Vicenza and Darby Military Communities www.italy.army.mil September 29, 2017 | Vol. 50 | Issue 16 What’s Inside Approved, official taxis now allowed 2 to pick up fares on VMC installations Social worker addresses VICENZA — Beginning Oct. 1, taxi background checks and issued badges 'why' of suicide drivers in Vicenza may enter Caserma for those drivers. Del Din and Caserma Ederle when called According to Lt. Col. Mike Parsons, by customers. director of Emergency Services, this ini- 3 The initiative is a new one, as taxis tiative is a great stride for the Vicenza 173rd 'Sky Soldier' have not previously been allowed on Military Community. the military installations here to pick up "Leadership has heard the voices of saves life or drop off fares. Supported by the Ital- Soldiers who have asked for this service ian Base Commander and U.S. military for awhile," said Parsons. "The new poli- leadership, the policy authorizes several cy provides access to safe, legal taxis for 5 pickup locations that are marked with our community." Women's Equality Day new taxi signs (see photo). To make it easy for those needing a ride, In addition to the already-established there is an app for Smartphones whereby taxi pickup location on Viale Della Pace customers can book the taxi with a sim- outside Gate 2, taxi drivers will be al- 6 lowed at the commissary parking lot and ple tap. Download apptaxi.it/get for the Employee Spotlight Ederle Inn on Caserma Ederle, and in app that includes not only Vicenza, but front of the AAFES Express (shoppette) also 18 other cities such as Milan, Rome, on Caserma Del Din. (Courtesy photo) Venice and Padova. Other app features 7 Keeping safety in mind, only drivers include paying with credit card in the Vicenza's health center who are members of the Vicenza Taxi to pick up and drop off. Italian authori- app, sending GPS position if you don’t Union and cleared for entrance will be ties, in partnership with the Directorate know the address where you are, cancel- shares latest activity authorized entrance onto the installations of Emergency Services, have provided ling or otherwise managing reservations. 8 Workshop fosters sustainable training Tennis competition Since some training sites host protected By Anna Ciccotti habitat, the challenge was to ensure that USAG Italy 10 all stakeholders— Italian and U.S., mili- Out & About tary and civilians alike— remain proac- UDINE — “In Friuli Venezia Giulia, we tively engaged and further sustain mili- have shown that we must and can find a tary readiness requirements. positive synthesis between environmen- Addressing the 70-person audience, tal interests and defense needs,” said the Brig. Gen. Dwaine E. Drummond, region’s councilor for Infrastructure and Maine National Guard, said that: "Pro- Urban Planning, Mariagrazia Santoro, in tecting our shared ability to train together her opening remarks at the third annual requires deep respect for the biodiversity U.S.-Italy Sustainable Training Manage- of the areas entrusted to us, and respect ment Areas held here Sept. 12. of the laws in force in the host country." Organized by the U.S. European Com- Drummond, an expert on training and mand, headquartered in Stuttgart, Ger- environmental protection, expressed many, the one-day workshop brought appreciation for great work of dialogue together officials from the regional gov- with Italian authorities, emphasizing that St. Michael's Fair, Tuscany ernment, along with environmental ex- the balance achieved in some areas of the perts and senior leaders from the U.S. region represents a model of effective and Italian armies operating in the north- partnership between civil and military, 12 east region of Italy. Italian and U.S. operators on the territory. FMWR activities The topic of the workshop was to fos- “Therefore,” he said, “it is our responsi- Mariagrazia Santoro, councilor of ter the ongoing partnership between bility to keep earning that trust.” Region Friuli Venezia Giulia, addresses military and civilians to find a balance workshop participants in Udine Sept. 12. Santoro said the close partnership has (Photo by Paolo Bovo, 7th ATC RTSD-South) between meeting training needs and the allowed implementation of integrated, VA benefits required safeguard of the environment. strict monitoring that has resulted in See SUSTAINABLE, page 4 questions? Chikungunya fever cases appear in Italy tional Blood Center has halted donations icine to treat this virus infection. Protect By Maj. Ruben I. Ortiz from donors in the region. yourself by preventing mosquito bites. USARAF Environmental Science Officer These cases in Italy follow an outbreak When in areas with chikungunya virus, in southern France that began Aug. 11 make sure to use insect repellent, wear Active-duty service members, VICENZA — According to the Italian and have resulted in six confirmed and long sleeves and pants, and stay in places veterans, survivors, spouses Ministry of Health, three locally ac- one probable locally acquired cases as of with air conditioning or that use window and dependents can make quired, laboratory-confirmed cases of Sept. 6. and door screens. individual appointments in chikungunya fever, with symptom onset The chikungunya virus is transmitted Italy had a previous chikungunya out- October with the Department in August 2017, have occurred 50 kilo- to people by mosquitoes of the Aedes break in 2007 in the Emilia Romagna of Veteran Affairs Overseas meters (about 31 miles) south of Rome species that largely bite during daylight region; in that case, the outbreak was Military Service Coordinator. in Anzio, Lazio Region. hours. The most common symptoms of caused by an infected individual travel- Local authorities have begun vector chikungunya virus infection are fever ing to Italy from India. Appointments are available control efforts and advised medical pro- and joint pain. Other symptoms may in- Additional information can be found at Oct. 16-20, Oct. 26 and Oct. 27. viders to be on the alert for more possible clude headache, muscle pain, joint swell- the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and cases. Local citizens are urged to seek ing or rash. Outbreaks have occurred in Prevention site at: www.cdc.gov/chikun- Call DSN 637-8155/8156, medical care if they develop symptoms countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the gunya or at the World Health Organiza- comm. 0444-61-8155/8156. of chikungunya virus infection including Indian and Pacific Oceans. tion at http://www.who.int/mediacentre/ high fever, joint pain and rash. The Na- There is no vaccine to prevent or med- factsheets/fs327/en/. Social worker addresses 'why' of suicide U.S. Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges are left wondering what they could have by asking someone if they are thinking By Maj. Burke Lenz done differently. about or considering suicide it will cause U.S. Army Africa Commander Contributor Brig. Gen. The question we all ask when someone them to start thinking about suicide or Eugene J. LeBoeuf has committed suicide is “why.” This cause them to plan and commit suicide. FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — As question causes a number of reactions If you take the time to recognize that USAG Italy Commander a military social worker, there are many such as anger, sadness or betrayal. The someone is asking for help either by and Publisher behavioral health issues that I address on one person who could answer the “why” word or actions, you can provide that Col. Erik M. Berdy a daily basis. Suicide ideation and wheth- is no longer here so rumors “stop gap” that will al- er or not a person has developed a suicide and speculation begin. low some to take a step Outlook Editor plan and if that person will actually fol- Speculation and rumor are back and reevaluate the Karin J. Martinez low through on their plan are a few I am used to fill in the gaps be- thought of ending their Public Affairs Staff far too familiar with. tween what we know and life. Laura Kreider Some may use the thought of suicide as what we think we know. The best we can ask Chiara Mattirolo way to avoid stressors in their life. Some Research shows someone for is causing some- Aaron P. Talley use suicide as a way to communicate just may consider suicide due one to reevaluate their Anna Terracino how unhappy they are and some use sui- to financial problems, - re suicidal thoughts, to Mark Turney cide as way to control others. lationship trouble, feeling reevaluate why they The Outlook is an authorized publication Research shows there isn't a “type” of bullied at school or work, feel that death is a via- supporting the USAG Italy command person who ultimately commits suicide. or they may be someone ble option. It is not our information program as provided by AR To say that if we watch one gender, from who has been diagnosed place to question the 360-1. All editorial content of the Outlook is prepared, edited and approved by the USAG one socio-economic background and with a terminal illness. motive, only to recog- Italy Public Affairs Office, Unit 31401, Box from one particular cultural background, We don't have control nize that someone is 10, APO, AE 09630, located in Bldg. 10 on we'll be able to significantly impact the over whether someone ultimately com- asking for help and to provide our family Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy. rate of suicide would be a misnomer. mits suicide. We do what we can to show member, our friend, our coworker with Contents of the Outlook are not necessarily Suicide can affect anyone, from - any care and concern. We do what we can to a safe place to go, a safe person to talk the official news of, or endorsed by, the U.S. where and at any time. Suicide affects ensure our families, friends and co-work- to so that they can “reset” and plan for Government, the Department of Defense, more than the person who has committed ers know that we care and value their something better. Department of the Army, Installation lives. (Editor's note: Maj. Burke Lenz is the for- Management Command-Europe, U.S. the act, it affects those left behind. Those Army Garrison Italy or U.S. Army Africa. left behind have to deal with the “why.” Don't be afraid to ask the tough ques- mer Chief of Social Work Service, at General They attempt to comfort each other and tions. There's no evidence to support that Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital.) The Outlook accepts submissions. Call the editor with questions at DSN 637- 8031, comm. 0444-61-8031, or submit via email at [email protected]. A submission does not guarantee publication. Finding laughter at Submissions may be edited at the discretion community theater of the Public Affairs staff. VICENZA — John Valdespino Courtesy photo in Table of Contents (left) and Todd Lewis, two cast members of “Unexpected Laughter," perform during a dress rehearsal at Soldiers’ Theatre Sept. 20. More than Follow us 20 actors perform in this production of short comedies on our website, where laughter is the prime www.italy.army.mil, ingredient. and on social media. Valdespino and Lewis per- formed “Who Doth Inhabit the Primary Position?” by David Doubert, Jason King Jones and Jay Leibowitz. This piece is an adaptation of the classic vaudeville routine, “Who’s on First?”

(Photo by Mark Turney, VMC Public Affairs Office) Community members are still able to see "Unexpected Laughter" by reserving seats today. Performances are presented through Sunday: Sept. 29 and 30, 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 1 matinee at 2 p.m. “Unexpected Laughter” contains adult situations and language not suitable for children. www.facebook.com/VMCItaly Call 0444-71-7281 for information and to make reservations. www.pinterest.com/usagitaly To see more photos from the production, visit the USAG Italy Flickr site: https://www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/albums/72157686351375181. www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza

Speak Out By Laura Kreider & Chiara Mattirolo

Which book(s) did you read this summer?

Hilary Taylor Kacie Johnson Pvt. Marco Valenzuela Cassie Tunstall Trevis Dilley Vincenzo Leto Family member Outdoor Recreation Company G, Family member 839th Transportation Bn. DMC DPTMS 1st Bn., 503rd Inf. Rgt. “I read books to my small “I have been rereading “Cooking with Love “Standard of Honor “The English Patient children, such as fairy the Outlander Series by “I read a military-related by Carlo Hall.” by Jack White.” by Michael Ondaatje." tales and ‘Go, Dog. Go!,’ Diana Gabaldon.” book, Marine Sniper, by by P.D. Eastman.” Charles Henderson."

2 Outlook September 29, 2017 Soldier puts training to work to save woman's life

the same train station he passed moments before that he Story and photo by Sgt. David Vermilyea stopped at a crosswalk, letting a lady cross the street. 173rd Airborne Brigade Public Affairs She took a few steps into the crosswalk, he said, then unexpectedly collapsed onto the unforgiving asphalt in VICENZA — Monte Berico, a steep hill situated in the what later proved to be an epileptic seizure. Foam col- heart of Vicenza, houses an elegant historic church that lected on both sides of her mouth, and her body con- attracts numerous local residents and tourists because of vulsed violently as onlookers watched the scene unfold. the grand cityscape view it offers. For 173rd Airborne "No one reacted," Rogers said. "They moved slowly, Brigade Soldiers, the hill signifies the destination for and everyone looked confused." a refreshing, yet arduous, run through scenic Vicenza Rogers got out of his vehicle to administer first aid. He during physical training. sprinted to the woman and shifted her purse up to her But after Sgt. Kyle Martin Rogers, an unmanned air- head to act as a pillow. He rolled her onto her side in craft systems repairer from Company D, 54th Brigade the recovery position to clear her airway, allowing the Engineer Battalion, 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat woman to breathe. Team, completed that run Aug. 31, he went above and "I cleared her throat because she was convulsing at the beyond the call of duty by saving a local Italian wom- mouth," Rogers said. "I used the purse because her head an's life. was bouncing on the ground, and I Rogers prepared for the 5.5-mile This was not the first, second stabilized her until the Italian police run as usual, stretching his limbs showed up as well as a San Bortolo and joints and priming his brain for or even third time Rogers has nurse. Within 10 to 15 minutes, the endurance. The task was called the helped to save someone's life. paramedics showed up." "Danger Run," after the company Emergency medical services took moniker -- an event akin to a scav- over from there, he said. They gath- enger hunt in which the participants run to various lo- ered blood samples, inserted an intravenous line and cations and complete specific tasks at each one. Once placed the woman on a stretcher. She regained con- given the nod that they completed the mission, they sciousness as she was being transferred to the ambu- continued to the next destination. lance that transported her to the hospital. Sgt. Kyle Martin Rogers, an unmanned aircraft systems After Rogers and his team successfully completed all This was not the first, second or even third time Rog- repairer from Company D, 54th Brigade Engineer events, they reached the city's train station, which func- ers has helped to save someone's life. His service in his Battalion, saved a woman's life downtown Aug. 31. tions as one of the route's pivotal milestones because it previous unit, 3rd Special Forces Group, included ex- precedes the challenging incline. Rogers ascended until tensive medical training that has proven to be valuable Rogers' platoon leader, 1st Lt. Carlos Omar Flores, he surmounted the hill, where his vehicle was staged for ever since. said Rogers' ability to react properly should come as no his return to base. "I've saved someone's life downrange," Rogers said. surprise. Once he finished congratulating his fellow Soldiers for "I've helped with a couple motorcycle accidents back "Our Soldiers are all trained, and when put in that sce- their hard work, the noncommissioned officer said he in Fayetteville [N.C.], so I've just been able to react to nario, the training will kick in and their quick reaction hopped into his car and started down the hill. It was near stuff before." will save lives," Flores said. Staff ride focuses on Mount Grappa battlefields, fosters NATO alliance Taking part in the ride was also retired Story and photo by Anna Ciccotti Italian Army Col. Edoardo Maggian, for- USAG Italy mer Italian base commander at Ederle and Alpine troops officer. He provided VICENZA — Twenty U.S. Army ser- context on key strategic and operation- vice members assigned to the U.S. Army al aspects of the war, primarily from the NATO Allied Forces Southern Battalion Italian but also from the Austro-Hungar- participated in a staff ride on and around ian perspective. That formed the basis of Mount Grappa Aug. 24 to build team subsequent discussion. spirit and gain an on-site understanding of Italian mountain warfare during World Sharing information War I. Along the ride, participants engaged in The staff ride was the highlight ofa an informal dialogue sharing the prelim- four-day leaders summit that brought to inary information, and lessons learned Caserma Ederle all four company com- on the various aspects of the campaign, mand teams from Norfolk, Va., to Izmir, to include warfare concepts, battle lead- Turkey and two co-located in Naples ership, decision-making process, com- with the battalion staff. mand and control. “The purpose of today’s battle staff “Soldiers perform best when provided with good leadership, direction and moti- ride is to study the campaign of the Ital- Italian military history expert Edoardo Maggian (third from left) shows the network ian Army fighting against Austria and of trench lines to service members assigned to U.S. Army NATO Allied Forces vation. Knowing your leaders care about Germany,” said Lt. Col. John G. Misen- Southern Battalion during a team-building staff ride on Mount GrappaAug. 24. your well-being can help you endure the heimer Jr., AFSOUTH battalion com- hardship and horror of war. Also, defense mander. fensive to a halt. tro-Hungarian army. of the homeland played a significant role “The experience provided an opportu- Pozzato emphasized that the front for both sides as a motivating factor,” Lessons learned nity to learn about the host nation’s his- stretched over more than 400 miles added Maj. Michael A. Klobnak, battal- “There are a lot of lessons learned that tory and, therefore, gain a deeper respect across the Dolomites and Julian Alps, ion executive officer. we can take from the first World War, es- for our key ally and NATO partner,” At- from Lake Garda to the Isonzo River in Reflecting on how AFSOUTH can pecially on how mission command, com- hill said. Slovenia. Although Italy had hoped to draw any meaningful lessons from a munications and logistics play an import- Underlining the strategic position of defeat the enemy with a surprise offen- conflict that took place 100 years ago, ant role on the front line. We can take Grappa, Italian military history experts sive, the front soon bogged down into Misenheimer pointed out that, given those back and better support our NATO guided participants along the terrain walk trench warfare often at high altitudes and the complexities of equipping and train- population while building the mission of and shared their knowledge of significant facing harsh combat conditions. ing Soldiers assigned to 16 NATO units the battalion,” he said. battlefields, memorial sites, trench lines, Recognizing the tremendous sacrific- dispersed across seven countries, these The ride featured a 12-mile hike around tunnels and artillery positions dug into es the Italians made in defending their same mission-command principles di- the Grappa massif north of Vicenza, site solid rock. country, Staff Sgt. Jason Tafoya,- bat rectly apply to how effective they are at to three of the bloodiest battles of the talion senior noncommissioned officer, enabling the Alliance. Italian front fought between November Historical analysis said, “As I was walking those trails I was “We must first see ourselves at every 1917 and October 1918, with mountain Professor Paolo Pozzato, military histo- thinking how did they do it back then, level and location, understand both na- troops enduring harsh combat conditions. rian and author, provided a detailed anal- carrying hundreds of pounds of stuff and tional support elements and NATO mis- “Without Monte Grappa, the Italy we ysis of Italy’s involvement in WWI. He being shot at. sion requirements, and strike the right know today would (not) exist,” said engaged the team by explaining how Ita- "When you put on the uniform, it balance of empowering and developing Capt. Jermaine A. Athill, battalion oper- ly entered the conflict in May 1915, turn- means something because the people be- leaders with the insight to recognize and ations officer. The terrain walk allowed ing on its former ally, Austria-Hungary. fore you have made sacrifices. It doesn’t implement change when necessary," he the leaders to understand why, after Ital- The Italian-Austrian border became the matter what military you are part of, you said. ian troops were defeated at Caporetto, Italian Front, theater of a series of battles put on that uniform so that future gener- "By maintaining clear communication the massif became one of the central fought until November 1918, when the ations can wear the same uniform and and prioritization ... , we can further im- points of the Italian lines of defense and Allied victory at Vittorio Veneto sealed serve their country. This ride helped me prove morale, teamwork, and Soldier resulted decisive to bring the Austrian of- the victory of Italy against the Aus- put things in perspective.” and unit resiliency.”

3 Outlook September 29, 2017 Pool party CASERMA EDERLE — United States Army Garrison Italy played host to a 2017 Pool Party which took place here Aug. 25. The community- wide aquatics event was open to youth and adults within the Vicenza Military Community. The party, coordinated by Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation with the support of American Red Cross volunteers, attracted approximately 200 VMC members who spent the day at the pool.

To view more photos of the 2017 Pool Party, visit the USAG Italy Flickr site: https://www. flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/ albums/72157688388466585.

(Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

Fire department emphasizes vigilance during prevention week, year-round VICENZA — Vigilance against fire is a above the ground and a ladder truck can 24/7/365 responsibility for everyone in get within 70 feet of the balcony on a hard the family, and neighbors too. surface, you should be reachable. Also be This year the Fire Department reminds sure to take into account car parking and community members to always have other obstacles. a Plan B, as every second counts when Make sure to close doors behind you as there is a fire. you make your escape. If your primary exit This will help keep the is blocked, you need fire at bay, at least for an alternate way out. a little while, and not Staying inside a burn- allow fire the easy free- ing house, apartment, dom to extend into oth- hotel, bus, train, office er rooms. or campground is NOT an option you NEVER, ever, go back into a burning want to try! If one option is to wait on building. Tell firefighters where a loved a balcony for firefighters to recue you, one is (pets, too!) and let them go get make sure the firefighters can reach you. them for you. Firefighters train to do this Make sure you are safe on the balcony as and have a much better success rate. fire from below can come up and kill with Every second counts — know two ways smoke. out. Be vigilant and prevent fires. If the balcony edge is 90 feet or less (USAG Italy Fire & Emergency Services) SUSTAINABLE continued from page 1 renewal of the legislation that regulates former powder kegs. Participants also military exercises in protected sites. received a positive report on the latest "Many of these areas have a high nat- environmental monitoring done to assess uralistic value exactly because they are effects of training with heavy equipment military areas, a factor which has pre- launches, as well as that of all-terrain ve- served them from other types of land hicles in the Dandolo range. speculation," Santoro said. The activity in recent years has seen an Also in attendance at the conference increased collaboration between military were Milan Consul General Philip T. and regional government. That collabo- Reeker, representatives from the U.S. ration is expected to grow in view of the Embassy, and leaders of the U.S. Army increasing interest of the U.S. Army in Europe Training and Doctrine Command. training locations along the Tagliamento Darby pride Reeker thanked the Italian authorities, River and Cellina Meduna area. CAMP DARBY — The Livorno Retail Store broke the 1,000+ mark in June, particularly those of Friuli Venezia Giu- Asked why training in FVG is important according to Antonio Podhora, store manager, meaning the AAFES facility lia, for collaboration shown in the shared for the U.S. Army in Italy, and especial- sold more than 1,000 pieces of their Camp Darby clothing. Customers from commitment to protect the environment ly for the Vicenza-based 173rd Airborne all parts of the world — from Alaska to California, Colorado, New York, and guarantee conditions for continued Brigade Combat Team, James V. Mathe- Germany and Spain — showed their affiliation with the Darby community. training of Italian and American soldiers. son, chief, Regional Training Support Podhora thanks all for their support and said community members "are "I am gratified to see Italian and Amer- Division South, said, “Friuli is a critical much more than customers; they are family and friends. We are honored and privileged to serve you and to know you." ican environmental experts working training location for 173rd Brigade be- (Collage courtesy of DMC Public Affairs Office) together today in Udine for the achieve- cause it affords a wide variety of training ment of these goals," he said. options." Brig. Gen. Bruno Morace, FVG Region He added that the military air bases at Italian Army commander, underlined the Aviano and Rivolto can be used to sup- importance of the workshop, saying it is port all of these activities. Furthermore, Need assistance? "indispensable to get to know each other the geographic diversity in FVG allows better and, ultimately, to operate togeth- to train in mountain conditions, flat open Don’t know whom to call? er in a supportive environment based on areas, forests, and riverbeds in all kinds of constant and productive collaboration." weather from rain to snow to sun. The workshop addressed other issues “A commander developing a training affecting the region, to include manage- plan literally has a menu of options at Call the Chaplain Hotline. ment of training infrastructure and man- his disposal all in one region of Italy,” DSN 637-2273 (CARE), comm. 0444-66-2273 agement of Codroipo and Racchiuso's Matheson said.

4 Outlook September 29, 2017 Time to shop! CASERMA EDERLE — It's that time of year again. Make sure to stop by the Fall Bazaar at the Golden Lion Conference Center throughout the weekend. Vendors from different parts of Europe will be here to sell their products. Whether looking for a unique purchase or that perfect gift, visitors are sure to find it at the bazaar. Products available include wine, cheese, olive oil, chocolate, jewelry, ceramics and more. The hours are as follows: Sept. 29, 4-8 p.m.; Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

(File photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) Suicide prevention summit opens discussion CASERMA DEL DIN — Near- ly 100 Soldiers and civilians of the Vicenza Military Communi- ty came together for the second annual Suicide Awareness Pre- vention Summit, hosted by the garrison here Sept. 20. Many volunteers worked to- gether at the event organized by the garrison’s Army Substance Abuse Program. Participants were divided into four groups and each of them spent approximately a half hour on several topics about preven- tion and awareness. Organizers emphasized that suicide is preventable — that United States Army Garrison Italy Directorate of Human Resources many people contemplating sui- staff member Leslie Smith (left) and Cristita Bufford (back) assist cide want to live, but are unable some participants of the second annual Suicide Awareness to see alternatives to their prob- Prevention Summit at the registration desk Sept. 20. lems, viewing their situation as • Financial concerns death of friend, major illness, hopeless. • Have trouble eating or sleep- academic failure) Suicide cuts across all ranks ing • Have family, marital or sexu- and ages as well as econom- • Losing interest in hobbies, al problems ic, social, religious and ethnic work or school For local assistance, call the boundaries. • Lost interest in appearance Chaplain Hotline at 0444- Recognizing warning signs can • Increased use of alcohol or 66-2273; Behavioral Health, be the best way to help those in drugs 0444-61-9140; or the Military trouble. Warning signs include: • Significant weight gain or Family Life Counselors, 333- • Major life transitions loss 489-8967/345-077-0476. • Severe, prolonged or unman- • Can't think clearly, make de- The National Suicide Preven- ageable stress cisions or get control tion Crisis line is a stateside • History of abuse • Withdrawing from friends, number: 800-273-8255. • Feel sad, "blue" or in a de- loved ones or social activities For more photos of the Shawna Noel puts on the sign “Suicide” after “Depression” with the help of Stephanie Tatum during the skit “Beauty from Pain.” pressed mood • Can't see things as worth- event, visit https://www.flickr. Volunteers from PWOC, Protestant Women of the Chapel, • Experiencing relationship/ while or a future without pain com/photos/usagvicenza/al- performed the skit at the seminar to bring hope to those suffering, family problems • Recent or severe loss (job, bums/72157688864165636. Noel said. (Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) Vicenza community honors women's equality Winegar explained that the Pew Re- women, according to Winegar. Story and photo search Center released a study in 2013 “I often wonder if that 15 percent is by Laura Kreider that estimated women were the primary good enough,” she commented. VMC Public Affairs Office or sole income providers in 40 percent of “We’ve all heard that the propensity or American households. willingness for many Americans to serve VICENZA — The Vicenza Military “Their data showed a steady increase continues to decline, and our own Depart- Community honored the annual obser- over time between 1960 and 2011, and I ment of Defense estimates that less than vance of Women’s Equality Day with an can only imagine that in 2017, that per- one in four Americans is even qualified. event at the Arena on Caserma Ederle centage of women providers is still high- I believe that we, as a military commu- Aug. 23. er. When we look at today’s college en- nity, know that women can successfully Women’s Equality Day commemorates rollments, approximately 60 percent of serve. Through nearly two decades of American women achiev- undergraduate continuous conflict and countless studies, ing full voting rights under "Through nearly two decades enrollments are women have proven that we are needed in the U.S. Constitution by ... women have proven that we women.” our formations,” she added. passage of the 19th Amend- She highlight- In her closing remarks, she described ment in 1920. are needed in our formations." ed that in De- that back in 1920, the only people who The event, hosted by the -- Lt. Col. Lisa L. Winegar cember 2015, could vote to change the constitution 173rd Infantry Brigade the Department were men. Combat Team (Airborne), of Defense “Today it takes all of us to make equali- featured guest speaker Lt. Col. Lisa L. opened all combat positions to women. ty work, especially those with a seat at the Winegar, 307th Military Intelligence Bat- “This is important because these previ- table, and I am thankful to be part of this talion commander. ously closed positions, such as infantry learning organization called the United “Thanks to the persistent and pioneer- and armor, have historically served as the Sates Army. training pipeline and launching point for Because, since 1776, we have had a Lieutenant Col. Lisa L. Winegar, who ing voices of some strong women, Con- serves as commander of 307th Military gress passed the 19th Amendment and our most senior positions in the military, learning culture that strives to make our Intelligence Battalion, gets ready states ratified it nearly 150 years after our such as Chief of Staff of the Army,” she team better every day,” she ended. to address the audience during the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration continued. Following her contribution, an award Women’s Equality Day event Aug. 23 at of Independence,” she said during her Nowadays, still only 15 percent of ser- presentation and a light brunch conclud- the Arena on Caserma Ederle. Winegar speech. vice members across all branches are ed the event. was the guest speaker. 5 Outlook September 29, 2017 Employee Spotlight

This week, the Outlook puts the spotlight on Massimiliano Bozzolan, who works for U.S. Army Garrison Italy at Caserma Ederle. Position/organization: Contract Specialist Support Department of Public Works Overview of job/duties: “I work within the Directorate of Public Works, Engineering Division Job Order Contracting (JOC) section. I currently serve in the role of Contracting Officer's Repre- sentative, executing all aspects of JOC task orders to ensure successful and timely award of construction projects. JOC task order ex- ecution is key to ensuring successful exe- cution of USAG Italy's multimillion dollar Sustainment, Restoration and Moderniza- tion (SRM) Annual Work Plan. “I perform extensive coordination with garrison directorates and tenant commands throughout USAG Italy to ensure projects satisfy their requirements and customer mis- sion needs are met. "Coordination and scheduling of JOC contracts is performed to ensure services Remembering 9/11 are provided on a timely basis, and project PADOVA — On the 16th anniversary of the 9/11 phases are evaluated to identify areas where attacks on the United States, a mix of Italian procedural improvements can be made. I (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) and American dignitaries, service members and follow up on projects to include all the tech- firefighters paid their respects at the "Memory and nical aspects to assure completion of main- have provided critical mission support to Light" memorial in Padova to all who lost their tenance work and construction projects in a entities throughout USAG Italy, 173rd Air- lives that day. quality and timely manner ... I ensure that borne Brigade, U.S. Army Africa, Medical The memorial was inaugurated in 2005 and hosts the USAG Italy JOC Program complies with Command, AFSBn, etc. My goal is to keep a piece of a steel beam from the World Trade Federal Acquisition Regulations and the working as a team with ethical and profes- Center. highest ethical standards.” sional colleagues to keep up the DPW stan- (Photo by Mark Turney, VMC Public Affairs) dards and continue to meet all customer re- Major accomplishments or goals: quest and expectations.” “Spearheading a JOC program that has fully executed multimillion dollar SRM ob- What do you like best about your job? The next issue of the Outlook ligation plans for fiscal years 2007 through “I enjoy working with the different gar- will be delivered and published Oct. 13. 2017. Executing project awards in accor- rison directorates and tenant commands Deadline for submissions will be Oct. 5. dance with prescribed U.S. Army timelines, throughout USAG Italy — Caserma Ederle, Anyone with questions about submissions thereby ensuring USAG Italy has continued Del Din, Darby and Longare — and satisfy- or other concerns should contact to receive its full allotment of SRM funding. ing our customers by meeting their expecta- the Outlook Editor at the I take pride in accomplishing projects that tions.” USAG Italy Public Affairs Office at DSN 637-8031, comm. 0444-61-8031. At the movies My Little Pony: The Movie (Rated PG)

A dark force threatens Ponyville, and the Mane 6 embark on an unforgettable journey beyond Equestria where they meet new friends and exciting challenges on a quest to use the magic of friendship to save their home. Sept. 29 7 p.m. Flatliners (PG-13) 10 p.m. American Made (R) Sept. 30 3 p.m. The Lego Ninjago Movie (PG) 6 p.m. Flatliners (PG-13) Oct. 1 7 p.m. Kingsman: The Golden Circle (R) 10 p.m. American Made (R) Oct. 4 7 p.m. Flatliners (PG-13) Oct. 5 7 p.m. American Made (R) Oct. 6 7 p.m. My Little Pony: The Movie (PG) 10 p.m. Blade Runner 2049 (R) Oct. 7 3 p.m. My Little Pony: The Movie (PG) 6 p.m. The Mountain Between Us (PG-13) Oct. 8 3 p.m. My Little Pony: The Movie (PG) 6 p.m. Blade Runner 2049 (R) Oct. 11 7 p.m. Blade Runner 2049 (R) Oct. 12 7 p.m. The Mountain Between Us (PG-13) Oct. 13 7 p.m. The Foreigner (R) 10 p.m. Happy Death Day (PG-13) Liberation anniversary https://www.shopmyexchange.com/reel-time-theatres/Vicenza. Movie schedule is provided by AAFES. PISA — On the 73rd anniversary of Santa Croce (Pisa) liberation, a plaque was unveiled to remember an American Soldier, Frederick F. Olson who Admission lost his life in the name of freedom. Olson rests at Florence American 3D first run: Adult $8.50/Under 12 $5.75 Cemetery and Memorial. Representing the U.S. military at the ceremony 3D second run: Adult $8/Under 12 $5.50 was Air Force Master Sgt. Jesus Canales. First run: Adult $6.50/Under 12, $3.75; Second run: Adult $6/Under 12 $3.50 (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs) Schedule is subject to change without notice.

6 Outlook September 29, 2017 Health & Wellness Medical professionals hone skills at collaborative event by Tamara Passut Contributor

VICENZA — Army medical specialists and licensed practical nurses from U.S. Army Health Center-Vicenza, 173rd Airborne Brigade and U.S. Army Afri- ca joined efforts Aug. 24 at the first-ever American and Italian staff members collaborative Medical Skills Fair at the go through the food line at the annual Health Center. gathering Sept. 14 at San Bortolo The collaborative opportunity, or- Hospital in Vicenza. (Courtesy photo) ganized by Maj. Maria Bruton, US- AHC-Vicenza deputy commander of Nursing Services, Capt. Jacqueline Hur- tado, nursing officer in charge, and Capt. Adam Rich, 173rd Abn. Bde. nurse, was intended to provide useful, practi- cal training for unit medical resources in preparation for real-life events. Medical specialists and licensed practical nurses from the health center on Caserma Registered nurses and medical provid- Ederle practice chest tube insertion during a health skills fair. (Courtesy photo) ers from the participating units manned 13 tables, educating and reviewing skills responsibility to ensure they are ready,” setting’s needs. Facilitators indicated varying in difficulty from taking vital said Bruton. “We had a very positive re- this initiative will take place every six A cake-cutting ceremony between the signs to performing life-saving invasive sponse to the training here today, and are months on this large scale, augmented directors of both health facilities is part care such as chest tube insertion. looking forward to even more collabora- with monthly, smaller training on fo- of the festivities. (Courtesy photo) The opportunity provided not just di- tive training initiatives.” cused topics. dactic training, but also hands-on and in- In all, 70 Soldiers and staff members Additionally, the medics will be attend- teractive skills education and evaluation. from Caserma Del Din and Caserma ing “Sky Soldier” jumps to maintain and Annual “These Soldiers have to be ready to Ederle received training on medical refresh their medical triage and first aid forward deploy, and we have the joint skills aligned with a forward-deployed skills in the near future. cookout brings Health center puts spotlight on local Red Cross volunteer Americans, As she assists with each question or by Tamara Passut Italians Contributor sees a person with a vague, jet-lagged look on their face, she eagerly steps in to offer assistance, remembering her son. together VICENZA — She sits patiently, await- Dorrity’s son Paul served with 160th ing the next question, thinking to herself, Special Operations Aviation Regiment “Everyone who comes in those doors (Airborne) “Night Stalkers” and died by Tamara Passut represents my son and husband” and, be- serving his country in 2002. She keeps Contributor cause of that, she donates her time freely. his memory close and commits herself to paying it forward while continuing his Her name is Francesca Gheller Dorri- VICENZA — The annual tradition ty, and she is a familiar face at the U.S. legacy to serve others. of U.S. Army Health Clinic-Vicenza Army Health Clinic-Vicenza as a volun- Many volunteers choose to boost their staff sharing a little bit of America with teer. Dorrity is a lifetime world traveler resume, meet friends, and advance their and speaks four languages but returned visibility at the clinic so that when a po- Ospedale San Bortolo in downtown Vi- home to Vicenza, where she was born. sition comes available they are the first to cenza took place for the 23rd consecutive She has given her time to assist newly know. In Dorrity’s case, getting a perma- year Sept. 14. arrived families, Soldiers, and the com- nent, paid position is not a goal. Staff from both organizations shared munity of Vicenza since then. When asked how many hours it takes to burgers, hot dogs, chips, cake and appre- Dorrity volunteers with the American be a volunteer, Dorrity responded: “Oh, ciation, as they honored the continued Red Cross and though she does not have I don’t even count. Maybe on average, collaboration and quality care provided any specific medical background, she two hours a day, five days a week. Some to American service members and their knows she is still greatly needed and ap- days more, some days less.” beneficiaries at the Italian Hospital.- Li preciated at the health clinic to answer She emphasized it’s not the hours, but aison services for Americans stationed at even simple questions and offer comfort- the motivation and the impact that is im- Caserma Ederle began in 1994. ing support to those who may feel lost or portant. Dorrity encourages everyone to At the event, Director General Giovan- lonely. get out, just a few hours a day, and give ni Pavesi thanked Lt. Col. Kane Morgan, “I like to volunteer at the front desk the back. Help others, perhaps, where once commander, USAHC-V, and presented Volunteer Francesca Gheller Dorrity most. That way, I can help people with you were helped. him with a placard for the clinic here. proudly serves the community by their questions, greet everyone entering To register to be a volunteer, stop by “Thank you for the close relationship spending several hours per week at the and offer a warm welcome to the health the American Red Cross office located with our hospital. We are proud to serve health center on Caserma Ederle. clinic. It’s also where I can help the most across from the fitness center on Caser- the Americans who live in Vicenza as (Courtesy photo) people,” said Dorrity. ma Ederle. a part of our patient population,” said Pavesi. WHERE TO GET HELP IN CRISIS Ospedale San Bortolo is the primary network provider serving the Vicenza Military Police 24/7 — (on post/local) 112/114/115, comm. 0444-71-7115 (VICENZA) Military Community, with approximate- Military Police 24/7 — (on post/local) 115 comm. 051-54-7115 (DARBY) ly 18 births each month and hundreds of Chaplain 24/7: 0444-66-2273 (CARE) surgical procedures a year. Behavioral Health: 0444-61-9140 The USAHC-V hosts 10 patient liaisons MFLC: 333-489-8967/345-077-0476 at the facility, whom facilitate not only Military Crisis Line: (in Europe) 00-800-1273-8255/DSN 118 translation between patients and Italian Domestic violence hotline: 0444-71-5878 (JUST) medical staff 24 hours a day, seven days Sexual assault hotline: 0444-71-7272 (SARC) a week, but also communicate important American Red Cross: 0444-71-7089 information back to the patient’s primary care manager and provide record transla- tion services. U.S. Army Health Center-Vicenza Strengthening the medical partnership between the host nation provider and the PHARMACY HOURS American health clinic improves Sol- Monday-Wednesday & Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Thursday, 1-4:30 p.m. dier readiness and enhances capability to provide consistent, positive experiences Call DSN 636-9130, comm. 0444-61-9130 across the healthcare network.

7 Outlook September 29, 2017 Sports Ederle plays host to fourth annual US Open with Italian community derman for Cultural and Sports Story and photo Affairs Umberto Nicolai did by Laura Kreider not hesitate and came to visit us VMC Public Affairs Office during the event.” Nicolai, who has also been CASERMA EDERLE — For the Vicenza Province National the fourth year in a row, the Olympic Committee president Vicenza Military Community for 20 years, attended part of hosted the 2017 International the event and addressed partic- US Open/Tennis We Can, an ipants on the first day focusing annual tennis tournament held on the importance of sport and on Caserma Ederle over a rainy this kind of exchange, using the Labor Day weekend Sept. 2-3. expression of a “little sport mir- This year’s tournament ex- acle.” panded to a two-day weekend He also presented each of the format with two teams: one participants with a symbolic from Caserma Ederle including keychain. After Nicolai’s re- Soldiers, spouses, civilians and marks, Battezzati said, “The family members, and the Italian game of tennis and those of team with local tennis clubs’ us who are passionate players members from Vicenza and San or ‘tennisti’ allow us to forge Felice sul Panaro, a town in the strong personal relationships Emilia-Romagna region, which and bonds.” is a sister city with the Vicenza On the Saturday of the event, Club. Sixteen-year-old Catherine Gulihur plays against Mensford Owusu (Vicenza Team, not pictured) the team shared a dinner at a lo- The open format featured during the 2017 International US Open/Tennis We Can, an annual tennis tournament held on cal agriturismo and upon com- nearly 50 competitors playing Caserma Ederle Sept. 2. In 2015, Gulihur, who played for the American team, placed first in the pletion on Sunday, the teams Girl’s 18 & under Virginia State Championship. More photos may be found at https://www.flickr.com/ headed to the Arena for typical men’s and women’s singles, photos/usagvicenza/albums/72157687134391024. men’s and women’s doubles, American hamburgers, hot dogs and mixed doubles. Michele place in the Flushing Meadows ing calls to make plans for the an Italian who retired from Di- and fries. Battezzati, founder of local Stadium in New York. Some- fifth edition,” said Battezzati. rectorate of Public Works; and “The bottom line is that ten- tennis organization "Tennis We how, we create a sort of ideal John Roche who works for Sergio Cuomo, DPW, were in- nis is really just the channel to Can," created in 2009 and made correspondence between our U.S. Army Africa Command, strumental in the planning and create and strengthen strong official in 2014 as a European tennis and the professional ten- is a tennis enthusiast and has operation of the tournament. relationships between the Ital- Union trademark, organizes the nis played by the champions,” served as the Caserma Ederle “I coordinated the event start- ian and American community Italian squad and overall direc- he continued. lead representative since incep- ing the beginning of July with through sports,” said Roche af- tion in concert with the MWR Battezzati said every year tion. Adamo and Roche,” explained ter the tournament. Sports and Fitness Office. there is usually participation by “This tournament gets better Battezzati. “This year, together, “I saw the light go on for the “This tournament always nearly 30 Italians and 15 Amer- every year and garners increased we also presented the US Open Italians when they visited Eder- takes place in September during icans. attention with the local Italian tournament to the Vicenza As- le’s Memorial for Fallen Sol- the US Open ATP World Tour,” “I have the feeling that this tennis and sports community,” sessorato alla formazione, Cul- diers and realized these were said Battezzati, “because we try event is really appreciated by said Roche. He added that Scott tura e Sport, the local Cultural local heroes who served and to play at exactly the same time the American counterparts, so Gordon from FMWR Sports and Sports Affairs, and we are were based in the Vicenza com- the professional tennis takes much that we are already mak- and Fitness; Claudio Adamo, very proud that Vicenza’s Al- munity.”

Soldier teams take to the field in soccer championships

VICENZA — (Above) United Team’s soccer player Rohi Kelli, #10, wins a header in the second half of the last game of the 2017 USAG Italy Unit/Recreational Soccer Championship Aug. 24 at the turf field on Caserma Ederle. The United Team played against Housing DPW and won 2-0. Results of the championship are as follows: 1st Place Team - United 2nd Place Team – Housing DPW 3rd Place Team - 207TH MOI.

(Left) Housing DPW’s Lorenzo Lonigos, #14, fights for the ball in midfield with his opponent Dewayne Thomas in the last minutes of the game.

See more photos of the 2017 USAG Italy Unit/Recreational Soccer championship on Flickr at https:// www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/. (Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

8 Outlook September 29, 2017 News briefs

Estate or indebtedness claims: conditioning systems immediately. Pfc. Andrew B. Young Individuals with stand-alone (split) AC Anyone having any claims on or units are responsible to stop using their obligations to the estate of Pfc. Andrew AC. Heating systems will be turned on B. Young, from 1st Battalion, 503rd no earlier than Oct. 15 in the Vicenza Infantry Regiment, 173rd Brigade Military Community and Nov. 1 in the Combat Team, should contact the Darby Military Community. Anyone Summary Court-Martial Officer, 1st Lt. with questions, please contact the DPW Andy Angrino, at DSN 637-4129 or via Energy Manager at DSN 637-8211. e-mail: [email protected]. VFW meets Water outage at Del Din Local VFW Mediterranean Post 8862 On Oct. 2, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., the holds meetings every second Thursday Directorate of Public Works will turn of the month at La Rondine, Via Calvi off the water across Caserma Del Din Paolo in Vicenza. More information to install a new water softener for the and maps can be obtained at the Retiree base. This outage will impact domestic Center, Bldg. 305, on Caserma Ederle. water sources (showers, toilets, water fountains, etc.) and water fire Exchange brings fee-free layaway suppression system. If you have any Soldiers, Airmen, retirees and families Enjoying a read-aloud at school questions regarding this outage, contact can get a head-start on holiday shopping VICENZA — Michael McKnight, installation emergency manager, reads the DPW Supervisor Mechanical at the Exchange with fee-free layaway aloud the story "Two Bobbies: A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, Engineer at DSN 637-8866. from the Army & Air Force Exchange and Survival" to third-graders in teacher Ranae Haskins' class at Vicenza Service. The Italy Exchange will waive Elementary School. McKnight and American Red Cross volunteers Sandra Onsite college classes start soon the $3 service fee for items placed on Winkler and Maria Almanza visited the school Sept. 20 to share the story Ten classes for the Fall 2 semester layaway and paid for by Dec. 24 — as a National Preparedness Month event. According to McKnight, the story of University of Maryland will be including toys and bikes. Purchases of teaches children the importance of community involvement and the need for offered onsite between Caserma Ederle $25 or more are eligible for the layaway creating a preparedness plan. (Courtesy photo) and Caserma Del Din. The classes plan. A deposit of 15 percent is required will offer a variety of topics and focal to hold items on layaway. points and take place in the evenings to fit busy work schedules. To learn Prepare POV for PCS about scholarship and financial aid Soldiers and civilians who are opportunities, drop by the UMUC office PCS'ing must prepare their privately at the Vicenza Education Center, Bldg. owned vehicles for shipping. Required 126, Room 16, or call DSN 314-637- documents include: valid copy of PCS 8147, comm. 0444-61-8147. The office orders, SETAF registration, storage is open weekdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. authorization letter, valid Power of Attorney, and all recall information on Soldier GT improvement classes the POV. For details, visit www.italy. Soldiers who are interested may attend army.mil and click on the "Shipping a a FAST (Functional Academic Skills POV?" button. Training) class and work toward improving GT scores. Classes take Officer Candidate School reunion place Oct. 24-Nov. 14 at the Ederle Make plans now to attend the U.S. Education Center. PreTABE takes place Army Officer Candidate School Alumni Oct. 18-19, with registration closing Association 2018 Reunion, March 25- The Vicenza Community Club Thrift Store on Caserma Ederle is a hub of activity Oct. 9. Classes fill up quickly, so make 29, 2018, in Columbus, Ga. The OCS and provides goods and services to the entire community. sure to sign up today. Call DSN 637- Alumni Association represents all Army 8141, comm. 0444-61-8141. Or email officers commissioned through any [email protected]. Officer Candidate School, regardless of Vicenza club provides access to previous locations or branch affiliation. Retiree Appreciation Day The reunion will include a Hall of Garrisons throughout IMCOM- Fame induction ceremony, reception, goods, community place to gather Europe are hosting Retiree Appreciation and formal dinner that will include Days in October, and USAG Italy is presentation of the Patterson Award. er heard that U.S. Army Garrison Italy no exception. The event at Caserma There will be demonstrations , briefings Story and photo by Rose Roorda Family Readiness Group planned to do Ederle will take place as follows: 9 at Fort Benning and more. The reunion Contributor up their barracks dayroom for single Sol- a.m.-1 p.m., Oct. 26, at the U.S. Army will be conducted at the Columbus diers, her response was, “That’s a great Health Center-Vicenza, Building 2310. Marriott Hotel, 800 Front Avenue, — The Vicenza CASERMA EDERLE cause; we’d love to support it.” She im- Expected medical and dental services Columbus; phone: 1-706-324-1800. Community Club Thrift Store is more mediately took action, compiling a list include audiology, blood-pressure Refer to the OCS web site at https:// than just a store that offers opportunities of needed items and preparing them for screening, diabetes information, family www.ocsalumni.org for information to purchase used goods at reduced rates pickup. practice, immunizations, infection updates, or contact Nancy Ionoff, (813) to the community. The store is a hub “We’re extremely grateful to the VCC. control, nutrition care, occupational 917-4309, for more information. where many people dedicate their time Their contributions have directly im- therapy, orthopedics, optometry, as volunteers, as well as a place where proved our Soldiers’ living environ- pharmacy, TRICARE, and wellness goods and service are transformed into ment,” said Capt. Brennan Roorda, for- advice. For more information, please tangible benefit to the community. mer company commander, Headquarters call the Retirement Services Officer at Staffed and run by active and attentive and Headquarters Company, USAG Italy. DSN 637-7747, comm. 0444-71-7747 individuals who care about contributing “We now have for our single MP soldiers or email at tamela.j.hushen.civ@mail. for the greater good, the store and its a functional kitchen with pots, pans, cut- mil. people are always working to make the lery and plates, and (other) useful items.” community better. The Thrift Store also provides items Tax Center volunteers needed Permanent Change of Station (PCS) to organizations such as the Boy/Girl The Vicenza Tax Center is currently season, from June to August, is the busi- Scouts, and Better Opportunities for Sin- looking for volunteers to serve in a est time of year for the store. During this gle Soldiers, not to mention the on-post number of different roles beginning time, large donations are dropped off as theatre. January 2018. Volunteers don’t need families clear their homes in preparation The VCC provides employment oppor- a background in finance or experience for moving. Most people know that if tunities to the VMC in the store, which in tax preparation to apply — in fact, you have useful items to get rid of, the the Tax Center will provide required Thrift Store is the place to take it. Dona- is staffed by a handful of employees, a store manager, assistant manager and ca- training. Limited availability? No tions will benefit the community through problem! The center offers flexible giving items to those who need it, and shiers. The store opens from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. hours to suit volunteers' schedule. Stop more directly, through the funds it pro- by Bldg. 166 to fill out an interest card vides through a sale. Often, the benefits The Vicenza Community Club itself gives back to the community to the tune or apply through the Army Community are more than that because of the com- Service volunteer office by Nov. 1. munity-minded staff who work there. of more than $100,000 per annum, which The staff meet community needs by pro- includes more than $30,000 annually in scholarships and $35,000 in community Air conditioners turned off viding material support to organizations Directorate of Public Works technicians enrichment grants. To learn more about and their projects. will begin turning off all central air For example, when the store manag- the VCC, visit http://vccitaly.org/about/.

9 Outlook September 29, 2017 Out & About All listings compiled by Anna Terracino sale; old trades demonstrations; workshops for chil- dren; Oct. 15, 5:30 p.m. live music. Free entrance. http://www.pomopero.bio/programma/#tab-11-ottobre-2017 Van Gogh – Tra il Grano e il Cielo Van Gogh Exhibit – Between Wheat and Sky Oct. 7-April 8, Vicenza, Palladian Basilica, Piazza dei Signori; Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri- days-Sundays, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. The main works by Van Gogh are on display for a major monographic exhibition dedicated to the great Pumpkin Festival, Veneto artist featuring over 120 works among paintings and drawings. Curated by Marco Goldin, this is the biggest exhibition ever dedicated to Van Gogh in Italy and re- traces Van Gogh’s life and artistic evolution throughout VENETO & NEARBY an insightful art itinerary. Entrance fee: €14; reduced €11 (for students younger than 26 and senior citizens older than 65); €8 (children aged 6-17); free for chil- dren younger than six. Festa del Baccalà http://www.museicivicivicenza.it/it/tbc/eventi.php/17376 Cod Festival Through Oct. 2, from 6 p.m., Montegalda, Piazza Casa su Misura Marconi, about 12 miles southwest of Vicenza. Food Home Furnishings Fair Chocolate Festival, Soave booths featuring gnocchi with codfish, cod with polen- Oct. 7-15, Monday-Friday, 4-9 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, ta and other local specialties open at 6 p.m. Live music 10 a.m.-9 p.m., 4, Padova, Tommaseo 59. Classic and and dancing nightly at 9 p.m. contemporary furniture, lighting, textiles and accesso- http://www.eventiesagre.it/Eventi_Feste/2595_Fes- ries. Entrance fee: €7, weekdays: €5; reduced ta+Del+Baccala.html €4; free for children under 12. http://www.casasumisura.com/ Festa della Transumanza Transhumance Festival Euro Chocolate Through Oct. 3, Bressanvido, Pangiusco Farm, Via International Chocolate Exhibit Chiesa, about 10 miles northeast of Vicenza. Trans- Oct. 13-22, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Perugia, Piazza humance is the seasonal movement of farmers with Italia, Piazza della Repubblica, Corso Van- their livestock over relatively short distances, usually nucci, Via Mazzini, and Piazza IV Novembre. to higher pastures in summer and to lower valleys in This is the best chocolate celebration in Eu- winter. Food booths featuring many local specialties rope. Enjoy chocolate tasting and chocolate open at 7 p.m. and, on Sundays at noon. Local product workshops organized by the best chocolate exhibit and sale Sept. 24 and Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on manufacturers worldwide. The event includes Via San Benedetto. Live music and dancing starts at 9 a chocolate sculpture contest, where artists create sculptures out of huge chocolate blocks. p.m. Cod Festival, Montegalda http://www.eventiesagre.it/Eventi_Feste/21027249_Fes- Free cooking courses, all centered around the ta+Della+Transumanza.html world of chocolate and sweets; free entrance. A €6 chococard will get you special discounts, offers Sagra dell’Arna and free samples from most of the booths; you can buy depart and return to Piazza Biade. Cost is €15 for a Duck Festival your chococard online at http://www.chocostore.it/ maximum of four people at a time. Through Oct. 3, Torri di Quartesolo, about four miles shoponline/chococard2017. http://www.comune.vicenza.it/ southeast of Vicenza. Food booths featuring bigoli in http://www.eurochocolate.com/perugia2017/ Auto e Moto Tra Passato, Presente e Futuro duck sauce and the traditional duck stuffed roll open Past, Present and Future Cars and Motorbikes at 7 p.m. Fair trade market; art exhibits; live music and CentoxCento — Mercato Artigianale e contadino dancing starts nightly at 9 p.m.; Oct. 1, entertainment One-hundred percent: Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., entrance: €45; Oct. 27-29 , 9 for children with puppet shows. Carnival rides and Craft and local products exhibit and sale a.m.-7 p.m., entrance fee: €24, reduced € 19 (children parking. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Vicenza, Piazza delle Erbe. aged 13-17); two-day entrance: €44; three-day en- http://www.parrocchiatorri.org/wp-content/up- Free entrance. trance: €64; free for children younger than 13; in Pa- loads/2016/05/LOCANDINA https://www.facebook.com/events/1510772272339559/?ac- dova, Via N. Tommaseo 59, about 24 miles southeast of tive_tab=about Vicenza. There are three exhibit sections at the event: Fiera del Riso car manufacturers with their relative clubs and racing Rice Festival Festa dello Spiedo teams, dealers and restorers, spare parts and models; Through Oct. 8, Isola della Scala (Verona), about 42 Meat on the Spit Festival car and moto accessories exhibit and sale; limited edi- miles southwest of Vicenza. Open Mondays-Fridays, Oct. 15, noon-8 p.m., Isola Vicentina, Piazza Marconi, tion in toys and unique life-sized models. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.-1 a.m.; Saturdays about 8 miles northwest of Vicenza. Food booths fea- https://autoemotodepoca.com/en-GB/ 11 a.m.–1 a.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-midnight. This is turing a variety of spit-roasted meats and vegetables, the largest Italian event dedicated to rice and risotto. fresh mushrooms, and local desserts and wines. Open It will host chefs from many Italian regions who will at noon and again at 5 p.m.; 3 p.m. live music and ANTIQUE MARKETS cook their specialties during the fair. Exhibits, sport- dancing. Free entrance. VENETO ing events, shows, live music and gastronomic compe- http://www.proisolavicentina.it/ titions. Free entrance. https://www.fieradelriso.it/ Marostica: Oct. 1, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Castello, Abilmente-Mostra Internazionale della Manualità about 18 miles north of Vicenza (135 vendors) Cioccolato in Festa Creativa International Bricolage and Manual Creativity Chocolate Festival Noventa Vicentina: Oct. 1, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza IV Exhibition Oct. 6, 6-11 p.m., Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Oct 9, 9 Novembre, 20 miles south of Vicenza (120 vendors) a.m.-11 p.m., Soave, Piazza Mercato dei Grani and Via Oct. 19-22, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Vicenza, Via dell’Orefice- Roma, about 23 miles west of Vicenza. Free chocolate ria 16. Embroidery and patchwork workshops; creative Vittorio Veneto: Oct. 1, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Serravalle, Pi- tasting and chocolate workshops, jazz and blues con- sewing classes and T-shirt decoration; creative recy- azza Minucci and surrounding streets (75 vendors) certs, chocolate sculptures, exhibits, entertainment for cling and technique workshops. Admission fee: €12; children, and food booths. Free entrance. reduced €10 (children ages 12-18 and senior citizens Lonigo: Oct. 8, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Garibaldi, Piazza http://www.eventiesagre.it/Eventi_Enogastronomi- older than 60); free entrance for children younger than XX Settembre, Via Ognibene, about 20 miles south- ci/21130385_Cioccolato+In+Festa+A+Soave.html 12, for disabled and their assistants. west of Vicenza (about 100 vendors) http://www.abilmente.org/ Festa della Patata e del Wurstel CioccolandoVi Montegrotto (Padova): Oct. 8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piaz- Potato and Hot Dog Festival Chocolate Festival za 1º Maggio, about 34 miles southeast of Vicenza Oct. 6-8, Arzignano, Piazzale della Vittoria about Oct. 20-22, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Vicenza, in Piazza dei Signo- (about 70 vendors) 10 miles north of Vicenza. Food booths open at 7 ri, Piazza Biade, Piazzetta Palladio and Piazza Garibal- p.m.; live music and dancing start at 8 p.m. Begin- di. Oct. 20, 1-11 p.m.; Oct. 21, 9 a.m.-2 a.m.; Oct. 22, 10 Portobuffolè (Treviso): Oct. 8, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Piaz- ning at 4 p.m., entertainment and games for children. a.m.-8 p.m. Watch the top 50 Italian chocolate manu- za Beccaro, about 88 miles northeast of Vicenza (250 http://www.eventioggi.net/evento-festa-della-patata-e-del-w- vendors) rstel-6-7-8-oktober-2017-arzignano-2778390 facturers prepare their chocolate delicacies and sample a great variety of chocolates. Free entrance. Pomo Pero http://www.cioccolandovi.it/ Vicenza: Oct. 8, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza dei Signori, Pi- Apple and Pear Festival azza Duomo, Piazza Garibaldi, Piazza Palladio, Piazza Passeggiate in Carrozza Biade and Piazza Castello (220 vendors) Oct. 7-8 and Oct. 14-15, Lusiana, Via Roma and Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours Piazza IV Novembre, about 21 miles north of Vicen- Sept. 30, on Saturdays, 8-11:30 p.m.; on Saturdays in za. Grand opening Oct. 7 at 5:30 p.m.; Oct. 8, and Villafranca (Verona): Oct. 8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza October, 3-8 p.m. In Vicenza, enjoy this unique way Oct. 14-15, from 9 a.m. local products exhibit and Castello (90 vendors) of seeing the most beautiful sites. The 20-minute tours

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Festa di San Michele St. Michael’s Fair Sept. 29-Oct. 1, from 5 p.m. Carmignano (Prato). Ev- ery afternoon, see a historical parade followed by the traditional Palio dei Ciuchi (Donkey Race); street art- ists and food booths. Entrance fee: €5. http://www.festadisanmichele.it/ Sagra della Bistecca e del Fungo Porcino Steak and Porcino Mushroom Fair Sept. 29-30, Oct. 1, Oct. 6-7, Oct. 13-15, and Oct. 20-22, Certaldo (Firenze), Viale Matteotti 201. Food booths featuring a great variety of steak and mush- room dishes, other local specialties, and red wines open at 7:30 p.m. and, on Sundays, also at 12:30 p.m. http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=13&page=1&post=852 I Giorni di Bacco Bacchus’ Days Sept. 29-Oct. 3, 7 p.m.–midnight; Oct. 1, 4 p.m.-mid- night, Castiglion Fiorentino (Arezzo), Piazza Matteot- ti. Food booth feature local specialties and wines; en- Chocolate Festival, Perugia tertainment, live music and games for children. https://www.umbriaeventi.com/i_giorni_di_bacco_castigli- on_fiorentino_arezzo_eventi_toscana_12031.htm BeeRiver Edoardo Bennato – Nov. 11 Rome; Nov. 24 Turin Beer Festival Gianna Nannini – Dec 2 Rome; Dec. 4 Assago; Dec. 6 Florence Sept. 29, 6 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sept. 30, 4 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Biagio Antonacci – Dec. 15 Florence; Jan. 20, 2018, Oct. 1, 4-11 p.m., Pisa, Stazione Leopolda, Piazza Livorno; Jan. 26-27 Padova Guerrazzi. Beer-tasting glass €5; token for one sam- pling: €2; beer-tasting glass with three tokens: €10. SPORTS http://www.beeriver.it/ Porsche Festival – Sept. 30-Oct. 1 in Scarperia Festa del Vino Rally Legend – Oct. 19-22 Serravalle (San Marino Wine Festival Republic) WWE – Wrestling Live – Nov. 10 Assago; Nov. 11 Pa- Sept. 30-Oct. 1, from 4 p.m., Montescudaio (Pisa), dova; Nov. 12 Florence Piazzale del Castello and surrounding streets. Food booths featuring local specialties and street food open Queen & Adam Lambert (Photo by Cesare Greselin) Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio at 7 p.m. Local craft exhibit and sale; local wine sam- Shopping Center, or online at www.ticketone.it, www.vi- pling; live music. Fireworks on Oct. 1. vaticket.it, and www.geticket.it. http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=13&page=1&post=1400 CONCERTS/SPORTS For a comprehensive list of festivals, concerts Sagra della Lepre e del Cinghiale and upcoming sporting events, Hare and Wild Boar Fair please see our Pinterest page, Sept. 30-Oct. 1, and Oct. 7-8, Selvatelle (Terricciola, www.pinterest.com/usagvicenza. Pisa). Food booths featuring local specialties and wines Tony Allen and Jeff Mills – Oct. 1 Rome open at 7 p.m. Live music and dancing starts nightly at Cody Chesnutt – Oct. 6 Milan 9 p.m.; games and entertainment for children. Leroy Sanchez – Oct. 10 Milan http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- Machine Gun Kelly – Oct. 11 Padova; Oct. 12 Rome ANTIQUE MARKETS ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=13&page=1&post=322 Our Last Night – Oct. 12 Bologna; Oct. 13 Rome; Oct. 14 Milan TUSCANY Carro Matto e la Festa della Vendemmia Diana Krall – Oct. 12 Milan; Oct. 13 Rome Crazy Cart and the Grape Harvest Pat Metheny – Oct. 14 Bergamo Arezzo: Sept. 30-Oct. 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Grande Sept. 30, Florence, Piazza della Parte Guelfa. From Red Bull Flying Bach – Oct. 14 Milan; Oct. 15 Rome; (about 1000 vendors) 3:30 p.m., a crazy cart, pulled by a pair of white oxen Nov. 18 Padova; Nov. 19 Torino; Nov. 25 Bologna Carmignano (Prato): Oct. 1, 9:30 a.m.-7p.m., Piazza Vitto- and accompanied by a parade in historical costumes, Ian Hunter – Oct. 16 Mezzago (Monza Brianza) rio Emanuele II and Piazza Matteotti drums, and flag throwers departs from Piazza Duomo Kasabian – Nov. 3 Assago continues on Via Roma and Via Calzaiuoli and arrives Queens of the Stone Age – Nov. 4 Casalecchio di Cascina (Pisa): Oct. 1, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Corso Matteotti in Piazza della Signoria by 5 p.m. This event celebrates Reno Livorno: 1st Sunday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cavour the centuries-old Tuscany tradition of wine-making, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – Nov. 4 Padova; Nov. 6 and it also shows how wine arrived into town. Since Assago; Nov. 11 Rome Orbetello (Grosseto): Sept. 30-Oct. 110 a.m.-10 p.m., Cor- the 14th century, wine was bottled and conserved in Julie Byrne – Nov. 6 Milan so Italia, Piazza Eroe dei Due Mondi, Piazza del Plebiscito glass bottles called fiasco. They are the round wine W.A.S.P. – Nov. 8 Bologna, Nov. 9 Trezzo sull’Adda flasks covered with braided straw around the bottom The Darkness – Nov. 8 Milano; Nov. 9 Ciampino Pietrasanta (Lucca): Oct. 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Duomo half to protect the glass from breaking, as well as ther- (Rome) San Miniato(Pisa): Oct. 1, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Piazza del Popolo mal isolation to maintain the quality of the wine. While Tokyo Hotel – Nov. 9 Padova; Nov. 10 Napoli; Nov. 12 the bottles were made in Florence, the wine was made Venaria Reale; Nov. 13 Bologna Scarperia (Firenze): Oct. 1, 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. in the countryside and the crazy cart shows how the Bryan Adams – Nov. 10 Padova; Nov. 11 Assago; Bolgheri (Livorno): Oct. 7-8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., downtown bottles were weaved into a pyramid to safely transport Nov. 14 Roma; Nov. 16 Bolzano squares and streets them. Queen + Adam Lambert – Nov. 10 Casalecchio di http://www.visitflorence.com/florence-events/carro-mat- Reno Firenze (Tuscany): Oct. 8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Santo to-grape-harvest.html James Blunt – Nov. 12 Rome; Nov. 13 Florence; Spirito and Borgo Tegolaio (about 100 vendors) Nov. 14 Assago Sagra del Porcino e della Chianina Forte dei Marmi (Lucca): Oct. 7-8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza JP Cooper – Nov. 15 Milan Mushroom and Chianina Fair Dante Helloween – Nov. 18 Assago Oct. 14-15, Oct. 21-22, Oct. 28-29 and Nov. 4-5, Cas- Marilyn Manson – Nov. 22 Torino Montepulciano (Siena): Oct. 7-8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza telfranco di Sotto (Pisa), Via Enrico Fermi 1. Food Alice Cooper – Nov. 30 Milan Grande booths featuring a great variety of local specialties open Shakira – Dec. 3 Assago at 7:30 p.m. and, on Sundays, also at noon. Chianina is Piombino (Livorno): Oct. 7-8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cap- Arch Enemy – Jan. 17 Milan pelletti, Corso Italia, via Fucini, Piazza Gramsci a well-known local meat which has a particular ten- Rod Stewart – Jan. 31 Assago derness and depth of flavor; its name comes from the Steven Wilson – Feb. 9 Milan; Feb. 10 Rome Pisa: Oct. 7-8, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Piazza dei Cavalieri Chiana Valley in Tuscany; Oct. 29 local products and Metallica – Feb. 10 Torino; Feb. 12 and Feb. 14 Pistoia: Oct. 7-8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Pertini crafts exhibit and sale; bounce houses and street artists. Casalecchio di Reno http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=13&page=1&post=882 Vicopisano (Pisa): Oct. 8, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Domenico ITALIAN ARTISTS Cavalca Ligabue – Oct. 3 Jesolo; Oct. 5 Conegliano

11 Outlook September 29, 2017 Family & MWR Events book of the month available for check dio and total-body workout that feels BOSS Veneto Walk/Hike/Run CLASSES\WORKSHOPS out at the circulation desk, so get in be- like a celebration. Open to all fitness Oct. 8, 6:30-11 a.m., 2,50 euros fore it's too late levels. Various locations On the second Sunday each month, sin- S.T.O.M.P. Workshop EFMP Parent Support Group Power Vinyasa Yoga gle and geographically separated bache- Oct. 2, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Oct. 9, 1-2 p.m. Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25, noon-1 p.m. lors/ettes can join BOSS outdoors to dis- Verona Room in the Arena ACS Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes cover local surroundings and get some Caserma Ederle A parent support group is a place where Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle exercise. Enjoy nature, local culture and Sign up for this free two-day workshop participants can freely talk about their A strong heat building class that will architecture in different locations in the called S.T.O.M.P., specialized training of experiences and receive feedback in a move you through a range of traditional Veneto region. BOSS takes you to the military parents, for parents of children judgment-free environment. Be a part yoga postures. start location. Various course lengths for with a disability. Learn what your child's of this parent-led support group whose all skill levels. Wear weather-appropriate IFSP/IEP can do for them with SMART goals are to provide emotional support Saved By The Bell : attire and sturdy footwear. goals, 504 accommodations and modi- and encouragement, exchange informa- Kettlebell Strength & Conditioning fications, your rights and more. Regis- tion and provide recommendations for Oct. 5, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday Night Football ter online at the FMWR website, or call coping day to day. Learn how to network $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 7-11:30 p.m. DSN 634-8582, comm. 0444-71-8582. and share information with fellow par- Caserma Ederle Library Parking Lot Warrior Zone, Caserma Del Din ents. This parent-driven support group Build strength, power and endurance Head to the Warrior Zone on Sunday Kids Craft Club is hosted by the Exeptional Family in this full-body kettlebell workout. nights and root for your favorite team. Oct. 3, 3:30-4:30 p.m., $5 per child Member Program the second Monday Torch calories and learn proper kettle Kick back in the lounge area while en- Arts & Crafts Center, Caserma Ederle of every month. Young children may bell technique. All skill levels welcome. joying hot food and cool drinks. Will Head to the Arts & Crafts Center and accompany parents. Participants can in- Don't forget to bring a small gym towel. take place every Sunday until the Super enjoy a spacious room and increas- teract, give and receive support. All en- Workouts are suggested to be performed Bowl (Feb. 4). Watch your favorite teams ing supply of crafting materials! There rolled EFMP families are welcome. barefoot or with flat-soled shoes. go the distance on the big screens! will be three to four different activities available to encourage children to ex- College Fair Adriatic Sea Fishing plore their inner creativity while having Oct. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m TRIPS/ENTERTAINMENT Oct. 14, 5 a.m., $85 fun. Activities are set up for children Vicenza High School Gym Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle ages three to five years old. All materi- Caserma Ederle See what it's like to fish on a charter fish- als are washable, but some activities are The annual college fair event will pro- Fall Bazaar ing boat. The boat will anchor off of a messy— dress appropriately. Sign up at vide students the opportunity to explore Sept. 29, 4-8 p.m. known fishing area and stay stationary the center or on Webtrac. Space is lim- higher education options as they plan Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. for several hours while fishing for three- ited. For more information, call DSN for the future. The fair is open to middle Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to six-pound mackerel. A fun day with 637-7846, comm. 0444-61-7846. and high school students, their families, Golden Lion, Caserma Ederle fresh air on the sea! Cost includes trans- and the civilian community. College Vendors from different parts of Eu- portation, equipment and lunch. Library Lego® Club alumni, VHS is asking Vicenza Mili- rope will be here to sell their products. Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 3:30-5 p.m tary Community members to represent Whether looking for a unique purchase Turin and the Egyptian Museum Library, Caserma Ederle their alma mater at the fair. The more or that perfect gift, visitors are sure to Oct. 14, 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Drop in to the Ederle Library on Tues- colleges and universities on display with find it at the bazaar. Products offered in- Adult $95/Ages 4-12 $58/Ages 3 and days and let your children explore their alumni representatives, the more the clude wine, cheese, olive oil, chocolate, younger are free creativity with the library's Lego® col- students will benefit. VHS will help con- jewelry, ceramics and more. Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle lection. All Lego®'s are provided by the nect with your school’s admissions office The city of Turin was once the head of library. Open to ages four to 12 years to receive needed materials for the fair. Yellow Pin Bowling Italian parliament and is the home of old. Call DSN 634-7291, comm. 0444- Alumni should make materials requests Friday & Saturday nights, 8-11 p.m. some of Italy's most prestigious uni- 71-7291 for more information. by Sept. 30. Call DSN 634-7659, comm. $3 per game, $2.50 shoe rental versities. Well known for "The Shroud 0444-71-7659. The Arena, Caserma Ederle of Turin," the cloth that covered Jesus Romp-N-Stomp Playgroup Bowl a strike on your first ball with the Christ after his crucifixion, this city has Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25, 10-11:30 a.m. yellow pin in the number one position much to offer. The Turin Egyptian Mu- Bldg. 395, Caserma Ederle SPORTS & FITNESS and receive a free game. Or enjoy food seum has one of the most complete sets Every Wednesday (except major holi- from the Strike Zone Snack Bar while of ancient artifacts in the world, second days), Romp-N-Stomp playgroup is a enjoying free Wi-Fi. only to the museum in Cairo. The mu- time for learning through play. Parents *Purchase tickets for all fitness classes at seum boasts the statue of Ramses the II, with children ages birth to three years the front desk and present to instructor. Teen Center: Oktoberfest the Tomb of KHA and Merit, and more old are invited to this weekly playgroup. Oct. 4, 7-10 p.m. than 4,000 years of Egyptian history. A Working parents are encouraged to Power Pump Bldg. 373, Teen Center, Caserma Ederle must-see for anyone interested in Egyp- drop in and spend time with their fam- Sept. 30 & Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28 Youth in grades 6-12 have the opportu- tian history. ilies during their lunch hour. Call DSN 9:30-10:30 a.m. nity to celebrate and enjoy German food 634-7500, comm. 0444-71-7500. and Oct. 2, 16, 23 & 30, 5-6 p.m.; the day after without leaving the coun- American Girl® Social Hour $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes try. Dress up in your best German attire Oct. 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Vicenza Writer's Group Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle for a chance to win a prize. Library, Caserma Ederle Oct. 5 & 19, noon-1 p.m. Join this 60-minute class where partic- Bring your own doll and learn about Ju- Library, Caserma Ederle ipants work with free weights, barbells Lucerne, Switzerland Express lie and meet some new friends. Activities All writers are welcome! The goal of this and aerobic steps. Oct. 7, 3 a.m. will include trivia, making a craft, and writing group is to have a safe place of Adults $95 / Ages 4-12 $57 / Ages 3 and social time to meet new friends. Open collaboration and inspiration. From Warrior Yoga younger are free to children five years and older. Limited sharing work, receiving constructive Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle to 20 participants. Register at the library criticism, or even just getting past that 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Visit Lucerne, the gateway to central front desk. Call DSN 637-7291, comm. writer's block with some brainstorm- $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Switzerland. The city, located on Lake 0444-71-7291. ing, this can be your group. Activities Fitness Center, Caserma Del Din Lucerne and embedded within an im- include free writing, biweekly writing This class will most likely appeal to peo- pressive mountainous panorama, offers Volterra and San Gimignano topics and more. ple who are already quite fit, enjoy ex- attractions, souvenirs, watch shops and Oct. 21, 5 a.m.-10 p.m. ercising, and want a minimal amount a beautiful lakeside and mountain set- Adults $85 / Ages 4-12 $57 / Ages 3 and Beginner Photography Class of chanting with their yoga. All levels of ting. Enjoy a guided tour and visit old younger are free Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 experience are welcome. town and the water tower, the most pho- Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., $45 tographed monument in Switzerland. Volterra and San Gimignano are two Arts & Crafts Center, Caserma Ederle Cycling After the tour: free time for lunch and stony villages dotting the hills of North- Learn about using different lenses, fo- Mondays in October, noon-1 p.m. shopping. Don't forget your passport. ern Tuscany. Volterra has attracted in- cus and techniques for improvement, and 5-6 p.m. + more class dates/times ternational attention for its connection and color temperature (white balance) $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Mt. Pasubio Hike to the Twilight series of books and mov- all while shooting in manual mode. The Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle Oct. 7, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., $45 ies. Price includes transportation, trip last class will be a local field trip so you Maximize your calorie burn by doing a Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle facilitator and guided tour in Volterra. can practice the skills you learned. No variety of different drills that include en- For ages 16 years and older. The Road Drive is approximately four hours each experience necessary. Feel free to bring durance, sprints, hills, climbs and seated of 52 Tunnels — also known as Strada way. your lunch. Register by Oct. 3. drills. delle 52 Gallerie — is an important part of World War I history. Built in 1917, Horseback Riding Book Club Zumba® the road was used to provide lateral Oct. 21, 8 a.m., $120 Oct. 5, 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4-5 p.m. lines of communications and supplies to Outdoor Recreation, Caserma Ederle Library, Caserma Ederle +more class dates/times the Italian V Corps in the Pasubio area. Experience the beauty of Italian wine Head into the Ederle Library the first $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes Participants will hike the 52 tunnels and country from the saddle of a horse. Thursday of every month and enjoy Fitness Center, Caserma Ederle stop for lunch at a mountain rifugio be- The stables are located a short 20 min- some time discussing the latest book se- Zumba® exercise classes are "fitness par- fore making their way back down. Call ute drive away just outside the town of lection with others. Please note that we ties" that blend upbeat rhythms with for more information, DSN 634-7453, Brendola. Price includes riding time, have a limited number of copies of the easy-to-follow choreography for a car- comm. 0444-71-7453. equipment, transportation and guide. 12 Outlook September 29, 2017