child's sive bells and of thousands eight years of age have a mobile device. creative side? Something to teach foun- whistles? What of apps for And it's not just the adults using those dational math skills? Practice the ABC's? does the app children as devices. Help your child connect with others? Or actually do? If well reviews The time children under eight spend on something that simply lets your child re- it says it teach- of other me- mobile devices has tripled since 2013, lax and have fun? es the ABC's, dia products. to an average of 48 minutes per day, and The answer to this question of purpose does it actually There, and at one third of all screen time is mobile. Go- can help guide your search and narrow offer ample - in other sites, ing up the age scale, by the time we reach things down quite a bit. Conversely, if teraction with you can read the teen years, children spend upwards you're looking at an app and wondering letters? blogs, advice of an average of four hours per day with if it's right for your child, ask the same and guides mobile media. question: what does this app do and is it Context for choosing So what are children doing with all that something my child needs or would en- Ask yourself, why am I using this app? the best media for your children. time they spend staring at screens on mo- joy? Does it have meaning for my child and bile devices? Some of it is certainly spent where he or she is developmentally? Children need ample time to explore with apps. With tens of thousands of apps Age Does it enhance social interaction, such their real-world surroundings and inter- available for download, there's certainly The App Store lists a recommended age as allow my child to talk to a faraway act with real live people. But, starting in a lot to choose from, yet very little guid- range for each app, but take this sugges- loved one? Can I play with my child and the preschool years, parents may allow ance on how to choose best. tion with a grain of salt. You should not talk to him/her about what he/she is do- their children to have some screen expe- One would think an app's categoriza- only consider your child's actual age in ing? riences. And with all those mobile devic- tion would give a clue: the App Store numbers, but also your child's emotion- es right at our fingertips, it's natural for labels apps as games, entertainment, ed- al and mental age. Some three-year-olds Offer some parents to want to take advantage ucational and so on. However, all it takes are ready for academic content earlier What does this app offer my child? of the newest technology. for an app to be classified as educational than other three-year-olds. Some teens Does the fact that this game is digital al- Making purposeful, thoughtful deci- is for its developers to label it as such. can handle certain social media apps low it to do something special? Is there sions about what apps your children use What's a parent looking for a new app to whereas others of the same age may not a good reason for why my child is doing — and staying involved, even as your do? Read on for some expert tips to help be ready yet. Consider who your child is this activity on a screen rather than off children get older — is a major step in parents navigate the vast world of apps, and whether or not the content or purpose screen? Or is it something children could teaching them to be savvy media citizens. and choose the best product for their chil- of an app is right for where your child is easily do just as well, if not better, with- dren. developmentally. out a screen? (VanderBorght has a Ph.D. in developmental psy- First off, parents: congratulations for chology. She is a Child Development Specialist/ Media Educator and Family Advocacy Program being involved in your child's media Content Resources Parent-Child Educator and Emergency Place- life. You've already taken the first step Look carefully at what's in the app. Is Consult experts and resources for a ment Coordinator for U.S. Army Garrison Italy.) Chapel activities Need assistance? Chapel Services, Vicenza Saint Mark’s Catholic Women Jewish: Call chapel for more information. VMC Chapel, Building 29 of the Chapel Del Din Soldier Ministry Don’t know Phone: 637-7575 9 a.m.-noon Mondays Call DSN 637-4690 for information.

Sunday schedule Youth of the Chapel whom to 9-10 a.m. Roman Catholic Grades 6-12 5:30-8 p.m. Chapel Services, Camp Darby 11 a.m.-noon Protestant Wednesdays DSN 633-7267, comm. 050-54-7267 call? 1:30-3 p.m. Gospel Call chapel for location. 24/7 Chaplain Crisis Line 5-6 p.m. Contemporary 634-KARE (5273) or 0444-71-5273 Call the Protestant Bible/book studies Chapel Activity Room, Building 29 Sunday schedule Chaplain Hotline. Protestant Women’s Bible Studies 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays Camp Darby Chapel DSN 9:15 a.m.-noon Tuesdays Gospel Service/Bible Study 9-10 a.m. Roman Catholic 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Protestant 637-2273 (CARE), The Church of Jesus Christ of Protestant Men of the Chapel Latter-Day Saints Protestant Women of the Chapel comm. Bible Study 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays Building 395 Bible Study 0444-66-2273 6:30-7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays

6 Outlook November 10, 2017 Bill Murphy (right), who retired from U.S. Army Garrison Italy earlier this year, spent some time looking at benefits information during the Retiree Appreciation Day event. More than 100 people who reside locally or those who were Local retirees stop by VMC Retiree Appreciation Day visiting the area attended the event and had the opportunity to stop at several CASERMA EDERLE — Retirees in the Vicenza Military Community received VMC agencies that provided services including medical, Social Security and information and had the opportunity to obtain flu shots during the annual Retiree administrative concerns. Appreciation Day Oct. 26 at the Health Center here. Above: Brianna Norton, Vicenza Army Wellness Center, checks the blood pressure of retired U.S. Army To view more photos from the event, visit the USAG Italy Flickr site at https:// Lt. Col. Mario Gargiulo. www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/albums/72157688786459514.

(Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

What you need to know At the movies to file a flood claim Murder on the mitigation. Use of large fans may speed Orient Express By Julie Evans the drying process and stop mold devel- (Rated PG-13) Contributor opment. A lavish trip through Europe Notify: Anyone with private insurance quickly unfolds into a race VICENZA — Severe thunderstorms in coverage, notify the insurance compa- against time to solve a murder spring and fall can bring heavy rains to ny immediately. Some private renters’, aboard a train. Everyone's Vicenza, and intense rainfall over a short homeowners’ or personal property insur- a suspect when Detective time can lead to flooding. ance will cover flood damage. Hercule Poirot arrives to While people cannot control weather Before the Military Claims Office can interrogate all passengers and conditions, they can take precautions to adjudicate a claim, regulations require search for clues before the protect personal property from severe that claimants first file with private insur- killer can strike again. flood damage. ers. During periods of heavy rainfall, base- Substantiation: Document damaged Nov. 10 7 p.m. Murder on the Orient Express (PG-13) ments and other low-lying areas may property. Gather all information about 10 p.m. Daddy’s Home 2 (PG-13) become flooded. Avoid damage in the your personal property including pur- future by storing property off basement chase receipts or credit card transactions, Nov. 11 3 p.m. Daddy’s Home 2 (PG-13) floors (e.g., on shelves or wooden pal- each individual item’s replacement val- 6 p.m. Murder on the Orient Express (PG-13) lets) and out of low-lying areas. ue, steps you took to salvage the property Nov. 12 3 p.m. Thor: Ragnarok (PG-13) When driving, remember that two feet (e.g., cleaning bills), and an explanation of water can carry away most vehicles, for why you did not keep certain property 6 p.m. Murder on the Orient Express (PG-13) so be aware and never drive through a (e.g., it was covered with mold and pre- Nov. 15 7 p.m. Daddy’s Home 2 (PG-13) flooded roadway. sented a health hazard). Nov. 16 7 p.m. Murder on the Orient Express (PG-13) If a flood does cause property damage Include all available photographs of the Nov. 17 7 p.m. Justice League 3D (PG-13) at on– or off-post quarters, Department property before damage, after damage, of Defense military and after mitigation at- 10 p.m. Murder on the Orient Express (PG-13) and civilian personnel tempts. Nov. 18 3 p.m. The Star (PG) may be compensated While people cannot The more specific and 6 p.m. Justice League (PG-13) for damaged personal control weather conditions, detailed the information, property through the they can take precautions the better. Finally, con- Nov. 19 3 p.m. The Star (PG) local Military Claims tact the Vicenza Claims 6 p.m. Wonder (PG) to protect personal property. Office to schedule a Office. Nov. 22 7 p.m. Wonder (PG) Soldiers and civil- claims loss and damage ians have two years from the incident inspection. Nov. 23 7 p.m. Justice League (PG-13) date to file a claim. However, those who Retention: Do not immediately throw Nov. 24 7 p.m. Coco 3D (PG) wait the full two years may have difficul- away items that appear to be damaged. 10 p.m. Last Flag Flying (R) ty substantiating losses and significantly Remember, mitigation and substantia- reduce the likelihood of compensation. tion. Nov. 25 3 p.m. Coco (PG) The following information will help In particular, the more expensive the 6 p.m. Roman J. Israel, Esq. (PG-13) ensure the claim is properly adjudicated. item, the better it is to keep it until the Nov. 26 3 p.m. Roman J. Israel, Esq. (PG-13) Photos: Be sure to take photos of the claim is settled. In some cases, claimants damage. Take photos or video of the may be able to place the item on a balco- 6 p.m. Last Flag Flying (R) flooded area, if safe to do so. After wa- ny or in a garage/carport. Nov. 29 7 p.m. Last Flag Flying (R) ter recedes, take photos of the high wa- However, if the item appears to be a Nov. 30 7 p.m. Roman J. Israel, Esq. (PG-13) ter mark. Take photos of every damaged health hazard, photograph and document item and any container used for its stor- the state of the item and contact the Vi- https://www.shopmyexchange.com/reel-time-theatres/Vicenza. age. cenza Claims Office before throwing it Movie schedule is provided by AAFES. Mitigate loss: Claimants have a duty away. to take all necessary steps in order to For more information on flood damage Admission minimize damage. Simply stated, be claims procedures, contact the Claims 3D first run: Adult $8.50/Under 12 $5.75 sure to clean, disinfect and dry every- Office in Building 241 on Caserma Eder- 3D second run: Adult $8/Under 12 $5.50 thing that got wet. le, or call DSN 637-8831/32, comm. First run: Adult $6.50/Under 12, $3.75; Second run: Adult $6/Under 12 $3.50 The Military Claims Office may not be 0444-61-8831/32 and ask to speak with Schedule is subject to change without notice. able to provide compensation for items a member of the claims team. that could have been salvaged through (Evans works in the Legal Assistance Office.)

7 Outlook November 10, 2017 A spook-tacular good time

CAMP DARBY — Deputy Garrison Manager Catherine Miller hands out candy during office trick-or-treating with the help of Italian Base Commander Col. Renato Vaira. (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office)

VICENZA — Above: Captain Hook, played by 6-year-old Rocky Young, poses for a portrait. Young was one of hundreds of children who took part in the annual Halloween celebration at Villaggio housing area Oct. 28. Right: A trick-or-treater pauses to take a photo before she's off to get more candy. Below: Hundreds of costume-clad children roamed throughout the housing area during the Cinzia Siciliano, Camp Darby librarian, offers Halloween candy to a Batman event. impersonator at the post library while ghost librarian Susanna Marini helps. As a (Photos by Mark Turney, tradition, Halloween celebrations at Darby begin at the post library with story hour VMC Public Affairs Office) for community children. (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office)

8 Outlook November 10, 2017 BOSS offers opportunities, welcomes new members would say to Soldiers who do not par- by Karin J. Martinez Outlook Editor ticipate in BOSS activities, he offered: “I would recommend BOSS to any Sol- dier. It’s a good organization with good VICENZA — Quality of life, commu- people, and there are opportunities you nity service, and recreation and leisure. can get with BOSS that you won’t get These are the three pillars of the Better anywhere else. Going to meetings and Opportunities for Single Soldiers pro- events gives you a chance to meet new gram, commonly known as BOSS. people and unwind from the high op tem- The U.S. Army created BOSS in 1989 po of many Soldiers stationed here.” to help commanders address the well-be- As the organization’s new president, ing and morale issues of single and unac- Samples said she has specific goals for companied Soldiers in their units. Since the coming year. its inception, BOSS has grown Army- “I want to keep the momentum going wide to 48 programs in the continental because BOSS in Vicenza has been do- United States and 47 outside the United ing some great things,” she said. “I also States. would like to increase volunteerism and BOSS falls under the umbrella of G9, create more visibility to what we’re do- Family & Morale, Welfare and Recre- ing. I want to try to cater to as many ation, and is managed at each installation groups of people as I can by understand- by a civilian adviser, an elected group New BOSS Vicenza President Spc. Patty Samples (green T-shirt) participates in a ing their needs and desires and what of organization officers (President, Vice bike-riding event in Verona. The Oct. 21 excursion took the Soldiers on a 15-mile they want the program to look like. And President, Secretary and Treasurer) and bike ride, lunch and a seaway tour of the city. Samples was selected by USAG finally, increase the opportunity for Sol- Soldier representatives from installation Italy Command Sgt. Maj. Mason L. Bryant to succeed Sgt. Dallas Henry, who has become the BOSS representative for IMCOM-Europe. (Courtesy photo) diers to participate in the art and cultural units. The garrison command sergeant events so we can really take advantage of major oversees the program. living in Italy.” Here in Vicenza, the program has Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. “But back riding, bike rides, bagging grocer- thrived under the leadership of Scott ies at the commissary, cooking classes in there is more to what BOSS does that Contact information Gordon, civilian BOSS adviser, and Sgt. benefits the Soldier.” Venice, community cleanup projects, to Vicenza’s BOSS program hosts meet- Dallas Henry, BOSS President 2016- For example, Henry said, the voice of name a few. ing every other Wednesday at 3 p.m. at 2017. As Henry moves on to become the the Soldier had an effect on haircut pric- the alternate locations of Caserma Del BOSS representative at Headquarters, es in the Post Exchange. When a concern BOSS opportunities Din and Caserma Ederle. The meetings Installation Management Command-Eu- was raised about the price of a haircut in “There are so many opportunities for include BOSS representatives and key rope, he passes the torch to Spc. Patricia the AAFES barber shop, the BOSS team Soldiers with BOSS,” said Samples, people from the community, and are (Patty) Samples, who was selected by went to work. They met with an AAFES who is a native of Croton, Ohio, and has open to anyone. USAG Italy Command Sgt. Maj. Mason representative, went outside the gate to served in the Army for 3 1/2 years. “My Operation hours for BOSS at the War- L. Bryant in October. compare prices at local hair establish- experience has opened me to what the rior Zone on Del Din are as follows: ments, and ended up with a cost that is Army has to offer, and here in Italy, it has Saturday-Monday, closed; Tuesday Becoming involved less than — but comparable to — what is given me the opportunity to do things With many moving parts, it’s important paid on the economy. and go places I may not have done on my and Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. On that single and geographically separated But that’s just one example of the pro- own. I was that Soldier who was too shy Ederle, at the Outdoor Recreation office: Soldiers know what BOSS does and how gram at work. BOSS Soldiers also have to get out by myself, but things changed Saturday-Monday, closed; Wednesday to get involved. the opportunity to coordinate and partic- when I started participating in BOSS. I and Friday, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Any- “Most people know about the recre- ipate in community service projects, life have met so many good people in this one who’d like more information about ation side of BOSS, such as the trips skills events and fun, healthy recreation- community, and it’s made my time here participating in the program should call and sporting activities,” said Henry, a al activities, Samples said. They have so much better.” DSN 637-2712, comm. 0444-66-2712, six-year veteran who came to Italy from played host to such activities as horse- Henry agreed. When asked what he or +39 346-631-2567.

TIRES News briefs continued from page 1 Winter driver's training Regiment’s First Combat Drop discussion will be Dec. In most parts of the country, for driving purpos- Winter Driving Training is a mandatory requirement 13 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Del Din dining facility es, winter lasts from Nov. 15 to April 15, though that goes into effect Nov. 15 for the United States leaders room. “Casablanca” (1942) will be shown Dec. in the Aosta Valley it starts Oct. 15, and in other Army Garrison Italy community. To obtain the “Winter 20 7-9 p.m. at the Warrior Zone. For more information, mountainous regions on Nov. 1. Drivers Training” stamp on the government license, contact the ASA history coordinator at asa history@ Many areas in Italy require M+S rated tires on drivers must attend one of the training sessions listed gmx.com. All events, discussions and meetings are cars from Nov. 15 to April 15, but if Soldiers, ci- below. Those who do not obtain the stamp will not open to all visitors, commuters and residents, to vilians or their families are traveling into the Alps be allowed to dispatch/operate a vehicle in USAG include Italian, American or EU citizens; contractors, (Germany, Austria and Switzerland), those dates Italy. The Safety Office will provide several training civilians, family, friends, military, retirees, veterans or are Oct. 15 through Easter. sessions in both English and Italian in the post theater. volunteers. Winter tires reduce braking on slick road con- Bring OF 346 (motor vehicle license) . ditions by 42 percent compared to all-season Nov. 14: 9 a.m. English; Nov. 14:10 a.m. Italian; Nov. Screen-ager presentation tires. If drivers are involved in a traffic accident, 14: 1 p.m. English; and Nov. 14: 2 p.m. Italian. The Adolescent Support and Counseling Services or stopped by law enforcement and inspected in Anyone with questions about this training should team will present "The Modern Day Screen-ager: The one of the aforementioned countries, drivers could contact Debby Gonzales at the Garrison Safety Office, Social Lives of Networked Teens" at 1 p.m. Nov. 17. face hefty fines for not having proper tires. DSN 637-8902. The presentation will take place after parent-teacher The rules in Italy, set by each region, revolve conferences at Vicenza High School, Room 39. around the requirement to carry snow chains on VA benefits office closures Participants will learn about and discuss such topics particular roads over the winter period, as denoted The Veterans Transition Assistance Program office as boundaries, identity, privacy, bullying, effects of by signs , though tires marked M&S, MS or M+S announces the following closures for the VA Benefits social media on behaviors and the brain, and trending are a legally acceptable alternative. Fines for not Advisor's Office: Nov. 10, Nov. 13-17, Nov. 23and apps. Sign up at the following link: http://www. having the proper tires range from €80 to €318. Dec. 26-29. signupgenius.com/tabs/33770de03a5ccebc60-vhs. According to the UN-ECE-Regulation (ECE-R 30 and 54), EC Directives (Directive 92/23 EEC), Dental clinic hours Tax Center volunteers needed and Road Traffic Ordinance (§36), winter tires The Vicenza Military Community dental clinic will The Vicenza Tax Center is currently looking for must be marked with M+S (M&S, M.S.). This be closed Nov. 10, Nov. 23 and Dec. 25; there will be volunteers to serve in a number of different roles applies also to all-season tires. Some useful in- reduced staffing Nov. 24, Nov. 25 and Dec. 18-29. The beginning January 2018. Volunteers don’t need a formation is also the “snowflake“ or “mountain” clinic remains open on training holidays for routine background in finance or experience in tax preparation marking (in addition to the M + S marking), which dental care. to apply — in fact, the Tax Center will provide certifies the tire passed a test on its winter qual- required training. The center offers flexible hours to ities. However, this marking is not compulsory. Strategy events take place suit volunteers' schedules. The marking M+S is sufficient for a winter or an The Army Strategist Association has organized events Stop by Bldg. 166 to fill out an interest card or apply all-season tire. The marking is on the sidewall and in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of World through the Army Community Service volunteer office specifies that the tire is still safe in mud and snow War II Operation Torch. Events are conducted on by Nov. 1. (better traction). Wednesdays: “Sahara” (1943) movie showing will In lieu of snow or all-season tires, drivers may be Nov. 15 7-9 p.m. at the Caserma Del Din Warrior Transition center operation hours use snow chains, and the chains must be on board Zone. A National Strategy and Policy discussion Effective immediately, the USAG Italy Transition if vehicle is not equipped with winter or all-season group meets Nov. 29 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Del Din Center hours are: Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 9-11:30 tires. Find general information about winter tire library conference room. A History, Heritage, and a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 9-11:30 a.m.; and rules around Europe at: https://www.blackcircles. Culture discussion group meets Nov. 29 5-6 p.m. in the closed Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The new hours com/tyres/winter-tyres/laws-and-legislation. History Room, Bldg. 173, Del Din. A 509th Infantry are effective immediately until further notice.

9 Outlook November 10, 2017 Out & About by Anna Terracino Van Gogh Alive Exhibit Montagnana (Padova): Nov. 19, 8 a.m. to sunset, in Piazza Maggiore 150, about 27 miles south of Vicenza (60 Christmas in Verona Nov. 22-Jan. 28, Verona, Palazzo della Gran Guardia, vendors) Piazza Brà; Mondays-Thurs- Padova: Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Prato della Valle and Via days, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri- Umberto I, about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza (180 ven- days-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11 dors) p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Soave (Verona): Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antonio Explore Van Gogh’s work and Marogna and Corso Vittorio Emanuele, about 23 miles life experiences during the west of Vicenza, (110 vendors) period 1880 to 1890. See his works in hyper-fine detail, with special attention paid MERCATINI DI NATALE to key features. Entrance fee: €14; reduced €12; get fami- CHRISTMAS MARKETS ly discounts by buying your ticket online. http://www.ticketone.it/van- ASIAGO gogh-alive-verona-biglietti. I Giardini di Natale html?affiliate=ITT&doc=ar- Christmas Gardens tistPages%2Ftickets&fun=ar- Nov. 11-Jan. 7. On Nov. 18, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, and Dec. tist&action=tickets&erid=2003525 16, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. and 3-7 p.m.; Nov. 12, Nov. VENETO & NEARBY 19 Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 7-10, Dec. 17, and Dec. 22-Jan. Spazio Casa 7, 10:30 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Dec. 1, Dec. 15, 3-7 p.m. Wooden Exhibition of furnishing, home accessories and booths feature a large variety of Christmas items and wedding articles Artepadova gifts ideas; food booths with local specialties and vin Nov. 24-Dec. 3, Vicenza, Via dell'Oreficeria 16; Thurs- Art Exhibit brulè (mulled wine). days-Fridays, 3-9 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-8 Nov. 10-12, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., p.m. This fair is dedicated to classical, country and BOLZANO Padova, Via Niccolò Tommaseo. International exhibit ethnical furnishings, modern and contemporary fur- Nov. 24-Jan. 6, open daily, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Dec. 1, of modern and contemporary paintings, sculptures, nishings, stoves and chimneys, garden and patio furni- 10 a.m.-midnight; Dec. 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dec. 31, 10 drawings, and prints. Entrance fee: €8, reduced €4. ture, clothing and wedding articles. Free entrance. a.m.-6 p.m.; Jan. 1, 2018, noon-7 p.m.; Dec. 25, closed; Piazza Walther. More than 80 stallholders in their typ- Cosmofood Van Gogh – Tra il Grano e il Cielo Food, Beverage and Technology Fair ical little huts. They will offer traditional seasonal gifts Van Gogh Exhibit – Between Wheat and Sky such as handmade wooden, glass and ceramic prod- Nov. 11-14, 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m., Vicenza, Via dell’Orefi- Through April ,8 Vicenza, Palladian Basilica, Piazza ceria 16. This fair is dedicated to the industry of food, ucts along with Christmas tree decorations, delicious dei Signori, Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri- seasonal pastries and many original gifts. There will be professional equipment and enogastronomy. Visitors days-Sundays, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. The main works by Van will have the chance to meet the best manufacturers of plenty of food specialties available plus mulled wine. Gogh are on display for a major monographic exhi- Children’s Christmas market where kids can take an the field, participate in seminars, demonstrations and bition dedicated to the great artist featuring over 120 workshops. Entrance fee: €8; free for children younger active part baking Christmas cookies and make small works among paintings and drawings. Curated by Christmas decorations and presents. than 10. Marco Goldin, this is the biggest exhibition ever ded- Festival Irlandese icated to Van Gogh in Italy and retraces Van Gogh’s BUSSOLENGO (Verona) Irish Festival life and artistic evolution throughout an insightful art Villaggio di Natale Flover itinerary. Entrance fee: €14; reduced €11 (for students Nov. 10-11, 6 p.m.-1 a.m.; Nov. 12, noon-midnight; Florer Christmas Village younger than 26 and senior citizens older than 65); €8 Pordenone, Viale Treviso 1; Celtic village; antique mu- Nov. 4–Jan. 7, Via Pastrengo 16, daily 9 a.m.-7:30 (children aged 6-17); free for children younger than sical instruments exhibit; live Celtic music and Irish p.m.; closed Dec. 25, Jan. 1. Christmas Village where six. dances; traditional dances workshops. Entrance fee: Santa Claus and his elves wait for children to play and offer them snacks; every Monday from 4-6 p.m. free €10; reduced €5 for children aged 5-10; free for chil- Botero Exhibit dren younger than 5. bread-making workshop for children. All children Through April 29, Verona, Palazzo Forti, Via Achille who give a letter to Santa Claus will receive a free Antica Fiera di San Martino Forti 1; Mondays, 2:30-7:30 p.m.; Tuesdays-Sundays, “magic Christmas key.” Entrance fee: €2 on weekends Traditional Saint Martin Festival 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. The exhibition is divided into sec- and Italian holidays; free on weekdays. tions devoted to the different themes. The first section Nov. 12, noon-8 p.m., Breganze (Vicenza), Piazza focuses on sculpture, passing on to versions by ancient Mazzini. Food booths open at noon; local products LEVICO TERME masters, works in which Botero combines Latin Amer- and crafts exhibit and sale; trade shows; folk music and Nov. 25-Jan. 6. Open Nov. 26, Dec. 1, Dec. 3, Dec. 7-8, ican and western culture; other sections are dedicated dances. At 2:30 p.m., Piazza del Donatore, threshing Dec. 10, Dec. 15, Dec. 17, Dec. 22-24; Dec. 26-Jan. 6, to religion, politics, and Latin American life. Entrance (separation of seeds from the husks) demonstration, 10 a.m.-7 pm.; 10 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Dec. 2, Dec. 9, and Dec. fee: €14 (it includes an audioguide). antique agricultural vehicles exhibit and free visit to 16 it closes at 10:30 p.m. Christmas caroling, Santa the local bell tower. Claus, horse-drawn carriage tours. Radioamatore2 MARKETS MERANO (Bolzano) Amateur Radio Fair Nov. 24-Jan. 6, Piazza Duomo and surrounding down- Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., and Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., VENETO town streets. Sundays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri- Pordenone, Viale Treviso 1. National exhibit of radio days, Saturdays, and Italian holidays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; equipment, Hi-Fi, electronics and information tech- Dec. 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Jan. 1, Lonigo (Vicenza): Nov. 12, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Garibaldi, 10:30 a.m.07 p.m.; Jan 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed on Dec. nology. Entrance fee: €8.50; reduced €7 for children Piazza XX Settembre, Via Ognibene, about 20 miles south- ages 13-18; free for children under 13. west of Vicenza (about 100 vendors) 25; workshops for children; horse rides; food booths and entertainment. Festa della Salute Montegrotto (Padova): Nov. 12, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza 1º Good Health Festival Maggio, about 34 miles southeast of Vicenza (about 70 ROVERETO vendors) Nov. 21, Venice. This event recalls one of the most Nov. 24-Jan. 6, Mondays, noon-8 p.m.; Tuesdays-Sun- virulent plague epidemics in the area from 1630-31, Portobuffolè (Treviso): Nov. 12, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Bec- days, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Dec. 24 and Dec. 31, 10 a.m.- and how the Doge, when all remedies failed, made a caro, about 88 miles northeast of Vicenza (250 vendors) 5 p.m.; closed on Dec. 25; Jan. 1, noon-7 p.m.; food booths open until 8 p.m.; Piazza Erbe, Piazza Malfatti solemn vow to build a church dedicated to the Virgin Vicenza: Nov. 12, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza dei Signori, Piazza Mary. When the plague diminished, construction be- Duomo, Piazza Garibaldi, Piazza Palladio, Piazza Biade and and Via Roma. This year, a special section feature artis- gan on the church that is on a little island on the Grand Piazza Castello (220 vendors) tic nativity scenes from Naples; local and international Canal. Every year, beginning in the morning, people crafts exhibit and sale; food booths featuring holiday Villafranca (Verona): Nov. 12, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza specialties and gluten-free delicious products for celi- walk over a temporary, floating votive bridge, which Castello (90 vendors) links the Grand Canal to the Church of the Madonna acs. delle Salute, to light a candle and give thanks and pray Verona: Nov. 18, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Piazza S. Zeno, about 38 miles west of Vicenza (50 vendors) THIENE (Vicenza) for good health. Food booths feature sweets and fried Tempo di Natale snacks. Bassano del Grappa (Vicenza): Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Christmas Time Piazza Terraglio. Andy Warhol Exhibit Nov. 11, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Nov. 12, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Nov. 11-May 1, Treviso, Casa dei Carraresi, Via Cittadella (Padova): Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., downtown Corso Garibaldi. More than 60 vendors feature local squares and streets, about 21 miles north east of Vicenza product exhibit and sale; holiday sweets; gift ideas; Palestro 33/38. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; (about 70 vendors) Fridays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. This exhibit is fo- workshops for children Nov. 12. Entrance fee: €5 Nov. cused on the concept of Superstars. Also, with the help Este (Padova): Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Maggiore 11 and €7.5 Nov. 12; reduced €.50 for children younger of video contributions, visitors can experiment the and Via Matteotti, about 28 miles south of Vicenza (60 than 18. vendors) New York climate of the 1960s and 1970s and under- TRENTO stand the pursuit of the POP icons. Entrance fee: €12; Godega di Sant’Urbano (Treviso): Nov. 19, 8:30 a.m.- Nov. 18-Jan. 6, Piazza Fiera and Piazza Cesare Battisti, reduced €10 (students younger than 26); €8 (children 6:30 p.m., Via Roma, about 78 miles northeast of Vicenza (234 vendors) 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; closed Dec. 25; Dec. 26 and Jan. 1, aged 6-18); free for children younger than 6. noon-7:30 p.m.

10 Outlook November 10, 2017 Out & About VENICE http://www.firenzemarathon.it/index.php?option=com_con- Pistoia: Nov. 11-12, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Pertini tent&view=featured&Itemid=161&lang=en Dec. 9-10, Dec. 16-17, and Dec. 23-24; 10 a.m.-8 Vicopisano (Pisa): Nov. 12, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Domen- p.m., Palazzo Zenobio, Fondamenta del Soccorso, ico Cavalca Dorsoduro 2597. High-quality local craft exhibit and sale; clothing, bags, fashion jewelry, vintage items, MERCATINI DI NATALE Pontedera (Pisa): Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., main squares sampling of local products; mask making workshop; and streets downtown readings for children; free entrance. CHRISTMAS MARKETS Certaldo (Florence): 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Boccaccio and Via 2 Giugno VERONA Mercatino di Norimberga CHIANCIANO (Florence) Florence: Nov. 18-19, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Indipendenza, Nuremberg Christmas market Paese di Babbo Natale about 130 vendors Nov. 17-Dec. 26, Piazza dei Signori, Cortile Merca- Santa Claus Town Lucca: Nov. 18-19, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antelminelli, Piaz- to Vecchio and Via della Costa; Sunday-Thursday, 10 Nov. 4-Dec. 26, open on weekends, Dec. 8-9, and Dec. za S. Giovanni, Piazza San Giusto, Via San Giovanni, Corte a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, and holiday eves: 10 26, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Chianciano (Florence); Piazza Mar- Bertolini (about 230 vendors) tiri Perugini 3. Christmas market, bounce houses, a.m.-11 p.m.; closed Dec. 25 morning, More than 300 Marina di Grosseto (Grosseto): Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., booths feature holiday sweets, gift ideas, toys and the workshops and entertainment for children. Entrance Via XXIV Maggio traditional carousel. The square is lighted by a huge fee: €9; free for children younger than two. steel comet star sculpture surging from the Arena into Ponte a Egola (Pisa): Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Garib- FLORENCE aldi and Via XXV Aprile Piazza Brà. Weihnachtsmarkt Quarrata (Pistoia): Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Risorg- Presepi dal Mondo in Arena German Christmas market imento International Nativity Sets Exhibit Nov. 27-Dec. 17, Piazza Santa Croce, daily, 10 a.m.-10 Nov. 18-Jan. 21, at the Arena; open daily 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; p.m.; closes at 8 p.m. Dec. 17. more than 400 nativity scenes from all over the world, CONCERTS/SPORTS designed by craftsmen and artists; shows of lights and Fieroculina music. Entrance fee: €7; reduced €6 for children ages Christmas market 6-12 and senior citizen older than 60. Dec. 17, Piazza Santo Spirito, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Tokyo Hotel – Nov. 10 Napoli; Nov. 12 Venaria Reale; LIVORNO Nov. 13 Bologna Nov. 18-Jan. 6. Open Nov. 18-19, Nov. 25-26, Dec. 8-9, Bryan Adams – Nov. 10 Padova; Nov. 11 Assago (Mi- TUSCANY Dec. 16-17, Dec. 20-23, Dec. 28-30, and Jan. 3-6, 10 lan); Nov. 14 Roma; Nov. 16 Bolzano a.m.-7 p.m.; Dec. 24, Dec. 1, Dec. 15, 3-7 p.m., Villa Queen + Adam Lambert – Nov. 10 Casalecchio di Mimbelli, Via San Jacopo Acqua Viva 63. Christmas Reno Festa dell’ Olio e del Vino del Buco Unto Village with Santa Claus, elves market, workshops and James Blunt – Nov. 12 Rome; Nov. 13 Florence; Oil and Wine Festival games for children. Free entrance. Nov. 14 Assago (Milan) Nov. 11-12, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Calenzano (Prato). Local Joshua Radin – Nov. 13 Milan; Nov. 14 Bologna oil, wine and craft exhibit and sale; live music and tours MONTECATINI TERME (Pistoia) JP Cooper – Nov. 15 Milan to the local oil factory. Food booths feature a wide va- La Casa di Babbo Natale Red Bull Flying Bach – Nov. 18 Padova; Nov. 19 riety of local specialties. Santa Claus Village Turin; Nov. 25 Bologna Nov. 11-Dec. 21, open Fridays-Sundays; Dec. 22-Jan. Helloween – Nov. 18 Assago (Milan) Festa della Castagna 6, open daily; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Viale Verdi, Santa Claus Marilyn Manson – Nov. 22 Torino Chestnut Festival and elves Village at the Terme Tamerici Castle. Christ- Alice Cooper – Nov. 30 Milan Nov. 12, Rocca di Montemurlo (Prato), Piazza Castel- mas orna¬ment workshops for children, pony rides, Testament – Nov. 30 Bologna lo; 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Food booths featuring specialties food booths. Entrance fee: €13; reduced €12 for chil- Five Finger Death Punch + In Flames – Nov. 30 and local new wine, and antique market. dren younger than 12. Padova Pink Floyd History – Nov. 30 Assago (Milan) Sagra del Cinghiale MONTEPULCIANO (Siena) Black Rebel Motorcycle Club – Nov. 30 Milan Wild Boar Festival Nov. 18-Jan. 7. Dates and times are Nov. 18-19, Nov. Epica – Dec. 1 Bologna Nov. 9-12 and Nov. 16-19, Chianni (Pisa). Food 25-26, Dec. 2-3, 7-10, 15-17, and Dec. 22-Jan 7, 10:30 Knuckle Puck – Dec. 2 Milan booths at noon and at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 and Nov. 18: 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Dec. 25, 3:30-7 p.m. Visit the Christmas Julia Holter – Dec. 2 Bologna; Dec. 3 Rome p.m. live music. Nov. 12, entertainment for children in Village in Piazza Grande, Piazzetta Danesi and Via San Shakira – Dec. 3 Assago (Milan) Piazza del Castello. Live music and flag thrower exhib- Donato. Games, workshops, food booths and enter- Harley Cro-Mags Flanagan – Dec. 9 Milan it; face painting and balloon twisting. tainment for children. Of Mice & Man – Dec. 9 Pinarella di Cervia (Ravenna) Depeche Mode – Dec. 12 Casalecchio Di Reno (Bolo- Castagne e Vino Novo SIGNA gna); Dec. 27 and Dec. 29 Assago (Milan) Chestnut and New Wine Nov. 25, 2-7 p.m. and Nov. 26, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Viale The Harlem Gospel Choir – Dec. 19 Bologna, Nov. 12, 19 & 26, Dec. 3 & 8-10, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., San Mazzini and Piazza Cavour. Local, French and Austri- Dec. 22 Trieste Gimignano (Siena), Piazza Duomo. Free roasted chest- an holiday items and products. Arch Enemy – Jan. 17, 2018 Milan nuts and new wine tasting for everyone; local products Steven Wilson – Feb. 9 Milan; Feb. 10 Rome exhibit and sale. PORCIANO (Lamporecchio, Pistoia) Metallica – Feb. 10 Torino; Feb. 12 and Feb. 14 Nov. 26, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., old trades show; 2-6 p.m., Casalecchio di Reno (Bologna) horse-drawn carriage tours downtown Porciano; 3-5 p.m., Santa Claus village, where children can write ITALIAN ARTISTS their letters to Santa Claus and receive a small present; Edoardo Bennato – Nov. 11 Rome; Nov. 24 Turin 3-6 p.m. bagpipers play traditional Christmas music. Paola Turci – Nov. 19 Bologna; Nov. 28 Milan; Dec. 5 Florence PISA Ornella Vanoni – Nov. 24 Padova; Jan. 26, 2018, La Fabbrica di Babbo Natale Brescia Santa Claus Workshop Fiorella Mannoia – Dec 1 Florence; Dec. 3 Rome; Dec. 8-10, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Arsenali Repubblicani, Via Dec. 16 Montecatini; Dec. 22 Padova; Jan. 9 Bologna; Bonanno Pisano 2. Visit the magic world of Christmas Jan. 13 Milan with a great variety of holiday gifts, workshops for chil- Gianna Nannini – Dec 2 Rome; Dec. 4 Assago (Mi- Country Festival, Carrara dren and bounce houses. lan); Dec. 6 Florence Biagio Antonacci – Dec. 15 Florence; Jan. 20, 2018, Country Festival Livorno; Jan. 26-27 Padova MARKETS Gino Paoli & Danilo Rea – Dec. 15 Rome Nov. 24, 3 p.m.-midnight; Nov. 25-26, 11 a.m.-mid- Valerio Scanu Christmas Songs – Dec. 16 Rome night, Carrara, Via Maestri del Marmo. Dance and TUSCANY western music; line dance competitions; roping, team WWE – Wrestling Live – Nov. 10 Assago (Milan); penning and cow horse competitions; Native Ameri- Nov. 11 Padova; Nov. 12 Florence can villages; “That’s America” section; mechanical bull; Bolgheri (Livorno): Nov. 11-12, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., downtown squares and streets Monza Rally Show – Dec. 1-3 Monza typical American food and beers. Entrance fee: €10. Oktagon (Boxing, Kickboxing and Mixed Martial 34nd Florence marathon Florence: Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Santo Spirito and Arts) – Dec. 9 Florence Borgo Tegolaio (about 100 vendors) Nov. 26, Florence. This is one of the top 20 interna- tional marathons, which stages men’s and women’s Forte dei Marmi (Lucca): Nov. 11-12, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio Dante Shopping Center, or online at www.ticketone.it and www. events, as well as a non-competitive 10 km fun run and geticket.it. a special mini-run for children. The route takes partic- Montepulciano (Siena): Nov. 11-12, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza ipants by all those landmarks of singular beauty that Grande have made Florence famous worldwide: views over the hills and countryside, and passing by the Cathedral Piombino (Livorno): 2nd Sunday and previous Saturday, For a comprehensive list of festivals, concerts 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cappelletti, Corso Italia, via Fucini, Pi- and upcoming sporting events, Square, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, before azza Gramsci entering Piazza Duomo. For detailed information and please see our Pinterest page, enrollment in English, see the website below. Pisa: Nov. 11-12, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Piazza dei Cavalieri www.pinterest.com/usagvicenza.

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all necessary forms. Enrollment closes Holiday Cupcake Decorating about sleep, SIDS, care seat safety and ENTERTAINMENT & TRIPS Nov. 14 at 5 p.m. Call DSN 634-5700, Nov. 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $20 more. Registration encouraged. comm. 0444-71-5700 for more informa- Arts & Crafts Center, Caserma Ederle tion. Participants will learn about tinting, BOSS Veneto Walk/Hike/Run flavoring, rolling, cutting and shaping FITNESS & SPORTS Nov. 12, Dueville Thanksgiving Trip to Poland fondant. No experience necessary. The Dec. 10, Marsan di Marostica Nov. 22-26 art center will provide fondant, food *Purchase tickets for all fitness classes at 6:30-11 a.m., €2,50 $560 adult / $385 for ages 8-13 years / coloring and other necessary supplies. the front desk and present to instructor. On the 2nd Sunday of each month, sin- $195 for ages 4-7 / Free for 0-3 Participants must bring six cupcakes to gle and geographically separated bache- Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle decorate in class, a container to carry Cycling lors/ettes can join BOSS outdoors to dis- Travel from Vicenza to Bolesławiec, Po- cupcakes home in, and at least one batch Mondays & Wednesdays in November cover local surroundings and get some land, at night by bus, arriving around 11 of stiff consistency icing for each per- Times vary exercise. BOSS takes you to the start lo- a.m. Thursday. Once there, participants son attending. Check with the center for $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes cation. There are various course lengths will have free time to explore the city. icing recipe and supply list, DSN 637- Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle for all skill levels, free refreshments, and After hotel check-in, there will be free 7846, comm. 0444-61-7846. Maximize your calorie burn by doing a local information and door prize draw- time to explore the Polish pottery fac- variety of different drills that include en- ings at the finish. Call the BOSS adviser, tories/outlets or check out the town. A Library Lego® Club durance, sprints, hills, climbs and seated 335-696-5672 to sign up. Signups are fi- Thanksgiving meal will be provided for Nov. 14, 21 & 28 drills. nal at noon the Friday before the event. dinner. The trip also includes a visit to 3:30-5 p.m, Library, Caserma Ederle Krakow and Auschwitz concentration Drop in to the Ederle Library on Tues- Zumba® Sunday Night Football camp. Tourist passport needed. Register days and let your children explore their Nov. 13-17, 20-22 & 27-30; time varies Nov. 12, 19 & 26 in person with ODR or over the phone, creativity with the library's Lego® col- $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes 7-11:30 p.m.,Warrior Zone DSN 634-7453, comm. 0444-71-7453. lection. All Lego®s are provided by the Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Caserma Del Din library. Open to ages four to 12 years Zumba® exercise classes are "fitness par- Stop by the Warrior Zone on Sunday Matterhorn Ski/Snowboard old. Call DSN 634-7291, comm. 0444- ties" that blend upbeat rhythms with nights and root for your favorite team. Nov. 23-26, $450 71-7291 for more information. easy-to-follow choreography for a car- Kick back in the lounge area while en- Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle dio and total-body workout that feels joying hot food and cool drinks. Will Visit the Italian mountain village of Cer- Romp-N-Stomp Playgroup like a celebration. take place every Sunday until Super vinia, nestled at the foot of the spectac- Nov. 15, 22 & 29, 10-11:30 a.m. Bowl (Feb. 4). Watch your favorite teams ular 4, 478 meter high (14, 692 ft) Mat- Bldg. 395, Caserma Ederle Warrior Yoga go the distance on the big screens. terhorn for skiing and snowboarding. Every Wednesday (except holidays), Nov. 13, 20 & 27 Weather permitting, skiers and snow- Romp-N-Stomp playgroup is a time for 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Evening Bowling boarders with passports can travel over learning through play. Parents with chil- $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Mon-Fri in November, 6-9 p.m. the ridge and drop into Switzerland for dren ages birth to three years old are in- Fitness Center, Caserma Del Din $2.50 per game per person, a day. Detailed itinerary and packing list vited to this weekly playgroup. Working This class will most likely appeal to peo- $2.50 shoe rental will be provided upon registration. Ages parents are encouraged to drop in and ple who are already quite fit, enjoy ex- The Arena, Caserma Ederle 16 years and older recommended. spend time with their families during ercising, and want a minimal amount of After 6 p.m., head to the Arena to share their lunch hour. Call DSN 634-7500, chanting with their yoga. an exciting time with your closest family Christmas Market: Innsbruck comm. 0444-71-7500. and friends. Use the Arena's Wi-Fi ac- Nov. 24, 5 a.m.-11 p.m., $85 Power Pump cess and grab some excellent food choic- Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle Resiliency Through Art Nov. 14, 21 & 28, noon-1 p.m. es at the Strike Zone Snack Bar. Stalls line the streets at the Christmas Nov. 15, 22 & 29, 5-6:30 p.m. Nov. 16, 5-6 p.m. market in Innsbruck, Austria, with ven- Fitness Center, Del Din $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Family Movie NIght dors selling Christmas ornaments and This program focuses on the process of Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Thurs & Sun in November, 6-8 p.m. gifts, and serving Glühwein (hot spiced personal expression through art. Partic- Join this 60-minute class where partic- The Arena, Caserma Ederle wine). Visit Marktplatz square to find ipants will find art naturally therapeutic ipants work with free weights, barbells Every Thursday and Sunday, the Arena the giant carousel, petting zoo, puppet in this facilitated program. No prior art and aerobic steps. plays the latest family-friendly movies. theatre, storytime and more. experience is needed. No registration re- For $29.95, your family may enjoy two quired but space is limited. Kettlebell Strength & Conditioning hours of bowling for up to six people, Black Friday Arts & Crafts Sale Nov. 14, 21 & 28, noon-1 p.m. one large cheese pizza, six bottled bever- Nov. 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Immigration & Citizenship Briefing Nov. 16 & 30, 8:45-9:45 a.m. ages of your choice and free shoe rental. Arts & Crafts Center, Caserma Ederle Nov. 16, 1-3 p.m. $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes With the Christmas gift rush on the ACS Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Music Café horizon, let the Arts & Crafts Center Staff members from U.S. Citizenship and Build strength, power and endurance Nov. 17, 7:30-11 p.m. help you out. There will be a day of sales Immigration Services will visit Caserma in this full-body kettlebell workout. Soldiers' Theatre, Caserma Ederle and savings. Items include holiday ce- Ederle for an information briefing. To Torch calories and learn proper kettle Music Café nights are casual improv jam ramics, frames, engravings, soap and learn more, call DSN 634-7500, comm. bell technique. All skill levels welcome. nights for music lovers by music lovers. more. Don't miss 25-50 percent off ev- 0444-71-7500. Don't forget to bring a small gym towel. Entrance is free, and refreshments are erything (as marked). available for purchase. Performers may Smooth Move PCS Brief Aqua Boot Camp sign up at Soldiers' Theatre. Call DSN Nov. 16, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Nov. 16 & 30, 5-6 p.m. 634-7281, comm. 0444-71-7281. CLASSES & WORKSHOPS ACS Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Participants will become familiar with Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Milan: A Guided Tour the "Plan My Move" website and its of- Water aerobics are a great way to get in Nov. 18, 6 a.m.-9 p.m., $85 EFMP Parent Support Group ferings. Learn how to get organized, shape. Water resistance makes it easy Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle Nov. 13, 1-2 p.m. how to create a relocation budget, which for people of all fitness levels to get a Milan, a metropolis in Italy's northern ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle documents to hand carry, travel tips and workout in the pool. Exercises are most- Lombardy region, is a global capital of This parent support group is a place more. ly done while standing in waist-deep or fashion and design. Take a two-hour where participants can freely talk about deeper water without swimming. guided tour and then break from the their experiences and receive feedback Turkey Wreaths at the Library group for free time. in a judgment-free environment. For Nov. 15, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Vertical Fitness more information, call DSN 637-7500, Library, Caserma Ederle Nov. 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Parents' Day Out comm. 0444-71-7500. Enjoy Thanksgiving stories and make a $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. fun craft. This event is open to children Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Child Development Center, Villaggio Breastfeeding Basics ages three through 11. Sign up at the li- Take your workout to a whole new lev- Whether you're planning to enjoy a day Nov. 14, 9:30-11:30 a.m. brary. Call DSN 634-7291, comm. 0444- el with vertical fitness. Classes are de- of exploring and shopping or a day to ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle 71-7291 for more information. signed over a progressive four-week relax, Child & Youth Services is here to Learn about the benefits of breastfeed- format to help strengthen and condition help. Open to children infants through ing with a lactation consultant who will Fill Your Toolbox muscles while increasing flexibility. Kindergarten age with an active CYS walk you through the basics. Nov. 16, 1:10-2:10 p.m. registration. Elementary/middle school, Villaggio Turkey Trot 5K Let's Move! Together, parents and children will make Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-noon, $15 entry fee SAC Saturday Trip: Nov. 14, 21 & 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m. a craft to use as a tool in your emotional Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Bowling & Laser Tag SKIES Martial Arts Room regulation toolbox. Learn about stress Join the Ederle Fitness Center for this Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., $45 Caserma Ederle and anger management and meet the themed Thanksgiving 5K on the Ederle School Age Center, Villaggio Families with children two to five years FAP staff. No registration required. Track & Field. Prizes awarded: 1st, 2nd Sign your child up for the School Age old are invited to attend a fun and en- and 3rd for categories of Men, Women Center Saturday trip, for youth in first ergetic gross motor skills class. Chil- Bringing Baby Home and Children. Bring children, stroll- through fifth grades. Cost includes dren of all skill levels are encouraged to Nov. 16, 3:30-5:30 p.m. ers and dogs on leashes. Cost includes transportation, bowling, laser tag, eight attend. Occurs every week on Tuesday. ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle T-shirt. hours of childcare and lunch. Families Class includes songs, structured sched- This class is provided by the New Parent *This list is not all-inclusive. For more events, must enroll in person in order to fill out ule of events and physical activities. Support Program. Learn practical tips visit www.italy.armymwr.com.

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