Senior Enlisted Advisor: 3 USAREUR Commander Character of Conflict Is Changing Redefines Readiness He Pointed out This Means That While Story and Photo by Aaron P

Vicenza and Darby Military Communities www.italy.army.mil May 12, 2017 | Vol. 50 | Issue 9 What’s Inside Senior enlisted advisor: 3 USAREUR commander Character of conflict is changing redefines readiness He pointed out this means that while Story and photo by Aaron P. Talley the mission might be changing, the need VMC Public Affairs Office for being ready to deploy hasn’t changed. 4 “I want to make sure these troops un- Garrison kicks off VICENZA — The Senior Enlisted Ad- derstand that we still have a high opera- visor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs tional tempo, and we still have to deploy Green Boot Program of Staff says the character of conflict is places to make sure we’re defending the changing, and the U.S. military must homeland. This kind of expeditionary adapt to keep up with global threats. mindset that we’ve asked them to have in 5 Command Sgt. Maj. John Wayne Trox- the past is going to be enduring.” Respite care offers ell serves as the principal military advi- Troxell said the U.S. military is focused sor to the Chairman and the Secretary of more on assisting other nations and family assistance Defense, and spoke about the importance Command Sgt. Maj. John Wayne Trox- ell (right) receives a briefing from Com- building partner capacity, training, ad- of changing the way troops think about mand Sgt. Maj. Franklin Velez, 173rd vising and accompanying local security deployments and military engagements Airborne Brigade command sergeant forces. 7 during a visit here May 1. major. “As we’re trying to deter aggression and Toppers recognize best “I think a little bit of complacency has assure our allies, the character of conflict set in because of how we were doing op- “What we’ve seen lately, as we’ve has changed a little bit in terms of what in Army Europe theater erations in the past, with large formations reduced our footprints in Iraq and Af- we’re doing. Now, more of the onus for going in, year after year, to places like ghanistan … is that we have this smaller defeating the threats is on the host nation Iraq and Afghanistan, to try and build footprint of troops around the world, but we are advising and assisting.” 8 stability or steady-state operations,” we still have about the same number of *Page 8 begins extended Troxell said. troops that are deployed.” See CONFLICT, page 5 Summer Issue Survivor shares story of time in Auschwitz 9 State Department issues Story and photos by Mark Turney VMC Public Affairs Office travel alert for Europe

VICENZA — Bathed in light streaming through the stained 12 glass of Caserma Ederle’s chapel April 25, an elderly, seeming- ly frail man silently prepares himself to tell his story one more Amusement parks open time. But this man is anything but frail, as the 50 or so people sitting in the wooden pews are about to find out. In a clear and resonant voice that belies his stature, Holocaust survivor Sam- 14 uel Artale Von Belskoj Levy begins to tell his story of pain, Vicenza Jazz Festival is on anguish and, ultimately, redemption. Artale’s story begins in Rostock, Germany, where he was born in 1937. At age seven, under Hitler’s anti-Semitic rule, he 15 was deported to Auschwitz concentration camp. The date was April 13, 1944, and the young boy was shipped to Poland with Enjoy a cave & castle day his mother, father, sister, grandfather and aunt. It was there that Samuel Artale Von Belskoj Levy, Holocaust survivor, who his life changed forever. now lives in Padova, was guest speaker at the chapel on Before being loaded onto cattle cars for transportation to Aus- Caserma Ederle April 25, Holocaust Remembrance Day. Fun Facts chwitz, the family was separated, Artale said, with his mother taken away to another car. Upon arrival, his mother was imme- “I was made a member of the Sonderkommando*,” shared lThe author of Pinocchio diately executed, and the young boy was assigned to a barracks Artale. “Because I had small thin fingers, I was forced to use (“pine nut”), Carlo Collodi apart from his family members. While at Auschwitz, Artale them to inspect the anal cavities of the dead for jewels and (1826-1890), was Italian. Col- said, he was told by “an older Jew in the camp” to “survive gold, and to remove gold from dental fillings.” lodi was born in Florence however you can.” And he did. See SURVIVOR, page 7 in 1826. Collodi was a pen name; the writer was born Carlo Lorenzini. Partnership leads way to capacity during summit lItaly’s national dish is pasta; the national animal is the forum for this diverse group of military building across this continent.” Italian Wolf; and the national by Sgt. Paige Behringer leaders to discuss and develop cooper- The goal of enhanced cooperation bird is the Bluebird. USARAF Public Affairs Office ative solutions to regional and transre- formed through ALFS sessions and oth- gional challenges and threats. er interoperability training is to increase lItaly has more than 3,000 “Development is directly linked to se- the capacity to build regional security museums. LILONGWE, Malawi — Senior mil- curity,” Phiri said. “There is no country throughout Africa. itary leaders from the United States, which can evolve without security.” “By collectively addressing regional lThe patron saint of Italy is United Kingdom, France, Brazil and 40 Saulos Klaus Chilima, vice president concerns through this forum, I am con- Saint Francis of Assisi. nations across the African continent con- of Malawi; Gen. Daniel Allyn, U.S. fident we will reinforce U.S. and African verged in “The Warm Heart of Africa” Army vice chief of staff; and Mary Beth partnerships to promote security, stability lThe oldest film festival in for an opportunity to strengthen partner- Leonard, U.S. ambassador to the Afri- and peace in Africa, through strengthen- the world, beginning in 1932, ships. can Union, provided remarks during the ing leadership and strategy development is the Venice Film Festival. Gen. Griffin “Spoon” Phiri, Malawi De- opening ceremony. in the defense institutions of our African The 2017 festival will take fence Force chief of defense, welcomed “The theme for this year’s summit is partners,” Leonard said. place Aug. 30-Sept. 9. African Land Forces Summit 2017 at- ‘enhancing capacity through partnership Three plenary sessions during this tendees during an introductory session in Africa,’” Leonard said. “This theme annual weeklong seminar will allow (From www.randomhistory.com and and opening ceremony May 8 here. resonates with all of the initiatives we www.tuscanmuse.com) For the fifth time, ALFS is providing a support and the relationships we are See SUMMIT, page 3 Opinion & Editorial Don’t give in to pressure: Knowing your limits can save your life One Saturday afternoon, one of my Name withheld by request co-workers who I had ridden with be- Submission to U.S. Army Safety Center fore stopped by the house to invite me on a group ride to the Texas border, but FORT RUCKER, Ala. — It was early I wasn’t home. There were nine riders spring at Fort Polk, Louisiana, and the in the group that was made up mostly of sights and sounds of motorcycles were experienced riders. They started out on beginning to take over the streets. There a route they’d been on before with no were beginner, intermediate and experi- problems. Then, one of the less experienced riders, all thrilled that a new riding enced riders took the lead. season was upon them. The rider wasn’t as familiar with the In the past, I would listen to my fellow route as the others and as he came upon noncommissioned officers share stories a slight hill, his vision was obstructed about their riding experiences. I’d always to what lay on the other side. When he had an interest in riding, and their stories crested the hill, the rider hit some loose further sparked that interest. So at the age gravel on the edge of the road and he of 32, I decided to purchase my first bike went down. with no previous riding experience. Because of the obstructed view and It didn’t take long to fall in love with the speed the riders were traveling, a May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Motorcyclist deaths occur 27 times riding. There’s just something about more frequently than fatalities in other vehicles, according to 2014 fatal crash data. chain-reaction crash occurred, causing a warm weather, clear skies, throttle and, Motorcyclists are reminded to make themselves visible, use proper helmets and pileup. Fortunately, no one lost their life, of course, pure style of riding a motorcy- always ride sober. (Courtesy photo) but there were some serious injuries. cle that gets into a rider’s veins. When I heard about the accident, I con- As a beginner, obviously I was quite ready to start riding with my co-workers, to keep up with the group and slowed sidered what would have happened had I nervous. I’d taken the mandatory rider some of whom were experienced riders. back down. Some of the guys in the been there. training, but I had also witnessed motor- My first ride with the group was from group didn’t like my decision, and others Although I was able fight the tempta- cycle accidents. I was determined to not Leesville to Alexandria, La., on High- laughed and made jokes. It didn’t bother tion to outride my skill level the first time become a fatality statistic, so I rode with way 28, a 50-mile stretch of newly paved me, though. I understood my limitations I went out with the group, I wondered if extreme caution. roadway. We started as a group cruising and skill level. Plus, for me, riding is I would I have done it on this occasion I always took the long routes to avoid at a nice, comfortable speed. As we got more about taking in the sights. I don’t now that I had a little more experience. as much traffic as possible. I figured that further into the ride, however, the pace have that need for speed like others in the One can only wonder. would also save me from any embarrass- increased and I found myself falling be- group. My takeaway from this accident was ment from my buddies if I were to stall hind. Fast forward two months and I was this: No matter how experienced you or hold up traffic because I was riding Not wanting to be left out of the fun, still riding for style, not speed. Because might think you are, we all have limits. slowly. I increased my speed too. However, I of that, I wasn’t getting invited on some You know your comfort level. Don’t let As my confidence grew, I felt I was quickly became uncomfortable trying bike rides, but I wasn’t bothered. the group decide your limitations.

Speak Out By Laura Kreider & Chiara Mattirolo

Mother’s Day is May 14. What is/was most special about your Mom?

Soraya Vanderbeek Will Briggs Sgt. David Lemus U.S. Army Europe Commander Vicenza Middle School Family member Co. A, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges 2nd Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt. “My mom means the “She has raised me to be U.S. Army Africa Commander Follow us world to me. She is kind, the leader and person I “She worked hard to Maj. Gen. Joseph P. Harrington on our website, caring, thoughtful and am today. To me, that’s provide for my brothers special in every way. pretty special that she and me because she was USAG Italy Commander www.italy.army.mil, I love you, Mom!” taught me so well. a single mother.” and Publisher She is my hero.” Col. Steve Marks and on social media.

USAG Italy Public Affairs Team Lead and Outlook Editor Karin J. Martinez Staff Laura Kreider Chiara Mattirolo Aaron P. Talley Anna Terracino Mark Turney The Outlook is an authorized publication supporting the USAG Italy command information program as provided by AR 360-1. All editorial content of the Outlook is prepared, edited and approved by the USAG Italy Public Affairs Office, Unit 31401, Box www.facebook.com/VMCItaly Master Sgt. Francesca Navarra Hase Cola 10, APO, AE 09630, located in Bldg. 10 Richard Shonder Livorno Humanitarian Assistance on Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy. Con- 731st Munitions Squadron Commissary Program tents of the Outlook are not necessarily the www.twitter.com/USAGItaly official news of, or endorsed by, the U.S. “She always gave me “She made me “She sacrificed her life Government, the Department of Defense, www.pinterest.com/usagitaly Department of the Army, Installation Man- whatever she had. Even the person I am.” for me. She was always agement Command-Europe, U.S. Army if she had nothing, I was giving, and not just Garrison Italy or U.S. Army Africa. www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza her first thought.” for me.”

2 Outlook May 12, 2017 USAREUR commander redefines readiness munications security. by Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges For digital fires, nations must follow the protocol of the Artillery Systems Coopera- U.S. Army Europe Commander tion Activities, an Army program that makes U.S. and allied nations’ artillery systems compatible. WIESBADEN, Germany — The Army has a renewed focus on readiness, and Finally, to achieve a common operational picture, nations must reevaluate the re- rightly so. While the United States was engaged on two battlefields in Southwest strictions placed on their mission command systems so they can federate on a secret Asia, unencumbered adversaries continued to modernize. Readiness is now the Ar- network. Soldiers and leaders can overcome the diversity in tactics, techniques, and my’s No. 1 priority, and for U.S. Army Europe, 2017 is the year of readiness execu- procedures inherent across different nations, but an inability to communicate with, tion. The footprint of land forces in Europe is changing to project credible deterrence see, or defend allies and partners fighting in close proximity will greatly impede mis- and defense with postured and ready forces. sion accomplishment. As USAREUR shifts its force posture, readiness is paramount. Foundational to every readiness discussion is a shared understanding of the threat. Every Soldier needs Building capacity to be able to answer the question, “Ready for what?” An essential element for readiness in Europe is the capacity required to set the In USAREUR, Soldiers must be prepared to “Fight Tonight” against an adver- theater and move forces to the point of a crisis. USAREUR has aggressively pursued sary that has freedom of movement on interior lines of communication, significant improvements in surface and air movements and infrastructure. These improvements, anti-access/area-denial capabilities, and many instruments of national power to gain largely funded by the European Reassurance Initiative, ensure freedom of movement advantages on the battlefield. Fight Tonight is a slogan used by U.S. units in Korea, and speed of assembly and include the following benefits: but recently the entire Army has been using it to describe its ability to respond quickly • Reducing diplomatic clearance timelines to achieve a military equivalent of as a ready and resilient force. the Schengen Area (a group of European Establishing the Fight Tonight cul- countries that do not require passports ture and then outlining the varying or customs controls at their mutual bor- readiness postures is as important as ders). defining the threat. Much of the Ar- • Improving railhead capability to my’s readiness discussion fixates on support the loading of M1A2 Abrams Soldiers’ medical fitness and train- system enhancement package (SEP) ing to the Objective Training stan- tanks in the Baltic states. dard, both of which are obvious in- • Standardizing the rail gauge from dicators of a unit’s ability to perform Poland through Estonia to eliminate its wartime missions. trans-loading at the Lithuanian border. However, Chief of Staff of the • Borrowing European Union-com- Army Gen. Mark A. Milley ac- pliant British heavy equipment trans- knowledges that the current aperture porters to move M1A2 SEP tanks. for readiness is much broader. He • Bringing all USAREUR bulk fuel said it involves “not just training, and ammunition hauling assets in com- manning and equipping” but also pliance with the European Agreement “strategic deployment, rotations Concerning the International Carriage through contingency or training of Dangerous Goods by Road. events overseas” to ensure the Army • Improving the forward operating is ready to fully execute national site at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base, strategic plans. Romania, to provide a projection platform and forward logistics hub for sus- Spc. Timothy Kinkade, a tank gunner assigned to Company C, 1st Battalion, 68th Armor tainment capability in Eastern Europe. Interoperability, capacity Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, fuels an M1A2 Abrams main battle tank during the first Enabling the readiness that Mil- live-fire accuracy screening test at a range in Swietozow, Poland, Jan. 16. Systems and infrastructure to enable ley describes will happen through (Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Tarr) USAREUR’s relentless pursuit of speed of assembly are complemented by interoperability and capacity. In- the forward positioning of more equip- teroperability in Europe is measured by the ability of multinational formations to ment and resources. During the next three years, the U.S. Army will complete the sta- execute secure communications, process a digital fire mission, and share a common tioning of a division’s worth of equipment in five locations across Belgium, Germany, operational picture. the Netherlands, and Poland as part of the Army pre-positioned stocks program. Capacity, for the purpose of this discussion, is the infrastructure and resources re- In October 2016, USAREUR received its largest Army ammunition shipment from quired to achieve speed of assembly. To collectively defend Europe and respond to the United States to Europe in two decades. This stock, combined with improvements 360-degree threats, USAREUR must have the systems and ability to muster and and new construction of ammunition supply points in Romania and Poland, has remove formations quickly on lines of communication that cross multiple nations. duced the time it takes to draw and issue ammunition and explosives for both training For more than a decade, U.S. forces have used a force generation model that facil- and contingency operations. The ammunition also provides options for leaders should itated 12 or more months of preparation prior to a unit’s the force need to transition from deterrence to defense. deployment to an established theater. Because military Increased readiness initiative in Europe started with a direc- forces in Europe will likely have only a few days of un- Increased readiness initiative in Europe tive in the USAREUR strategic guidance to “know where your helmet is.” This guidance was tested by the arrival of the 3rd Ar- ambiguous warning in the event of a crisis, multinational started with a directive in the USAREUR formations will have to be ready to come together in a mored Brigade Combat team, 4th Infantry Division, in Europe. matter of days. strategic guidance to “know where your January 2017 marked the beginning of uninterrupted nine-month These formations must be able to immediately plug helmet is.” rotations of armored brigades that will provide an invaluable into multinational and joint communications, fires, intel- in-progress review of capacity and interoperability in Europe. ligence, and logistics systems. This requires interopera- Observer-controller trainers were poised to evaluate troops at ble systems for each of those functions. The absence of seaports of debarkation, railheads, convoy support centers, and interoperability degrades air defense, rapid counter-fire capabilities, sustainability, tactical assembly areas across Europe. As soon as the vessel communications security, and the common operational picture. This degradation sig- ramp dropped, the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team was on the clock and pos- nificantly increases the risk of casualties and mission failure. tured to Fight Tonight. More than 37 trains, 2,827 pieces of equipment, and 3,954 people transited from Germany to meet in western Poland before onward movement to Operation Atlantic Resolve. Interoperability and solutions USAREUR always trains with its allies and partners to ensure interoperability. All Advantageous to this deployment was the absence of the contested environment an- of its exercises involve multinational units. Some exercises, such as Allied Spirit, a ticipated in the next conflict, but the interoperability lessons learned and the capacity multinational brigade decisive action training event, and Dynamic Front, a multi-ech- improved through exercising the system will expand USAREUR’s readiness. elon live-fire exercise, are specifically designed to improve interoperability. Interoperability solutions can be as simple as training, as expensive as technology, Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges is the commander of U.S. Army Europe. He is a graduate of the or as cumbersome as legal agreements, but they need to be achieved through NATO. United States Military Academy. He holds a master’s degree in public administration For secure communications, nations must issue communications security at the tac- from Columbus State University, a master’s degree in advanced military studies from tical level for their own radios. Multinational formations can then leverage tactical the Command and General Staff College, and a master’s degree in national security voice bridges to link incompatible radios regardless of waveform, frequency, or com- and strategic studies from the National Defense University. SUMMIT continued from page 1 participants to discuss several key topics shared across later in the week. throughout ongoing military interoperability exercises African military ranks. Leaders will then split into re- Break periods throughout the packed schedule will across the continent. gional groups for breakout discussion sessions. provide vital time for leaders to further build relation- “The U.S. remains a steadfast partner for Africa and This year, ALFS kicks off its first Senior Enlisted Pro- ships on a more personal level, noted Maj. Gen. Jo- continues to stand by the African Union and its mem- gram, featuring noncommissioned officer profession- seph P. Harrington, commander of U.S. Army Africa, ber states as we endeavor to increase cooperation and al development during briefings at the Malawi Armed during introductory remarks. In addition to working out enhance the capacity of our African partners to enhance Forces College. Senior enlisted leaders will continue to solutions to common issues, partnerships built through regional security,” Leonard said. collaborate during a dedicated NCO breakout session ALFS can benefit African partners and U.S. leaders “As Africa stands against terror and conflict, I want you to know that the U.S. stands with you.”

3 Outlook May 12, 2017 Leading the pack

CASERMA EDERLE — Cub Scout Pack 295 “Bear Den” attended a robot demonstration April 27 hosted by Roger Mcintire of the Vicenza Threat Mitigation Team and Soldiers from 173rd Airborne Brigade’s 54th Bri- gade Engineer Battalion, who volunteered their time.

The team provided a class on robot operations and also let the Scouts operate the robots. The demonstration was a capstone piece for the third-graders to earn a ro- botics badge. The Soldiers who volunteered from 54th BEB were Spc. Kevin Griffith, Co. A; Pfc. Andrew Scott, Co. B; and Pfc. Nicholas Blomerth, Co. A. (Courtesy photo)

Garrison kicks off Green Boot Program

by Lyman Parkhurst USAG Italy Energy Manager

VICENZA — In an effort to conserve energy and minimize impact on the environment, U.S. Army Garrison Italy has implemented the Green Boot Program here. Green Boot, which originated at Fort Bragg, N.C., requires that units or organizations achieve energy, water, recycling and transportation goals. It promotes sustainability by “certifying” those units agencies about green business practices. once certain criteria is met. It also encour- The 54th Brigade Engineer Battalion ages innovation— because good ideas was the first unit in Vicenza to participate From left, Col. Steve Marks, commander, U.S. Army Garrison Italy; Norman Stiegler, can come from anywhere. in the program and, therefore, has be- director, Directorate of Public Works; Carlos Rivero-deAguilar, chief, Environmental The program sets a positive example come the program’s lead, with a second Division; and students Carmella Neal, Nadia Thaniel, Mayson Tumlinson and Triston for staff, service members, family mem- organization already waiting to begin the Miletich aid in planting a red oak tree at Villaggio April 21 in honor of Earth Day. (Courtesy photo) bers, and the USAG Italy community as certification process. To become certified, a whole. By assuming a leadership and there is a checklist to follow and an as- stewardship role, Green Boots will: sessment. •Promote recycling and reduce solid In order to help 54th BEB lead the way Public Works, students plant tree waste disposal as the initial test case, the Directorate of VICENZA — In celebration of the 47th Earth Day, the Directorate of Public Works •Practice energy and water conserva- Public Works provided the unit with re- Environmental Division organized a tree-planting ceremony in front of Vicenza Ele- tion measures cycling bins to see how well they can im- mentary School on Villaggio April 21. •Purchase products that are less harm- prove their recycling performance. Yes, At the event, Garrison Commander Col. Steve Marks, spoke about the Army’s sup- ful to human health and the environment their “before” trash bags were sampled. port of environmental initiatives and Norman Stiegler, director of DPW, talked about •Help improve water quality in creeks, Remember, anyone can be “green” by the importance of Earth Day, which is celebrated in more than 190 countries around rivers and lakes of a community practicing good energy and water habits, the world. •Help improve indoor and outdoor air recycling and reducing vehicle use. Three fourth-graders, Nadia Thaniel, Mayson Tumlinson and Triston Miletich, rep- quality; and If you see energy waste or a need for resented the elementary school by sharing their thoughts about the important role trees •Educate personnel, service members, repair, please call the DPW service order play in the environment, concluding with a “just do it” attitude when it comes to tak- family members and other installation desk, DSN 637-8100. ing action and caring for the environment. Carmella Neal, eighth-grader and Middle School Student Council President, also spoke on the importance of the day. The DPW Entomology Division organized the planting of the red oak tree, in the hopes of helping to reduce stress, increase safety and provide shade to the students, along with the other trees already planted in that area. Trees have a positive impact, and the USAG Italy DPW Environmental Division is glad of the opportunity to have added value to the community and school. (DPW)

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4 Outlook May 12, 2017 Community celebrates volunteers Respite CASERMA EDERLE — The annual Julia Radermacher Graybill Services, Camp Darby Garrison Volunteer Recognition Ceremo- Crystal Casey Sgt. Richard Kiesinger, Soldiers’ Theatre care offers ny took place April 26 at the Golden Lion Treasa Pezzulo here. Kelly Wagner Civilian Adult All volunteers in the community who Sandra Smith Julia Radermacher Graybill, Co. A, 307th assistance are registered in the Volunteer Manage- Aimee Randazzo MI Bn.; Andri Angrino, 1st Bn., 503rd In- VICENZA — The Exceptional Family ment Information System were invited to Martha Espinoza fantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade; Member Program provides a temporary attend the family-friendly event. Michelle Anzalone, 307th MI Bn.; Mark rest period for family members respon- Fifteen volunteers had more than 500 Volunteers with 1,000+ hours Brooks, CYS, Camp Darby; Mia Carazzo, sible for the regular care of persons with hours, with two others logging in more John (JD) Keith Legion Co., 1st Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt., 173rd disabilities through EFMP’s Respite Care than 1,000 hours in the past year. Fol- Patricia Wilson Abn. Bde.; Nicole Childs, Headquarters program. lowing are the those volunteers who were & Headquarters Co., 307th MI Bn.; Katie Additionally of interest to community recognized at the ceremony: Volunteers of the Year and Currid, Co. B, 2nd Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt., members, this program provides an em- Nominating Organization 173rd Abn. Bde.; Martha Espinoza, Amer- ployment opportunity. Volunteers with 500+ hours Youth (ages 10-17) ican Red Cross; Morgan Gallo O’Bryant, Vicenza Community Club; Abby Mathias, Krystie Chavez Dominic Michael Randazzo, 307th Mili- HHC, 1st Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt., 173rd Abn. Eligible, interested? April Reibestein tary Intelligence Battalion Bde.; Audrey McIntosh, Army Community Moira Neal Donald Neal, Soldiers’ Theatre The exceptional family member must be Service; Pam Moore, Post Library, Caserma medically enrolled in EFMP to be eligi- Cassidy Condit Donald Neal, Vicenza Chapel Ederle; Shannon Sanford, Vicenza Chapel; Jill Abeyta ble; eligibility is also based on the EFM’s Sandra Smith, Co. B, 307th MI Bn.; Ed Wil- severe medical condition or significant Michelle Gaddy Active-Duty Adult son, Soldiers’ Theatre; Natalie Worthan, 1st Diane Houghton Col. Karen Keith, Vicenza Chapel medical needs. At this time, educational Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt., 173rd Abn. Bde.; and enrollments are not eligible. Virginia Sanchez-Valdez Staff Sgt. Ira Thompson, Child & Youth Diandra Claure, Army Community Service Benefits of receiving care Family members who are responsible for the regular care of persons with disabilities do many things: shop for food, cook meals, pay bills, in some cases help the person with daily hygiene tasks and living skills, and provide company and emotional support. For the family member providing care, it is often a full-time job, particularly for caregivers who live in the home. They are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As a result, these family members may experience mental and/or emotional strain and shoulder a significant amount of stress, which can result in putting their own well-being at a diminished capacity. Respite Care is designed to give those family members time to rest, rejuvenate and take some time for themselves. Be- cause the care is provided (and funded) by the Army’s Exceptional Family Mem- ber Program, the caregiver can take some much-needed time for self-care without placing an additional financial burden on the family.

Employment Providers are local family members of active-duty service members, DOD civil- 40 miles to remember WWII Ranger ians and contractors. Respite Care Pro- TORBOLE — More than 200 people hiked from Peschiera del Garda to Torbole, along the edge of Lake Garda, in viders (RCPs) take on the responsibility memory of Col. William O. Darby, who died in Torbole on April 30, 1945, at the end of World War II. The 40-mile march to provide care for a family member with commemorates the path taken by Darby and his Soldiers as they fought Axis forces to help liberate Italy. special needs. The ideal provider is a de- Service members from Aviano, Vicenza and Camp Darby, along with representatives of some Italian military associa- pendable, caring individual who is moti- tions, retirees associations and local historians, marched together in remembrance of the ultimate sacrifice Darby and vated by a desire to serve family mem- 25 of his Soldiers paid during the fighting to drive the enemy back from Lake Garda. bers with disabilities in the community. Military spouse Amber Weber said Camp Darby was well represented with 12 participants, including Airmen, Soldiers RCPs can make their own schedules by and a family member. coordinating with the families, and may “All 12 members completed the challenge in less than the 12-hour time frame,” she said. (Courtesy photo) work in the family member’s home or in the RCPs home. All training provided is at no expense to the RCP, except for First CONFLICT under U.S. Army Africa are doing a phe- ready force for forced entry capability Aid/CPR training. Additional training continued from page 1 nomenal job,” he said. “They may not if we need it, wherever that may be. If will be available to the RCP for personal have all the requisite resources they need, there’s some kind of contingency opera- development. He said this shift in responsibility has but they are understanding the risk. They tion in Africa, or contingency operation Anyone interested in receiving care or allowed host nations to combat regional are mitigating that risk, and they are get- in Europe, we have this forced-entry air- becoming a Respite Care Provider should threats while lessening the exposure of ting after the mission down there. borne brigade that can do that.” stop by the Army Community Service U.S. forces. “(With) my exposure to U.S. Army Af- He said the 173rd has earned a reputa- EFMP office for more information and “It has not only significantly reduced the tion around the world as an elite combat to pick up an application. The office is threat, physically, to our forces, but the “This kind of expeditionary mindset brigade, through its actions in Iraq and located in the ACS building on Caserma Afghanistan. risk to mission failure as well.” that we’ve asked them to have in the Ederle. Troxell emphasized the importance of “When we take a brigade like that and For additional questions and/or infor- U.S. Army Africa and 173rd Airborne past is going to be enduring.” we put it as part of an enhanced forward mation regarding Respite Care through —Command Sgt. Maj. Brigade, both headquartered in Vicenza, package in Eastern Europe and partner the EFMP, call the EFMP office at 634- John Wayne Troxell, SEAC in accomplishing these missions. them with countries like Latvia, Lithua- 8582, comm. 0444-71-8582. (ACS) While he said Africa has traditionally nia and Estonia, this is a great way to not been treated as a lower priority than the only assure our allies, but also to deter Middle East, threats like al-Shabaab and rica and during my travels in Africa, I’ve any kind of aggression to those countries Boko Haram have started to have much seen nothing but great things that they’re or any U.S. interest,” Troxell said. Need help? broader implications, including the spread doing down there, and that they’re going He finished by saying that both the bri- Don’t know of ISIS into Africa. He emphasized this to continue to do.” gade and USARAF are well positioned to as why U.S. Army Africa is so import- As for operations in Europe, Troxell face whatever conflicts they encounter, in who to call? ant to the current mission and added that said having the 173rd Airborne Brigade whatever form they take. The “character Call the USARAF’s efforts on the continent have stationed in Italy is a huge benefit in de- of conflict” may be changing, but Vicenza allowed the U.S. to combat these violent terring foreign aggression to many east- units are changing right along with them Chaplain Hotline. extremist organizations. ern European countries. to meet the challenges of the future. DSN 637-2273 (CARE), “When you talk about mitigating risks “Because it’s an airborne brigade and and getting mission results, the forces forward deployed here in Italy, this is a (See related story, page 6) comm. 0444-66-2273

5 Outlook May 12, 2017 Senior Enlisted Advisor visits Soldiers, discusses challenges junior NCOs. He said the strong non- by Aaron P. Talley commissioned officer is something other VMC Public Affairs Office nations have a hard time understanding, but also one that give the United States a distinct advantage. VICENZA — The Senior Enlisted Ad- “Troops at all levels need to understand visor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs the importance of what they’re doing,” of Staff visited with Soldiers here May 1. he told the group. Because, he said, when Command Sgt. Maj. John Wayne Troxell a unit has empowered their junior leaders serves as the principal military advisor to to make important decisions, it can have the Chairman and the Secretary of De- large strategic implications by making fense. the U.S. military more agile and respon- During his visit, he toured Caserma sive. Ederle and the housing area at Villaggio As he saw many facilities on Del Din (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office) before speaking to a group of Soldiers at and Ederle and learned about support for the post theater. Topics included threats families, the senior leader said it is cru- to the United States and the role that cial to have a strong garrison team, and Employee Spotlight troops in Europe will play in combating the role of the garrison is the key to suc- those threats. cess for a deployed service member. This week, the Outlook puts the spotlight on Chiara Chelossi, who works for “I wanted them to understand the op- “Everything they do for families is vi- U.S. Army Garrison Italy at Camp Darby. erational environment, globally, that we tally important. Because as we’re asking operate in, and some of the challenges these service members to maintain this Organization/position: that we have, not only from nation states, high operational tempo, and potential USAG Italy DMC / Safety & Occupational Health Specialist but from violent extremists and non- (deploy) for three, six, nine months to go state actors, so that they understand why to places like Lithuania or somewhere Overview of job/duties: the operational tempo we have is high else, it is vitally important that we’re tak- Serves as Safety and Occupational Health Specialist for USAG Italy and mil- and why it will probably continue to be ing care of the families back here. itary community, and RSPP for DMC organizations (in accordance with Italian high,” Troxell said. “The Soldiers can keep his or her mind law). She is the technical consultant and coordinator on safety and OH issues After having lunch with enlisted service on the mission they have to do and know for the garrison commander and DMC manager and other tenant military units/ members, Troxell took the short trip over that their family members are going to be agencies, their staff, managers and supervisers. The position includes manag- to Caserma Del Din to see the home of taken care of. The more we can take care ing the U.S. and the Italian safety program for the installation. Chelossi serves the 173rd Airborne Brigade. He received of their families here, the better off those as the installation safety representative and is a recognized expert for the Ital- a tour of the base and met with sergeants forces will be during that deployment.” ian safety and OH program applied to all host nation personnel within the major and first sergeants of the brigade. The SEAC finished his Vicenza visit by installation. Troxell spoke to brigade senior NCOs meeting with leadership of U.S. Army about the importance of empowering Africa. Major accomplishments or goals: Worked with USAREUR & USATCES on completing the Tombolo Dock & Railhead DARADs for European Command approval. Updated the Emer- gency Plan for Camp Darby, including efficient host nation personnel injury-reporting procedures and effective safety procedures for external contract workers, increasing contractor awareness of safety.

What do you like best about your job? “It is never boring! It includes a variety of different duties and activities such as non-tactical and tactical training, motorcycle courses, explosives safety, major industrial operations, railhead operations, safety inspections, etc. The Safety & OH Specialist develops plans, administers, implements and evaluates a 24-hour safety and occupational health program applicable to high, moderate and low-risk operations for Soldiers, civilians (Americans and local nationals) and family members on the installation, in the field and contingency operations, in order to ensure a safe and health working environment.”

Lt. Col. Sergio Di Rosalia comes to Camp Darby from the 1st Carabinieri Regiment Paratroopers Tuscania in Livorno to serve as Carabinieri commander at DMC. DMC welcomes new Carabinieri commander

Story and photo by Chiara Mattirolo DMC Public Affairs Office

LIVORNO — On April 20, Lt. Col. Sergio Di Rosalia took command of the Carabinieri SETAF unit stationed at Camp Darby. His previous assignment was Chief Personnel Office, 1st Carabinieri Regiment Paratroopers Tuscania in Livorno. Di Rosalia studied at the Military Academy in Modena as well as the Carabinieri Officers School in Rome, the major institute for officer development. Di Rosalia has a law degree and a master’s degree in internal and external security sciences. He has also attended the NATO military police officer planning course, the international military police course in Vicenza, and the NATO logistics course. During his 25-year career, Di Rosalia has served in several international deployments, working closely with U.S. military forces. “Working here at Camp Darby is a little bit like being in a multinational deploy- Madagascar Jr. at Soldiers’ Theatre ment,” said Di Rosalia. “My first impression is of a very professional and friendly CASERMA EDERLE — King Julian the 13th, played by Joshua Scapin Tagua environment.” (center), sings a lullaby to Alex the Lion, played by Brandon Mitchell, as the According to Di Rosalia, his role here is to guarantee the security of the installation rest of the lemurs look on, during the Soldiers’ Theatre production of “Mada- thru the cooperation of various responsible authorities. gascar Jr.” The cast played to sold-out houses during its first weekend, and “The relationship and collaboration between the various law enforcement entities full houses are expected throughout the run. Performances will be today, May and the installation management must be strong to reach the institutional objectives 12, at 7:30 p.m.; May 13 at 2 p.m., with the final performance May 14 at 2 p.m. that we are here to pursue,” said Di Rosalia. Limited tickets are available by calling DSN 634-7281. “I am looking forward to continuing on the professional track of collaboration and (Photo by Mark Turney, VMC Public Affairs Office) working together with my colleagues and the key players of the base for a safe and pleasant future together.”

6 Outlook May 12, 2017 Topper awards recognize best in theater a Musical. “Thank you for your sacrifice by James Corbin and your service.” USAG Wiesbaden Public Affairs Miranda was one of an array of guest stars, including William Shatner, LeVar WIESBADEN, Germany — Actors, Burton, Daniel Radcliffe, Art LaFluer, actresses, crew, friends, family and spe- Henry Winkler, Chris Pine, Ben Stiller, cial guests all came together for a gala Charlie Carver, Kristin Chenoweth, Joe event celebrating the best in Army Eu- Manteiga, Harvey Fierstein, and David rope community theater during the 2017 Hyde Pierce, who all volunteered their season at an event here April 29. time to help announce awards this year. This year’s Toppers Awards, held for The evening’s top winners were USAG the first time in the event’s 22-year his- Wiesbaden’s Amelia Earhart Playhouse tory at U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden, with 13 Toppers, Kaiserslautern’s KMC SURVIVOR showcased the best and brightest from Onstage with 10 Toppers and USAG continued from page 7 theater programs across Europe. Stuttgart’s Stuttgart Theater Center with “Everyone who has contributed to one nine Toppers. Artale said he would always wonder of this year’s entries is already a highly Vicenza’s Soldiers’ Theatre’s produc- what happened to his family and often valued member of a winning team,” said tion of “A Funny Thing Happened on the dreamed about seeing them again. It Michael D. Formica, Installation Man- Way to Forum” received nine nomina- wasn’t until sometime later, when the agement Command Europe director, as tions and garnered three Topper awards. camp was liberated by Red Army forces he welcomed the guests and nominees to Sgt. First Class Joe Stone won Best Mil- in January 1945, that he would realize he the event. itary Performance in a Musical, Lorenzo was the only one of his family to survive. “Your talent, dedication and hard work Felisatti won Best Supporting Actor in a From then on, Artale’s life would be enrich us all. On behalf of the total Army Lorenzo Felisatti (left) and Sgt. First Musical and Jerry Brees won Best Tech- “challenging,” he said, as he was placed Europe, Air Force, and international fam- Class Joe Stone perform in Vicenza’s nical Director of a Musical. into the hands of a Jewish foster care as- ilies, I thank you for providing top-quali- Soldiers’ Theatre’s production of “A “This is extremely exciting for all the sociation that moved him to Miami to ty entertainment events in the tournament Funny Thing Happened on the Way to nominees and winners as well as for the begin life in an orphanage. and throughout the year. Congratulations Forum.” (File photo by Mark Turney, VMC program and the command,” said Brees, Public Affairs Office) “Life there was horrible,” said Artale. to all of you for a job well done.” who is the Entertainment Director for “They used to make fun of how skinny Dane Winters, IMCOM Europe en- USAG Italy. I was and ask me why. I would explain tertainment director and one of the eve- from military communities throughout “Soldiers’ Theatre would like to thank about Auschwitz, and no one would be- ning’s masters of ceremonies, said this Europe, with some star-studded help. the community for supporting this pro- lieve me. Not the children or the adults. year’s Toppers competition was one of “I’m thrilled to be back this year to duction and the entertainment program,” No one would listen and they accused me the best he has seen, and hardest for the help celebrate all your hours of hard he added. “Enthusiastic audiences and of lying, so I stopped telling the story of judges to pick winners. work and outstanding achievements,” dedicated volunteers are the reason for my life there.” “The shows this year were really in- said Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tony-award our success.” The survivor began to build a life for credible, I mean professional-quality winning actor, playwright and composer, For the entire list of winners from the himself but said his, “anger, hatred and stuff,” he said. “Everyone was so ener- and creator of the Broadway hits “In the 2017 Toppers, go to https://www.army. desire for revenge” drove him forward. gized and so excited.” Heights” and “Hamilton,” in a pre-re- mil/article/187000. He graduated from high school and col- The 49 Toppers awards and numerous corded video message announcing the *Editor’s note: Aaron P. Talley, VMC Public Af- lege and became an engineer. But his life, special awards were presented by leaders winner of Best Military Performance in fairs Office, also contributed to this story. he said, was filled with that hatred. It re- mained that way for many years until he joined the U.S. Army. “I joined the Army and was stationed in Italy,” he reminisced. “There, I was in- At the movies troduced to the sister of a friend. It was that sweet and sensitive girl who became my wife, and she turned my hatred into love.” Often halting in his speech as he was overcome with emotion, Artale eventual- ly opened the floor for questions. One question about the ability to forgive caused a moment of pause, and then he spoke loudly and clearly with deep thought and anguish in his answer. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (Rated PG) Commemorating the100th “I have learned to forgive those horrible A Heffley family road trip to Meemaw’s 90th birthday celebration takes a anniversary of World War I atrocities that I saw daily there. This was w r o n g t u r n t h a n k s t o G r e g ’ s l a t e s t s c h e m e t o ( fi n a l l y ! ) b e c o m e f a m o u s . thanks to my beloved wife, who (died) Notable dates 15 years ago,” said Artale. “I have for- May 12 7 p.m. King Arthur: given all except (one thing) ... But I have The Legend of the Sword in 3D (PG-13) forgiven because of my wife, because I •May 10, 1917: Destroyer USS Wain- 10 p.m. The Wall (NR) wright made the first attack on a German got from life something fantastic. But May 13 3 p.m. King Arthur: one thing I cannot pardon, I cannot for- submarine by an American warship; un- The Legend of the Sword (PG-13) fortunately, the attack was unsuccessful. give, is when my mother was divided May 13 6 p.m. The Wall (NR) from her children. I still now hope that May 14 3 p.m. Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (PG-13) she (did) not know what was happening •May 12, 1917: The Tenth Battle of 6 p.m. King Arthur: Isonzo began on the Italian-Austrian and (that she didn’t) have enough time to The Legend of the Sword (PG-13) think that she could not help her children. front. May 17 7 p.m. The Wall (NR) This pain to my mother is difficult for me May 18 7 p.m. Going in Style (PG-13) to forgive.” •May 17, 1917: The U.S. Army select- May 19 7 p.m. Everything, Everything (PG-13) ed 32 cantonments for training the en- Artale continued to answer questions 10 p.m. Alien: Covenant (R) and, as he concluded his visit, left this larged army authorized by Congress the May 20 3 p.m. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: previous month. thought. “For so long, I tried to erase The Long Haul (PG) the terrible memories. The pain is still 6 p.m. Alien: Covenant (R) •May 17, 1917: Base Hospital No. 4 strong. On November 1, when I go to the May 21 3 p.m. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: cemetery, I read the names on the graves arrived in Liverpool; it was the first U.S. The Long Haul (PG) Army unit to reach Europe. and know that I cannot find any of my 6 p.m. Alien: Covenant (R) family killed in Auschwitz. Sometimes I May 24 7 p.m. Everything, Everything (PG-13) doubt (my very existence). I feel like a •May 18, 1917: The Compulsory Ser- May 25 7 p.m. Alien: Covenant (R) vice Act (draft) went into effect. All tree without roots. “ However, Artale did not lose hope and males between 21 and 31 years old were Check movie schedule online at eligible. trust in humanity. https://www.shopmyexchange.com/reel-time-theatres/Vicenza. “This is always thanks to my wife,” he Movie schedule is provided by AAFES. said. •May 24, 1917: The U.S. War Depart- *Writer’s note: Sonderkommandos were work Admission ment established the First Expeditionary units made up of German Nazi death camp 3D first run: Adult $8.50, under 12 $5.75; Division; the majority of its units were prisoners. They were composed of prisoners, 3D second run: Adult $8, under 12 $5.50 along the Mexican border. usually Jews, who were forced, on threat of First run: Adult $6.50, under 12, $3.75; Second run: Adult $6, under 12 $3.50 their own deaths, to aid with disposal of gas SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE (Compiled by Gary Hyde, chamber victims during the Holocaust. Outlook contributor)

7 Outlook May 12, 2017 Get ready for Summer! Think fun, stay safe

Castello del Catajo

BATTAGLIA TERME (Padova) — Journey back in time at Castello del Catajo, the royal palace of the Euganean Hills, a 30-40 minute drive from Caser- ma Ederle. The castle dates back to 1570, when it was built on orders of the Obizzi family, who came from Burgundy, France. New renovation and resto- ration began on the property in 2016. From March to November, the castle is open to the public each Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday , and all Ital- ian holidays. From April through August, the hours are 3 to 7 p.m. Groups and private visits can be ar- ranged upon request.Take a guided tour; highlights include the entrance and Courtyard of the Giants, Elephant Fountain, the Grand Terrace, the gardens and more. Visit Castello del Catajo at Via Catajo, 1; Battaglia Terme.

For more information: www.castellodelcatajo.it/en.

(Photo by Karin J. Martinez, Outlook Editor)

Feel the HEAT, identify factors that contribute to illness FORT RUCKER, Ala. — As much as we don’t like ers need to ensure everything is being done correctly so • Time (length of heat exposure and recovery time) to think that our mothers and other sage advisers were risk-mitigation steps are executed. Also, as the day and Leaders must use the tools available to help empha- right, the older we get, the more we realize how correct temperature change, plans need to be flexible so they size the importance of preventing these needless losses they were. The old adage “an ounce of prevention is can be adjusted to provide the maximum level of pre- to heat illnesses. Information is readily available on the worth a pound of cure” still holds true, especially when vention available. U.S. Army Public Health Center website. it comes to preventing heat-related illnesses. Summer is rapidly approaching and, in some areas of The organization’s heat illness prevention page is filled Every year, leaders and Soldiers look for new ways, the world, temperatures are already on the rise. The Ar- with critical information describing the signs, symp- better techniques or magic bullets to eliminate or min- my’s operational tempo has not slowed down. Soldiers toms and treatment options. The site includes ready- imize heat illnesses in their formations. During train- are training and going into combat in hot environments, made presentations, as well as statistics, multimedia ing and combat operations, weather and environmental carrying hefty loads and wearing heavy personal pro- awareness materials and a heat illness risk mitigation conditions are briefed as part of the overall operations tective equipment. matrix. You name it and the information is available. plan. Also, risk mitigation is supposed to be incorporat- This equipment, while critical to Soldier survival, can There is another old saying, “You can lead a horse ed into mission planning from start to finish. So what strain and decrease the effectiveness of the body’s natu- to water, but you can’t make him drink.” Such advice happens? Despite our best efforts, Soldiers still experi- ral cooling mechanisms. doesn’t apply when it comes to preventing heat-relat- ence heat-related illnesses and, sadly, some die of these Remembering a key acronym, HEAT, will help identi- ed illnesses. To stay fit to fight, leaders and Soldiers injuries. fy factors which contribute to heat illnesses: must take appropriate preventive measures and moni- Although leaders are held responsible for any inju- • High heat category, especially on several sequential tor themselves and their battle buddies for the signs of ry, to include heat-related illnesses, the responsibility days (measure Wet Bulb Globe Temperature when am- heat-related illnesses. doesn’t stop there. Each Soldier is responsible to follow bient temperature is more than 75 degrees Fahrenheit) For more information on preventing heat illnesses, unit standing operating procedures, obey noncommis- • Exertion level of training, especially on several se- visit the Army Public Health Center’s website at https:// sioned officers and other leaders, watch out for battle quential days phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/discond/hipss/pages/heat- buddies and ensure they stay properly hydrated. Lead- • Acclimatization (and other individual risk factors) injuryprevention.aspx. Use your head with two-wheeled vehicles, on road can also be confident in buying Italian-made helmets as by Kristinn Heinrichs the Italian standards meet, and often exceed, American U.S. Army Vicenza Health Center standards. Getting the right fit can happen in four easy steps: VICENZA – Here in Italy, we are often surrounded, Step 1: Measure head circumference with a tape mea- and sometimes surprised, on the roads by two-wheeled sure. Place it slightly above the ear and bring it across vehicles, from scooters to bicycles. Some people are the mid-forehead, completely circling the head one inch drawn to the exhilarating feeling of wind in their hair, above the eyebrows. Take the average of three or four some simply enjoy the exercise. measurements. There are charts available online that If you decide to take advantage of the flat roads and can help determine helmet size from this measurement. great experiences on two wheels, always consider the Step 2: Try it on. The helmet should be worn level best strategies to do it safely. on the head and not slide or move freely when you roll Wear a snug-fitting helmet specific to the activity. It’s your head from side to side. Helmets usually come with the rule on post and makes sense everywhere else. Also, differing thickness pad sets to use for a better fit. ride on designated bike paths whenever you can. Ride Wearing a properly fitting helmet is essential fo protect Step 3: For a proper fit, be sure the front of the helmet defensively — expect the unexpected from every side. bicyclists, skateboarders and the like. (Courtesy photo) lies just above the eyebrows and that the back of the hel- Italian law requires a bike bell and front and rear lights met doesn’t touch the nape of the neck. The chin strap to help you be seen and communicate with other driv- to riding safety and preventing head injuries, but do should fit snugly but so tight as to cause discomfort or ers. Those fluorescent jackets and exercise wear are also you know how to get the right helmet for you and your choking. Securely fasten the strap and try to roll the hel- great to help others see you. Remember to stay sharp, sport? met off the head. If the skin on your forehead moves and never bike while texting or using music earbuds; Most bicycle, in-line skating, skateboarding and roll- slightly, it is a good fit. when one is distracted by texting, the reaction time is er-skating helmets are rated as single-use, designed to Step 4: Wear it. Every time. equal to that of a 95-year-old. Be smart and put the be used only for the activity for which it is intended, and The U.S. Army Health Center-Vicenza is dedicated to phone away. single impact, designed to protect you against a single keeping you and your loved ones healthy. Concussions We all know to never ride under the influence of alco- crash. Once the head has connected with an immovable and head injuries from motorcycles and bicycles are hol or drugs, but also remember medications such as al- object, the helmet must be replaced because of the po- more frequent than you think. If you have had a head lergy medications or prescription pain killers may cause tential for damage to the impact-absorbing material of injury and are experiencing symptoms like persistent drowsiness and impaired judgment. the helmet. headaches, blurred vision and/or confusion, make an Don’t forget to check the weather and road conditions, Lab research has shown that you want the outside of appointment with your Primary Care Provider right as roads are slickest just after the rain starts. Finally, be the helmet to slide when a person hits the pavement to away through www.TRICAREonline.com or by con- alert for areas of limited visibility and know your limits. prevent head rotation, not stick to the pavement and jerk tacting the Appointment and Information Line at DSN You may already know that helmets are the first step your neck. Rounder, slicker helmets slide better. You 636-9000, comm. 0444-61-9000.

8 Outlook May 12, 2017 Being the host with the most A few tips for welcoming guests into your home by Karin J. Martinez Consider down time Outlook Editor Down time is essential during a vacation and vital to recharging oneself for more sightseeing. If possible, sprinkle VICENZA — Remember when you in some time at home to sleep in a lit- lived in a town where faraway family and tle or have an early night. Keep in mind friends could never get around to com- the time change, age of guests, and the ing for a visit? Well, for better or worse, amount of physical activity you’ll be do- times have changed. You now live in Ita- ing. ly, and visitors almost always come with Because you’ve had a conversation with the territory. your guests, you know where they want Even if you have a low-stress personal- to go and probably will create an itiner- ity and your guests are low maintenance, ary — which days you’re going where. hosting people in your home is work. Not To help alleviate exhaustion, alternate unpleasant work, but there is much to do faraway and nearby places. For example, to prepare for houseguests, and many if you plan a day trip to Pisa on Monday people exhaust themselves getting from and will return late that evening, plan a one place to another during the visit. tools for success, especially if they are from their vacation on their Facebook leisurely day visiting the ceramic shops Over the years, I have had the opportuni- not seasoned travelers. If you have them, page. of Nove on Tuesday. Down time also ty to be host to out-of-town visitors and loan out maps, guide books and Italian gives everyone time to digest all they’ve would like to share a few tips that may language cheat sheet. It might be handy Coffee or tea? seen — and write a few postcards. help when the time comes for you. to teach them how to read a bus schedule, Are your houseguests coffee or tea and smart to take at least one trip by train drinkers? For coffee or tea drinkers who to show how to read a train schedule, val- are used to a cup first thing in the morn- Be flexible Check dates A friend of mine who has had many vis- Once someone tells you he or she idate a ticket and where to go for help if ing, life can get a little uncomfortable itors is usually off and running the day would like to visit, take a look at the cal- needed. without it. This certainly doesn’t mean after arrival. This is a fantastic way to op- endar. Make sure there are no conflicts The phone conversation is vital so all hosts have to run out and purchase a cof- timize time and fit in as much sightseeing before flights are booked. A change after parties know what the expectations are, fee maker. Obtaining a small supply of as possible. I have tried this, however, the fact could incur extra fees. Check de- and so friends who come here to see you instant coffee to tide someone over may and it hasn’t worked as well for me. On ployment and TDY schedules, big proj- are still friends when they leave. be all that is needed until you can get two different occasions, I’ve made next- ects or deadlines at work, and trip plans. your guests to a caffè — which is part of day, out-of-town plans, only for guests Make sure to tell your future guest(s) if the Italian experience, after all. Vehicle situation to arrive without luggage because their dates are flexible; when they’re booking, What do you drive, and how many peo- layover airport couldn’t get the luggage it may be cheaper to book a flight a day ple can fit in your car? These questions Lighten the load on the same flight. With luggage arriving or two before/after the dates agreed upon. should be answered before airport pick- Products such as shampoo, conditioner up. Consider ahead of time whether or and shower gel can weigh down a suit- late the next day, we had to revamp our Have a real conversation not you have enough room in the vehi- case. It may be helpful to guests if they plans. It is important to have an oral conversa- cle to fit everyone and their luggage, or don’t have to bring those items at all. So stay flexible, and consider having tion. Texting can leave room for miscom- whether a rental vehicle is needed. Have such products available, and guests a few activities in mind for when some- munication, as there are typically many will thank you for the extra space in their thing you’ve planned doesn’t work out. questions from both parties. Get ready to Allergies suitcase for all of the souvenirs they buy. Whether it’s lost luggage or something is talk it all out — with notepad and pen in When someone wants to visit, remind closed that you thought would be open, hand. Some things to discuss are: How them about your pets. If potential guests Stock up if you have a few ideas handy, everyone long are they staying? Who is expected aren’t comfortable with pets in the home A few weeks ahead of time, visit the can make a decision and move on with- to make travel plans and do the driving? or have severe allergies to them, oth- commissary or local grocery store to out skipping a beat. Will they be with you the entire time, or er accommodations may be required. pick up items that tend to go quickly with There are many things to consider when will they be in and out, and you’ll drop It may just be that guests need to bring more people in the house. Items such as hosting guests. Most important, though: off/pick up at the train station as they along some extra allergy medication. toilet paper, laundry soap, toothpaste, relax and have fun. Many people save bustle across Italy/Europe? What do they Allergies also pertain to food. Make sure bottled water, cereal and coffee are easy money for a lifetime to visit Italy. Revel want to see? you know what the allergies are, if any, to stock without much worry of expira- in the opportunity that you are a conduit If it is the case that guests will be in and so you won’t accidentally make someone tion dates. Get a little bit at a time, and for your family and friends to be able to out, it is helpful to arm them with some ill. No one wants to put hospital photos you’ll hardly feel a pinch in your wallet. take that trip. Happy hosting! State Department issues travel alert for Europe WASHINGTON — The Department of in particular during the upcoming sum- ready. State is once again reminding U.S. citi- mer travel season when large crowds Register in the Smart Traveler Enroll- zens of the continued threat of terrorist may be common. ment Program (STEP). attacks throughout Europe. Terrorists persist in employing a variety The State Department continues to Recent, widely reported incidents in of tactics, including firearms, explosives, work closely with European partners and France, Russia, Sweden and the United using vehicles as ramming devices, and allies on the threat from international ter- Kingdom demonstrate that the Islam- sharp-edged weapons that are difficult to rorism. Information is routinely shared ic State of Iraq and ash-Sham (ISIS or detect before an attack. between the United States and Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, and their affiliates Anyone traveling be- its key partners to disrupt ter- have the ability to plan and execute ter- tween countries in Europe rorist plotting, identify and rorist attacks in Europe. should check the U.S. em- take action against potential While local governments continue bassy or consulate website operatives, and strengthen de- counterterrorism operations, the State in the destination city for fenses against potential threats. 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9 Outlook May 12, 2017 Out & About All listings compiled by Anna Terracino the inhabitants of Dalmatia, who were under the Slav menace. The second event took place in 1177, when VENETO & NEARBY Pope Alexander III and Emperor Frederick Barbarossa signed the peace treaty in Venice that put an end to the century-long diatribe between the papacy and the Streeat Food Truck Festival empire. The rite of the “Wedding with the Sea” used to May 12, 4 p.m.-1 a.m., May 13-14, 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Bas- take place in occasion of the Ascension Day Festival. sano del Grappa, Parco Ragazzi del 99. The best Italian Every year on that day the doge on his barge sailed to food trucks offer a great variety of specialties, beers Sant’ Elena. and wines from all over Italy. Free entrance. The Bishop waited to bless him on a boat. To empha- https://www.facebook.com/events/642593582615088/?fref=ts size the Serenissima Republic’s dominion over the sea, the festival culminated with a kind of propitiatory rite: Antica Fiera di Primavera the doge sailed to the channel between the lagoon and Spring Festival the sea and threw a gold ring into the water. May 14, Camisano Vicentino, about 11 miles east of Venice began to celebrate Ascension Day again in Vicenza. Food booths in Piazza della Costituzione fea- 1965, with the program that goes far beyond mere ture local specialties. Carnival rides in Piazza del Vi- Paoli, €34,50; 10:30 p.m. Bar Borsa, Flo re-evocation: the Gemellaggio Adriatico (Adriatic cariato Civile and Piazza della Costituzione; vintage twinning) project now links the Serenissima Republic vehicles exhibit in Piazza Pio X and Piazza Umberto I. May 21: 7 p.m., Olympic Theatre, Danilo Rea and Gino Paoli; 9:30 p.m., Bar Borsa, Final Jam Session. with a city or a geographic area that has had a special Beginning at 9 p.m., live country music and dancing. historical relationship with Venice, joined in a bond For more info and to buy tickets online, visit http:// http://www.comune.camisanovicentino.vi.it/po/elenco_news. of culture, love of the sea and the activities connected php?x=&area=H&tags=4 www.vicenzajazz.org/it/biglietteria.php. http://www.vicenzajazz.org/it/index.php with the sea. May 28, at 9 a.m., boats gather in the ba- sin of San Marco; 9:30 a.m., start of the water parade Sagra dell’Asparago towards St. Nicoló Lido; 10:30 a.m., Ceremony of the Asparagus Festival Giochi gonfiabili a Campo Marzo Wedding with the sea in front of St. Nicoló Church; 11 May 12-15, Marola, Torri di Quartesolo. Food booths Bounce houses in Campo Marzo ThroughMay 14, Vicenza, Campo Marzo, across from a.m. concert by the Serenissima Choir; 5 p.m. women’s featuring asparagus dishes and a wide variety of local twin-oared pupparini regatta; 5:45 p.m. regatta on four specialties open at 6:30 p.m. Live music and dancing the main train station. Weekdays 3-8 p.m.; weekends and Italian holidays, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Among oar-gondolas. nightly starts at 9 p.m. https://www.venicekayak.com/events/festa-della-sensa-2017/ http://www.vicenzatoday.it/eventi/sagre/2-sagra-dell-aspara- the many bounce houses, there is an “air mountain,” go-a-marola-di-torri-di-quartesolo.html “Camelot Castle,” and a giant slide. Admission fee: €5. Special discounts for families. Mezza maratona al chiaro di luna Moonlight Half Marathon Birrinitaly http://www.comune.vicenza.it/cerca.php?q=giochi+gonfiabili Beer Fair May 27, Jesolo. This 21 km half marathon starts from Cavallino Treporti (Venezia) Punta Sabbioni at 7:15 May 13-21, open 10 a.m.-midnight on weekends, 4 Giorni di Rose p.m. and finishes in Jesolo, Piazza Mazzini. For details p.m.-midnight on weekdays, in Padova, Via N. Tom- Days of Roses and registrations fees, visit https://www.enternow.it/iol/in- maseo 59, about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza. Stands May 20-21 from 10:30 a.m., Cervarese S. Croce (Pa- dex.jsp?idms=1208#. feature a great variety of beers and products from all dova), Via Campanella 3, about 11 miles southeast of Vicenza. At 4:30 p.m., visit the botanical rose garden; http://www.comune.jesolo.ve.it/moonlight-half-mara- over Italy; workshops; Beer Pong Challenge; live music thon-2017 every evening. Free entrance. food booths featuring local specialties. Free entrance. http://www.campionaria.it/campionaria/birrinitaly/ https://www.vivaiolacampanella.com/evento/121/giorni-di- rose-2017-20-e-21-maggio-2017.html MARKETS Campionaria VENETO International Fair Notte Rossa Red Night May 13-21, open 10 a.m.-midnight on weekends, 4 Lonigo: May 14, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Garibaldi, Piazza XX Settem- p.m.-midnight on weekdays, in Padova, Via N. Tom- May 27, from 11 a.m., Marostica, Piazza Castello and bre, Via Ognibene, about 20 miles southwest of Vicenza (about maseo 59, about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza. More nearby streets, about 18 miles north of Vicenza. Food 100 vendors) than 1,000 vendors featuring items for home, vaca- booths, exhibit and sale of local cherries; entertain- Montegrotto (Padova): May 14, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza 1º Maggio, tions, hobbies, sports, cars, motorbikes, patio furni- ment with music and jugglers. Free event. https://www.facebook.com/pg/NotteRossaMarostica/ about 34 miles southeast of Vicenza (about 70 vendors) ture, fitness and camping equipment. Horse and dog about/?ref=page_internal shows, entertainment and live music. Free entrance. Portobuffolè (Treviso): May 14, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Beccaro, http://www.campionaria.it/visita/ about 88 miles northeast of Vicenza (250 vendors) Magnacurta Festa Medievale del Vino Bianco 9 km Food and Wine Walking Tour Vicenza: May 14, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazzas dei Signori, Duomo, Garibaldi, Palladio, Biade and Castello (220 vendors) White Wine Medieval Festival May 21, Ponte di Barbarano, about 13 miles south May 19-21, Soave, about 23 miles west of Vicenza. May of Vicenza. Registration starts at 8 a.m. from Piazza Villafranca (Verona): May 14, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Castello (90 19-20 starts at 7 p.m.; food booths feature local prod- Breganzato; departure at 9:15 a.m. This year, region- vendors) ucts and local white wine; medieval entertainment; live al specialties at each stop. Registration fee: €12; €5 for children younger than 14; free for children younger Verona: May 21, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Piazza S. Zeno, about 38 miles music starts at 9:30 p.m.; May 21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., an- west of Vicenza (50 vendors) tique market and exhibit and free tasting of local food than 4. The Magnacurta prize will be awarded to the and wines. Re-enactment of typical medieval life with participant who eats the most during the event; partic- Cittadella (Padova): May 21, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., downtown squares craftsmen, artists, musicians, flag-flyers, stilt walkers, ipants will be weighed at the beginning and at the end and streets, about 21 miles north east of Vicenza (about 70 ven- jesters, fire eaters and knights; historical parade; 9 p.m. of the walk. Prizes also to the youngest participant and dors) to the largest group; free bounce houses for children. live music and dancing. Este (Padova): May 21, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Maggiore and Via http://www.comunesoave.it/vino_bianco.php Live music starts at 11:30 a.m. https://www.facebook.com/events/1508137382543762/ Matteotti, about 28 miles south of Vicenza (60 vendors) Vicenza Jazz Festival Godega di Sant’Urbano: May 21, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Via Roma, Through May 21, every night live jazz music in Vicen- Festa della Sensa about 78 miles northeast of Vicenza (234 vendors) za Feast of the Ascension May 27-28, Venice, about 46 miles east of Vicenza. Montagnana: May 21, 8 a.m. to sunset, Piazza Maggiore 150, May 12: 9 p.m., Olympic Theatre, Dave Douglas Quin- about 27 miles south of Vicenza (60 vendors) tet, €25,50; 10:30 p.m. Open Door Quartet at Bar Bor- Sensa is the Venetian dialect word for “ascension,” and sa, Piazza dei Signori 26 this festival marks the day of Christ’s ascension into Padova: May 21, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Prato della Valle and Via Umberto May 13: 9 p.m. Piazza dei Signori, “La notte della Heaven. It commemorates two important events in the I, about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza (180 vendors) Taranta”; 11 p.m. DJ Set, Bar Borsa life of the Venetian Republic: May 9, in the year 1000 when doge Pietro Orseolo II came to the rescue of Soave: May 21, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antonio Marogna and Corso May 14: 6 p.m., Palladian Basilica, Piazza dei Signo- Vittorio Emanuele, about 23 miles west of Vicenza (110 vendors) ri, Marc Ribot (guitarist), €11,50; 9 p.m., Vicenza City Theatre, Viale Mazzini 39, Black Art Jazz Collective, €20,50; 10:30 p.m. Naked at Bar Borsa May 15: 9 p.m. Vicenza City Theatre, Chris Potter Quintet, €20,50 May 16: 9 p.m. Olympic Theatre, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, €25,50 May 17: 7 p.m., Via Mazzini 39, Clemente/Caminiti Quartet; 9 p.m. Vicenza City Theatre, Dee Dee Bridge- water: €28,50; 10:30 p.m., Bar Borsa, Giovanni Falzone May 18: 9 p.m. Olympic Theatre: Enrico Rava & Geri Allen, €25,50; 10:30, Bar Borsa, Filippo Vignato Trio May 19: 6 p.m., Palladian Basilica, Filippo Vignanto Solo Performance; 8 p.m., Palazzo Chiericati, Luca Aquino Quintet, €5; 8 p.m., Palazzo Chiericati and 10:30 p.m. Bar Borsa, Luca Aquino Quintet; 9 p.m., Vi- cenza City Theatre, Quincy Jones presents Jacob Col- lier, €20,50 May 20: 9 p.m., Olympic Theatre, Danilo Rea and Gino 10 Outlook May 12, 2017 Out & About TUSCANY

Festa in Collina Festival on a Hill May 12-14 and May 18-21 Casciano (Murlo–Siena). Food booths feature a variety of local specialties and wines. Entertainment with live music and games. http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&category=&tag=&area=&city=&date=&page=5&post=99

Sagra del Cacciatore Hunter Fair May 12-14, Certaldo (Florence), Centro Polivalente, via Matteotti. Food booths featuring hare and wild boar, other specialties and local wines. Open at 8 p.m. and Sundays at noon. http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&category=&tag=&area=&city=&date=&page=6&post=2043

Sagra del Cinghiale Wild Boar Fair May 13-14, Bagno a Ripoli (Florence), Via Tizzano 158. Food booths offering a variety of wild boar dishes and other local specialties. Open for dinner on Satur- Balestro del Girifalco, days, and lunch and dinner on Sundays. Grosseto http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- Piombino (Livorno): May 13-14, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cappellet- ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=&page=6&post=33 ti, Corso Italia, via Fucini, Piazza Gramsci

Festa del Prugnolo Pisa: May 13-14, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Piazza dei Cavalieri Prugnolo Festival May 13-14, Montieri (Grosseto). Prugnolo is a rare Pistoia: May 13-14, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Pertini and precious mushroom famous for its intense aroma Vicopisano (Pisa): May 14, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Domenico with hints of hazelnuts and thyme. It was well known Cavalca during the Reinassance, when it was known as St. George’s mushroom because it was believed that, every Pontedera (Pisa): May 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., main squares and year, the first prugnolo sprouted exactly on April 23, streets downtown St. George’s Day. Food booths feature many prugnolo Certaldo (Florence): May 21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Boccaccio and dishes and other local specialties; May 14, local prod- Via 2 Giugno ucts and crafts exhibit and sale; from 3 p.m. live music and entertainment. Florence: May 20-21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Indipendenza, about https://www.ilturista.info/blog/12894-La_Sagra_del_ 130 vendors Prugnolo_a_Montieri/ Lucca: May 20-21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antelminelli, Piazza S. Giovanni, Piazza San Giusto, Via San Giovanni, Corte Bertolini Balestro del Girifalco (about 230 vendors) Historical Reenactment May 28, 5:30 p.m. Massa Marittima (Grosseto), Piaz- Marina di Grosseto (Grosseto): May 20-21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Via za del Duomo. This festival was first held in the early XXIV Maggio years of the 14th century: 24 competitors, armed with Ponte a Egola (Pisa): May 21, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Garibaldi and authentic replicas of 15th century Italian crossbows, Via XXV Aprile used by their ancestors, compete trying to center a target placed 30 meters away, on the other side of Piaz- Quarrata (Pistoia): May 21, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Risorgimento za del Duomo. On the back of the target is a painting of the festival’s namesake, the girifalco (gyrfalcon), its wings spread wide in flight. The competitor whose -ar CONCERTS/SPORTS row hits the center of the target wins. http://www.societaterzierimassetani.it/?p=1120

Game Show Kiss – May 15 Torino; May 16 Casalecchio di Reno June 2, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; June 3, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; June Guns ‘N’ Roses –June 10 Imola 4, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Grosseto, Località Madonnino 5. Bruno Mars – June 12 Casalecchio di Reno; June 15 As- Exhibit of outdoor sports, hunting and fishing items, sago Cranberries– June 12 Milan;June 23 Piazzola sul Bren- ITALIAN ARTISTS agility dog shows; horse trekking; hiking; falconry; Fiorella Mannoia – May 13-14 Florence; May 20 Pado- clay pigeon shooting and archery competitions; out- ta (Padova) Green Day –June 14 Lucca; June 15 Monza va; May 24 Trieste; Sept. 17 in Verona door competitions. Entrance fee: €13; reduced €10 for Justin Bieber & Martin Garrix - June 18 Monza Francesco Renga – May 16 Naples; May 18 Florence; children aged 6-12; free entrance for children young- Aerosmith - June 23 Florence May 22 Casalecchio di Reno er than 6 and for visitors with hunting and/or fishing Damian Jr Gong Marley – June 23 Rome Umberto Tozzi – May 19 Padova; May 24 Pordenone permit. Major Lazer –June 24 Milan IL Volo – May 19-20 Verona https://www.gamefairitalia.it/it/ Sean Paul – June 27 Padova; April 17 Milan Tiziano Ferro – June 11 Lignano Sabbiadoro; June 16- The Chainsmokers –June 28 Milan 17 Milan; June 24 Bologna; June 28 and June 30 Rome; Corri sui Lungarni LP – July 3 Rome; July 11 Lucca July 15 Florence Road running along the Arno River Wolfmother + Giuda – July 7 Padova Vasco– July 1 Modena June 3; the 7.2 km walk departs at 9 p.m. from Piaz- Anastacia – July 12 Marostica Renato Zero– July 1-2, July 4-6 Rome; July 29 Lajati- za XX Settembre and goes through the most famous Erykah Badu-Mary J. Blige – July 12 Lucca co (Pisa); Sept. 1-2 Arena di Verona, Sept. 7 and Sept. 9 and beautiful landmarks of Pisa. The €3 fee for the The Lumineers – July 12 Villafranca (Verona) Taormina non-competitive race can be paid beginning at 5 p.m. Elton John and his Band – July 14 Mantova Ennio Morricone– July 7 Rome; Aug. 30 Verona at the Logge dei Banchi (Ponte di Mezzo). Robbie Williams – July 14 Verona; July 15 Lucca; July http://www.podisticaospedalieripisa.it/corse/corri-sui-lun- 17 Barolo Motul FIM Superbike World Championship – May 13 garni U2 –The Joshua Tree – July 15-16 Rome Imola; June 16-18 Misano Adriatico George Benson – July 17 Marostica MotoGP Mugello – June 2-4 Scarperia (Firenze) Red Hot Chili Peppers – July 20 Rome; July 21 Milan MotoGP Misano – June 18, Sept. 8-10 Misano Adria- MARKETS Marilyn Manson – July 26 Villafranca (Verona) tico TUSCANY Sting – July 27 Cividale del Friuli; July 28 Mantova Formula 1 – Grand Prix –Sept. 1-3 Monza Joss Stone – July 28 Tarvisio (Udine) Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio The Offspring – Aug. 2 Rome Shopping Center, or online at www.ticketone.it, www.vi- Bolgheri (Livorno): May 13-14, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., downtown Ben Harper – Aug. 10-11 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) vaticket.it, and www.geticket.it. squares and streets Lady Gaga – Sept. 26 Assago Bryan Adams – Nov. 10 Padova; Nov. 11 Assago; Nov. Firenze (Tuscany): May 14, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Santo Spirito For a comprehensive list of festivals, concerts and Borgo Tegolaio (about 100 vendors) 14 Roma; Nov. 16 Bolzano James Blunt - Nov. 12 Rome; Nov. 13 Florence; Nov. 14 and upcoming sporting events, Forte dei Marmi (Lucca): May 13-14, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Dante Assago please see our Pinterest page, Metallica – Feb. 10, 2018 Torino; Feb. 12 and Feb. 14 Montepulciano (Siena): May 13-14, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Grande 2018 Casalecchio sul Reno www.pinterest.com/usagvicenza.

11 Outlook May 12, 2017 All listings compiled by Anna Terracino Minitalia Leolandia Park May-August. A natural gorge, eroded over 20,000 years VENETO & NEARBY Capriate San Gervasio (Bergamo), Via Vittorio Veneto by Lake Tenno’s waters, which rumble their way down 52, about 110 miles west of Vicenza. Experience Italy from a height of almost 100 meters. Admission: €5.50. from North to South by visiting the most important Free parking and picnic area. monuments in miniature, a multimedia museum ded- http://www.italiaparchi.it/parchi-naturalistici/parco-natura. AMUSEMENT & icated to Leonardo, carnival rides, a reptile house ter- aspx rarium with lizards, spiders, snakes and much more. ADVENTURE PARKS Open weekends through May 28; open daily May 31- Orto Botanico Sept. 10, and from Sept. 17-Nov. 21 on weekdays. For Botanical Garden Aquafollie Water Park detailed information on opening hours and to buy dis- Padova, Via Orto Botanico 15, about 24 miles south- Caorle, Via Aldo Moro 1, about 86 miles east of Vicen- count tickets, visit https://www.leolandia.it/en/ east of Vicenza. Open through May 30, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; za. Open June 1–Sept. 10; 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Admission: June-Sept. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., closed on Mondays; Oc- €22 for adults and children taller than 51.18 inches; Padovaland Water Park tober 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; November to March, 9 a.m.- 5 €18 for children up to 51.18 inches; discounts for fam- Padova, Viale della Regione Veneto, 6, about 24 miles p.m., closed on Mondays. Last entrance 45 minutes ilies and free for children up to 39.37 inches. southeast of Vicenza. Open June 4-Aug. 31, 10 a.m. before closing time. It’s the world’s first botanical gar- http://www.aquafollie.it/ – 6:30 p.m. Wave pool, water slides for children and den, opening in Padova in 1545 and still preserves its adults, playground built on piles, restaurant, and game original layout – a circular central plot, symbolizing Aqualandia rooms. Admission: €20 all-day pass, and €14 euro the world, surrounded by a ring of water. The garden Jesolo, Via Buonarroti, 15, about 64 miles east of Vi- from 2:30 p.m. to close; €12 all-day pass for children is famous for its collections of insectivorous, medici- cenza. Open May 27-Sept. 10; 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Water (two to 12 years), and €10 from 3 p.m. to close. nal and poisonous plants, orchids, aquatic, Alpine, and games, extreme sports, water gym, animators and http://www.parcopadovaland.it/ Mediterranean plants. Admission: €10; reduced €8, for clowns for children; bungee jumping. Tickets: €32, re- children aged six to 18; family rate is €22. duced €28 for children up to 39.37 inches and senior Park Jungle Adventure http://www.ortobotanicopd.it/ citizens older than 65. San Zeno di Montagna (Verona), Via Pineta http://www.aqualandia.it/en/ Sperane, about 60 miles west of Vicenza. Open daily Parco delle Cascate May 1-Oct. 31, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Ticket costs vary (€8 to Waterfall Park Antiche Terme di Giunone €29) according to difficulty level of the obstacle course. Molina, Verona, Via Bacilieri 1, about 18 miles north Juno’s Roman baths http://www.jungleadventurepark.com/Default.aspx- of Vicenza. Open daily through May 31, 9 a.m.-7:30 Caldiero (Verona), Via Delle Terme 1, about 27 miles ?lang=ENG p.m., Saturdays, Sundays, and Italian holidays, last west of Vicenza. Through May 13, noon-5 p.m.; May admission at 5:30 p.m., weekdays at 3:30 p.m.; June 14-May 27, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; May 28-Aug. 27, 9:30 a.m.- Villabella Water Park 1-Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (last admission at 4 p.m.); 7:30 p.m.; Aug. 28 to September, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun- Villabella di San Bonifacio, about 20 miles southwest of Nov. 2-March 31, open Sundays and Italian holidays, days and Italian holidays. Entrance fee: €14, reduced Vicenza. May 27–Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Admission: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (last admission at 2 p.m.). In case €8 for children aged 4-14 and senior citizens over 65; weekdays €7; Saturdays € 9; reduced €6 for children; of bad weather, the park may be closed. The name Mo- Monday-Saturday entrance fee: €10, reduced €7 for Sundays and holidays €12; children €5. Free entrance lina derives from the past presence of many mills (in children aged four-14 and senior citizens over 65. The for children under three and senior citizens over 70. Italian, mulini) working thanks to the hydraulic force thermal waters of Caldiero have been famous since Ro- http://www.parcoacquaticovillabella.it/03-villabella-infor- of the same springs from which the beautiful water- man times; the spa combines old structures and mod- mazioni.html falls of the park are created. A visit to Molina also rep- ern facilities for bathing and leisure. resents a step into the past: the village has maintained http://www.termedigiunone.it/it/il-parco-acquati- the characteristics of an ancient medieval town. Ad- co-terme-di-giunone/parco-terme-giunone-caldiero.html NATURAL PARKS, ZOOS mission: €6; reduced €4 (children aged 6-11); free for children younger than six. BoscoPark - Parco Avventura AND GARDENS http://www.parcodellecascate.it/indexeng.php Park Adventure Bosco Chiesanuova (Verona), Via Aleardi. April-June Grotte di Oliero 10, open on Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open also June Casa delle Farfalle e Bosco delle Fate Oliero Caves 2; June 11-Aug. 21, open daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sep- Butterfly Arc and Fairies’ Wood Valstagna, Via Oliero di Sotto 85, about 34 miles north tember and October. Open Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Montegrotto Terme (Padova), Via Degli Scavi 21 of Vicenza. ThroughMay 31, 9 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. on Tickets vary (€5 to €20) according to difficulty level of bis, about 27 miles southeast of Vicenza. Open dai- weekends and Italian holidays; June 2, June 4-5, June the obstacle course. ly through May 31, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; June 1-Nov. 13, 11-12 and daily June 13-Aug. 31, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sept. https://www.boscopark.it/ Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: €9; 12-30, Saturdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; October, 10 reduced €7 for children aged four to 12 and senior cit- a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: €7.50; reduced €6, for children CanevaWorld Resort izens older than 65. Ticket includes the entrance to the aged 5-12 and senior citizens older than 65; free for Lazise sul Garda (Verona), Via Fossalta 58, about 51 Fairies’ Wood. The Butterfly Arc houses hundreds of children under four. miles east of Vicenza. May 25-Sept. 17. Movieland Stu- specimens of arthropods, including scorpions, scarabs, http://www.grottedioliero.it/ dios, AquaParadise, Medieval Times, and Rock Star dung beetles, caterpillars, orchid praying mantises all theme areas. For more details about opening times and chosen from among the largest specimens in the world. Parco Faunistico Cappeller prices in English, visit http://www.movieland.it/orari-2017 Specialists are available to provide visitors an opportu- Cappeller Zoo nity to become better acquainted with the arthropods Cartigliano, Via Kimble, about 18 miles north of Vi- Cavour Water Park by interacting with them. The Fairies’ Wood is a 7,000 cenza.Open through Sept. 30, weekdays 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Valeggio sul Mincio (Verona), Loc. Ariano, about 53 square meter park where the relationship between man closes at 8:30 p.m.; Oct. 1-Nov. 15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., closed miles west of Vicenza. June 2–Sept. 3, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and nature is examined by connecting history, tradi- on Fridays. Last entrance one hour before closing time. Admission: €18; reduced €13 for children aged three to tions, fantasy and science. Admission: €12; reduced €8 for children 2-11, senior 10 and senior citizens older than 65; free for children http://www.micromegamondo.com/it/musei-e-parchi/ca- citizens older than 60 and military members. Museum younger than three. http://www.parcoacquaticocavour.it/ sa-delle-farfalle-e-bosco-delle-fate-location entrance: €3; free for children younger than three. http://www.parcocappeller.com/ Italy in Miniature Esapolis Viserba (Rimini); Via Popilia 239. Open through Nov. Museum of live insects, silkworms and bees Parco Faunistico Valcorba 2; hours vary, see website. Entrance fee: €23; reduced Padova, Via dei Colli 28, about 24 miles southeast of Valcorba Zoological Park €17. This park display hundreds miniatures of famous Vicenza. Open April-June and Aug. 1-Sept. 30, Tues- Pozzonovo, Stroppare (Padova), about 47 miles south Italian and European buildings and offers special en- day–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–noon and 2:30–5 p.m.; Saturday, of Vicenza. Through Sept. 30, 9:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.; tertainment and attractions during the holiday season. Sunday and holidays 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; October-March, Sundays open until 8:30 p.m. In October, open only For detailed information and discounts, visit http:// Saturdays, Sundays, and Italian holidays, 9:30 a.m.-8 on weekends, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; last entrance is one www.italiainminiatura.com/tariffe_individuali.php. p.m. Last entrance is one hour before closing time. Ad- hour prior to close. Admission: €12.50; reduced €8 for mission: €9; reduced: €7 for children aged four to 12 children aged four to seven. Credit cards not accepted. Gardaland and senior citizens older than 65. http://www.parcovalcorba.com/it/ Castelnuovo del Garda (Verona), Via Derna 4, about http://www.micromegamondo.com/en/museums-and-parks/ 45 miles west of Vicenza. Through Sept. 30; open also timestable-and-price Parco Giardino Sigurtà for Halloween and for the Magic Winter event. Admis- Sigurtà Garden Giardino Monumentale Barbarigo sion: €40.50, reduced €34 for children under 10 and Valeggio sul Mincio (Verona), Via Cavour 1, about 53 Barbarigo Historic Garden senior citizens over 60. For detailed information on miles west of Vicenza. Open through Nov. 5, 9 a.m.–7 opening times and reduced tickets online in English, Valsanzibio (Padova), Via Diana 2, about 38 miles p.m. (last entrance at 6 p.m.); in October and Novem- visit http://www.gardaland.it/park/index-en.php. south of Vicenza. Open daily through Dec. 10, 10 ber, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission: €12.50; reduced €6.50 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2 p.m. until sunset, Sunday and Italian children ages 5-14; free for children younger than 4; Gulliverlandia holidays from 10 a.m. to sunset. Baroque garden with senior citizens older than 65 €9.50. For guests with dif- Lignano Sabbiadoro (Udine), Via San Giuliano 13, hundreds of varieties of trees and plants, a maze, stat- ficulties in getting around, there is a special area re- about 100 miles east of Vicenza. Open May 13-Sept. ues, fountains, ponds, water games and fish ponds. Ad- served on the trains, with electric step for wheelchair 10; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Featuring an aquarium, a Volcano mission: €11; reduced €6,50 for children aged six to 14. access for comfortable enjoyment of the “Enchanted http://www.valsanzibiogiardino.it/en/ Rapids Area, medieval entertainment, a Butterfly Mu- Trail.” http://www.sigurta.it/welcome seum, and many more attractions. Admission: €18; re- Grotta Cascata del Varone e Giardino Botanico duced €14 for children aged three to eight. Varone Waterfall Cave Park and Botanic Garden http://www.gulliverlandia.it/inglesetoto/secondaita/indice2. Parco Natura Viva htm Tenno, Via Cascata, 12, about 93 miles northwest of Safari Park and Zoo Vicenza. Open daily through Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Bussolengo, Località Figara 40, about 42 miles west of closes at 6 p.m. in May and September and at 7 p.m. Vicenza. ThroughDec. 10, daily 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun-

12 Outlook May 12, 2017 day and Italian holidays 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Safari park, Parco Avventura 44. Open Fridays 3-7 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 10:30 Monday-Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sunday and Adventure Park a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 3-7 p.m. Tickets €5, reduced €2 Italian holidays, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; admission: €20; €15 Fosdinovo (Massa Carrara), Via Cucco. Bungee tram- (senior citizens over 65; children aged 5-12); free for for children 3-12; free for children younger than three. poline, mountain bike course, and six different levels of children younger than five. http://www.parconaturaviva.it/en/your-visit/explore-the- obstacle courses for children, and an acrobatic course http://www.acquarioargentario.org/ park/view-the-map for adults that includes suspended obstacles, wings and ladders safely connected to a steel wire. Open, now Antro del Corchia Parco Zoo Punta Verde through June 10 on weekends and Italian holidays, 11 Corchia Caves Punta Verde Zoological Park a.m.-6 p.m. From June 11 to Sept. 15, open daily, 10 Levigliani di Stazzema (Lucca), Via IV Novembre 70. Lignano Sabbiadoro, Via G. Scerbanenco 19/1, about a.m.-7 p.m. Last access is two hours before close. Tick- Through May 28 on weekends; open daily from June 98 miles east of Vicenza. Through July 9, daily 9 a.m.- ets: €21; €16 for people younger than 18; €9 children 1-Sept. 17. During the rest of the year, the caves can be 6 p.m.; July 10–Aug. 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Aug. 21-Sept. only for specific children’s routes. visited but hours are limited; visit the website for more 10, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sept. 11-30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Satur- http://www.parcoavventurafosdinovo.it/nirvana/?page_ details. Admission: €15; reduced €10 for children aged days-Sundays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 1-31, Mondays-Fri- id=111 5-14; free for children younger than five. days, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; weekends 9 a.m.-5p.m.; Nov. 1, http://www.antrocorchia.it/main_corchia.htm 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: €14; reduced €11 for chil- Parco Avventura Cielo Verde dren aged three to 11. Adventure Park Green Sky Collodi Butterfly House http://www.parcozoopuntaverde.it/index.php?lingua_sito=2 Marina di Grosseto, Via della Trappola 180. Open May Collodi (Pistoia), Piazza della Vittoria 3. Open through 14-Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-7p.m. Outdoor adventures in- Sept. 23, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sept. 24-Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sea Life Aquarium clude swinging through treetops, sliding through the Oct. 29-Nov. 5, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The Butterfly House Lido di Jesolo, Piazza Venezia 28, about 64 miles east air on a zipline, balancing on trunks and much more. is a large greenhouse with an exotic garden populated of Vicenza. Open daily, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (last entrance Tickets: €18; reduced €15 for children aged seven to 12; with thousands of colorful tropical butterflies. Admis- at 5:15 p.m.). Admission: €16.50; reduced €13 for chil- €10 for children aged three to six. Fee includes equip- sion: €13; reduced €11, for children aged five to 14 and dren younger than 11 and taller than 39.37 inches; free ment rental and mandatory safety training; entrance senior citizens older than 65. The fee includes the en- for children shorter than 39.37 inches. For more infor- fee is valid for two hours and a half of activity. trance to the Garzoni Historic Garden. mation in English and to get discount tickets online, http://www.parcoavventuracieloverde.it/?lang=en http://www.pinocchio.it/orari-e-biglietti-gg-bh-alta-sta- visit https://www.visitsealife.com/jesolo-en/ gione/?lang=it Parco Avventura Il Gigante The Giant Adventure Park Giardino di Boboli TUSCANY Vaglia (Florence), via Bolognese. Open Italian holi- Boboli Garden days 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; in May weekends and holidays, 10 Florence, Piazza de’ Pitti 1. Open May and Septem- a.m.-7 p.m. and every afternoon 2-7 p.m.; daily June ber and October, 8:15 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; in July-August, through September, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; in October, closes at 7:30 p.m.; November-February, closes at 4:30 AMUSEMENT & weekends and holidays, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Last access is p.m. Last entry is one hour before close. Admission: € three hours prior to closing time. The park is one of the 7; reduced: €3.50 (aged 18-25) for people younger than ADVENTURE PARKS largest adventure parks in Italy, with a choice of more 18. For more information in English, please visit http:// than 10 high rope courses, suitable for all ages. Free www.visitare-firenze.it/giardino-di-boboli/. Acqua Village Park entrance for spectators; tickets vary according to the Cecina (Livorno), Via Tevere 25. Open June 10-Sept. difficulty level of the obstacle course. For more details Giardino Zoologico 10, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. One of the main attractions is the and to purchase tickets online, visit http://www.parcoav- Zoo Intrigo super slide; there are also a variety of swim- venturailgigante.it/biglietti/?lang=en. Pistoia, Via Pieve a Celle 160/A. Open Monday-Friday ming pools with interactive water games, water mas- 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. sage, a playground with slides, waterfalls, an aqua bub- Parco di Pinocchio Last entry is one hour before close. Admission: €15; re- ble, a children’s pool with two small slides, and a wave Pinocchio’s Park duced: €11 for children aged three to 10; €14 for senior pool with animation and games. For prices and more Collodi (Pistoia), Via S. Gennaro 3. Open through No- citizens older than 65. details, visit http://www.acquavillage.it/en/tariffe/prezzi vember 5, 9 a.m. to sunset. Pinocchio’s tale was written https://www.zoodipistoia.it/en/ http://www.acquavillage.it/en/. by Florentine writer Carlo Lorenzini, known by the pseudonym Carlo Collodi (take from the name of his Parco di San Rossore Acqua Village Park mother’s native village). Walking through this park, St. Rossore Park Follonica (Arezzo), Via R. Sanzio. June 10–Sept. 10, you’ll find all the main protagonists of the story. Tick- Pisa, località Cascine Vecchie. Open through Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For prices and more information, vis- ets: €13; reduced €10; buy tickets online and save €2. 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; and November through March, 8 it http://www.acquavillage.it/en/tariffe/prezzi http://www.pinocchio.it/ a.m.-5:30 p.m. The park is part of the Natural Park of http://www.acquavillage.it/en/attrazioni/scivoli. Migliarino and Massaciuccoli, established in 1979 and Saltalbero situated along the coast from Viareggio to Livorno. Vis- Canyon Park Adventure Park it the park by a small train or carriage, on foot, by bike Bagni di Lucca (Lucca), Via Scesta S.S. del Brenne- Rapolano Terme (Siena), Località Fontemaggio 25. with guides, or by boat along the river Arno. Horseback ro. Open Saturdays, Sundays and Italian holidays, Games and attractions for children of all ages and riding available. Free entrance on Saturdays, Sundays through June 18 and Sept. 15-Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. adults; horseback riding courses, acrobatic courses; and Italian holidays. Open daily June 19-Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. For en- mini golf. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on weekends through http://www.parcosanrossore.org/iti-san-rossore.php trance fee information in English and booking online, June 30; open daily June 4-Sept. 30. Entrance to the visit http://www.canyonpark.it/en/prezzi/ park, €3 and €5 Sundays and holidays; free for chil- Parco Gallorose http://www.canyonpark.it/en/canyon-park/. dren younger than 13. For acrobatic courses: €12; €10 Gallorose Park Cecina (Livorno), Via Aurelia Sud, Località Cedrino. Il Cavallino Matto children aged five to 13; €5 children aged three to four. http://www.saltalbero.it/orari-tariffe/ Open through Nov. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to sunset. Ad- Marina di Castagneto (Livorno), Via Po 1. Open May mission: €11; reduced: €8.50 for children younger than 12-14; May 18-23 and May 25-30. Open daily in June seven. More than 14,000 plants and flowers; domestic (closed on Wednesdays); 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; July 1-Aug. NATURAL PARKS, ZOOS and exotic animals plus a huge variety of birds. Credit 11, Aug. 28-Sept. 17, 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Aug. 12-27, cards not accepted. 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Among the many attractions, there is AND GARDENS http://www.parcogallorose.it/orarieprezzi.html a Shocking Tower, which shoots visitors to a height of 55 meters in only 1.8 seconds and Rock’n’Roll, a ride Acquario dell’Elba Parco Mediceo di Pratolino that has five “arms” and 25 swinging cars. The park has Elba’s Aquarium Pratolino Medicean Park a number of different eateries and also a picnic area Marina di Campo (Elba Island, Livorno), Via Pratolino (Vaglia, Florence), Villa Demidoff, Via for those who would rather bring a homemade lunch. Segagnana. Open through May 31 and Sept. 16-Oct. Fiorentina 276. Open through Oct. 29 on weekends Tickets: €24; free entrance for children not taller than 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; June 1-Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-11:30 p.m. and Italian holidays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free entrance. The 39.37 inches and for disabled; reduced €17 for children Admission: €8, €4 for children aged three to 10; free for park is a natural reserve, both for local flora and fauna not taller than 51.18 inches. children younger than three. with deer, foxes and hares, and several centuries-old http://www.cavallinomatto.it/?lang=en http://www.acquarioelba.com/ trees. For more information in English, visit their website: http://www.firenzeturismo.it/en/informazioni-utili-2/ Il Giardino Sospeso Parco Avventura Acquario di Livorno parco-mediceo-di-pratolino-2.html. Hanging Garden Adventure Livorno’s Aquarium Riparbella (Pisa). From 10 a.m. to three hours before Livorno, Piazzale Mascagni 1. Open until June 30, 10 Storico Giardino Garzoni sunset; through May 31, and Sept. 16-Nov. 30, week- a.m.-6 p.m.; on weekends, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; July 1-Aug. Garzoni Historic Garden ends and Italian holidays; June 1-Sept. 15, daily. The 31, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sept. 1-24, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Collodi (Pistoia), Piazza della Vittoria 3. Open through park offers acrobatic treetop trails that include fixed Sept. 26–Dec. 31, open on weekends, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 23, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sept. 24-Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; and suspended platforms linked by crossings through Last admission is one hour before close. Admission: Oct. 29-Nov. 5, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The garden is con- the treetops of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty. €14; reduced €8 for 26 for children younger than 13 sidered one of the most beautiful gardens in Italy with Before attempting the courses, everyone must attend and taller than 39.37 inches; free entrance for children walkways, flower beds, fountains with traditional water a briefing and a short test given by park instructors. shorter than 39.37 inches; €12 for senior citizens older games, and statues. Admission: €13; reduced €11, for Visitors are supplied with all necessary equipment to than 65. children aged five to 14 and senior citizens older than travel the heights in complete safety. Tickets: €17; re- http://www.acquariodilivorno.it/ 65. The fee includes the entrance to the Collodi Butterly duced: €13 children shorter than 55.11 inches. Archery House. lessons are also offered for € 7. Acquario mediterraneo dell’Argentario http://www.pinocchio.it/orari-e-biglietti-gg-bh-alta-sta- http://www.ilgiardinosospeso.it/site_eng/PInglese.htm Argentario’s Mediterranean Aquarium gione/?lang=it Porto S. Stefano (Grosseto), Lungomare dei Navigatori

13 Outlook May 12, 2017 Vicenza comes ALIVE with JAZZ

Story and photo by Cesare Greselin Contributor

VICENZA — Vicenza comes alive with jazz every year in May and has done so for the last 22 years. When it started, Vicenza was not a town with a tradition of jazz like some others in the Veneto area, so it had a slow but significant start. The first to put down the foundation of jazz in Vicenza was “Perigeo,” a progres- sive jazz group of the ‘80s. The jazz lover had to wait until 1983 when Italian musicians like Enrico Rava, Roberto Gatto, Dado Moroni and Paolo Fresu started performing at the Astra Theater. Then, in 1989, came Herbie Hancock at the Pala- sport. Later, at the Totem Club, there were guests such as Joe Lovano, The Oregon, and Michel Petrucciani. With the help of the club’s owner, Bill Evans and Steve Coleman were brought into the square. Jazz came to Vicenza through the official main door to the oldest indoor theater in the world, Teatro Olimpico (Olympic Theater), with “Rava L’Opera Va” with Uri Caine performs at the Teatro Olimpico, Olympic Theater, during Jazz Festival 2014 in Vicenza. The city has cultivated its Rava and his band with the orchestra jazz tradition over a period of more than 20 years and is now home to premier annual concerts. of L’Olimpico. One year later, in 1995, Michel Petrucciani performed with the idea was born that musicians like Paul started to open in the city. Today, visitors The Chris Potter Quartet performs at orchestra to enormous success. Now Vi- Bley could come to the Olympic Theater hear jazz not only during festival time, that same location May 15, and Amer- cenza was mature for jazz. and, with other musicians and their in- but also year-round. ican jazz singer Dee Dee Bridgewater For the city to host a real jazz festival, struments, they could converse. It started This year’s festival, Vicenza Jazz 2017, of Memphis will sing the blues there on help was still needed. Francesca Lazzari as a weekend festival in 1997 but, little starts today, May 12, and runs through May 17. On May 19, Jacob Collier, a pu- of the department of culture, with Riccar- by little, it started to grow. The following May 21. pil of Quincy Jones, will perform. do Brazzale as a collaborator, and a young year, the festival started on Monday and A few highlights of the festival are Gonzalo Rubalcaba will be at the Olym- entrepreneur by the name of Luca Trivel- finished on Sunday. as follows: a free concert of “La Notte pic Theater May 16. These are just a few lato started to make things happen with Jazz flourished in Vicenza, and the mu- della Taranta” will take place in Piazza of many performances. To get the full the “New Conversation.” Inspiration for sic started to be played in bars, in the dei Signori May 13. The Black Art Jazz schedule, check out the website, www. the title came from a Bill Evans recording square, and just about on every corner in Collective will be on stage May 14 at the vicenzajazz.it. called “Conversations with Myself.” The the city center, and jazz establishments Community Theater, Teatro Comunale. See you there! Siena offers travelers “Door to Heaven” Tuscany’s Story and photo largest by Chiara Mattirolo DMC Public Affairs Office amusement TUSCANY — Siena is a hill town located a little more than an hour’s drive from park Camp Darby, and is one of Italy’s most visited sites. by Chiara Mattirolo Known for the medieval landscape, its DMC Public Affairs Office monuments and cuisine, Siena provides visitors with a little something for every- LIVORNO — About a half an one. hour south of Camp Darby is the One can’t-miss sight is the duomo, the Cavallino Matto amusement park, Siena Cathedral whose construction be- the largest such park in Tuscany. gan in the 12th century. The cathedral sits Cavallino Matto covers an area in a piazza above the Piazza del Campo. of 76,000 square meters in the pine Inside this medieval Gothic church are wood of Marina di Donoratico and numerous paintings, floor decorations offers rides and shows for all age and an incredible octagonal pulpit. Every groups. inch of the cathedral is breathtaking, and This year’s newest attraction is visitors are usually mesmerized by the the “Shocking Tower” that takes treasures of Pisano, Donatello and Mi- visitors 55 meters (about 180 feet) chelangelo, not to mention the frescoes in the air in just 1.8 seconds, offer- by Pinturicchio. The Siena Cathedral offers its Porta del Cielo to the public, allowing visitors to climb ing a high-adrenaline experience Since 2015, the Porta del Cielo (Door a series of staircases and enjoy incredible internal and external views. At the top of and breathtaking view of the area. to Heaven) has been open to the pub- the stairway, visitors are able to walk “above” the sacred temple and enjoy an aerial Visitors to the park can also enjoy lic with guided tours on the roof of the view of the cathedral’s marble floor covered with Renaissance mosaics. face painting, a 4-D movie and a building. The path offers a fantastic view magic show. of the cathedral from above. The 1-1/2 stained-glass windows representing the includes a number of the most significant Inside the park are various eater- hour visit takes place strictly in small apostles which look out to admire the in- monuments in the European art scene. ies — the Cavallino Matto restau- groups (18 visitors) accompanied by a terior of the Cathedral of Siena. Walking A crucial part of the complex is the rant, a self-service restaurant, and guide. Reservations are needed, and each through the gallery of the Dome is anoth- crypt, the Baptistery and the Museo food stands with pasta, pizza, sand- visitor will receive a roof map, available er unique spectacle: guests are privileged dell’Opera and the Piccolomini Library wiches and ice cream, as well as in various languages. to see the upper view of the high altar, which houses Pope Pius II book collec- a picnic area for those carrying a The tour begins with a climb of the spi- many sculptures, the incredible ceiling tion. packed lunch. ral staircase (70 steps) that hides within and the unique floor. Upon availability, it is possible to buy The park is currently open only the two imposing towers located on the Looking onto the left aisle is a breath- the all-inclusive ticket at a discount price. on weekends, but beginning May side of the facade. From there, guests taking view of the city that includes the Reservations can be made by e-mail or 18, will remain open every day ex- reach the vaults of the south aisle, where Basilica of San Domenico, the Medici via phone call to the operators at 057- cept for Wednesdays until Sept. 17. the views inside and outside of the basil- Fortress, and the chapel of St. John the 728-6300, Monday through Friday, 9 It opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 6 ica are impressive and unusual. Baptist. a.m. to 5 p.m., or email at opasiena@ p.m. Entry is free for children un- During the visit to the top part of the The guided visit within the magnificent operalaboratori.com. For more informa- der 90 cm (2.95 feet) tall. basilica, it is possible to observe the complex of the Cathedral of Siena also tion, visit www.operaduomo.siena.it.

14 Outlook May 12, 2017 Create a cave, castle day in nearby Slovenia

Story and photos by Karin J. Martinez Outlook Editor

KARST REGION, Slovenia — I FEEL SLOVENIA, the slogan of Slovenia’s tour- ism board, is completely on target, as visitors who make the trip to the country of about two million will “feel” it — and fall in love — on their first trip there. There are many sights to see in the central Europe- an nation that was once part of Yugoslavia, so multiple trips or a longer stay might be necessary. One easy day trip from Vicenza, though, is a “cave and castle” day in the Karst region, about a 2 ½-hour drive. Start your trip by hopping onto autostrada A4/E70 in the direction of Padova and Venice, and drive towards the Slovenian border. Make sure to stop before enter- ing the country to purchase the mandatory vignette that allows travel on the country’s motorways. All motorcycles, passenger cars and vans must be equipped with the window sticker. For a regular passenger car (toll class 2a), a weekly vignette cost €15; monthly is €30; and yearly is €110. Do not risk driving without the sticker because the penalty for driving without one is a fine between €300 and €800. Visitors to Postojna Cave will enjoy a guided stroll through an amazing underground cavern. After purchasing tickets, go to the cave entrance. When the doors open, board the open-air train that takes travelers deep into Now you’re ready to visit Postojna Cave, which the underground. Paths are well lit and paved. The 90-minute hike with a guide starts with “Big Mountain,” the boasts more than 37 million visitors from all over the highest point inside the caves, where guests are surrounded by stalagmites and stalactites, some as high as world since it was opened to the public 200 years ago. 100 feet. Considered the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia, the cave system is more than two million years old and to wander through to find some typical Slovenian sou- was created by limestone and the Pivka River. It is the venirs of honey, pumpkin seed oil, and artwork created biggest cave system in Slovenia, with more than 12 by Slovenian artists. A few places are available to get miles of explored caves. something to eat and drink, as well as a gelato stand A combination ticket for €32 includes a 10-minute or two, but you could wait until you head over to the train ride underground, 90-minute guided walk through “castle” part of the “cave and castle” day in Predjama. the cave, and entrance to Predjama Castle about 9 km Upon arrival, park in the small parking lot near the away. For those who go in summertime, the ticket also church. Walk towards the medieval castle that is bur- includes a shuttle between the two places. Guests al- rowed into the side of a mountain, and find several ways have the option to drive themselves, too. It’s an restaurants to have a little lunch before the self-guided easy drive, albeit on a bit of a winding road. castle tour. Just outside the castle, show your ticket to During the cave tour, the guide shares information on pick up the audio guide in your preferred language. how the stalagmites (forming from the bottom) and sta- The first castle was a 9th-century fortress embedded A visit to Predjama Castle is a step back in time to the lactites (dripping from the top) are slowly working their deep in the cave behind the current castle. Visitors re- 16th century. way toward each other and the cave-dwelling creature ally get a feel of what it may have been like to in the Enjoy falling in love with Slovenia. If you make Proteus anguinus (the so-called human fish). Visitors Middle Ages as they wander through the drafty, damp the trip, feel free to post a photo and tell us what you end up in the impressive concert hall and gift shop be- castle that was used as a home base for a series of Robin thought on the USAG Italy Facebook page, www.face- fore boarding the train for the ride back to the surface. Hood-style raids by a nobleman named Erasmus. Those book.com/vmcitaly, with #IloveSLO. Once back at ground level, peruse through the shops who want to visit the castle and not the cave will pay a *Editor’s note: Make sure to have tourist passports and doc- along the street. The town is a bit touristy, but it’s fun €12 entrance fee. uments needed for border crossing. Check unit requirements. Discover something different at Venice’s Frari Church greatest of all Neoclassical sculptors. Story and photo Several Canova sculptures can be found by Karin J. Martinez in the Canova Room at the Correr Muse- Outlook Editor um across the square from Saint Mark’s Cathedral, but his tomb is at the Frari. VENICE — If you’re a frequent visitor Although Canova is buried in southern to Venice but seem to be in a rut of al- Italy, this tomb — which he created for ways heading to the Piazza San Marco Titian, by the way — does hold his heart (Saint Mark’s Square) to spend your af- in an urn inside the tomb’s open door. ternoon with the pigeons and a Bellini, I Donatello’s “Statue of the John the Bap- recommend breaking the cycle. We who tist” (c. 1438) awaits guests in the center live in Vicenza are lucky to be a quick of the altarpiece in the south choir chap- train ride away, and it’s easy for us to get el. The sculpture is the first documented to know the “City of Canals” on a deeper work by Donatello in Venice and the only level than the average tourist. known statue by him left in the city. Venice day-trippers who are art enthu- These are just some highlights of the siasts, or who want to learn more about magnificent pieces of art inside the Frari. art, should make their way to the Frari Discover your favorite on your next trip. Church (officially Basilica di Santa Ma- The church isn’t too difficult to find; ria Gloriosa dei Frari, Saint Mary of the The wooden choir area in Frari Church was created in 1480. take the vaporetto to San Tomà, and from Friars) during the next visit. If you’re the dock, look for the Scuola San Rocco ambitious, add the Scuola San Rocco and interior and the priceless Renaissance art by Titian. Titian was a leading artist of signs. the San Rocco Church, which are prac- that awaits. Indeed, the brochure boasts, the Italian Renaissance and is considered The church is open daily, but check tically next door; or the Correr Museum “The contemplation of so much beauty to have been the greatest painter of 16th their website for hours as they vary ac- and Doge’s Palace (it’s a combined tick- … accompanied by the silence of this century Venice. The painting that cat- cording to liturgical celebrations. Adults et). Either itinerary will make a very full holy place can fill one with a sense of apulted him into that category was this pay three euro at the door, or it’s 1,50 for day, but it’s well worth it to experience peace and serenity.” And it lives up to its one, created in 1518 specifically for the students up to 29 years old, and free for the works of such masters as Bellini, Tit- promise. altar in the Frari Church where it hangs children up to 11; audio guides are avail- ian and Canova. Beautiful wooden crossbeams adorn today. Don’t miss it: The rich, bright col- able in five languages and cost an extra What makes the Frari special is its art. the 110-yard-long church, and the wood- ors and twisting human forms changed 2 euro. Allow at least an hour to wander Travel writer Rick Steves said it best in en choir area (circa 1480) draws you to typical, contemplative church art into and soak in the masterpieces of eight cen- his guidebook: “This church offers the its center. However, don’t be drawn to something else entirely. turies. Make sure to ask about photogra- best art-appreciation experience in Ven- that without stopping, or you will miss Titian’s tomb is also inside the church phy— the brochure says it is prohibited, ice, because so much of its great art is in some vital pieces of art along the way. and is a marble masterpiece that depicts but when I asked, I was told I could take situ – right where it was designed to be All of the art is worth perusing, but a few some of his life’s work in the reliefs. photos as long as I didn’t use a flash. seen, rather than hanging in museums.” are definite must-sees. While Titian was a great painter, the Find Frari Church online at www.basil- Although the church is plain on the out- The biggest, and possibly most famous, Venetian Antonio Canova is considered icadeifrari.it, or like the church on Face- side, there is nothing homely about the work is “The Assumption of the Virgin” to be Venice’s greatest sculptor and the book.

15 Outlook May 12, 2017 Verona car show boasts wheels of all sizes

Story and photo by Aaron P. Talley VMC Public Affairs Office

VERONA — The Verona Legend Cars trade show fea- tures all types of four-wheeled vehicles from many different eras. This year, it also featured some vehicles that aren’t quite “street legal.” Soldiers from Vicenza, Italy, and Baumholder, Germa- ny, brought two of the largest and two of the smallest vehicles to the May 5-7 show. Engineers from 173rd Airborne Brigade brought two massive, armored, route-clearance vehicles. And the 720th Explosive Ord- nance Disposal Company, working with U.S. Army Af- rica, brought two EOD robots. Two engineers from 173rd Airborne Brigade sit atop Jeff A. Gliedman, USARAF Counter-IED branch a route-clearance vehicle at the Verona Legend Cars show May 5. The Soldiers brought two vehicles as part chief, was there to lead the EOD display team. He said of a display about the brigade’s mission. he hopes attendees will learn about the equipment and skillset of the EOD Soldiers, which allows them to ac- complish their mission while also training their counter- Essenmacher said it’s also easier to reach an audience parts in host nation forces of Africa. like those at the car show when they have interesting “This is an opportunity to message (to the Italian com- equipment like the EOD robots that participants can munity) just one piece of what USARAF does with our try out for themselves. They also brought an 87-pound African partners on the continent,” Gliedman said. bomb suit, which attendees were able to try on. Staff Sgt. Ryan T. Essenmacher, NCOIC of the EOD “Everyone loves the chance to drive the robot,” he team, said this was a chance to show how his group is a said. “We’ve had several people try on the bomb suit. It force multiplier in the fight against terrorists in Africa. brings people over here, gets them engaged and talking.” “With U.S. Army Africa, what we are doing is pro- Those conversations will hopefully lead to a better un- viding subject-matter expertise and training to partner derstanding of what U.S. Army Africa is doing to make Staff Sgt. Ryan T. Essenmacher, 720th Explosive nation forces to help enable them to mitigate explosive Italy and Europe safer by fighting terrorists on the Afri- Ordnance Disposal Company, demonstrates an EOD hazards for themselves.” can continent. robot during the Verona Legend Cars show May 5.

AAFES sponsors pet show CASERMA EDERLE — Left: Spc. Kristopher Caceres, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 173rd Brigade Support Battalion, receives a special “hug” from his two-year-old dog Bronco, a Husky mix, during the Pet Show event May 6 in front of the Post Exchange entrance on Caserma Ederle. Bronco was awarded Best Trick.

Above: Gabby, a seven-month-old St. Bernard, and Bentley, 1-1/2-year-old Cocker Spaniel (owner Michelle Askins) politely wait for the judgement before the award ceremony. The event was organized by AAFES, and pets were also judged in other categories such as Pet/Owner Look-a-like, Most Un- usual Pet and Best in show, and pet owners received gift cards.

(Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Pulic Affairs Office)

“The concept for Safety Tube is for Soldiers to think Soldiers in his unit volunteered to participate in the outside of the box and reach their battle buddies in re- video, which has earned rave reviews from Shepherd’s Same old safety — gard to safety and best practices,” said Tracey Russell, Soldiers, peers and leadership. Ground Division, Directorate of Assessments and Pre- “We were looking for best practices already out there vention, USACRC. “Our young Soldiers are very cre- and we saw Captain Shepherd’s video,” Russell said. can you do better? ative and more likely to listen to each other.” “He was able to illustrate how safety briefings don’t After scouring the Internet in search of Soldier safety have to be boring, covering the same topics and in the by Lori Yerdon products, Russell happened upon a video on YouTube old same format.” U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center created by Capt. Robert Shepherd of the Ordnance With Shepherd’s video nearing 1,000 views, he’s op- Training Detachment. timistic that the key to reaching Soldiers is peer-to-peer FORT RUCKER, Ala. — Anyone associated with the Shepherd, a 17-year veteran stationed at Fort Gordon, influence. Army has undoubtedly heard the adage, “There are no Ga., produced “Army Safety briefing – I got your back “When it comes to safety, you cannot be narrow-mind- new accidents.” Yet, in fiscal 2016, 109 Soldiers lost battle,” a video and song originally intended for a talent ed,” Shepherd said. “A Soldier’s level and responsibili- their lives — and thousands more were injured — in show. ties often reflect how they look at safety. Safety is about preventable accidents. “As a rear detachment commander in Germany, I per- being able to control your scope of influence. Everyone In an effort to curb these needless losses, the U.S. formed ‘I got your back battle’ and the reception to it needs to take ownership of the areas that they can affect Army Combat Readiness Center is soliciting ideas astonished me,” Shepherd said. “Afterward, a young and help mitigate risks associated with their mission.” from the field. In the coming weeks, the USACRC will audience member came up and asked, ‘Where’s the For more information on how to submit videos to launch Safety Tube, a platform for Soldiers and civilians CD? I like that song!’ At that point, I knew that if it res- Safety Tube and to view Shepherd’s award-winning, “I to submit videos aimed at convincing their peers to as- onated with her, then it would likely speak to Soldiers, Got your Back Battle” video, visit https://safety.army. sume ownership of their personal safety. especially younger ones.” mil/MEDIA/SafetyTube.aspx.

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