Vicenza and Darby Military Communities www..army.mil May 18, 2018 | Vol. 51 | Issue 10 What’s Inside Camp Darby 2 Warmer weather aids schools in brings questions Albania, Armenia about air conditioning Story and photo by Chiara Mattirolo 3 DMC Public Affairs Office US Army Africa joins partners to finalize plans CAMP DARBY — Schools in Albania and Armenia are receiv- for United Accord exercise ing a valuable shipment of new furniture and other classroom sup- plies thanks to the Defense Secu- 4 A role-playing "casualty" lies on the ground at Caserma Del Din during the U.S. Army Garrison rity Cooperation Agency (DSCA) Italy full-scale exercise that took place May 9 in Vicenza and at Camp Darby. The exercise Humanitarian Assistance Pro- When is it time for tested systems the garrison and Italian authorities would use in the event of a crisis. (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) gram-Excess Property (HAP-EP) smartphones for kids located at Camp Darby. Fifteen container trucks of school furniture destined for Albania were 5 Full-scale exercise tests loaded May 11 and will reach their Trekking 40 miles final destination approximately May 23. to Lake Garda ability to project power “This project supports the Mons Lucjan Avgustini combined ele- ment of 173rd was notional — meaning mentary and high school located By James E. Brooks in the Vau Dejes, Albania,” said 8 U.S. Army Garrison Italy PAO paratroopers were not actually readying Are We There Yet? gear for combat — garrison directorates Janine Wick, HAP manager for were going through the typical processes Livorno. “HAP-EP Livorno is Liverpool, England VICENZA — An international situa- and procedures to get the brigade where sending donated equipment as a tion in Europe triggers the deployment of it needed to go, on time. That’s when a complementary package to another 173rd Airborne Brigade to the global hot simulated terrorist attack struck. Department of Defense project that 9 spot. But a small terrorist organization is “The exercise scenario was very well renovated the school facility.” Movie schedule intent on attacking U.S. Soldiers during developed with greater complexity by in- The request for support came their deployment from Italy. What are the cluding a notional deployment of 173rd from the U.S. Embassy in Albania repercussions of an attack on U.S. Army Airborne Brigade. The requirement to to the Washington-based DSCA Garrison Italy whose primary mission is activate the garrison’s emergency opera- that manages HAP-EP. The final 10 to get 173rd Airborne Brigade where it tions center and respond to a terrorist at- request for support was assigned to Out & About needs to go when ordered? tack while actively managing a timed de- Camp Darby. That was the scenario of a full-scale ex- ployment cycle provided unique learning The purpose of the HAP-EP ercise held May 9 at USAG Italy facili- opportunities and greatly enhanced the program is to acquire non-lethal ties at Caserma Ederle, Caserma Del Din See SCHOOLS, page 6 and Camp Darby. Though the deploy- See POWER, page 6 Army BOSS reveals top honor for Vicenza program The team not only Medieval Festival, By Karin J. Martinez Outlook Editor won a trophy that will be displayed at the U.S. Army VICENZA — A “watch party” at the Garrison Ita- 12 Warrior Zone on Caserma Del Din was ly headquarters, FMWR events, activities the setting in which to announce the Vi- they also earned cenza BOSS Strong team as winners of $25,000 for the the Armywide BOSS (Better Opportuni- Vicenza BOSS Fun Facts ties for Single Soldiers) Strong competi- program, money tion that took place in late 2017. that will go direct- l The highest peak in Europe About 250 Soldiers and other commu- ly into the program is in Italy. Monte Bianco (White nity supporters gathered May 4 to partic- Mountain) is 15,771 feet high here. ipate in festivities created to honor BOSS Garrison Com- and is part of the Alps. Vicenza and “Team Able,” a team of six l mander Col. Erik Leonardo da Vinci was the Soldiers who competed against the oth- illegitimate son of a Florentine M. Berdy accept- notary and a peasant girl. He er four top teams in fitness and life skills ed the trophy from was born in 1452 near the challenges. That final portion of the com- the team, for the From left: Command Sgt. Maj. Melissa Judkins, Installation Management town of Vinci, close to . petition took place in San Antonio. Each garrison. Command; Spc. Avelardo Martinez, Spc. Joey Biggers and Pfc. Christopher Ortiz, of Team Able; Col. Erik M. Berdy, commander, USAG Leonardo epitomized the ideal team’s progress there was recorded and “There is a lot Renaissance man and is best pulled together over eight episodes that Italy; Spc. Patricia Samples, president, BOSS Vicenza; and Staff Sgt. more to this award James Turner, Army BOSS representative, pose with the trophy and known as a painter. But he also look like a reality television show — the than the physical check for $25,000 from the BOSS Strong competition. The money will excelled as an artist, sculptor, first episode premiering at the party. go into the local BOSS program. (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs architect, musician, engineer, piece,” said Berdy. The highly anticipated announcement “It’s about phys- Office) inventor, scientist and writer. that BOSS Vicenza won the competition l ical readiness, and previously the U.S. Army Gar- Explorer Marco Polo was came when Command Sgt. Maj. Melissa from Venice, and Christopher nutrition, health, taking care of yourself rison Italy command sergeant major, Columbus (Cristoforo Colombo) Judkins, command sergeant major for In- and more. They lived it and they learned BOSS Strong is different from other was from Genova. stallation Management Command — on a lot; they should be an example to all of Army competitions. (From The Complete Idiot’s hand for the party all the way from IM- “The concept for BOSS Strong is Guide to Italian History and Culture) you.” COM Headquarters in Texas — made the According to Sgt. Maj. Daniel Den- to provide a holistic multi-discipline announcement after the episode played. nison, G-9 sergeant major, IMCOM, See STRONG, page 8 Caution: For some, working in Italy violates SOFA VICENZA — You are now living in Italy and looking ordinary resident of Italy. One cannot have both ordi- It is important to note, though, that any “donations” or for ways to earn some extra cash and keep your busi- nary resident and “SOFA protected” status at the same other payments for your time, labor or expertise would ness skills sharp. Before you take that job on the econ- time, no matter his position here. Those who get a job be considered profit and would require a valid Italian omy or start your own business, you need to know that on the Italian economy as an ordinary resident are not work visa and permit. doing so may be illegal in Italy. entitled to any “SOFA protected” privileges, including Following are some questions and answers about shopping in the post exchange and commissary, sending Am I allowed to operate a home-based working here. mail through the Military Postal System, driving SE- business (e.g., Mary Kay, Scentsy)? TAF-registered vehicles, and purchasing gas coupons. If you are generating profit by work performed while Can I accept an off-post job working for an You are also responsible for all additional expenses that living in Italy, Italian law mandates that you have a val- Italian or American business? ordinary Italian residents incur, such as paying Italian id work visa and permit. Furthermore, using the Amer- United States military personnel, government civilian income tax and making contributions into the Italian so- ican post office for home-based businesses is - notal employees, contractors and their dependents in Italy cial security system. lowed. Those who choose to obtain an Italian work visa live here pursuant to the NATO Status of Forces Agree- and permit are declaring to the Italian government that ment (SOFA). U.S. military members on orders do not I am an EU citizen married to a service mem- you desire to be considered an ordinary resident of Ita- need a passport or a visa to enter and remain in Italy. ber. Where can I work? ly. One cannot have both ordinary resident and “SOFA However, U.S. government civilian employees and all If you are command sponsored and listed on your protected” status at the same time. dependents who are not European Union citizens are re- service member spouse’s orders, you are here under quired to have a Missione Visa and Missione Soggiorno “SOFA protected status.” As such, you must follow the Can I telework for my previous employer Permit. The Italian government gives these documents guidance above for becoming an ordinary resident and in the United States? to those individuals who are here solely for the purpose give up “SOFA protected” status. Working as an ordi- Unfortunately, SOFA employment restrictions apply of the U.S. military mission and, therefore, have “SOFA nary resident, however, may disqualify a person from equally to Italian-based businesses and American-based protected” status. future U.S. government jobs in Italy. businesses. Thus, if you are generating profit by work To be employed in Italy by someone other than the performed while living in Italy, even on your computer U.S. Forces (this includes GS, NAF, and government Can I maintain skills by providing my service for a U.S.-based corporation, Italian law mandates that contracted positions) requires an Italian work visa and for free but be reimbursed for supplies — such you have a valid work visa and permit. work permit. This is true for both Italian businesses as baking cakes or coloring hair? For more information or for specific advice, contact and American-based corporations. If a person chooses Activities such as baking cakes or coloring hair would the Vicenza Legal Assistance Office in Building 166 to obtain these documents, he or she is declaring to the not be considered a “profitable enterprise” so long as on Caserma Ederle. Or call at DSN 637-8834, comm. 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U.S. Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli

Acting U.S. Army Africa Commander Brig. Gen. Eugene J. LeBoeuf

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USAG Italy Public Affairs Director James E. Brooks

Outlook Editor Karin J. Martinez

Public Affairs Staff Anna Ciccotti Laura Kreider Chiara Mattirolo Anna Terracino Youth perform 'Honk! Jr.' at Soldiers' Theatre Mark Turney CASERMA EDERLE — More than 50 Vicenza Military Community youth took part in the musical "Honk! JR.," based on the story “The Ugly Duckling” by Hans Christian Andersen and adapted from the Olivier Award- The Outlook is an authorized publication winning London West End production and subsequent Broadway musical. Above left: Cast members Irene supporting the USAG Italy command Ramirez, playing Penny, and Josh Galvin, playing Ugly, perform during the May 3 dress rehearsal at Soldiers' information program as provided by AR Theatre on Caserma Ederle. At right: Bethany Williams (left), portraying Ida, and Ducklings, Addie Wilson 360-1. All editorial content of the Outlook is prepared, edited and approved by the and Zachary Tovar perform during the dress rehearsal. Performances were held for two weekends May 4-13. USAG Italy Public Affairs Office, Unit For more photos, visit https://www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/albums/72157690926487000. 31401, Box 10, APO, AE 09630, located in (Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) Bldg. 10 on Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy.

Contents of the Outlook are not necessarily the official news of, or Questions about AC heat up with warmer weather endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, Department pliance with Italian energy codes. The similar for the heating season. of the Army, Installation Management By Lyman Parkhurst USAG Italy heating and air conditioning Command-Europe, U.S. Army Garrison USAG Italy Energy Manager This limit was put in place because policy states that AC systems will be ac- of excessive energy consumption and Italy or U.S. Army Africa. tivated no earlier than May 15 and only equipment damage from occupants who The Outlook accepts submissions. Call VICENZA — Utilities are a large an- after three consecutive days with tem- abused the systems. Keep in mind that the editor with questions at DSN 637- nual expense for the United States Army, peratures greater than 26.5 C (80 F). Italian energy codes design the buildings 8031, comm. 0444-61-8031, or submit and U.S. Army Garrison Italy — at more via email at usarmy.vmc.pao@mail. The policy also follows a priority sys- to provide only 10 C degrees of cooling than $16 million per year, and electrici- mil. A submission does not guarantee tem, beginning with health and dental below the outside temperature, so if it’s publication. Submissions may be edited at ty, at more than $9 million — costs more care facilities, child development cen- 38 C outside, the indoor temperature the discretion of the Public Affairs staff. than all other utilities combined. ters, Child & Youth Services, schools, would rise to 28 C. So it makes sense when the garrison and operational or mission facilities. The weather forecast has much milder works to conserve energy and try to re- In reality, some operational facilities duce its impact on the environment, that have year-round cooling for computer temperatures until after May 15, at which there is a focus on electricity consump- data centers and high heat computer sim- point all general air conditioning will be tion and air conditioning. ulation or military intelligence centers. prepared for summer. Because of the sudden onset of some Comfort cooling of standard offices and In offices, when you do turn on air con- hot weather here in Italy, there have been community facilities generally follow the ditioners, remember to set the thermostat many questions about the air condition- barracks. Plus, family housing at Villag- no lower than 24 C, open windows at ing policy for USAG Italy – a policy gio has heat pump systems controlled by night or in the cooler morning for ven- written especially because this is the only independent thermostats. What may con- tilation instead of during hot afternoons. garrison in Europe that is authorized gen- fuse occupants is the limiter on the ther- Make sure to shut off all AC split units at eral air conditioning. mostats. The AC will not cool the house night and weekends to save energy, since Air conditioning is turned on in accor- below 23 C no matter what temperature it only takes a few minutes to cool off an dance with Army regulations and com- is selected on the thermostat, and this is office in the morning.(DPW) 2 Outlook May 18, 2018 Teams finalize plans for United Accord 2018 participants on flights coming in from across the globe. “This is no small mission,” said Scott McWhorter, United Accord’s lead sus- tainment planner, about the sustainment challenges introduced by the interna- tional exercise. “Shipping in almost 600 personnel and tons of equipment takes careful planning, long in advance. How- ever, it’s a great opportunity to rehearse our efforts in case we ever needed to re- spond to a contingency or crisis here on the continent.” Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Canada, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Libe- ria, Mali, Mauritania, The Netherlands, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Togo and the United States all sent at least one repre- sentative to the final planning event. United Accord will conclude with a regional leaders seminar. The RLS pro- vides an opportunity for land force chiefs from West Africa to sit in a closed-door, off-the-record environment and candid- ly discuss challenges and threats facing their countries. The chiefs will also dis- Major Garrett Barr, operations officer, 36th Engineer Brigade (center), visits the Ghana Armed Forces’ Bundase Training Center cuss lessons learned, ultimately agreeing during United Accord 2018’s final planning event in Accra, Ghana, to pinpoint needs for the structural projects scheduled in June. on solutions and tangible ways forward to accomplish mutual goals. every sustainment and mission require- we are doing things right, if we are de- Story and photo “Anyone who’s worked in an interna- ment necessary for U.S. Army Africa’s signing the right exercise, and, most im- tional environment knows it’s easier to by Capt. James Sheehan largest combined, joint exercise of the portant, what are we not doing that we US Army Africa Public Affairs Office move the ball forward if (distinguished year. Co-hosted by the Ghana Armed should be?” visitors) have made some personal ties,” Forces, United Accord will include four The 60-person planning team broke said Gary Myers, USARAF's regional ACCRA, Ghana — Fourteen African major components: a computer-pro- into two sections. The command post leader seminar planner for United Ac- partner countries, three western allies grammed exercise, field training exer- exercise section walked through the 16- cord, in reference to the importance of and United States Army representatives cise, jungle warfare school and medical day scenario, working on providing max- social events and dinners during the ex- met April 30–May 4 at the Kofi Annan readiness training exercise. imum training value for each participant. ercise. International Peace Keeping Training “What are we missing?” asked Lt. Col. The field exercise, medical readiness ex- On the last day of the weeklong plan- Center to round out the 2018 United Ac- Justin Sisak, USARAF exercise planner, ercise and joint weapons teams focused ning event, participants traveled back to cord exercise plan. during his in-brief to the combined plan- on food, water, fuel, ammunition and their home duty stations to relay perti- The combined planning team reviewed ning team. “We need to ask ourselves if placing every one of the more than 600 nent information to their respective units. 173rd paratroopers take flight during joint exercise

sioned officers and young leadership Story and photo come in – keeping everybody together by Staff Sgt. Shaiyla B. Hakeem and where they are supposed to be, gain- 354th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment ing accountability and perimeter security before we move out,” Smith added. HOHENFELS, Germany — Con- This mission, in connection with the cealed by the blackness of night, U.S. overall mission of JWA 18, is the Army Army paratroopers took flight – out of Chief of Staff’s capstone event, provid- sight — with a goal to seize, secure and ing a venue to achieve training read- protect. iness, future force development and The 173rd Airborne Brigade partici- interoperability with NATO allies in a pated in Joint Warfighting Assessment resource-constrained environment. (JWA) 18 from April 20 to May 9 in Medical specialist Pfc. Jean Padro par- Germany. The assessment enabled use ticipated in the air assault. He explained of realistic live, virtual and constructive that when exiting a bird there is a lot of vignettes for training and assessment of down-pressure, and all Soldiers can hear concepts, capabilities and structures. are the rotors. The brigade was tasked with the scenar- Despite the challenge, he said he has io to conduct joint forcible entry to seize become accustomed to moving casual- the “island” of Hohenfels and defeat an ties under these strenuous acoustic con- anti-access/area denial exclusion zone, ditions. also known as a “bubble,” that was pre- Pfc. Jean Padro, medical specialist, camouflages his face in preparation for a night “Either you lose your voice or the flight venting the larger coalition force from air assault with 173rd Airborne Brigade in Hohenfels, Germany, April 23. The assault, medic can’t hear you,” said Padro. projecting combat power. part of the Joint Warfighting Assessment 2018, was the initiation of a training mission Following the air assault, the paratroop- In support of the overall mission, 1st to last from 72 to 96 hours. ers moved to a designated point where Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment most demanding challenge is the ability duced communication capabilities. they mounted a simulated Ground Mo- (Abn.) was tasked to conduct an air as- to deter or defeat the threat posed by na- “An air assault inherently is a risky bility Vehicle 1.1 (GMV), a tactical con- sault onto multiple airfields to clear en- tion states. mission,” said Smith. cept being tested during JWA. The GMV emy forces, secure the perimeter, and According to Smith, the paratroopers The JWA helps train Soldiers for future is a lightweight, all-terrain, high-mobility prepare the runway for the rest of the bat- were externally evaluated on four mis- battles that will be more deadly and com- Special Forces vehicle that can be trans- talion to land safely. sion-essential tasks including air assault, plex, where enemies will likely challenge ported via C-17 Globemaster III heavy U.S. Army Maj. Andrew Smith, serv- attack, area security and movement to U.S. forces in all domains, requiring op- lift aircrafts, CH-47 “Chinook” helicop- ing as senior observer coach, paid close contact. Working in evening hours pre- erating under degraded communication ters and C-130 Hercules. attention to how the battalion operated. sented several advantages and challenges conditions. According to Smith, while Specialist Federico Gonzalez, team Smith, who will be the incoming battal- for the paratroopers. He said they prefer brigade elements devote significant time leader for Legion Company, said air as- ion commander, explained that his bri- to operate in the evening because it pro- to mitigating safety risks, safety falls on saults can be intense. After the one-min- gade’s mission statement entails being vides additional cover and concealment, the troops who have boots on the ground ute warning call, everybody unbuckles able to conduct joint forcible entry with- but it also makes the mission more dan- during the actual mission. their seatbelts, the doors fly open, and it’s in 18 hours of notification. The Army’s gerous because of low visibility and re- “That’s where our junior noncommis- “game on” from there, he said.

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3 Outlook May 18, 2018 Health & Wellness TRICARE health encourages feedback from beneficiaries VICENZA — Are you or another TRICARE beneficiary getting care with a TRI- CARE network provider off post? Did you know the TRICARE Overseas Program has an official grievance process? (It can be used for compliments, too.) Patient participation in this process ensures TRICARE gains valuable feedback re- garding services provided in the overseas community. Grievances may include topics such as quality of health care or services, behavior of providers, performance of care and patient safety concerns. Complaints and grievances can be filed by anyone, including a patient, family mem- ber, unit member, support staff or provider by email to TOPGlobalQualityAssu@in- ternationalsos.com. Patients may also submit a grievance by phone at +44 20-8762-8384 option 1 or option 4. Remember to include contact information, including beneficiary name, address and telephone number, the individual or institutional provider’s contact information, bene- ficiary’s date of birth and a full description of the issue or concern, including date and times of the event(s). Military spouse appreciation The TRICARE area office works to resolve grievances within 60 days of receipt, according to the TRICARE Overseas Program website. More information about the CASERMA EDERLE — A cake cutting for Military Spouse Appreciation grievance process is available at http://www.tricare-overseas.com/beneficiaries/re- took place May 11 at the Vicenza Post Exchange to recognize sources/compliments-grievances-and-appeals. commitment and sacrifices of all military spouses. Vicenza Military Because the United States Army Health Center-Vicenza team cares about patients Community members gathered at the facility to enjoy the event. In and wants to help facilitate an expedited response, it is important to keep them in the the picture: Robert Maestas (center), AAFES operations manager, loop on a grievance or compliment by sending a copy of your submission to usarmy. and AAFES employees and military spouses Nelly Alvarado (left) and [email protected]. Maribel Ramos prepare to cut the cake. Anyone who needs assistance with completing the grievance process form, please see the health center patient advocate, Tamara Passut. Her office is located on the 2nd (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) floor, Room 1C11 of the health center, or call DSN 636-9508. comm. 0444-61-9508. Parent & Child Maturity level, digital citizenship are key when deciding time for smartphone cy settings in the phone, and in any app By Mieke VanderBorght Contributor your child downloads. Deciding to wait? VICENZA — Just 11 years ago we didn't After thinking about it, you've decided even know what they were, but now we it's just not the right time. First, rest as- hang on to them as though our lives de- sured that, despite what your child says, pended on it. Those mini pocket-sized you are not the only family who has not computers, a.k.a. smartphones, are ubiq- handed out smartphones. uitous by now, and your children are beg- Then, do be aware that if your child has ging you for one of their own. many friends who do have smartphones, You may feel a bit hesitant about hand- it can certainly feel like they're being left ing over such a powerful, and expensive, out of the loop. device to your dear not-so-little-anymore Help your child find other ways to stay little ones. connected to friends. Host a group at your house, orchestrate a movie night, or What to consider provide access to a phone for chatting. First, it's worth reflecting on what your Seek out communities and strengthen child needs a phone for. If he or she sim- friendships with families that have simi- ply needs a phone to keep in touch with lar smartphone rules so your children see you after school, consider an "old fash- that they're not the only ones without ac- ioned" phone. You know, the ones that are cess to their own smartphone. just for calling and simple text messages. Importantly though, be aware that just Or, there are some "starter" smartphones because your child doesn't own a smart- on the market that limit what children can phone doesn't mean that he or she isn't do with them. But if your child is after using the internet or social media. Chil- the whole shebang, you won't be able to Facebook and Instagram posts, and the sive, as are the plans that keep them dren can access many of the same content online discussions. Can your child han- connected. Who's going to pay for it all? avoid thinking about the real deal. through computer and tablets. So don't dle that? Would he or she know how and And is your child responsible and careful Unfortunately, it's hard to pinpoint the slack on teaching your children about "right" age when parents should give when to step away? enough to keep track of that expensive Having a smartphone also means hav- device without losing or damaging it? responsible and appropriate behavior for their children a smartphone. Rather, each the digital world. family needs to consider all aspects in- ing constant access to a screen, so screen time is no longer limited to sitting down Taking the plunge? Finally, either way, remember that chil- volved and make an informed decision dren learn so much more by watching that's right for each individual child. with larger devices. Think about your Okay, so you've considered it all and de- family's screen time rules and consider cided your child is ready. Now it's time what you do than by listening to what The biggest smartphone readiness in- you say. Whether you decide to give your dicator parents should look for is their whether introducing a smartphone will for you to set the stage for success. throw things off balance. Make sure you set clear rules and guide- child a smartphone or not, let them see child's maturity level. Think about all the you using your smartphone the way you'd things your child will now have access to. lines ahead of time, including for such like them to use theirs, whenever it is that With the internet, children can see, hear Make the rules concerns as where the phone will stay they get one. and read anything and everything — and Thoughtful parents will also want to at- at night (hint: the best place is out of the with a smartphone they can do it at any tach a set of rules and guidelines to any child's bedroom). See below for additional resources: time, on their own, without supervision. smartphone they give their children. Is You may even want to write up and sign https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/ Is your child ready for that? your child mature and responsible enough a smartphone "contract" to outline your uk/18/02/when-give-your-child-smart- Then, of course, there's social media. to abide by those rules? What about the expectations for how and when your child phone Right around the age parents are probably school's rules? Does your child's school will use the phone. If your child violates thinking about when to get their child a have usage guidelines and can your child any part of the contract, the smart phone https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ smartphone just happens to also be when follow them? Has your child learned gets taken away for a period of time. cell-phone-parenting children become so much more involved about responsible media use and is he or This is also a good time for you to re- in their peer group and social circle than she ready to put that knowledge to the view privacy concerns. Review what test? kinds of information are appropriate to (VanderBorght is a Child Development Specialist/ they ever were before. Children with their Media Educator and Family Advocacy Program own smartphones can constantly be in the Last, but not least, there's a practical share and what isn't. Make sure you and Parent-Child Educator and Emergency Placement thick of all the text message drama, the consideration: smartphones are expen- your child know how to adjust the priva- Coordinator for U.S. Army Garrison Italy.)

4 Outlook May 18, 2018 40 miles, Walking to honor WWII valor of 12 hours Col. Darby, 10th Mountain Division By James E. Brooks U.S. Army Garrison Italy PAO

VICENZA — On April 30, 2008, re- tired U.S. Army Ranger Rick Tscherne went for a walk along the shores of Lake Garda. Forty miles later he stopped in the town of Torbole with an idea. The inspiration for Tscherne’s 40-mile trek was partly a chance to reflect on what happened on the shores of the lake 64 years earlier: the Army’s 10th Mountain Division was chasing the last determined remnants of the German Army in Italy. The three-day battle appeared over on April 30, 1945, a day after a signed armi- stice ended the war in Italy. But without warning, a final German artillery round found its deadly mark and killed Col. William Darby and Sgt. Major John Ev- ans on Torbole’s waterfront. “It was back in 2008 when I really came up with this 40-mile idea. After hearing about all these other walks and marches Rick Tscherne, founder of The Colonel Darby 40-Mile Ranger Challenge, watches the approximate 350 participants, mostly the Army sponsors and supports back in Soldiers, start the challenge in April 30. (U.S. Army photo) the states and seeing it is exactly 40 miles from one end of the lake to the other, I thought there might be interest. I mailed about a half dozen letters along with some maps to all the major unit commanders in Vicenza about my idea, but I never got one single reply back from any of them, not one,” recalled Tscherne. With no apparent interest by Army offi- cials, Tscherne dropped the idea. Then inspiration came from a different direction. With countless articles published about how long walks and hikes are good for troubled souls — and finding himself at odds with his wife and daughter — Tscherne went for that long walk in 2009. “My wife and I weren’t talking to each other. And then one day very early in the morning, I got up and decided to go for a walk along the lake shoreline, feeling sorry for myself. I was not planning on Participants near the 18-mile mark during the annual Col. Darby 40-Mile Ranger walking the entire lake, just a few miles. Challenge. Approximately 350, mostly Soldiers, participated in the challenge April 30. And so I took it a town at a time and tell- Participants must walk or run 40 miles from southern to northern tips of Lake Garda in ing myself, ‘Okay, the next town I’ll turn 12 hours or less. (Photo by James E. Brooks) around and catch a bus ride back home.’ Tscherne poses in front of a vintage Before I knew it, I was in . And Army jeep that marks the finish line of the I put together a committee that I nick- crossing. For the third consecutive year, that's where I decided, ‘Oh what the hell, challenge he conceived in 2008. named ‘the monument men committee’ prizes were awarded to the three fastest may as well go the rest of the way to Tor- (U.S. Army photo) to raise money for a memorial monument finishers. This year, Staff Sgt. Benjamin bole’, and so I did.” to remember 25 Soldiers of 10th Moun- Mansfield, 2nd Bn., 503rd Infantry Reg- Tscherne had a problem when he arrived put them up in my house, drove them to tain Division who drowned on Lake Gar- iment, set a new record of five hours, 55 at Garda’s northern most town. It was late the start point and picked them up at the da April 30, 1945, when their amphib- minutes — beating the previous course and the busses weren’t running. He had finish point. After them, I began exchang- ious craft sank. On April 30, 2016, my record of six hours, 19 minutes set last no way home. ing some emails with a local historian, last time walking it, when the memorial year by Col. Jeff Worthington, command- “I felt good. I burned out all my anger Ben Appleby, who said he found out what monument was unveiled and dedicated to er of 2nd Signal Brigade in Germany. and didn't feel depressed anymore and I was doing and asked if I wanted compa- them there at Torbole,” he said. For those who make it to the finish line went to the bus stop in Torbole to catch a ny the next time I do it. I said ‘sure’ but I This year, more than 350 Soldiers, air- in less than 12 hours, the prize is a Col- ride back home. But I discovered I missed doubted he would come with me the fol- men from nearby Aviano Air Force Base, onel Darby 40-Mile Ranger Challenge the last bus home, and there were no ferry lowing year. But he did and he has been and veterans accepted the challenge and coin and a great sense of accomplish- boats. I tried calling some of my friends doing it ever since, and that's how we be- left Lake Garda’s southernmost town of ment. For those too tired, sore or injured to come pick me up but none of them came friends,” said Tscherne. Peschiera del Garda at 6 a.m. and headed to finish, chartered participant buses, vans were home. I checked my wallet and real- Staff sergeants Ryan Johnson and Adam north to Torbole. It was the challenge’s and fellow Soldiers pick them up for the ized I didn't have enough money for a taxi Fisk from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Airborne largest group, topping last year’s field of hourlong drive back to Vicenza. neither (sic). And so I had no choice but “Recon Platoon,” became the first -ac marchers and runners by 150. Tscherne accomplished everything he to call my wife,” Tscherne said. tive-duty Soldiers to complete the 40-mil- In the group were two returning Soldiers set out to do except for one thing: find- It was during that late-night ride home er in 2012. Appleby, vice president of an who attempted the challenge last year but ing someone to continue organizing the when Tscherne and his wife began talking association focused on the city of Tor- didn’t make it. event. During this year’s post-challenge again and overcame their differences. bole’s history, joined Tscherne in 2013 “After last year, we decided to do it right ceremonies, Tscherne let everyone know “I give credit to my wife and my daugh- and has become the Darby Challenge or- this year. We brought boots and every- he was looking for someone to take over ter, too, for inspiring me to walk these 40 ganizer. He helps Tscherne increase the thing. We decided slow and steady wins the event, preferably a military organiza- miles which I had no intention of ever do- awareness of the annual challenge and the race because last year we tried run- tion. The Challenge has exceeded his ex- ing, but I did,” he said. the story behind it with the local Italian ning and failed,” said Spc. Oscar Salinas pectations. From then on, Tscherne would start off community. in a video blog he posted to You Tube. Appleby is optimistic about the future on a 40-mile walk each April 30. With Tscherne made the trek each year with One other lesson was pointed out as they of the event. each year, he would write to Army lead- more Soldiers joining, thanks to word- passed the 18-mile-mark. They weren’t “Rick confirmed he'll be with us in sup- ers in the area inviting them to bring their of-mouth. But in 2016, Tscherne stopped going to stop and rest. porting and being involved in the Col. Soldiers to join him. He never received walking. His doctor warned the then At 6 p.m., the finish line marked by Darby march until the big 75th anniver- a response. But something happened in 62-year-old of permanent damage to his two restored Army jeeps and a group of sary in 2020. ... We'll have to see how this 2012. legs. More important, he felt the work World War II reenactors closes. In a short transforms. The good news is every year “A pair of 173rd Airborne Ranger NCOs that inspired him years earlier was fin- solemn ceremony, taps are played and it is getting safer with the massive project contacted me in wanting to walk it. I in- ished. church bells ring 25 times for each Soldier to make a cycling path around the lake,” vited them out to the lake for a weekend, “In addition to the Darby Challenge, drowned in the lost amphibious vehicle said Appleby.

5 Outlook May 18, 2018 Noticeable efforts CASERMA EDERLE — Approximately 300 Vicenza Military Community members attended the 2018 Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony May 9 hosted by U.S. Army Garrison Italy Army Community Service at the Golden Lion conference center on Caserma Ederle. Certificates were presented by Col. Erik M. Berdy (right), commander, USAG Italy, and Command Sgt. Maj. Mason L. Bryant (left), garrison command sergeant major. Victoria Orton and Patricia Wilson (pictured), two of the recognized volunteers, received a special frame for their individual contributions of more than 1,000 hours each.

To see more photos of the event, visit the garrison Flickr page at https:// www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/ albums/72157693596896982.

(Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

SCHOOLS documents were in compliance. (Continued from page 1) “Coordinating humanitarian aid ship- ments is more challenging than most excess DOD property and donate that people might imagine. As a project man- equipment to foreign countries in support ager I need to match resources to require- of Department of the State-sponsored hu- ments while managing expectations,” manitarian steady-state projects and con- said Wick. “Dealing with multiple agen- tingency disaster relief mission. In this cies can be frustrating at times. But when instance, excess property from the Darby you see photographs and news stories Military Community entered the HAP- about happy recipients, especially kids, EP inventory for redistribution. who are overjoyed with the items we “Because of the community office con- send, it makes it all worth it in the end.” solidations here, a large part of this mis- The hard work of HAP workers is often sion package included excess equipment rewarded by satisfaction. from Logistics Readiness Center Livor- “I am satisfied of what I do. At the end no, Darby Child Development Center, of the day, I hope that the items we pre- Darby Child and Youth Services, and the pare and ship will make a difference in garrison Livorno MWR program,” said somebody’s life,” said Eleonora Morini, Wick. warehouse operator. “These contributions made this ship- Warehouse operators Simone Bonechi ment possible and will significantly and Daniele Badalassi echoed their improve the quality of education in the co-worker’s feelings. school, as well as enhance the relation- “I am proud to take part in these hu- ship between the people of Albania and manitarian support missions. I hope our the United States.” Maurizio Volpi (left) and Eleonora Morini, warehouse operators, Humanitarian contributions will help those in need,” Assistance Program, finish wrapping school desks May 10 that were shipped to HAP-EP Supply Technician Becky said Bonechi. Albania. Lauersdorf said she hopes the shipment “My heart is filled with joy when I improves the quality of education for see pictures of our shipment at deliv- “After a visit by the U.S. Ambassador “Among the items being donated by some of the children of Albania. ery point, especially if those (receiving to check on the progress of a United Na- Camp Darby through HAP-EP Livorno “The shipment included student and items) are children. I am proud and glad tions school feeding program designed are cafeteria tables, food service equip- teacher desks, classroom shelving, I can be part of HAP-EP here at Camp to provide proper nutrition, the local em- ment, school furniture, teaching supplies, school electronic aids, children’s furni- Darby,” added Badalassi. bassy requested humanitarian assistance and general medical exam equipment,” ture and teacher aids,” said Lauersdorf. The warehouse employees are also to increase the effectiveness of the pro- said Lauersdorf. According to Wick, the mission couldn’t busy with a back-to-back humanitarian gram,” explained Wick. The HAP-EP Armenia shipment is ex- be complete without the support of the aid package of six containers destined to According to Wick, former Darby pected to be completed by the end of 14th Transportation Movement Control reach out and help Tsiatsan and Amberd school furniture will be reutilized to im- May with an approximate delivery date Team. The team drew up contracts and primary and secondary schools located in prove not only their food service program by the end of June. made sure all transportation and customs the small village of Amberd, Armenia. but also their educational curriculum.

POWER by-step procedures. There is an old say- reports of an increasing terrorist threat McCallister was recognized for his out- (Continued from page 1) ing ‘you can't be trading business cards and 173rd Airborne Brigade deployment. standing work in the AAR. in a crisis’. You need to have trust and “This was another strength we saw “He displayed outstanding knowledge training event,” said Sam Barton, exer- working relationships before a crisis hap- during the exercise. The Soldiers came of his duties and responsibilities. He also cise coordinator, U.S. Army Installation pens. This exercise gives everyone great- from tenant commands and they clearly provided outstanding observations and Management Command Europe. er ability to improve the way we work understood their duties and responsi- recommendations to the on-scene lead- During the exercise, the garrison faced together.” bilities for security during the exercise. ers,” said Barton. an attack by terrorists driving cars filled The garrison’s relationship with its host They demonstrated a strong understand- According to Barton, garrisons will with "explosives" at two installations, nation partners was highlighted by the ing of the rules of engagement and use of now only go through full-scale exercises Caserma Del Din and Camp Darby, lo- exercise observers in an after-action re- force,” said Barton. every two years because of the amount of cated hundreds of miles apart. view (AAR) that took place the follow- According to Sgt. Ethan McCallister, work involved preparing for them. First responders had to quickly assess ing day. who is assigned to 173d Brigade Sup- This training cycle allows for further the situation, take care of the injured and “One of the strengths we saw was law port Battalion and led the troop diversion training but also allows USAG Italy gar- dead, and ensure that deployment of the enforcement and host nation coordina- during the exercise, their efforts were all rison personnel to go out and assess other 173rd continued — uninterrupted. tion,” said Barton. “USAG Italy Director part of putting together what they were exercises taking place in other locations. For all of this to happen, the support of Emergency Services has conducted trained to do. The cycle also allows for being better and cooperation of Italian workers, local extensive training and coordination with “Our urban training, what the Army prepared if a real crisis hits. agencies and emergency responders was Italian counterparts in order to establish trains us to do every time we go into “By conducting an exercise like this, required. better relationships and understanding the field, is what made us effective. I we can understand what resources we “Today's exercise is also about strength- of shared responsibilities. I recommend thought the scenario really showed how need to be more ready and prepared. One ening our ability to work together with the garrison continues to capitalize on all U.S.-Italian partnership works. When the thing I hope those involved learned: we our Italian partners when a crisis strikes,” opportunities that coordinate efforts and ‘terrorist attack’ occurred, our job was probably don't have all the equipment said Col. Erik M. Berdy, commander, resources.” to respond quickly and protect the first we'd like to have. This gives us the op- USAG Italy, during the event. “Exercis- During the exercise, a troop diversion responders. We were synched with the portunity to understand what we need es such as Lion Response help us build was ordered to increase the security pos- Italian Carabinieri the entire time,” said and prioritize what will make us more partnership and improve our own step- ture of the garrison because of simulated McCallister. ready,” said Berdy.

6 Outlook May 18, 2018 Signal team earns facility of the year Mosquito spraying

By John Brooks Director, Livorno Network Enterprise Center VICENZA — The U.S. Army Garrison Italy Directorate of Public Works Operations & LIVORNO — Department of Defense Maintenance Division will Information Network (DoDIN) Station spray for mosquitos with ULV Livorno, 509th Signal Battalion, 2nd fogger for the first time this Signal Brigade (US) received the fiscal season. year 2017 Defense Information Systems Spraying will take place May Network (DISN) facility of the year 24 on Villaggio, 9-11 p.m., award for the Category I small transmis- sion facility, April 20. and May 25 on Caserma This is the first year the Livorno station Ederle, 7-11 p.m. has won this category against 13 other Only one treatment will small transmission facilities in the Euro- be done. In the case of pean area of operations. inclement weather, the spray Colonel Andrew McClelland, com- will be postponed until the mander, Defense Information Systems next day. Agency Europe, presented the plaque Community members are to Lt. Col. Michael Reeder, command- The Livorno team, from left: Darrell K. Hill, Frederick M. Carew, Charles E. Simpson, asked to not walk on the er, 509th Sig. Bn., whose leadership and Roy M. Carrara and John H. Brooks. streets unless absolutely dedication were paramount to 509th re- necessary for about an hour ceiving the award. Army Field Support Bn.-Africa; 66th vilian personnel present for all of their after the treatment to give the DoDIN Station Livorno personnel pro- Military Intelligence; 839th Transporta- hard work and dedication, and reminded spray time to dissipate. vide mission support for critical com- tion Bn., and all other tenant organiza- everyone how significant receiving this Anyone with questions mand, control, communications, com- tions located on Camp Darby and Leg- award is. In 2016, DoDIN Station Livor- should call DSN 634-8888. puters and information management horn Army Depot. no was selected as runner-up facility of services for U.S. Army Garrison Italy, McClelland thanked military and ci- the year for Category I. Army encourages civilian employees to take survey The Federal Employee Viewpoint available to all appropriated fund Depart- Survey (FEVS) is an annual govern- ment of the Army civilians who meet the ment-wide survey that measures federal eligibility requirements identified below. employees' perceptions regarding critical •Window: now through June 12 work-life areas that drive employee satis- •Eligibility: Full-time or part-time, faction, engagement and retention in the permanent, non-seasonal employees on- workforce. board with the Army as of October 2017 Survey results provide valuable insight •Survey population: All civilians who for senior leaders into strengths and chal- meet the above eligibility requirements lenges of the Army in ensuring it has an will receive an invitation to complete the effective civilian workforce. FEVS. The 2017 FEVS results demonstrated: •Survey invitation: The survey link •only about 1/3 of those surveyed re- with start with the URL https://feedback. sponded to the FEVS, and opm.gov. •those who did respond continue to •Email address: [email protected] have a low belief that their responses will •Email subject line: The subject line make a difference. will read "The Federal Employee View- To continue to increase engagement point Survey: Empowering Employees. and communication across the Army, Inspiring Change." employees are strongly encouraged to •Confidentiality: The Office of Person- participate in this year’s survey. nel and Management does not provide Responses from the 2017 FEVS helped Army with individual responses. Results guide the Army in developing more tai- are reported in aggregate form. lored programs and initiatives includ- •Length: Approximately 20-25 minutes ing: fully implementing the Emerging to complete Enterprise Leader program; delivering •FEVS pilot: In addition to the tradi- supervisor-and executive-level engage- tional FEVS, OPM is testing a new ver- ment events; sharing engagement best sion of the survey. practices via the Employee Engagement Once an employee completes the Council; and implementing the pilot for FEVS, he or she will be given an option the Supervisor Enrichment and Develop- to take the new version. Completing the ment Program. test version of the FEVS is not required Additional information on both em- to have your traditional FEVS consid- ployee engagement and FEVS can be ered complete. found in the infographic and poster at the Participation in testing is optional and right. will not impact Army's FEVS results. Below is information about the 2018 Watch the FEVS video at https://www. FEVS. The Army aims to achieve a 50 dvidshub.net/video/593816/fevs. percent participation rate so the survey is

AAFES, commissary collaborate to promote healthy lifestyle Need VICENZA — To continue to support troop readiness The Healthy Lifestyle Festival is part of a larger Italy and wellness, the Italy Exchange and commissary are Exchange BE FIT program that encourages everyone to assistance? giving Soldiers, airmen and their make better-for-you choices to remain ready families something to celebrate with and resilient. Don’t know whom a Healthy Lifestyle Festival that “The Healthy Lifestyle Festival is a great takes place at the Vicenza Exchange example of making those BE FIT choic- to call? June 1-2. es that will improve the quality of life for The annual festival features health our Soldiers, airmen and their families,” and wellness activities, and shoppers said Exchange General Manager Susana Call the will be able to save on items such Sobrino. “We are honored to be a resource Chaplain Hotline. as clothes, supplements, exercise that helps our military community develop equipment and more. healthy habits.” DSN 637-2273 (CARE), The festival will also highlight healthy living tips and For more information on the festival, contact the Italy comm. 0444-66-2273 pet products. Exchange.

7 Outlook May 18, 2018 Are we there yet?

Liverpool, England, is a northern city that sits on the River Mersey in the county of Lancashire. The city was a key trade port from the 18th to 20th centuries, as it lies just a few miles from the Irish Sea. The docklands and some areas in the historic city center were designated as a combined UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004. Visit Liverpool Maritime city, home to The Beatles

Story and photos by Karin J. Martinez Outlook Editor

LIVERPOOL, England — hen you live in Europe, a long weekend can find you in any number of- fabu lous locales. From Venice, you can be in Paris in about an hour, Barcelona in two,W and Dublin in less than three. Consider Liverpool, England. The Empress Public House, near Ringo Starr's Liverpool may have never been on your “To Go” list, childhood home in Liverpool, England. The pub was featured on Starr's 1970 album cover, Sentimental but if you want to explore the United Kingdom outside Journey. of London, eat some fish ‘n’ chips, and see where the Fab Four grew up, it just may be perfect for your next surprisingly cultural cuisines that include Indian, Thai, weekend getaway. Turkish and more. The excitement starts when you see the yellow subma- The Beatles sculpture on Pier Head, Liverpool, England. Near the train station is Walker Art Gallery. Although rine at the John Lennon Airport. The city is where John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George it doesn’t have “big name” works of art, the gallery is ome to The Beatles and proud of it, this maritime Harrison and Ringo Starr formed the band in 1960. free and is a pleasant way to spend an hour or more. Hcity in northwest England has John, Paul, George There is a sculpture gallery, and a painting gallery that and Ringo and a whole lot more to offer a traveler. Ar- hour, narrated bus ride (with photo stops) that took us to includes the famed portrait of Queen Elizabeth I by rive, get settled, and then head out to explore the U.K.’s places such as Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields, and the Nicholas Hilliard and a Rembrandt self-portrait. fifth largest city on the River Mersey. boyhood homes of the band members. The coolest part: he city also boasts two cathedrals, and they could The Albert Dock area on the river boasts many of the we ended up at the Cavern Club on Mathew Street for a Tnot be more different in style. Connected by a city’s attractions; if you can find a place to stay nearby, pint. For those unfamiliar with it, the club was the rock 10-minute walk, one on each end of Hope Street, you’ll it’s an excellent starting point. and roll scene in Liverpool in the 1960s, and the Fab find the Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral and Anglican In that area, visitors will find The Beatles Story, Mer- Four played there close to 300 times. Liverpool Cathedral. seyside Maritime Museum and International Slavery The riverside area of Liverpool also includes Pier The Metropolitan is a modern building and is free to Museum, and contemporary art haven, the Tate Gallery. Head, just north of Albert Dock. There, visitors will find enter/donations accepted. There is also a large crypt, For a weekend visit, select two or three — you may not the Museum of Liverpool (free entrance) and the Three Lutyens Crypt, which contains a chapel and tombs have time for everything. Graces: the Royal Liver Building, Cunard Building and of three archbishops, a treasury and an exhibit of the Whether or not you’re a fan, Liverpool is home to Port of Liverpool Building. Be on the lookout on the church construction. The Anglican cathedral is the larg- English rock band The Beatles, who formed there in riverwalk for the bronze Beatles sculpture and Liver est cathedral in Great Britain and is free, but with a 1960. Embrace your inner rock ‘n’ roller by starting off Bird on top of the Liver Building! suggested £3 donation. Liverpudlians like to tell you — with a visit to The Beatles Story, a small but well done loser to city center, in the Cavern Quarter and and it’s true — that they have the world’s only Catholic museum. Stroll through and meet John, Paul, George Cheading towards Lime Street train station, there church designed by a Protestant and the only Protestant and Ringo as boys, through the years making music at are many stores for souvenirs or regular shopping (in- church designed by a Catholic. the Casbah Coffee Club, and to the rise of Beatlemania. cluding Liverpool One, a large mall in the middle of the There is a lot more to see and do in Liverpool than Walk through a yellow submarine and finish out the vis- city), and lots of places to eat. A note on food: You may described here. Learn more and plan your trip at it at the Fab Four Store for a souvenir to take home. want to try scouse, a traditional Liverpool stew made of www.visitliverpool.com. If you time it just right, you eparate from the museum, but a fabulous addition lamb or beef. The people of Liverpool are nicknamed can be in town for July’s International Music Festival Sto your day, is a Beatles bus tour. “Scousers” after the local stew that was commonly eat- (July 21-22) or International Beatleweek, a seven-day There are a couple of choices; my group selected the en by sailors in Northern Europe and brought to the area non-stop Beatles festival, Aug. 22-28. Magical Mystery Big Bus Tour, which met just outside by Norwegian immigrants. Don’t Let Me Down, visit Liverpool soon. Make sure The Beatles Story. We donned our John Lennon “Imag- If stew doesn’t tickle your fancy, there is a variety of to post your photo on the USAG Italy Facebook page, ine” glasses in various colors and hopped on the two- seafood to try as well as sandwiches, burgers and other www.facebook.com/VMCitaly. Or tag us: #VMCItaly.

STRONG During the challenge, Soldiers participated in numer- next competition. Those interested should contact Vicen- (Continued from page 1) ous MWR programs, earning points based on the team’s za BOSS president, Spc. Patricia Samples. The BOSS performance. BOSS Strong highlights a new approach office is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; phone is competition unlike any other across the Army. It gets to fitness that also allows recovery time and teaches life DSN 634-2712, comm. 0444-71-2712. The competition after the triad of physiological, eating habits and healthy skills, promoting healthy and more active lives. will air one at a time on a weekly basis, for eight weeks, lifestyles of Soldiers, and the comprehensive Soldier fit- According to Department of the Army BOSS Repre- on the Defense Television website and application, and ness aspects,” said Dennison. sentative Staff Sgt. James Turner, “Soldiers learn lev- the Family MWR YouTube page. The links are https:// The goal of the competition, planned to take place ev- els of fitness that go beyond the normal Army physical defensetv.com/#/video:586751/news-stream and http:// ery other year, is to increase Soldier awareness of the readiness training. They are shown fitness that can be www.youtube.com/user/FamilyMWR/videos. most modern ways to increase functional fitness, and to used in real-world combat situations where running, sit- BOSS is an Army program designed to increase expo- highlight Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs and ups and pushups don’t necessarily meet the standard.” sure to educational, social, recreational, and artistic ac- facilities available on Army installations for Soldiers to Turner, also at the event here, told Soldiers in atten- tivities by single and unaccompanied military members use in their personal workout programs. dance that applications are now being accepted for the at Army garrisons around the world.

8 Outlook May 18, 2018 News briefs

MPS hours change more information should stop by the To better serve their customers, the Claims Office in Building 166 on United States Army Garrison Italy Caserma Ederle, DSN 634-8831/32, Military Personnel Services section comm. 0444-61-8831/32. in Building 28 on Caserma Ederle has modified its walk-in hours to 1-4 p.m. Tax center is still open Monday through Friday only. This The Vicenza Tax Center is still open change will enable the MPS to more and assisting taxpayers. Anyone who effectively manage the increase in has not yet filed an income tax return personnel actions during the peak PCS for tax year 2017 and does not owe (permanent change of station) season. taxes to their state revenue department As a reminder, Soldiers should work or the IRS, is eligible to take advantage through their S1s for reassignment of the overseas extended filing deadline. orders, personnel actions, etc. Anyone That deadline is June 15 without fees or with questions or concerns should call penalties. 0444-61-7467, 7468, 7469 or 7490. Whether you still need to file this year's return, want to file a prior year Financial training series return, are in need of assistance with Army Community Service offers a submitting an amended return, or series of training opportunities. The just have a tax question, the center is upcoming schedule is as follows: happy to help. Stop by Building 166 on May 22, 7 Steps to Financial Caserma Ederle before June 15 during Independence, 1 p.m. the following business hours: May 29, Thrift Savings Plan/Blended Tuesday and Thursday Retirement System, 3 p.m. Walk-ins accepted 8:30 a.m. to noon June 5, Savings and Investing, 1 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday June 12, Home Buying, 3 p.m. By appointment only June 19, 7 Steps to Financial Independence, 1 p.m. Warrant Officer Cohort 'Sound the Alarm' June 26, TSP/BRS, 3 p.m. 100th anniversary All classes take place in ACS Building All warrant officers, officers, enlisted CASERMA EDERLE — The American Red Cross – Vicenza partnered 108 on Caserma Ederle. For confirmed and Vicenza Military Community with U.S. Army Garrison Italy Fire and Emergency Services at a seat, please RSVP. Walk-ins are (active, retired and family members) are "Sound the Alarm" event May 11 in front of the Caserma Ederle Post welcome on space-available basis. Call invited to participate in a fun run/walk Exchange. "Sound the Alarm" is an annual awareness campaign DSN 634-7942, cell 348-228-3096, or in celebration of the U.S. Army Warrant that promotes home fire safety and smoke alarm installation. The fire email [email protected]. Officer Cohort 100th anniversary. The department provided smoke alarms, while the ARC had an interactive run/walk will take place 6 a.m., July game where community members learned about the dangers of home Sponsorship Rodeo 9, and will include information on the fires. Pictured: Yvonne Danna (in red), ARC volunteer, talks to Melissa The Total Army Sponsorship Program history of warrant officers in the U.S. Cross and daughter Rose, 21 months, at the event. of U.S. Army Garrison Italy will Army, guest speakers, cake-cutting, (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) conduct a Sponsorship Rodeo May 23, music and more. Join the event at 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Sigholtz Center Hoekstra Field on Caserma Ederle. on Caserma Del Din. The rodeo is taking place to ensure sponsors have OU on Ederle the knowledge and tools necessary to The University of Oklahoma is in At the movies provide effective sponsorship within Vicenza. An OU representative will be their units/organizations. available every Wednesday from 2:30- 5:30 p.m. in the Ederle Education Center, Teen workshop Building 126. OU offers three graduate Vicenza Family and MWR offers an programs: Master of Human Relations, Interviewing Skills & Résumè Writing Master of International Relations, and workshop May 24, 2-4 p.m. for all Master of Education. Additionally, the interested teens in grades 9 through Human Relations program offers two 12. The workshop will be presented by graduate certificates: Human Relations Army Community Service. For more Diversity and Development, and information, call 0444-71-7659. Helping Skills in Human Relations. Stop by the education center or send an VFW news email to [email protected] for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8862 more information about the programs. will conduct the Memorial Day Buddy Book Club (Rated PG-13) Poppy Drive May 25-26 in front of the Transition workshops for Soldiers Diane is recently widowed after 40 years of marriage, Vivian enjoys her men Post Exchange. Post members will also The Vicenza Soldier for Life- with no strings attached, Sharon is still working through her decades-old give away free copies of the Weekend Transition Assistance Program offers a divorce, and Carol's marriage is in a slump after 35 years. The lives of these Edition of the Stars and Stripes. variety of workshops for Soldiers. All four lifelong friends are turned upside down after reading the infamous "50 workshops require a reservation. Shades of Grey," catapulting them into a serious of outrageous life choices. Reminder from Claims Office The upcoming schedule is as follows: Have you recently PCS'd or preparing Boots to Business, July 26-27, 8:30 May 18 7 p.m. Book Club (PG-13) to make a permanent change of station? a.m.-4:30 p.m. 10 p.m. Deadpool 2 (R) Doing the right thing at the right time 10 Steps to a Federal Job, June 25, May 19 3 p.m. Deadpool 2 (R) can help ensure any loss or damage to July 23, Aug. 28 and Sept. 20, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Avengers: Infinity War (PG-13) your household goods is covered. noon Personnel have 75 days from the date Career Technical Training, Aug. 15- May 20 3 p.m. Book Club (PG-13) they receive the HHG shipment to file 16, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 6 p.m. Deadpool 2 (R) a notice of loss and damage, noting an The Career Technical Training May 23 7 p.m. Deadpool 2 (R) intent to file a claim. Claimants then workshop is for those considering a have nine months from the receipt date technical career. It will provide guidance May 24 7 p.m. Deadpool 2 (R) of the HHG shipment to file an itemized and assistance in defining career goals, May 25 6 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story in 3D (PG-13) claim with DPS in order to receive identifying required credentials, locating 10 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) Full Replacement Value for missing or training opportunities and identifying damaged items. Claims filed after nine resources. For more information stop May 26 2 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) months but within two years qualify for by SFL-TAP, Building 126, on Caserma 6 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) limited compensation. Ederle. May 27 2 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) Any filing after two years could result in the denial of the entire claim. File Financial counselor at ACS 6 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) notice of loss and damage and claim Personal financial counselor services May 30 7 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) directly with the Transportation Service are available at Army Community May 31 7 p.m. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) Provider (TSP) on Move.mil. Service Service on Caserma Ederle through members aren't the only ones with July 5. Soldiers, family members and Admission deadlines: the TSP is required to act on Department of the Army civilians may 3D first run: Adult $8.50/Under 12 $5.75 schedule an appointment by calling 3D second run: Adult $8/Under 12 $5.50 claims within 60 days, either paying, First run: Adult $6.50/Under 12, $3.75; Second run: Adult $6/Under 12 $3.50 denying or offering a counter-claim. DSN 634-7942, comm. 348-228-3096. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Anyone with questions or needing Or email [email protected].

9 Outlook May 18, 2018 Out & About by Anna Terracino, VMC Public Affairs Office

Republic Day June 2 is La Festa della Repubblica (Republic Day), Noa (Photo by Cesare Greselin) which marks the day in 1946 when Italy voted in a referendum to abolish the monarchy and become a republic. Schools and most stores will be closed.

VENETO & NEARBY

Antica Fiera di Primavera/Spring Festival Through May 20, Camisano Vicentino, about 11 miles east of Vicenza. Nightly food booths in Piazza della Costituzione feature local specialties; carnival rides in Piazza del Vicariato Civile and Piazza della Costituzione; vintage vehicles exhibit in Piazza Pio X and Piazza Umberto I. Beginning at 9 p.m., live Festival of Indigenous and Tribal Groups country music and dancing. May 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., workshops for children and float parades; May 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. local products and Festival dei Popoli Indigeni – Lo spirito del Pianeta craft exhibit and sale; 9 p.m. talent show. International Festival of Indigenous and Tribal Groups Campionaria/International Fair May 25-June 10, Chiuduno (Bergamo), Fair Center, Through May 20, open 10 a.m.-midnight on Via Martiri della Libertà. Traditional songs and weekends, 4 p.m.-midnight on weekdays, Padova, dances; ethnic items exhibit and sale; workshops and Via N. Tommaseo 59, about 24 miles southeast of conferences. Free entrance. Vicenza. More than 1, 000 vendors featuring items for home, vacations, hobbies, sports, cars, motorcycles, Festa dea Siaresa/Cherry Festival patio furniture, fitness and camping equipment. Horse May 25-27 and May 31-June 3, from 6:30 p.m., and dog shows, entertainment and live music. Free Castegnero (Vicenza), about 9 miles south of Vicenza. entrance. Local cherry exhibit and sale; food booths; May 27 open at 9 a.m. and June 3, starts at noon. Live music Sagra dei Bisi/Pea Fair starts at 9 p.m. May 18-21, Lumignano (Longare). Food booths featuring a variety of dishes made with peas and other Notte Rossa/Red Night local specialties open at 7 p.m. and, on Sundays at May 26, starting at 8 p.m., Marostica, Piazza Castello artistic figure with fine golden sand. Free entrance. 12:30 p.m.; May 19, 3-10 p.m., and May 20, 10 a.m.-10 and nearby streets, about 18 miles north of Vicenza. p.m., rock climbing demonstrations. Live music starts Food booths, exhibit and sale of local cherries; Egitto. Dei, faraoni e Uomini at 9 p.m. entertainment with music and jugglers. Free event. Egypt. God, Pharaohs and Men Sagra di Bertesinella/Bertesinella Fair Mezza maratona al chiaro di luna Through Sept. 18, Fridays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Jesolo, Via Aquileia 123. This exhibit offers a display May 18-21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Vicenza, Bertesinella Moonlight Half Marathon of Egyptian artifacts coming from the most important Church, Via Montegallo 2. Food booths featuring May 26, Jesolo; this 21 km half marathon starts from collections of Italian and foreign museums. Visitors local specialties and wine open daily at 7 p.m.; carnival Via Danimarca. For details and registration fees, visit not only have a chance to see, know, and analyze the rides; live country, rock and folk music. Dances start http://www.moonlighthalfmarathon.it/it/moonlight- Egyptian world, they can also feel it, thanks to many at 9 p.m. half-marathon. interactive exhibits. Entrance fee: €16; reduced: €12 Camisano in Fiaba/Fairyland in Camisano Festa della Ciliegia/Cherry Festival (senior citizens older than 65; students and people with disabilities); €8 (children aged 6-12); free for children May 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Camisano Vicentino. Fairy May 27, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Marostica, Piazza Castello. younger than 6. Tickets include audio guide. characters, creative workshops for children and games;. Exhibit and sale of cherries and other local products; Free entry. In case of inclement weather, the event will starting at 4 p.m., entertainment and parade with La Partita a Scacchi a personaggi viventi be postponed to May 26. historical costumes. This festival is connected to the Live Chess Game chess game with living characters by an old myth, Giorni di Rose/Roses Days Sept. 7-9, in Marostica, Piazza degli Scacchi, about according to which the local cherries were planted at 18 miles north of Vicenza. Grand opening Sept. 7 at 9 May 19-20, from 10:30 a.m., Cervarese S. Croce the request of the mayor Taddeo Parisio, during the p.m., Sept. 8-9, 9 p.m. This chess match commemorates (Padova), Via Campanella 3, about 11 miles southeast long-awaited wedding of Lionora’s daughter. Bounce the historic chess match of 1454. The game is a re- of Vicenza. At 4:30 p.m., visit the botanical rose garden; houses and entertainment for children. enactment of the match that Lord Taddeo Parisio held food booths featuring local specialties. Free entrance. La Galopera to determine the marriage of this daughter. Purchase Festa Medievale del Vino Bianco Non Competitive 4, 5.5, 7.5, 12, and 20 km walk your ticket well in advance online at http://www. marosticascacchi.it/it/partitaascacchi/ticket.html#1. White Wine Medieval Festival May 27, Vicenza; the walk departs from the Maddalene May 19-20, Soave, about 23 miles west of Vicenza. Starts Sports Center, Strada Maddalene 49/A. Registration at 7 p.m. May 19; food booths feature local products from 8 to 9:30 a.m.; the €2.50 entry fee includes medical and local white wine; medieval entertainment; live coverage, bib number and refreshments. MARKETS music starts at 9:30 p.m.; May 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., antique market and exhibit and free tasting of local food and STREEAT® Food Truck Festival wines; re-enactment of typical of medieval life with June 1-3, 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Bassano del Grappa, Parco : May 19, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Piazza S. Zeno (about 100 craftsmen, artists, musicians, flag-flyers, stilt walkers, Santa Caterina. The best Italian food trucks offer a vendors) jesters, fire eaters and knights; historical parade. Live Abano Terme (Padova): May 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza great variety of specialties, beer and wines from all over Caduti 1 (about 80 vendors) music and dancing beginning at 9 p.m. Italy. Free entrance. Bassano del Grappa (Vicenza): May 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Terraglio Asiago da Fiaba/Fairytale time in Asiago Fuori Mercato Cittadella (Padova): May 20, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., downtown May 19-20 and May 26-27, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Asiago. Live Vintage, Crafts and Creative squares and streets (about 100 vendors) the magic fairytale atmosphere in the main squares Recycling Exhibit and Sale Este (Padova): May 20, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Maggiore and and streets in Asiago. Workshops for children; shows June 2-3, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Vicenza, Piazza delle Erbe. Via Matteotti (about 60 vendors) and games. Godega di Sant’Urbano (Treviso): May 20, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 Frida Kahlo – Oltre il mito p.m., Via Roma (about 250 vendors) Magnacurta/Food and Wine Walking Tour Frida Kahlo – Beyond the myth Montagnana (Padova): May 20, 8 a.m. to sunset, Piazza May 20, Ponte di Barbarano (Barbarano Vicentino), Through June 3, Milan, MUDEC, Museo delle Culture, Maggiore 150 (about 60 vendors) about 13 miles south of Vicenza. Registration starts at Padova: May 20, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., in Prato della Valle and Via Via Tortona 56. A full exhibition dedicated to Frida Umberto I (about 180 vendors) 8 a.m. from Piazza Breganzato; departure at 9:15 a.m. Kahlo, from the beginning of her career until the latest Soave (Verona): May 20, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Antonio This year, regional specialties at each stop; registration steps of her artistic production. The works on display Marogna and Corso Vittorio Emanuele (about 110 vendors) fee: €12; €5 for children younger than 14; free for are divided into five sections: politics, women, violence, Cerea (Verona): May 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Via Farfusola 6 children younger than 4. The Magnacurta prize will be nature and death. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and (about 150 vendors) awarded to the participant who eats the most during Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Thursday and Saturday Dolo (Venice): May 27, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., in Piazza Cantiere the event; participants will be weighed at the beginning 9:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Entrance fee; €13; reduced €11. (about 80 vendors) and at the end of the walk. Prizes also to youngest Piazzola sul Brenta (Padova): May 27, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., in Via participant and largest group. Free bounce houses for Sculture di Sabbia/Sand Sculpture Festival Camerini (about 700 vendors) children; live music starts at 11:30 a.m. June 2-Sept. 9, Jesolo, Piazza Brescia. This year’s theme Spresiano (Treviso): May 27, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., in Piazza is "Sand Raptors"; international artists take part in this Luciano Rigo (about 100 vendors) Treviso: May 27, 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Borgo Cavour (about special event, competing in shaping every kind of 80 vendors)

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TUSCANY CONCERTS/SPORTS

Prato a Tutta Birra/Beer and Music Festival The Vamps – May 22 Milan Through May 20, 7-11:55 p.m., Prato, Piazza del Noa – May 31 Verona Mercato Nuovo. Food booths, craft beers, local Patti Smith – June 9 Venice; June 10 Rome product exhibit and sale, and live music every night. The Script – June 10 Assago; June 11 Padova Gun ‘N’ Roses – June 15 Florence Free entrance. Iron Maiden – June 16 Florence; July 9 Milan; July 17 Trieste The Chemical Brothers –June 16 Bologna; June 19 Rome; Artigiano e Colori di Primavera June 20 Milan Craft Fair & Spring Colors Ozzy Osbourne – June 17 Florence May 18-20, Pisa, Arsenali Repubblicani, Via Bonanno Marilyn Manson – June 19 Milan Pisano 2. On May 18, 4-10 p.m.; May 19, 10 a.m.-11 Cherry Festival Shakira – June 21 Assago (Milan) p.m.; May 20, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Craft exhibit and sale; Liam Gallagher – June 21 Milan Shakira – June 21 Assago (Milan) garden furniture and tools; local specialties and wines armed with authentic replicas of 15th century Italian tasting and sale. Free entrance. Pearl Jam – June 22 Milan; June 24 Padova; June 26 Rome crossbows, used by their ancestors, compete trying Sons of Apollo – June 24 Milan to center a target placed 30 meters away, on the other Firenze Food Truck/ STREEAT® Food Festival Steven Wilson – June 25 Verona side of Piazza del Duomo. On the back of the target Queen + Adam Lambert – June 25 Assago (Milan) May 18-20, 11 a.m.-midnight, Florence, Via Aretina. is a painting of the festival’s namesake, the girifalco LP – June 26 Rome; July 17 Padova Street food from all over Italy; entertainment for (gyrfalcon), its wings spread wide in flight. The The Dream Syndicate – June 27 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) children with games and face-painting. Free event. competitor whose arrow hits the center of the target Alice in Chains – June 28 Padova; July 10 Milan wins. Billy Idol – June 28 Padova I vini del Castello/Castle Wines Santana – June 28 Milan; June 29 Padova May 19, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and May 20, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sagra del Fiore di Zucca Fritto Ziggy Marley – June 29 Legnano (Milan) Montefioralle (Greve in Chianti, Florence). Taste the Fried Pumpkin Flower Festival Ben Howard – July 4 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) best local wines downtown the beautiful medieval Steve Hackett – July 4 Rome; July 8 Gardone Riviera June 1-3 and June 9-10, La Serra, (Pisa). (Brescia); July 14 Pistoia town of Montefioralle; visitors can also taste a great Food booths featuring many dishes prepared with variety of local products. Free entrance. Simple Minds – July 5 Marostica pumpkin flowers and other local specialties open at 8 Anastacia –July 5 Pordenone; July 14 Genoa p.m.; live music every night. Un Mare di Gusto - Palamita in Fiore Jay-Z & Beyoncè – July 6 Milan; July 8 Rome Cigarettes After Sex – July 7 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July A Sea of Flavors and Flower Festival La Festa Medicea/Medicean Feast 10 Rome May 19-20, 7-11 p.m., San Vincenzo (Livorno). Fish June 1-17, Pista Rossa Seano (Prato), Via Carlo Levi. Ringo Starr – July 8 Lucca; July 9 Marostica; July 11 Rome and other product tasting; flower exhibit and sale. Free From 7 p.m. to midnight, live music starts nightly at Deep Purple – July 9 Verona entrance. 9:30 p.m.; medieval market; food booths, live music James Blunt – July 10 Genoa; July 11 Padova; July 13 Pistoia; and shows start at 9:30 p.m. Free entrance. July 17 Rome Sagra della Fragola/Strawberry Festival Roger Waters – July 11 Lucca; July 17-18 Assago Joss Stone – July 15 Verona May 19-20 and May 26-27, 6-10 p.m., San Giuliano Corri sui Lungarni/Running along the Arno River Terme (Pisa). Food booths feature local specialties and Lenny Kravitz – July 16 Verona; July 17-18 Lucca June 3. This 7.2 km walk departs at 9:30 a.m. from Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds – July 17 Lucca strawberry tasting. Entertainment for children, bounce Piazza XX Settembre in Pisa and goes through the houses; music and dancing starts at 8 p.m. Kasabian – July 17 Ferrara; July 18 Lignano Sabbiadoro most famous and beautiful landmarks of the city. (Udine); July 19 Genoa Participation fee: €5. For more details, check http:// Pat Metheny – July 18 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July 20 Sagra della Bistecca/Steak Festival www.podisticaospedalieripisa.it. Rome May 25-27, June 1-3, and June 7-10, from 7 p.m., James Taylor – July 20 Lucca; July 22 (Pompei, Naples); July Casalguidi, Serravalle Pistoiese (Pistoia), Piazza Man Ray – Wonderful Visions 23 Terme di Caracalla (Rome) Vittorio Veneto. Food booths feature grilled steak and Through Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m., San Gimignano. Vinicio Capossela – July 21 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July other local specialties and wine. Entertainment for Modern Art Gallery, Via Folgore da San Gimignano; 28 Forte dei Marmi (Lucca); July 31 San Gimignano (Siena) children; live music and dancing. King Crimson – July 22-23 Rome; July 25 Lucca; July 27-28 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. through Sept. 30; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Venice Oct. 1-7. On display: more than 100 photos by Man BiancoAzzurra–Festa Medievale Scorpions – July 23 Verona Ray, one of the most important photographers of the WhiteBlue – Medieval Festival Norah Jones – July 24 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July 26 20th century. His photographic works encompass May 25-27 and June 1-3, from 4:30 p.m., in Castiglion Lucca (with Marcus Miller) fashion, portraits and technical experimentation. Marcus Miller – July 25 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) Fiorentino (Arezzo), at Fortezza del Cassero. Medieval Entrance fee: €9, reduced €7 for children ages 6-17 King Crimson – July 25 Lucca; July 27-28 Venice market, flag-throwers and magic shows. Medieval and for senior citizens older than 65; free access for Sting – July 28 Rome; July 29 Verona; July 30 Naples war music; horse shows; food booths feature typical children younger than six. Eminem – Sept. 7 Milan medieval dishes; musical fireworks June 3. Free Europe – Oct. 2 Bologna entrance. U2 – Oct. 11-12; Oct. 15-16 Assago (Milan) David Garrett and his band – Oct. 17 Rome; Oct. 19 Street Food 4 Wheels TUSCANY MARKETS Florence; Oct. 20 Assago (Milan) May 25-27, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Livorno, Piazza XX The Musical Box – Oct. 28 Rome; Oct. 30 Florence; Oct. 31 Settembre. A great variety of street food, entertainment Milan; Nov. 1 Padova and music. Pontedera (Pisa): May 19, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., main squares and Maneskin – Nov. 14 Florence; Nov. 15 Padova; Nov. 17-18 streets downtown Bologna; Nov. 24 Milan Festa Medioevale/Medieval Festival Certaldo (Florence): May 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Liam Gallagher – Nov. 15 Conegliano; Nov. 16 Rome Boccaccio and Via Cavour Dire Straits Legacy – Nov. 20 Assago (Milan); Nov. 21 May 26-27 and June 2-3, Malmantile, Lastra a Signa Florence: May 19-20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Fortezza da Basso Padova; Nov. 23 Brescia; Nov. 24 Florence (Florence), Piazza Piave. From 4 -11 p.m., except May Gardens, Viale Filippo Strozzi (about 130 vendors) Elton John – May 29-30, 2019, Verona 26, when it starts at 7 p.m. Medieval market; live music, Lucca: May 19-20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antelminelli, Piazza jesters and street artists; food booths feature typical S. Giovanni, Piazza San Giusto, Via San Giovanni, Corte ITALIAN ARTISTS medieval products. Free entrance. Bertolini (about 230 vendors) Lorenzo Live – May 21-22 Verona; June 9 and June 12 Padova Marina di Grosseto (Grosseto): May 19-20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Emma – May 21 Padova Sagra del Ranocchio/Frog Fair Via XXIV Maggio and Via Cadorna Gino Paoli – May 28 Verona; May 29 Treviso Vasco Rossi – June 6-7 Padova May 26-27 and June 2-3, Brozzi (Florence), Via San Ponte a Egola (Pisa): May 20, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Garibaldi and Via XXV Aprile Ennio Morricone – June 16-17 Rome Martino 6. Food booths featuring fried frogs and other Massimo Ranieri – June 23 Verona; Nov. 20 Milan; Nov. 27 Quarrata (Pistoia): May 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza local specialties open at 6:30 p.m.; entertainment. Bergamo Risorgimento Gianni Morandi – July 12 Marostica; July 22 Lucca; Oct. 20 Siena: May 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., in Piazza del Mercato Street Food Fiesta Loca Florence Bientina (Pisa): May 26-27, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Vittorio Francesca Michielin – July 12 Pistoia; July 14 Forte di Marmi; Sept. May 25-27, 10 a.m.-midnight, San Vicenzo (Livorno). Emanuele (about 140 vendors) 2 Treviso Food booths featuring the best street food with Castiglion Fiorentino (Arezzo): May 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Francesco De Gregori – July 13 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July 25 Spanish flavors, rhythms and music; flamenco show. Piazza Del Municipio Florence; Aug. 14 Asiago Free entrance. Cecina (Livorno): May 27, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., in Piazza Fabrizio Moro – July 16 Marostica; July 19 Villafranca (Verona) Guerrazzi and Via Cavour Ermal Meta – July 26 Florence; July 28 Villafranca (Verona) Florence: Last Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza dei Ciompi Laura Pausini – Oct. 7 Florence; Oct. 9 Padova Sagra delle Ciliegie/Cherry Festival Claudio Baglioni – Oct. 16-17 Florence; Oct. 26-28 Assago May 26-27 and June 2-3, Lari (Pisa). Local Grosseto: May 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., in Piazza Stefano de Maria (Milan); Nov. 16-17 Padova; Nov. 20-21 Brescia products and craft exhibit and sale; street artists and Montemurlo (Prato): May 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., in Piazza della Luca Carboni – Oct. 16 Bologna; Oct. 29 Milan Costituzione entertainment for children. An opportunity to visit the Mario Biondi – Dec. 5 Milan; Dec. 13 Florence; Dec. 19 Padova; Montevarchi (Arezzo): 4th Sunday (except July and Dec. 22 Bologna Vicari Castle, in Piazza del Castello. The castle will be August), 9 a.m.-7 pm. Via dei Musei and nearby streets open throughout the duration of the event. (about 100 vendors) SPORTING EVENTS Prato: May 26-27, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza San Francesco FIM Superbike World Championship – July 6-8 Misano Adriatico Balestro del Girifalco/Historical Reenactment San Gimignano (Siena): May 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza delle (Rimini) May 27, 5:30 p.m., Massa Marittima (Grosseto), Piazza Erbe del Duomo. This festival was first held in the early Viareggio (Lucca): May 26-27, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Piazza Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio Shopping years of the 14th century. Twenty-four competitors, D’Azeglio Center, or online at www.ticketone.it and www.geticket.it.

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will meet back at Baby Wearing Wrap-Up the train station. May 31, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Passport required. ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle This class teaches about the practice Darby of baby wearing, so participants Trip: and their babies can enjoy the Barberino Outlet maximum benefits. Benefits include June 30, 7 a.m.-7 building strong bonds, calming and p.m., $35 soothing, and helping baby develop Camp Darby socially. Learn different carrier types Find designer including wraps, slings, and buckled names and brands or soft-structured; selecting the right at the Barberino carrier; and how to safely position Designer Outlet, baby in an ergonomically correct located just outside position. of Florence. Enjoy a day of shopping Romp-N-Stomp Playgroup or milling around June 6, 13 & 27, 10-11:30 a.m. the stores. Sign SKIES Unlimited, Bldg. 308 up by June 22; Caserma Ederle minimum number Every Wednesday (except holidays), of participants Romp-N-Stomp playgroup is a time required is 25. for learning through play. Parents Porec, Croatia (Photo by Karin J. Martinez) Payment must be with children ages birth to three made at the snack years old are invited to this weekly bar in Bldg. 305. playgroup. Working parents are Call DSN 633-8220, Both the musical and film are based encouraged to drop in and spend comm. 050-54-7589, time with their families during their ENTERTAINMENT & TRIPS on the book The Story of the Trapp for more information. Family Singers written by Maria lunch hour. Call DSN 634-7500, comm. 0444-71-7500. von Trapp in 1949. Participants Stresa and the Island Cruise Spring Bazaar will visit original film settings. A June 30, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m., $95 Intro to Framing May 18, 4-8 p.m. local guide will take the group on a ODR, Caserma Ederle May 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. tour with breathtaking scenes and June 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Snaking through the lakes and Arts & Crafts Center May 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. landscape where the opening scenes mountains of the Piedmont region is Golden Lion, Caserma Ederle of the movie were filmed. Passport Caserma Ederle, $40 the jewel-like Lake Maggiore, a lake This class will teach the step-by- This community favorite brings is required; estimated drive time to that has attracted and inspired the vendors from different parts of Salzburg is 6 to 7 hours. step process of framing photos and likes of Dickens, Hemingway and artwork while giving participants Europe inside the gates to present Churchill. Situated along the shore of amazing gifts and food. This is a great Croatian Cruise the certification to be able to use Lake Maggiore is Stresa, a town with the framing studio at their leisure. event to attend with friends who June 9, 4 a.m.-11 p.m., $120/$70/$50 some of Italy's most elegant 19th enjoy shopping, wine and cheese ODR, Caserma Ederle Learn about matting, glass cutting, century resorts. The trip includes a measuring and cutting the molding tasting, and is a great opportunity Travel along the coast of Croatia private cruise to visit the islands of to get to know some of our local on a cruise. The boat will depart and overall frame assembly. Walk Madre, Bella and Pescatori on Lake away with great tips and tricks vendors. Items you'll find are Belgian Porec and stop to explore along the Maggiore. chocolates, jewelry, art, ceramics, way. See Croatia from a different Bring a 5"x7" inch photo or smaller wooden crafts and olive oil. point of view. The bus will drive to to frame. All other materials will Porec, Croatia, where the group CLASSES & WORKSHOPS be provided. Space is limited to six Youth Book Club will depart by boat for the cruise. participants. May 19, 11 a.m. A stop in a city and a stop to swim Lifeguard Training Course Library, Caserma Ederle will let participants stretch their legs Parent Advisory Group Meeting June 18, 5:30-11 p.m., $75 Join the Ederle Library for May's (swimming is not required – rest May 22, noon-1 p.m. Youth Book Club. Discussion will and enjoy the sea view). Enjoy lunch Fitness Center Pool, Caserma Ederle ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle Become a certified lifeguard. center around the book, "My Side of onboard, and at the end of the day, sit The quarterly Child & Youth Services the Mountain" by Jean George. This back and relax as you're driven back After completion of this one week Parent Advisory Group meeting is an course, participants will be certified is the story of Sam Gribley, a teenager to Vicenza. Passport required. opportunity for parents to learn more who leaves his crowded home in New in lifeguarding. In addition, about and have a voice in programs participants will obtain skills in CPR York City and tries to survive on his Paragliding their children are involved in. Join own in the wild Catskill mountains. June 10, 7:30 a.m./8 a.m. for the professional rescuer, AED for the CYS management team and other adult and children, and first aid. Open to children ages 9 to 12 years ODR, Caserma Ederle parents in working to make a better old/grades 4-6. Shoppette, Caserma Del Din program for everyone. Attendees Experience the thrill of soaring will earn CYS parent participation FITNESS & SPORTS Family Movie Night through the air, catching thermals, points towards a discount in CYS May 20 & 27, June 3, 6-8 p.m. with your feet dangling during a childcare fee. Topics of discussion The Arena, Caserma Ederle tandem paraglide jump in Bassano include summer programs and BOSS Morning Bike Rides Every Sunday, the Arena dims the del Grappa. Paragliding is a seated parent concerns. lights, switches on the screens and parachute activity, and each May 25, June 1, 8 & 15 tunes into the latest family-friendly participant will be paired with an Preschool Story Time 6-7:30 a.m., ODR, Caserma Ederle movies. For $35, enjoy two hours of instructor. Expect the time from May 24 & 31 New and experienced riders are bowling for up to six people, one large takeoff to landing to be about 15- 10:30-11:15 a.m. invited to join; no registration cheese pizza, six bottled beverages of 25 minutes. Feel free to bring your Library, Caserma Ederle is required for weekly morning choice and free shoe rental. camera or video recording device to Join the library staff for weekly bike rides. Bring road bicycle, record the flight. storytime, with a different theme helmet, spare inner tube, and water Olympic Gymnastics Tour each week. This event is geared and snacks as needed. Call for May 22, 11 a.m.-noon Eagle's Nest, Germany Express toward children ages 3 to 5 years. information, DSN 637-2712, comm. Post Exchange, Caserma Ederle June 16, 3 a.m., $105/$65/$45 Activities include making a craft, 0444-66-2712. Armed Forces Entertainment is ODR, Caserma Ederle listening to stories and meeting new proud to present some of America's The Eagles Nest is a must-see for friends. Group fitness classes Olympic champions. Desiree San- any World War II buff. It is situated $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes chez, Laurie Hernandez and Jordyn 6017 ft atop the Kehlstein ridge, Infant Massage Class Self-defense: $12 per class, or $70 Wueber will visit Caserma Ederle. above the town of Berchtesgaden. May 25, June 8 & 22 monthly pass (two classes per week) The group will visit the schools in It is commonly thought that the 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fitness Centers Vicenza and then the PX to sign Eagle's Nest was used as a vacation ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle The Ederle and Del Din Fitness autographs. home for Hitler and his high ranking Join the New Parent Support Centers have classes open to all skill officials. Upon arrival, the group Program for this exciting chance to levels, to include Zumba, cycling, Salzburg Express will meet up with a guide and take bond with your infant. Instruction aquatics, taekwondo, yoga, power June 2, 3 a.m., $115/$69/$38 another bus up to the apex of the hill is available to parents of children pump and more. Purchase tickets for ODR, Caserma Ederle for a tour of the facility. The group 5 weeks old to crawling. Learn all fitness classes at the front desk. "The Sound of Music" was filmed will go to Berchtesgaden by public techniques of infant massage to help in 1964 because of the enormous transportation, where you may enjoy baby sleep longer, enhance bonding, For more information on any FMWR achievement of the musical from free time to explore, have something improve circulation and more. events, look for the monthly calendar at Rodgers & Hammerstein in 1959. to eat, or just hang out. The bus www.italy.armymwr.mil.

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