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173rd Airborne Expert provides USARAF officer Soldiers insights into holds vital role train for Palladio-Jefferson as caretaker JAN contingencies FEB connection MAR of food, water

AFRICOM Exercise tests stands up US, Italian welcomes new Intelligence capability with commanding APR Brigade MAY simulated attacks JUN general

2016: The Year in Review

Future Italian Tuscan village Earthquake in paratroopers commemorates Italy prompts test mettle fallen WWII preparedness JUL on tower AUG heroes SEP discussion

Army’s top NCO Summit focuses US Army delivers on suicide Chief of Staff way forward prevention, visits troops for enlisted OCT resiliency NOV DEC service members January 2016 Paratroopers train, airdrop Shark communications humvee

This story first ran Jan. 29, 2016. ployable Shark vehicle facilitates mis- sion command for the 173rd Airborne By 1st Lt. Orlando Florea Brigade anywhere in the world,” said Capt. Marc Levitt, commander, Compa- ny C, 54th Brigade Engineer Battalion, VICENZA — Paratroopers from 173rd 173rd Abn. Bde. “The platforms on the Airborne Brigade airdropped a Shark vehicle provide commanders with reli- mobile communications humvee from able digital and voice communications a C-130 Hercules aircraft onto Frida IV and are critical to reach back to higher Drop Zone near Dandalo, Jan. 21. headquarters.” The Shark mobile communications ve- Brigade signaleers conducted the mis- hicle is specially designed for airborne sion to maintain readiness for contin- and forced-entry operations. It contains gency operations, as the 173rd Airborne a minimum of six different communica- Brigade is the U.S. Army contingency tion platforms and can deploy worldwide force for Europe. When the Shark land- on short notice to support combat units. ed, paratroopers de-rigged the vehicle, The name originates from the 1980s, placed it into operation, and provided se- when similar communication platforms cure communications for more than six were mounted onto all-terrain vehicles. different radio and network platforms for A U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules airdrops a humvee belonging to In order to accommodate loading and the ground force commander for a fol- 173rd Airborne Brigade into Frida IV Drop Zone in Pordenone, Jan. 21, 2016. dropping the vehicle from a CH-47 he- low-on mission. (Department of the Army photo) licopter, the antenna had to be moved to “Being able to conduct airdrop oper- the drop zone,” said Sgt 1st Class Cesar for a short period of time. Regardless of the center of the vehicle, resulting in a ations here in Europe is a great oppor- Ruiz, a platoon sergeant with Company the outcome of the airdrop operation, our side profile that resembled a shark fin — tunity for our newer noncommissioned C. “The dispersion factor of the airborne paratroopers are prepared to recover the thus earning its name. officers to take charge and lead a group operation encourages our paratroopers to vehicle and place it into operation wher- “The ability to airdrop a rapidly de- of paratroopers towards an objective on perform in the absence of a senior leader ever we land.”

Speak Out By Laura Kreider & Chiara Mattirolo What are some tips or tricks that help you stick to your New Year’s resolution?

Carla Frias Graigg Faggionato Spc. Maison Arroyo Brandon Ennis, 9 Elizabeth Brown Francesca Ricci Family member 7th Army Co. D, 2nd Bn., 503rd Family member Commissary Livorno Commissary Training Command “What I use are the ABCs; I “Surround yourself ask myself these three ques- “I want to improve “To set objectives and “I do not have “It is imperative to tions before setting a goal, or with positive people in this case, a resolution: (A) reading skills so my rewards. I reward my- any tips or tricks; who motivate you and stick with something Achievable. Can I achieve trick is to learn one self every time in fact, have the same goals that I’m currently this goal within a specific new vocabulary word that I reach one goal.” mostly I lie to myself.” as you.” working on. I must set timeframe? (B) Believable. every day.” my goals.” Is my goal realistic? (C) Countable. Can my goal be measured or counted? Stick to these three letters and (it) will become part of your life- style.”

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2 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 February/March 2016

U.S. Army Europe Commander Expert provides insights into Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges U.S. Army Africa Commander Palladio-Jefferson connection Maj. Gen. Joseph P. Harrington This story first ran Feb. 26, 2016. U.S. Army Garrison Italy Commander and Publisher Col. Steve Marks By Karin J. Martinez VMC Public Affairs Office USAG Italy Public Affairs Team Lead and Outlook Editor CASERMA EDERLE — A native son of Italy’s Vene- Karin J. Martinez to region and an American president were linked Feb. 11 in a lecture given by Professor Howard Burns at the Staff Golden Lion conference room here. Laura Kreider Nearly 60 guests from the Vicenza Military Commu- Chiara Mattirolo nity gathered to listen to a presentation by Burns, pres- Aaron P. Talley ident of the academic council at the Palladio Center in Anna Terracino Vicenza. He presented “Palladio in America” at the in- Mark Turney vitation of U.S. Army Garrison Italy Commander Col. Steve Marks and Italian Base Commander Col. Umber- The Outlook is an authorized publication supporting the to D’Andria, in partnership with the Vicenza Palladio Garrison Italy command information Museum. program as provided by AR 360-1. Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio is regarded as the greatest architect of 16th-century northern Italy, and All editorial content of The Outlook is prepared, edit- ed and approved by the USAG Italy Public Affairs Office, his influence traveled far and wide — most notably in Unit 31401, Box 10, APO, AE 09630, located in Bldg. 10 on this presentation, to the United States of America via Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy. The office DSN number is Founding Father and President Thomas Jefferson. 637-8020, off post at 0444-61-8020 or via email at usarmy. As he welcomed the guest speaker, the garrison com- [email protected]. mander hinted at the influence of Palladio on Jefferson. Professor Howard Burns, president of the Palladio Center Academic Council, presents a guest lecture at Contents of the Outlook are not necessarily the official news “Palladio’s work significantly influenced American of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department architecture. … Just think for a moment about Thomas the Golden Lion conference center on Caserma Eder- le Feb. 11, 2016. (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs of Defense, Department of the Army, Installation Manage- ment Command-Europe, U.S. Army Garrison Italy or U.S. Jefferson, who was never able to see the works of Palla- Office) dio in person, but who admired them and was inspired Army Africa. by them through books and drawings,” Marks said. Jefferson, called a “gentleman architect” by historians “We are pleased to have the opportunity to learn more (a common practice before architecture became a li- about a son of Vicenza who inspired a vision of the New censed profession), gave the young United States some America.” of its most iconic buildings. According to historian and Follow us on our website, For his part, Burns said he was glad of the opportunity writer Calder Loth, Jefferson was Palladio’s foremost www.italy.army.mil, to visit the military installation. American disciple. “This is the first opportunity (the Palladio Center has We only need to look as far as a nickel in our pock- and on social media. had) for cultural interchange with the base,” he said. ets, Burns said, to see why Jefferson is the subject of a “This is a good start towards doing things together and presentation in Vicenza. The nickel features Monticel- collaborating.” lo, a Palladio-inspired building, designed by Jefferson Burns shared the connection of Palladio and Jefferson, himself. After actively studying Palladio’s “The Four the subject of a current exhibit at the museum, “Jefferson Books on Architecture,” Jefferson was so inspired that and Palladio: Constructing a New World.” The speaker the Italian’s work was the sole model for the American’s www.facebook.com/VMCItaly took the audience on what he called “reflections around vision of the New World. The Rotunda of the University the exhibition” to educate the audience and perhaps en- of Virginia and buildings in the state capitol of Virginia www.twitter.com/USAGItaly tice them to learn more. In fact, during Presidents’ Day are just two examples of Palladio’s style brought about www.pinterest.com/usagitaly weekend, the museum hosted Thomas Jefferson Days, by Jefferson. www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza whereby all American citizens and Italians who work For more information, go to www.palladiomuseum. here were offered free admittance and guided tours. org. Warrant officer holds vital role as caretaker of food, water This story first ran March 25, 2016. Academy recruited Davenport, but he de- Africa Command missions in Ghana, the improvements, there is no guarantee cided to take a different path. Throughout Tanzania, Zambia, Mali and Niger. the military will purchase from them. By Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds his 20’s, he held a variety of jobs: night- Off duty, Davenport travels with his Pass or fail, the inspection process USARAF Public Affairs Office club bouncer, club manager and bar own- wife, Alicia, in support of their daugh- helps onsite commanders make a safe, er. Due to hard economic times, though, ters’ swim meets. He said he has been to informed decision as to which supplier to VICENZA — At the brink of dehydra- he began searching for a new career. numerous swim meets in Italy, as well as use. Onsite commanders get this informa- tion or starvation, a person may try to “I heard the Army was taking older Belgium, Germany and Portugal. tion from a carefully prepared memoran- consume anything to subdue the thirst or people,” said the 34-year-old Davenport. “Being a supportive husband and father dum, wherein Davenport lists each po- hunger, but the side effects of ingesting “So I went to talk to a recruiter.” is important,” he said, adding that he is tential supplier from least to greatest risk. unapproved food or water can be worse In 2006, Davenport joined the U.S. also a grandfather. His oldest daughter, “The memorandum helps the on- than having none at all and prove to be Army as a veterinary food inspection who recently had a baby, is in San Anto- site commander assume an accept- life-threatening. specialist. After multiple career achieve- nio pursuing a business career. able level of risk,” said Davenport. Helping to ensure food and water safe- ments, deployments and assignments Davenport carries that supportive na- A summary of Davenport’s work is pre- ty for Soldiers working with U.S. Army worldwide as an enlisted Soldier, he ap- ture into his work with Regional Health sented in a variety of USARAF pre-coun- Africa is the job of Chief Warrant Officer plied for and was selected to attend war- Command Europe, his parent unit, and try briefings, mandatory for all USARAF Clayton Davenport, and it’s a job he is rant officer candidate school. USARAF. personnel entering the continent, accord- proud of. Davenport now works as a food safe- “Purchasing from a locally approved ing to Donald Houghton, chief of current Davenport, standing tall at 6 feet, 8 ty officer with Public Health Command bottled water facility saves taxpayer dol- operations for USARAF Current Opera- inches, graduated in 1990 from Somerset District-Southern Europe. His job takes lars by not having to ship water to the tions and Integration Center. The brief- High School, just south of San Antonio, him to countries in Africa and south- continent on a C-17 from Germany or ings ensure personnel entering the con- where he won several awards playing ern Europe to conduct surveys on local somewhere else in Europe,” said Daven- tinent are armed with knowledge they basketball. The officer said his greatest food and water distribution companies. port. “We audit and inspect local distri- need to not only survive, but also to avoid high school memory was when his team USARAF relies on Davenport’s abilities bution companies to ensure Soldiers still potential hazardous food and water. played against Shaquille O’Neal. to ensure safe food and water options, re- receive the best possible food and water.” Davenport said his he loves his job and “We had only heard rumors of this gardless of location, and has tapped him Davenport conducts risk assessments of it has been a real eye-opening experi- amazing player. Our team walked into for the Western Accord 2016 exercise in each supplier, takes samples, checks re- ence. “I’m passionate about what I do,” the locker room of Cole High School, Burkina Faso, West Africa. cords and reviews overall production and he said. “It makes me look at food from Fort Sam Houston (Texas), and in an Davenport, like many USARAF per- sanitation practices. When a company a different perspective. ... I feel like I’m equipment cage there was a shoebox sonnel, travels to host nations for plan- passes inspection, he lists it as a possible making a difference.” twice the size of a normal shoe. Our jaws ning events to coordinate and finalize supplier. If it fails in one or more areas, Davenport provides a rare, yet vital, dropped when we saw his shoe size was details leading up to exercises. He has he offers suggestions on how to improve. service to USARAF. His work benefits a 22,” said Davenport. “We got beat that accumulated more than 200,000 frequent “They can take my suggestions or not, personnel operating in Africa and the game.” flyer miles since reporting in 2014, most it is solely up to them,” said Davenport. Southern European region, taxpayers Following high school, the Air Force of them in support of USARAF or U.S. He added, even if a company does make and African businesses alike.

3 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 April/May 2016 AFRICOM activates theater intelligence brigade

This story first ran April 8, 2016.

Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds USARAF Public Affairs Office

CASERMA EDERLE — The 207th Military Intelli- gence Brigade was activated in a ceremony here March 16 at Hoekstra Field. The 207th is the theater intelligence brigade for United States Africa Command and is under operational con- trol of U.S. Army Africa. “The U.S. Army’s decision to realign military intelli- gence units supporting U.S. European Command and AFRICOM will better support our operations on the continent,” said Maj. Gen. Darryl Williams, USARAF commanding general. The new brigade includes 207th Military Intelligence Brigade Headquarters and 307th MI Bn. located here, as well as 522nd MI Bn. located in Wiesbaden, Germany. The third battalion in the brigade, 337th MI, is a U.S. Army Reserve formation located at Fort Sheridan, Ill. “We look forward to working closely with our brothers and sisters in uniform north of the Alps and across the Atlantic, while utilizing the Total Army: active, guard and reserve,” said Williams. Originally constituted in 1944, the unit was known as 113th Counterintelligence Corps Detachment. It was consolidated in 1983 with 207th MI Detachment and Col. Timothy Higgins, 207th Military Intelligence Brigade commander, and senior enlisted leader, Command Sgt. Maj. Kenneth Segraves, uncase a new unit guidon during the activation ceremony of the 207th MI Bde. March reorganized as a brigade in 1985. The brigade, stationed 16, 2016, at Hoekstra Field on Caserma Ederle. in Ludwigsburg, Germany, through the 1980s under VII Corps, inactivated in 1992. “The brigade stands ready to support and accomplish “The nation needs a new breed of Soldiers and civil- “Activation of this brigade epitomized the very con- its shared goals of increased security and prosperity on ians; as of today, the 207th stands ready to answer that cept of teamwork,” said Col. Timothy Higgins, 207th the continent of Africa,” said Higgins. call,” said Maj. Gen. George Franz III, commanding commander. Higgins credited the efforts of those who The 207th is scheduled to be fully operational by end general of U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Com- helped bring the brigade to this point. of fiscal year 2016. mand.

Exercise tests US, Italian capability with simulated terrorist attacks This story first ran May 20, 2016.

CASERMA EDERLE — U.S. Army Garrison Italy conducted its annual full-scale exercise Lion Response May 10. The exercise tested joint U.S. and Italian response plans and capabili- ties in the event of a terrorist attack. Drawing from actual attacks in Paris and Brussels, the simulated event depicted near-simultaneous attacks at multiple locations. The majority of the scenario unfolded on the installa- tion here, but during the first couple of hours following the attack, all USAG Italy installations were affected. “We wanted to bring that type of challenge into the exercise,” said USAG Italy Commander Col. Steve Marks. “The exercise did exactly what we planned for it to do. The cooperation was perfect.” More photos from the exercise are posted to Flickr at https://www. flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza/al- bums/72157665863570094.

(Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

4 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 June/July 2016 US Army Africa welcomes incoming commander This story first ran June 17, 2016. “On behalf of AFRICOM, welcome to this dynamic command,” Rodriguez said. Harrington comes to USARAF with a wealth of Army Story and photo by Rich Bartell USARAF Public Affairs Office command and staff experience. He most recently served with the British-led NATO Allied Rapid Reaction Corp in the United Kingdom. CASERMA EDERLE — Maj. Gen. Darryl A. Wil- Rodriguez highlighted the new commander’s liams relinquished command of U.S. Army Africa to team-building skills, as he developed exercises and Maj. Gen. Joseph P. Harrington June 1 during a cere- training that improved confidence in multinational mony here on Hoekstra Field. teams and strengthened capacities. Gen. David M. Rodriguez, commanding general of Harrington graduated from Stockton State College, U.S. Africa Command, presided over the ceremony. Galloway, N.J., and was commissioned as a field artil- “Today, we honor Maj. Gen. Darryl Williams for his lery officer. He holds a master’s degree each in Public superb leadership, dedication and commitment to our Administration and National Security Strategies. partners, the United States, U.S. Africa Command and Recently, Harrington observed the USARAF team at the Soldiers and civilians he leads,” said Rodriguez. work on the African continent. “ … I’d like to congratulate the entire USARAF staff “A couple of weeks ago, I traveled with many of you on a job well done. You all have a difficult and demand- to Arusha in Tanzania and attended the African Land ing job managing a large portion of AFRICOM’s efforts Forces Summit. This was a crash course on learning on the continent. what you do and seeing, firsthand, the important rela- “This organization engages in security force assis- tionships you’ve developed with African Land Force tance, coordinates exercises, executes operations, and commanders,” the new commander said. establishes posture and presence in Africa to build our Harrington also offered thanks for the opportunity to partners’ capacity. By the end of this fiscal year, you serve as USARAF’s commander and said he and his will have executed 235 security cooperation events and wife feel fortunate to be in Italy. managed over 1,600 USARAF personnel on the conti- Williams thanked the Soldiers and civilians of the nent.” USARAF team and emphasized their accomplishments Rodriguez praised Williams’ leadership of USARAF during the past two years. and wished him well on his next assignment. “General Rodriguez, thank you for your leadership “Darryl, your work and leadership here have been stel- and giving me the opportunity to command U.S. Army lar. You are a credit to the Army, and I am proud to have Africa. This assignment has been more than I could you on the team. I am specifically impressed by your have imagined. It was more challenging and more re- astute understanding of human nature which you have warding,” said Williams. “The men and women who put to purpose here at USARAF and further strength- are USARAF have made it more. Thank you for your ened partnerships across the continent,” he said. “The service, dedication and professionalism.” Maj. Gen. Joseph P. Harrington accepts the U.S. Army benefits of those relationships will last long after you Williams passed on the mantle of command by wel- Africa guidon from Gen. David M. Rodriguez, comm- depart.” coming Harrington and his family and giving a final mander, U.S. Africa Command. Rodriguez welcomed the new commander to the team. thanks to the USARAF team. Future Italian paratroopers test mettle on tower This story first ran July 1, 2016. Story and photos by Laura Kreider VMC Public Affairs Office

CASERMA EDERLE — Among the structures that stand out here is a 34-foot Joint Multinational Training Command tower, the only Army jump tower in Eu- rope. Not only is the tower the basic U.S. airborne refresher training site for para- troopers assigned to 173rd Airborne Bri- gade but also, since January, it is used by members of the Centro Addestramento Paracadutismo (CAPAR) Folgore Bri- gade, the Italian parachute school, locat- ed in . Monthly, groups of Italian warrant offi- cer academy candidates come to Vicenza and test their jump skills on the tower. Above: A paratrooper assigned to Company A, 2nd Battalion, 503rd (Airborne), pre- The most recent contingent was here pares to land after exiting the tower during training on Caserma Ederle while Italian June 14-15, and approximately 120 instructors from Centro Addestramento Paracadutismo (CAPAR) Folgore Brigade, members assigned to the noncommis- the Italian parachute school, and Italian noncommissioned officer students from sioned officer school from Viterbo had NCO Viterbo School look on. Left: A paratrooper comes slides down the line during the opportunity to work with some 30 the training, June 15, 2016. paratroopers from Company A (“Able operation in joint operations. of jumps from the tower evaluated by Company), 2nd Battalion, 503rd (Air- “We are very happy with the generosi- instructors, the following week partici- borne). ty from the American allies who gave us pants did the ‘real’ jump from a helicop- “From the beginning of this year, the toon, Co. A, 2-503rd (Abn.). the great opportunity to utilize this train- ter to obtain their parachute qualification. tower of the CAPAR is undergoing long- He added that this was the first time ing facility,” said Toscani De Col, after One Italian participant, Allievo Mares- term maintenance,” said training with the Italian Army students. talking to some participants. ciallo Ludovica Olivieri, said that being Capt. Marco Luchini, chief instructor “It was a very rewarding experience. “This is not the first time we had the able to interact with American Soldiers from CAPAR Folgore Bde. Many of our paratroopers had the oppor- chance to train in this structure, and we was a good experience. “The tower here has been our salvation tunity not only to jump out of the tower are thankful knowing that we can count “This caserma is different compared to because, after preparing for the jump in alongside our Italian allies, but also to on future support. ours; it seems like a little town,” Olivieri the third week of the training, our NCO talk and interact with the warrant officer “The activity that takes place in this said. students must pass all jump training tests candidates,” said Flores. facility is part of the schooling for the Allievo Maresciallo Francesco Di Car- in the following week,” Luchini ex- While the training was going on, Ital- young students. During the jump, there is lo, another student of the NCO Viterbo plained. ian Army Brig. Gen. Gabriele Toscani the simulation of that moment when the School, echoed Olivieri’s comment and “We sent 30 paratroopers from Able De Col, commander of the NCO School paratrooper exits the plane, and how to also added, “It is always important to Company to the 34-foot tower, along in Viterbo, toured the Regional Training test the capability to handle the situation share some experiences and learn new with our command team,” said 1st Lt. Support Division South, as part of the bi- and keep it under control,” he explained. ways and techniques with a mix of cul- Carlos Flores, platoon leader, 2nd Pla- lateral relations to enhance levels of co- After performing the standard couple tures.”

5 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 August/September 2016 Tuscan village community commemorates fallen heroes This story first ran Aug. 26, 2016. ation will always know about and (learn to) respect their ancestors’ battles for Story and photo freedom,” said Braccesi. by Chiara Mattirolo David Leinberger, deputy garrison DMC Public Affairs Office manager, represented Darby Military Community at the ceremony, along with PIAN DI NOVELLO — Local author- Staff Sgt. Ira Thompson, DMC senior ities, members of World War II Resis- enlisted adviser, who led the U.S. Army tance Fighters’ retiree association, and color guard at the ceremony. representatives from the Italian and U.S. Italian Base Commander Col. Renato militaries took part in a memorial ser- Vaira also took part in the ceremony and vice July 24 here on Pistoia Mountain highlighted the relationship between Ita- for those who fought and lost their lives ly and the United States. during the war. “It is an honor to be here to remember The little village of Pian di Novello is those who lost their lives for the free- located on what was the extreme defen- dom we enjoy today and to confirm the sive line of the German Gothic Line and long-lasting friendship between our na- the National Liberation Army-Military tions,” said Vaira. Zone XI area of operations, which was After the ceremony, special guests were joined by the “Patriots” of the U.S. Ar- invited to a lunch in a local restaurant to my’s 5th Armored Division. share traditional food of the area. Because of the proximity of Camp “This food we are sharing today comes Darby to the battle site, there has always Staff Sgt. Ira Thompson (right), DMC senior enlisted adviser, posted the colors at straight from our mountains and is pre- been a close relationship between the a memorial service July 24, 2016, for those who fought and lost their lives at Pian pared locally. It is our pleasure to share mountain community and the military in- di Novello, Pistoia Mountain, in Tuscany. Representatives of the Italian Resistance food and traditions with our American Fighters, and the Italian and U.S. armies took part in the ceremony along with vet- stallation. As a sign of respect and thank- erans and citizens of neighboring mountain villages. friends,” said Tommaso Giani, vice may- fulness for fighting as allies and helping or of Cutigliano and event organizer. to liberate Italy during WWII, the moun- In addition, a memorial stone at the cere- underlined the importance of maintain- Giani also presented the guests with an tain communities of Abetone and Pian di mony’s site shows the Italian and Amer- ing the memory of past battles and to old map of the area and its battlefields, Novello have, for many years, donated ican flags framing the image of “Pippo,” learn from experience. and a booklet with the history and tradi- the annual Christmas tree that adorns commander of the Patriots. “It is our responsibility to keep the tions of the mountain towns as a memen- Camp Darby during the holiday season. Cutigliano Mayor Tommaso Braccesi memory alive so that the younger gener- to. Earthquake prompts vital emergency preparedness discussion

This story first ran Sept. 23, 2016.

By Andrew Allen USAG Italy Fire and Emergency Services

VICENZA -- Earthquakes such as the one that took place recently in central Italy drive home the point to be prepared. How will you survive an earthquake, and then let rescuers and loved ones know where you are? These are good questions to ask yourself, especially now as September is National Preparedness Month and the perfect time to come up with a plan. During an earthquake, overload, damage or power loss will plague communication networks. It’s important to learn how to use technology and social media to com- municate and stay connected after any natural disaster. Your smartphone is an important part of your emer- gency plan: • Maintain and carry a hardcopy list or pocket card of important family and business contact numbers in case your phone is lost, stolen or the battery dies. • Program “In Case of Emergency” contacts into your cell phone so emergency personnel can contact those Firefighters use a ladder truck to search the upper floors of a partially collapsed building for survivors trapped people for you if you are unable to use your phone. and unable to get out after the 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck central Italy Aug. 24. Close to 300 people • Subscribe to text alert services from USAG Italy to were killed in the quake, according to Italy’s Civil Protection Department. The central Apennine mountain belt is receive alerts from the garrison in case of disaster. considered one of the most seismically active areas in Italy. (Courtesy photo) • If you have to leave your home because of evacu- ation, forward your home phone number to your cell whomever you wish. and neck with your hands and arms. Do not try to run to phone number. • Send documents to yourself and save them in a folder another room just to get under a table. • Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, Skype and or flash drive if you do not use cloud applications. For more information, visit http://www.redcross.org/ FaceTime. In some of the more recent disasters, phone • Subscribe to the Emergency Management social images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4240216_ communications were disrupted, but the Internet was media sites and follow their updates during a disaster, Earthquake.pdf. working. emergency or significant event. School personnel conduct monthly drills on how to • Create an emergency list of family members in Face- • Use social media to post your status to let family and best respond to a wide range of emergencies. Accord- book as a Group. It is a quick way to communicate and friends know you are okay. In addition to Facebook and ing to David Rudy, principal, Vicenza High School, if post updates to specific people. Twitter, you can use resources such as the American the school is evacuated, parents will be notified through • Teach family members, including the elderly, how Red Cross’s Safe and Well program: www.redcross.org/ command communication channels on where to report to text. Text messaging services are less likely to ex- safeandwell. to pick up their children. Parents need to understand perience network congestion during an emergency than Official rescue teams who respond to the scene of that, for accountability purposes, this will be done in phone services. Use texting, email or social media in- earthquakes and other disasters around the world con- an orderly manner that allows school staff to track the stead of making voice calls on your cell phone to avoid tinue to advocate use of the internationally recognized whereabouts of every student in the school’s custody. tying up voice networks after an earthquake. “Drop, Cover and Hold On” protocol during earth- It is essential that parents follow the prescribed proce- • Learn how to store important documents on one of quakes: DROP to the ground; take COVER by getting dure and not make individual arrangements with their the many free cloud services such as Dropbox, One- under a sturdy desk or table; and HOLD ON to it until children by phone or text message. For more emergen- Drive, iCloud and Google Docs. You can access them the shaking stops. cy preparedness information, contact the U.S. Army from any location. With these applications, you also can If there is no table or desk nearby, drop to the ground Garrison Italy Emergency Management, DSN 637- assign access rights to share information or data with in an inside corner of the building and cover your head 8015/8022, comm. 0444-66-8015/8022.

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6 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 October/November 2016

old is suicide, and someone dies by suicide every 12.3 minutes. The statistics are in direct cor-roboration with Summit to focus on those published by the Jason Foundation, Inc., an or- ganization dedicated to the prevention of youth suicide through educational and awareness programs. In the suicide prevention, fourth-quarter 2015 Department of Defense Quarter- ly Suicide Report assembled by Keith Franklin, Ph.D. and director of the DefenseSuicide Prevention Office, resiliency the average number of attempts at Soldier suicide in the U.S. Army for the past three years is about 122 per year. One is too many. This story first ran Oct. 7, 2016. According to Col. Steve Marks, garrison command- er, USAG Italy, there is a problem that needs to be ad- By Karin J. Martinez dressed, and the Suicide Prevention Summit is where VMC Public Affairs Office the community can start. “We have a serious challenge with suicide in our ranks, VICENZA — All members of the Vicenza Military A community member shows her support for U.S. Army and we need the community’s help in addressing it,” he Community are encouraged to attend the first Suicide Garrison Italy’s #BeThere posterboard campaign. The said. “This problem will not be solved by money, policy Prevention Summit that will take place on Caserma Del Army Substance Abuse Program played host to a Sui- or reporting alone. It will only be addressed when we all Din Oct. 21. cide Prevention Summit Oct. 21, 2016, on Caserma work together to eliminate the conditions that make our The upcoming summit, created in an effort to elimi- Del Din. (Photo by Jessica Thompson-Tyus, DHR) teammates think that suicide is a viable option.” nate high-risk behavior within ranks, in homes and in The summit is a collaboration of many organizations, the community, will start at 8:30 a.m. at the Sigholtz my business, it’s not my fight.’ Suicide doesn’t begin at Class said, to include USAG Italy’s command team, Center. suicide. There are so many factors leading up to it,” said ASAP, the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Pre- “Anyone is welcome to come and be a part of the Class. “Getting to know people and seeing when their vention program and the U.S. Army Health Clinic here. summit,” said Sandra Class, manager, Army Substance behavior is not quite right, employing the ACE [Ask, It will be set up in a round-robin format with partici- Abuse Program, United States Army Garrison Italy. Care and Escort] intervention program and making the pants divided into four groups. Each group will spend “It’s time to talk about something that is hard to talk commitment to be there for others is how we will help approximately 25 minutes on four topics, with open dis- about.” people.” cussion led by subject-matter-expert facilitators. Goals of the summit are twofold, according to Class: Marcella Zappia, a certified peer recovery coach, At the end of the summit, there will be a group dis- to get input from the community and to strategize how speaker and suicide attempt survivor, says the same in cussion to identify what came out of the conversations, to com¬municate to the community about suicide pre- her speaking engagements. where the community should focus its efforts, and how vention and awareness from that point forward. The “Suicidal thoughts don’t happen overnight,” said Zap- to move forward to help the community deal with this theme “#BeThere” during September’s Suicide Pre- pia during a September speech to U.S. Army Health serious issue. vention Awareness Month should carry over throughout Clinic employees on Caserma Ederle. “There are many Family Readiness Groups will be raising money for the year, she added, and the summit is a way to extend factors, including depression, domestic violence, co-de- their organizations by selling food at the event, and in- thinking beyond September. pendency and addiction. There is no single picture of formation tables with resources will be available. No “#BeThere reminds us that everyone plays a part in what [someone who attempts suicide] looks like.” registration is necessary, but anyone with questions is suicide prevention. It is everyday interaction. We need Adding to that, Zappia quoted that the second lead- encouraged to call the Ederle ASAP office at DSN 637- to break through the masks and stop saying, ‘It’s not ing cause of death among people ages 10 to 24 years 8951/7858, comm. 0444-71-8951/7858. Army Chief of Staff engages Soldiers, gives kudos

This story first ran Nov. 4, 2016. gage with allied and friendly partner armies,” he said. “You learn a lot from Story and photo by that and you bring that back to your unit, Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds and the unit is better for it.” USARAF Public Affairs Office The visit also included a tour of the Vi- cenza Military Community, managed by U.S. Army Garrison Italy. Milley com- VICENZA — Gen. Mark A. Milley, the mented on the importance a garrison has 39th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, vis- to Soldiers and their families during an ited leaders and Soldiers assigned to the interview with American Forces Net- various tenant units located in the Vicen- work personnel. za area Oct. 27. “If you are married, the No. 1 concern Milley’s visit included discussions on that you have is the welfare of your fam- professional development opportunities ily,” he said. “Garrisons provide that for Soldiers and overall unit readiness. welfare. They make sure we have a good “American Soldiers join the Army for house, medical care and education.” many different reasons,” he said. “Some The chief added that Soldiers worrying join for education benefits, others come about their family’s welfare may not stay in because of health care or patriotism. focused on the mission, which is why But I would say all of us come in because garrison-provided services are funda- we have a sense of adventure; we want to mentally important to force readiness. Gen. Mark A. Milley, 39th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, visits leaders and Soldiers travel and do things that make a differ- In addition to housing, medical care and during a visit to Vicenza Oct. 27, 2016. ence in parts of the world that are bigger educational facilities, Milley said he was him to Italy and spent the majority of families here are being taken care of,” than ourselves.” pleased to see that importance has also her day visiting the facilities commonly she said. “You can see the passion of the Milley said much of what Soldiers join been placed on physical fitness facilities. sought out by family members such as staff— they care deeply.” for can be done in Africa. “Physical fitness is fundamental to be- the Vicenza Health Clinic, Army Com- Milley concluded his visit with a lun- “There is a great opportunity there for ing a Soldier and having high-quality fit- munity Service and the Vicenza Middle cheon with battalion-level command Soldiers to deploy to different African ness facilities is key to that,” he said. School. teams at the Caserma Ederle dining fa- countries, engage with cultures and en- Milley’s wife, Hollyanne, accompanied “It is obvious that the Soldiers and cility.

Financial Peace University Enrollment INFO-X The next Vicenza Military Community WHO: Open to Soldiers, family members and civilians Information Exchange takes place Feb. WHAT: This volunteer-run, no-cost training is designed to help students understand debt, how to 1 at 10:30 a.m. on the second floor of the pay it off and avoid future debt; how to budget, save and eventually invest. The Thrift Savings Plan Arena. is also covered in this well-designed Dave Ramsey step-by-step (military edition) course. Classes All community members are welcome and encouraged to attend. This is your oppor- consist of student-facilitator discussions, viewing DVD lessons, questions and answers, and cover- tunity to ask questions of members of the ing 12 chapters in the booklet loaned to each student. A light lunch is also provided. command. WHEN: Starts Wednesday, Jan. 25, and runs each Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for nine Questions may also be submitted on the weeks USAG Italy Facebook page: WHERE: Caserma Ederle Chapel Classroom www.facebook.com/vmcitaly. WHY: Debt distracts from mission, erodes concentration and impacts individuals, units and families. The event is streamed live at CONTACT: To register, RSVP at [email protected]. Don’t delay; space is limited. www.livestream.com.

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This story first ran Dec. 2, 2016. to ongoing efforts to change the way Americans perceive the Army and said Story and photo the common perception people previous- by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds ly had about the Army is why it had not USARAF Public Affairs Office been a top choice in the past. Dailey said words associated with each service were identified in a study. “Educated” was a VICENZA — The 15th Sergeant Major word associated with both the Air Force of the Army visited Soldiers and senior and Navy, while “dangerous” was asso- enlisted leaders Nov. 16-18 in Vicenza to ciated with the Marine Corps and Army. discuss Armywide leader development The most disheartening word, Dailey initiatives. said, was “average,” which was only as- Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel Dailey sociated with the Army. hosted two town hall meetings during his “That is not like a C average either,” he visit. He directed the first toward Soldiers said. He said it was not a word he felt in the ranks of staff sergeant and below, should be associated with the Army.Oth- and the second towards sergeant first er words associated with the Army were class and above— including Department “ordinary” and “low skill,” which led of the Army civilians. Dailey to ask audience members, “Why The intent was to share changes that is it less than other services?” The U.S. Army’s senior enlisted leader, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel Dailey, dis- have been made, how those changes af- cusses Army initiatives with senior enlisted leaders of tenant units located in One attendee said that while serving as fect careers and finally, the future of the Vicenza Nov. 17 at the post theater on Caserma Ederle. a recruiter, he noticed people’s percep- profession. tion of the services began the moment Dailey first talked about Soldier - read Sergeants Major Academy is the only leaders must invest in their Soldiers. He they enter a recruiter’s office. Dailey iness, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. NCO professional development school added that it is for this reason the Army agreed, and added that approximately 69 Mark Milley’s No. 1 priority. Dailey said acknowledged by military and civilian is changing how leaders are evaluated. percent of those who join the Army were noncommissioned officer-led, individual organizations as an accredited academic On Jan. 1, the Army released a revised influenced by current or former service and collective training is vital to the re- institution. However, some colleges do version of the Noncommissioned Officer members. sponsible drawdown of the force. recognize and provide lateral credit for Evaluation Report intended to better ac- successful completion of BLC, ALC and cess the performance and future potential Touring installations Sustain, retain SLC. of enlisted leaders. Dailey participated in tours of the in- Dailey said the way to sustain and retain Dailey said there are plans to increase Dailey said the new evaluation will help stallations and tenant units located here. the best enlisted Soldiers is through NCO the level of accreditation of all profes- restore balance to the reporting system. The tours consisted of visits to U.S. professional development schools. Cur- sional development schools. He added He added that previous reports indicated Army Africa and 173rd Airborne Bri- rently, he said changes are being made that in order to develop leaders “we must approximately 80 percent of NCOs were gade headquarters, as well as training, to ensure NCOs throughout the Army take opportunities to invest in the per- evaluated as, “among the best.” Dailey fitness and living facilities that make up receive training opportunities needed for son.” indicated that the system took away from the Vicenza Military Community. career advancement. those who truly earned top marks on The Army’s top NCO also received a Professional development schools be- Investing in people evaluations. brief tour of downtown Vicenza, which gin with the Basic Leaders Course, move “Someone saw the potential in me,” he he said was an opportunity he had not to the Advanced Leaders Course, the Se- said during a flashback story of how he America’s perception had in his many years of service. nior Leaders Course and, as their careers was inspired to serve beyond his initial According to Dailey, last month was “I think this is one of the best duty as- advance, the First Sergeants Course and contract. the first time in 20 years the Army ranked signments,” he said. “This country has Sergeants Major Academy. According to Dailey, in order to main- as a No. 1 choice for those seeking a ca- extended us a hand and I encourage Sol- Currently, Dailey said, the U.S. Army tain the stewardship of the profession, reer in the military. He accredited this diers to get out and enjoy the culture.” Garrison offers AMICI program for local national professionals the Vicenza and Darby Military commu- to get out of their comfort zones and en- the host nation workforce. They are truly By Anna Ciccotti nities, including tenant organizations,” gage in tasks outside their current job the backbone of the American military USAG Italy said Cara Panzarella-Tarr, AMICI pro- assignments, said Panzarella-Tarr. They abroad.” gram coordinator for Army Community will tackle activities in four categories: Panzarella-Tarr said the ideal AMICI VICENZA — In an effort to better in- Services. warfighter training, warfighter readiness, pilot project participant is possesses in- tegrate Italian civilian employees into Applications are being accepted from Soldier and family support, and commu- tegrity, a strong motivation to understand Army culture, U.S. Army Garrison Italy Jan. 16 thru Jan. 30. More information nity connections. the Army mission, a genuine enthusiasm is sponsoring a competitive workforce may be found at www.italy.army.mil/ One goal of the AMICI program is for about their job and an aptitude for critical enrichment program focusing on Amer- amici.asp. participants to experience a “Day in the thinking. ican Military Italian Civilian Integration, “Interested candidates will submit a Life of a Soldier,” where they will gain “If a potential participant and his or her called AMICI. self-nomination valuable insight on the supervisor sees the candidate as fitting “AMICI, which means ‘friends’ in Ital- packet that in- needs of their custom- several of the aforementioned descrip- ian, is a pilot project that aims at increas- cludes an applica- ers. Having the chance tions, I highly recommend applying for ing the awareness and appreciation of tion form, updated to learn what happens the AMICI program. It will definitely the U.S. Army mission in the hearts and resume, statement in other organizations provide interesting and fun moments minds of the Italian host nation employ- of interest and su- allows attendees to get a which will last for a lifetime,” she said. ees,” said Wesley A. Leisinger, deputy to pervisor endorse- better understanding of Italian Base Commander Col. Um- the garrison commander, who is spear- ment,” she said. the “big picture” and see berto D’Andria said the initiative calls heading the initiative for USAG Italy. Panzarella-Tarr how they fit in it. for stakeholder support from U.S. units “We do a great job in the Army devel- added that applica- “For many of us who across the community, as well as from oping Soldiers and civilians to take on tions will be eval- work the daily grind, we the Italian military. various challenges associated with ser- uated by a review may lose sight of how “The project is a modern and for- vice to our nation,” Leisinger said, ac- panel that will our efforts link with oth- ward-thinking idea,” he said. “The ac- knowledging though, that, “What is often screen for the best er components to com- tual integration between the Italian and overlooked is the host nation workforce participants, with seven to 10 Italian pro- plete a piece of the mission puzzle,” Pan- American community is a shared pri- overseas and how critical they are to the fessionals selected to participate in the zarella-Tarr said. ority, and this initiative fully meets that Army mission.” pilot program. Italian employees will experience first- challenge and will allow us to achieve Hence, a desire to think out of the box AMICI is slated to debut around mid- hand how the services they provide make goals that were unthinkable before now.” and test a new program focused on Ital- March when selected employees start a difference in the way the Army takes D’Andria added that the path to inte- ian professionals. Program creators are engaging in fun, knowledge-building care of its Soldiers and their families. Ul- gration goes through exchange opportu- hopeful the opportunity will engage local activities for 10 days spread out over a timately, Leisinger added, they will see nities and requires an open mind. national employee motivation to drive four-month period.The hands-on training how their contributions sustain the mis- “I believe the way the project has been positive change within the Army com- and real-time, real-life understanding of sion of the U.S. Army here and support structured will bring results that are both munity. the Army mission in Italy requires par- warfighter readiness. significant and enduring because they are “The program is open to all permanent- ticipation in activities taking place on “This is critical for communities over- based on effective sharing and under- ly assigned, appropriated and non-appro- Caserma Ederle, Caserma Del Din, Lon- seas,” he said, “where traditionally the standing of different roles and activities.” priated funded host-nation employees of gare, Aviano and Camp Darby. continuity of the mission has relied heav- *Editor’s note: This article is translat- the U.S. Army in Italy working within The program will challenge participants ily on the hard work and commitment of ed into Italian on page 12.

8 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 News briefs

Estate claims awarded to noncommissioned officers help aid your student’s mindset when non-appropriated fund employees, U.S. Anyone having any claims on or obli- for being dedicated professionals whose taking exams. Send them something citizens and local nationals engaged in gations to the estate of 1st Lt. Michael leadership is characterized by true per- they can enjoy before a long exam; the Civilian human resources administra- Volanti, C/106th FMSU, should con- sonal concern for the needs, develop- care package features two granola bars, tion in the Department of the Army. The tact Summary Court Officer, 2nd Lt. Ira ment and welfare of the Soldier. The a juice box, mints, two No. 2 pencils, basis for selection: a specific contribu- White, at DSN 637-4200 or via e-mail, Dr. Mary E. Walker awards will also two erasers and, to finish the exam off tion in the broad field of civilian human [email protected]. be presented to selected outstanding on a sweet note, Smarties and Hershey resources administration that culminat- military spouses for demonstrating ded- Kisses. Send a package to your student ed during the calendar year ending Dec. Retail annual inventory icated and exemplary volunteerism that and personalize with a special message. 31, 2016. Detailed guidance on required The Post Exchange will conduct the Re- improved the quality of life for Soldiers Cost is $5 for one, $15 for four. All pro- documents for submission may be found tail Annual Inventory this month at all and their families. ceeds go to VHS Student Council.For at: http://cpol.army.mil/library/general/ retail facilities. Below is the list of the more information contact the VHS Stu- awards/chr-awards-Kushnick.html. affected facilities and schedule: Annual gala dent Council Sponsor, Ms. York. Darby Retail Store: Jan. 14 The Vicenza Community Club invites Ready ... Set ... Grow! Delayed opening; opens at 11 a.m. community members to a Masquer- Defense finance message If you have a child five to eight years Military Clothing: Jan. 14 ade Ball, the VCC’s annual gala and MyPay users: Protect user credentials old, you’ll want to participate in the No impact auction. Proceeds go toward the VCC and do not share those credentials with a Ready ... Set ... Grow! program. Service Car Care Center: Jan. 14 scholarship fund. The ball takes place third party. Those with legitimate access members, spouses and Department of No impact Feb. 11, with social hour at 6 p.m. Din- are responsible for protecting their ac- Defense civilians may participate in five Villaggio Express: Jan. 14 ner, dancing and auction start at 7 p.m. counts from potential misuse and should weekly sessions for no cost, beginning No impact; will open at regular hours, RSVP by Feb. 4 to the VCC dropbox not provide user ID and password to any Jan. 24, 3:30- 5 p.m., at the Villaggio 11:30 a.m. near the thrift store, or check out online third party to gain access to W2 infor- School-Age Center. Parents will learn Vicenza Main Store: Jan. 16 payment options at vccitaly.org. mation. Providing myPay credentials simple ways to show love; strategies Closed entire day could potentially expose accounts to to encourage positive behaviors; how Del Din Express: Jan. 17 Exam care packages for teens more access than expected, and security to help children eat healthy; and more. Delayed opening; opens at 1 p.m. Families and friends of Vicenza High is potentially compromised. The myPay Penn State Researchers will compensate Ederle Express: Jan. 17 School students: Want to send a sweet user is responsible for any resultant eligible individuals up to $60 for sur- Delayed opening; opens at 1:30 p.m. gift to your student before he or she losses from sharing credentials and will vey completion. Childcare options are takes exams? The Exam Care Pack- not be reimbursed. available. Register no later than Jan. 18, Induction ceremony age is the perfect way to brighten your online at www.thrive.psu.edu, or email All community members are cordially student’s day with a mix of sweet and Nominations for [email protected]. invited to attend the Vicenza Military healthy treats they’ll be sure to love. William H. Kushnick Award The Grow! Program was developed by Community Sergeant Morales Club There’s nothing like a box full of sweet Nominations are being taken through the Clearinghouse for Military Family induction ceremony 3 p.m., Jan. 20, snacks to get your student inspired Jan. 20 for the William H. Kushnick Readiness at Pennsylvania State Uni- at the post theater on Caserma Ederle. when it comes down to crunch time. Award. The award is open to all civilian versity and is a universal parenting in- Sergeant Morales Club membership is Adding pencils, erasers, and mints only employees, including appropriated and itiative. Chapel activities At the movies Chapel Services Bible/book studies Chapel Activity Room, Building 29 Monster Trucks (VICENZA) Looking for any way to get away VMC Chapel, Building 29 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays Phone: 637-7575 Gospel Service/Bible Study from the life and town he was born into, Tripp, a high school Sunday schedule The Church of Jesus Christ of senior, builds a Monster Truck Post Chapel Latter-Day Saints from bits and pieces of scrapped 9-10 a.m. Roman Catholic Building 395 cars. After an accident at a near- 11 a.m.-noon Protestant 6:30-7:30 a.m. Mon thru Fri by oil-drilling site displaces a 1:30-3 p.m. Gospel Seminary strange and subterranean creature 5-6 p.m. Contemporary Jewish: Call chapel for more information. with a taste and a talent for speed, Protestant Tripp may have just found the Del Din Soldier Ministry key to getting out of town and a Protestant Women’s Bible Studies Contact 173rd UMT at DSN 637-4690 most unlikely friend. (Rated PG) Post Chapel for information. 9:15 a.m.-noon Tuesdays (childcare available) 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays Jan. 13 7 p.m. Monster Trucks (PG) Chapel Services 10 p.m. Sleepless (R) Protestant Men of the Chapel (CAMP DARBY) Jan. 14 3 p.m. Monster Trucks (PG) Bible Study, Post Chapel 6 p.m. Live by Night (R) 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays DSN 633-7267, comm. 050-54-7267 Jan. 15 3 p.m. Monster Trucks in 3D (PG) 24/7 Chaplain Crisis Line 6 p.m. Sleepless (R) 634-KARE (5273) or 0444-71-5273 Saint Mark’s Catholic Women Jan. 18 7 p.m. Live by Night (R) of the Chapel Jan. 19 7 p.m. Sleepless (R) Post Chapel Sunday schedule Camp Darby Chapel Jan. 20 7 p.m. The Founder (PG-13) 9 a.m.-noon Mondays 10 p.m. XXX: Return of Xander (PG-13) (childcare available) 9-10 a.m. Roman Catholic Youth of the Chapel 10:30 a.m. Protestant Jan. 21 3 p.m. The Founder (PG-13) Grades 6-12 5:30-8 p.m. 6 p.m. XXX: Return of Xander (PG-13) Wednesdays Protestant Women of the Chapel Jan. 22 3 p.m. Monster Trucks (PG) Call chapel for location. Bible Study 6 p.m. XXX: Return of Xander in 3D (PG-13) 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays Jan. 25 7 p.m. The Founder (PG-13) Jan. 26 7 p.m. XXX: Return of Xander (PG-13) Jan. 27 7 p.m. Fences (PG-13) The Outlook Chapel Activities section provides announcements and may offer per- 10 p.m. Gold (R) spectives to enhance spiritual or religious resiliency in support of Army programs. Com- ments regarding specific beliefs, practices or behaviors are strictly those of the author Jan. 28 3 p.m. A Dog’s Purpose (PG) and do not convey endorsement by the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, the 6 p.m. Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Army, Installation Management Command or U.S. Army Garrison Italy. in 3D (R) Feb. 1 6 p.m. Gold (R)

Movie schedule is provided by AAFES. Check movie schedule online at https://www.shopmyexchange.com/reel-time-theatres/Vicenza.

Admission 3D first run: Adult $8.50, under 12 $5.75 3D second run: Adult $8, under 12 $5.50 First run: Adult $6.50, under 12, $3.75 Second run: Adult $6, under 12 $3.50 Advance tickets: On sale Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the PX Food Court entrance, except on federal holidays. Up to 50 percent of seats will be on sale; the remainder go on sale one hour before show time at the theater box office. Film ratings and reviews are available at www.imdb.com. SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

9 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 Out & About All listings compiled by Anna Terracino VENETO & NEARBY

Presepi dal Mondo in Arena International Nativity Set Exhibit Through Jan. 22, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; , Arena. More than 400 nativity scenes from all over the world, de- signed by craftsmen and artists; shows of lights and music. Entrance fee: €7; reduced €6 for children ages 6-12 and senior citizens older than 60. http://www.livinginvicenza.com/agenda/at-the-arena-di-ve- rona-international-exhibition-of-1664

Presepe di Sabbia Sand Nativity by the Sea Christmas lingers on through Feb. 12 at Jesolo Beach in the form of huge sand-sculpted nativity scenes by some of the best artists in the world. At Lido di Jesolo, about 100 kilometers east of Vicenza, daily 10 a.m.- noon and 2-6 p.m.; Saturdays and holidays from 7-10 Nativity by the Sea, Jesolo p.m. Free admission. http://www.eventiesagre.it/Presepi_Presepi/13015_Prese- pe+di+Sabbia+a+Jesolo.html duced €4; free entrance for children younger than 12. http://www.gruppocinofilopadovano.it/ MARKETS Sagra del Broccolo Fiolaro Broccoli Festival The Art of the Brick VENETO Jan. 13-22, Creazzo, sports center, Via Torino 10, Lego Bricks on Display about five miles west of Vicenza. The broccolo fiolaro Through Jan. 19 Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., THIRD WEEKEND OF THE MONTH is a typical crop of the Creazzo hills, its name derived Saturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Verona: Jan. 14, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Piazza S. Zeno, from the sprouts along the stalk of the plant, which Milan, Fabbrica del Vapore, Via Giulio Procaccini 4. about 38 miles west of Vicenza (50 vendors) in Venetian dialect are called fioi, or offspring. Food The exhibit is based on legendary American LEGO® booths featuring gnocchi with broccoli, traditional fri- artist Nathan Sawaya and presents an array of whim- Creazzo: Jan. 15, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza San Marco tola, or doughnut, and typical Creazzo dishes. Open at sical, brightly colored 2D and 3D creations, including 6:30 p.m. reconstructions of universally recognized masterpiec- Cittadella (Padova): Jan. 15, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/SagraDelBroccoloFiolaro/ es such as Leonardo’s Gioconda, Vemeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, and also the skeleton of a dinosaur mea- Este (Padova): Jan. 15, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Maggio- Prima del Torcolato suring six meters in length. There is also a play area re and Via Matteotti, about 28 miles south of Vicenza Torcolato New Wine Festival where guests of all ages can express their creativity (60 vendors) Jan. 15, Breganze, Piazza Mazzini, about 15 miles playing with Legos and video games by DM Comics. north of Vicenza. The torcolato is the gem of Breganze’s Entrance fee: €18; discounts for families. Godega di Sant’Urbano: Jan. 15, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 winemaking tradition. It is produced from pressing http://www.ticketone.it/the-art-of-the-brick-milano-biglietti. p.m., Via Roma, about 78 miles northeast of Vicenza dried Vespaiola grapes which are hung (torcolate, in html?affiliate=ITT&doc=artistPages%2Ftickets&fun=ar- (234 booths) the local dialect) on strings from the wooden beams of tist&action=tickets&key=1703577%248959175&jump- the attics of farmhouses; 2:30 p.m. Public pressing of In=yTix&kuid=524776&from=erdetaila Montagnana: Jan. 15, 8 a.m. to sunset, Piazza Mag- grape harvest; wine tasting; local products exhibit and giore 150, about 27 miles south of Vicenza (60 ven- sale; folk music and dancing. dors) http://www.stradadeltorcolato.it/ Padova: Jan. 15, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Prato della Valle, Antiquaria about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza (180 vendors) Antique Show and Market Jan. 14-22, Monday-Friday, 3-7 p.m., Saturday and Soave: Jan. 15, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Piazza Antonio Marogna Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Pordenone, Viale Treviso 1, and Corso Vittorio Emanuele, about 23 miles west of about 92 miles northeast of Vicenza. Furniture, paint- Vicenza (110 vendors) ings, antiques, jewelry and many curiosities. Admis- sion fee: €10; reduced €5 (senior citizens older than FOURTH WEEKEND OF THE MONTH 65). Free for children younger than 17. Dolo (Venice): Jan. 22, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cantiere, http://www.fierapordenone.it/eventi/pordenone-antiquar- about 37 miles east of Vicenza (about 60 vendors) ia-6/ Spresiano (Treviso): Jan. 22, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Motor Bike Expo Luciano Rigo, about 43 miles northeast of Vicenza International Motorcycle Show (about 100 vendors) Jan. 20-22, 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Verona, Via del Lavoro 8, Treviso: Jan. 22, 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Via San Liberale, about 38 miles west of Vicenza. Admission fee: €18; The Art of the Brick Exhibit, Milan reduced €13 for children ages 6-10; free for children about 56 miles east of Vicenza (about 120 vendors) under 10. For more details in English, visit http://www.motorbikeexpo.it/en/.

EXPO Internazionale Canina International Dog Show New Wine Festival, Breganze Jan. 14-22, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Padova, Via Tommaseo 59, about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza. This competition brings together more than 700 of the finest pedigreed dogs from all over the world. Admission fee: €8; re-

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10 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 Out & About

that may be needed for itinerant type of tourism. Park- Children’s Carnival, Arezzo ing area and camper services are provided for public use. Entrance fee: Feb. 2-3, €4; Feb. 4-5, €8; free for CONCERTS children younger than 12. http://www.tourit.it/it/index.asp Green Day – Jan. 14 Assago; Jan. 15 Monza Mostra del Disco e del Fumetto Prince Purple Rain Live – Prince tribute concert – Records and Comic Books Exhibit and Sale Jan. 19 Assago Jan. 28-29, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Arezzo, Via Spallanzani 25. Jojo – Jan. 22 Milan Entrance fee: €5, €4 for senior citizens older than 60 Dream Theater – Jan. 30 ; Feb. 1 Padova; Feb. and children younger than 14. More than 100 exhibi- 4 Assago tors. http://www.kolosseo.com/arezzo-disco/ Biffy Clyro – Feb. 2 Milan; Feb. 6 Rome; Feb. 7 Padova The Pretty Reckless – Feb. 6 Bologna; Feb. 7 Milan Winter Park Jacob Whitesides – Feb. 9 Milan Open daily through March 1, Florence, Ohihal Center, Lindsey Stirling – March 4 Mantova Lungarno Aldo Moro. Ice-skating rink, a snow-tubing Macy Gray – March 11 Rome; March 12 Padova; track and downhill ski area. All necessary equipment March 14 Florence; March 29 Milan can be rented on site. Sting – March 23 Milan http://firenzewinterpark.it/index.php/ Loreena McKennitt – March 23 Trieste; March 24 Pa- dova; March 26 Rome; March 27 Florence; March 28 TUSCANY Carnevale dei Figli di Bocco Assago (Milan) Bocco’s Children Carnevale David Garrett – March 26 in Padova Jan. 24, from 3 p.m., Castigion Fibocchi (Arezzo). A Steve Hackett – March 29 Turin; April 1 Rome Militoscana traditional celebration with participants dressed in Simple Minds – April 21 Turin; April 23 Rome; April Military Items Exhibit and Sale costumes and papier-mâché masks; street performers, 25 Bologna; April 26 Florence; April 27 Milan Jan. 14-15, 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Empoli (Florence), Pi- magic shows, live music, dances, and food booths; pa- Kiss – May 15 Torino; May 16 Casalecchio di Reno azza Guerra Guido 13. More than 60 collectors feature rade and fireworks. Bruno Mars – June 12 Casalecchio di Reno; June 15 helmets, uniforms, military maps and medals from http://www.folclore.it/It/Eventi/Italia/Toscana/Arezzo/Casti- Assago World War I and WWII. Food court and free parking glion-Fibocchi/Carnevale-dei-Figli-di-Bocco.html Justin Bieber + Martin Garrix – June 18 Monza available. Entrance fee is €6. Aerosmith – June 23 Florence http://www.lavetrinadellearmi.it/magazine/fi- Red Hot Chili Peppers – July 20 Rome; July 21 Milan ere-mostre-20162017/ Steve Hackett (Photo by Cesare Greselin) Lo Scrigno del Bello ITALIAN ARTISTS The Box of Beautiful Things Eugenio Bennato – Jan. 21 Rome Roberto Vecchioni – Jan. 22 Torino; Jan. 24 Reggio Jan. 15, Feb. 19, March 19, and April 9, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Emilia; March 29 Florence Calenzano (Florence), Via della Chiesa 37. Antique, Ligabue – Feb. 3-4 and Feb. 6-7 Rome; March 10 vintage, local crafts, jewels, accessories and miniatures Livorno; March 13 Assago exhibit and sale. Notre Dame de Paris – Feb. 10- 12 Turin http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=13&page=1&post=2152 Giorgia – March 3 Mantova; March 22 Casalecchio di Reno; March 28 Genova; March 30 Naples; April 1 Palio di Buti Rome; April 13 Florence; April 20 Verona; April 22 Pa- Buti’s Race dova; April 23 Conegliano Jan. 22, Buti (Pisa). The first race in Tuscany every Alessandra Amoroso – April 28-29 Verona year, the Palio di Buti originates from the religious Francesco Renga – May 5 Assago; May 16 Naples; celebration of Saint Anthony, protector of domestic May 18 Florence; May 22 Casalecchio di Reno animals. According to a tradition dating back to 19th IL Volo –May 19-20 Verona century, all domestic animals in Buti were to be blessed Tiziano Ferro – June 11 Lignano Sabbiadoro; June by the parish priest. Of all the domestic animals, the 16-17 Milan; June 24 Bologna; June 28 and June 30 horse, being then the only method of transport, was Rome; July 15 Florence particularly appreciated. After horses were blessed, Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio their owners would challenge each other to horse rac- Shopping Center, or online at http://www.greenticket.it/in- es, which continue today in the tradition of the Palio. dex.html?imposta_lingua=ing;http://www.ticketone.it/EN/ or http://www.zedlive.com, www.ticketone.it, www.vivaticket.it, The horse race is preceded by dinners in the streets; www.iconamusic.it, and www.geticket.it. theatrical performances and a pageant in historical costumes. Spectators can follow the competition on a giant screen. MARKETS http://www.folclore.it/It/Eventi/Italia/Toscana/Pisa/Buti/ TUSCANY Palio-di-Buti.html For a comprehensive list of festivals, concerts and upcoming sporting events, please see our THIRD WEEKEND OF THE MONTH Salone del Turismo Itinerante e Sostenibile Pontedera (Pisa): Jan. 14, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., main squares Tour Italy Fair Pinterest page, www.pinterest.com/usagvicenza. and streets downtown Feb. 2-5, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Marina di Carrara (Massa Carrara), Viale Colombo. The 15th Itinerant Tourism *Event times and locations are correct at the time of publi- Certaldo (Florence): Jan. 15, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Fair is a display of all the most up-to-date equipment cation but could change. Please check before going. Boccaccio e Via 2 Giugno

Florence: Jan. 14-15, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Fortezza da Basso Park, Viale Filippo Strozzi 1

Lucca: Jan. 14-15, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antelminelli, Piazza S. Giovanni, Piazza San Giusto, Via San Giovan- ni, Corte Bertolini

Marina di Grosseto (Grosseto): Jan. 15, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Via XXIV Maggio

Ponte a Egola (Pisa): Jan. 15, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Rossa

Quarrata (Pistoia): Jan. 15, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Ris- orgimento

FOURTH WEEKEND OF THE MONTH Bientina (Pisa): Jan. 21-22, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Vit- torio Emanuele

Cecina (Livorno): Jan. 22, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Piazza Guer- razzi and Via Cavour

Montevarchi (Arezzo): Jan. 22, 9 a.m.-7 pm. Via Isidoro del Lungo, and Via Poggio Bracciolini Buti’s Race, Buti Prato: Jan. 21-22, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza San Francesco

11 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017 Family & MWR Events hours. Book a private class for your Vienna, Express ARTS & CRAFTS group or friends. Call DSN 634-7074, Jan. 21, 3 a.m., $115 CLASSES/WORKSHOPS comm. 0444-71-7074, for more infor- ODR, Caserma Ederle mation. Visit Vienna, the capital and largest city Introduction to Framing in Austria. Apart from being regarded Spouse Sponsorship Training Jan. 21; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $40 Find out what’s going on at the Caserma as the City of Music because of its musi- Jan. 17, 1-2 p.m. Arts & Crafts Center, Caserma Ederle Ederle Arts & Crafts Center on their new cal legacy, Vienna is also said to be “The ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle This class will teach the step-by-step Facebook page, www.facebook.com. Look City of Dreams” because it was home Help newcomers settle in to a great expe- process in how to frame photos and art- for “Ederle Art Center.” to the world’s first psycho-analyst, Sig- rience living in Italy. 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Registration is ongoing. da Vinci’s fresco “The Last Supper.” ing supplies, specialized materials and TRIPS/ENTERTAINMENT Call DSN 634-7500, comm. 0444-71- firing. Contact the center for available Find out about more trips at the FMWR website: 7500, for more information. times or drop in during regular open http://italy.armymwr.com/europe/italy. Al via AMICI, progetto pilota pensato per rafforzare l’integrazione tra i dipendenti italiani e l’Esercito USA “Questo progetto è aperto a tutti i lavora- in compiti diversi dalle loro normali man- forza lavoro locale, di fatto la spina dorsale *Editor’s note: This article also tori italiani dipendenti dell’Esercito Ameri- sioni di lavoro, precisa Panzarella-Tarr. Si delle Forze Armate americane fuori dagli appears on page 8 in English. cano in Italia e impiegati presso le sedi di metteranno alla prova in attività che rientra- Stati Uniti.” Vicenza e Darby,” precisa Cara Panzarel- no in quattro diverse categorie: Addestra- Secondo Panzarella-Tarr, il partecipante By Anna Ciccotti la-Tarr, coordinatrice del progetto per l’Ar- mento, Approntamento operativo, Supporto ideale per AMICI è un candidato che possie- my Community Services. ai soldati e alle famiglie e Collegamento de integrità, una forte motivazione a com- USAG Italy L’iniziativa, unica nel suo genere, è pronta con la comunità. prendere e sostenere la missione dell’Eser- per essere lanciata questo mese e sarà possi- Uno degli obiettivi di AMICI è di offrire cito, oltre ad un sincero entusiasmo per il VICENZA — Nell’intento di migliora- bile candidarsi online dal 16 fino al 30 gen- l’opportunità di far vivere ai partecipanti proprio lavoro e un’attitudine al pensiero re ulteriormente l’integrazione tra la forza naio. Ulteriori informazioni sono disponibi- “Un giorno nella vita di un Soldato”, espe- critico. “Se una persona ritiene di avere i lavoro italiana e l’Esercito Americano, il li al sito www.italy.army.mil/amici.asp. rienza fondamentale per osservare da vicino requisiti giusti, o un supervisore individua comando U.S. Army Garrison Italy spon- “I dipendenti interessati possono inviare la vita dei militari. Conoscere come è scan- un potenziale partecipante, gli consiglio vi- sorizza un progetto formativo, stimolante e la propria candidatura che dovrà includere dita la quotidianità all’interno di altre orga- vamente di fare domanda. Sarà un’esperien- competitivo dedicato ai dipendenti italiani. il modulo di domanda, copia aggiornata del nizzazioni consente di comprendere meglio za entusiasmante che si ricorderà per tutta “Il programma si chiama American Mili- curriculum vitae, una dichiarazione di in- l’immagine complessiva della missione e la vita.” tary Italian Civilian Integration, o AMICI, teresse e l’approvazione del supervisore,” acquisire consapevolezza del proprio ruolo Il comandante italiano della base, Col. ed è un progetto pilota che si propone di au- spiega Panzarella-Tarr. nell’insieme. Umberto D’Andria spiega che l’ini- mentare il senso di appartenenza e apprezza- Le domande pervenute saranno esami- “Per molti di noi che sono presi dalla rou- ziativa conta sul supporto di diverse mento della missione dell’Esercito Ameri- nate da apposita commissione che valut- tine quotidiana, si può perdere di vista il organizzazioni all’interno della comunità cano nei nostri dipendenti italiani,” spiega erà le candidature migliori; saranno quindi modo in cui nostri sforzi si collegano con dell’Esercito Americano, come pure sulla Wesley A. Leisinger, vice-comandante della ammessi al programma da un minimo di altri e completano un tassello del puzzle collaborazione dei militari italiani. guarnigione e promotore dell’iniziativa per sette fino ad un massimo di dieci dipendenti della missione”, afferma Panzarella-Tarr. “Il progetto AMICI è un’idea moderna e USAG Italy. italiani. I dipendenti italiani vedranno in prima lungimirante,” assicura D’Andria, secon- “L’Esercito fa un ottimo lavoro per prepa- Il debutto di AMICI è previsto per metà persona come i servizi che forniscono pos- do cui “la reale ed effettiva integrazione rare il personale militare e civile ad affron- marzo, quando i candidati selezionati inizie- sono fare la differenza nel modo in cui l’e- tra le comunità italiana ed americana è una tare le varie sfide associate al servizio alla ranno a essere effettivamente coinvolti nelle sercito si prende cura dei suoi soldati e delle priorità condivisa e questo progetto rispon- Nazione,” fa notare Leisinger, riconoscen- varie attività in programma, per un impegno famiglie. de pienamente a questa esigenza e consen- do, tuttavia, che “spesso viene sottovalu- complessivo di dieci giorni lavorativi, dis- Di fatto, spiega il vice-comandante tirà di raggiungere traguardi sino ad ora im- tato il ruolo del personale impiegato nelle tribuiti su un intervallo di quattro mesi. Leisinger, avranno modo di vedere come il pensabili.” nazioni ospiti e del ruolo critico che questo In calendario, percorsi formativi mirati ad loro contributo sostiene la missione dell’E- D’Andria ritiene che il percorso di in- personale svolge per la missione dell’Eser- osservare da vicino e comprendere la realtà sercito Americano in Italia e supporta la tegrazione passa attraverso occasioni di cito.” della missione dell’Esercito Americano prontezza operativa dei soldati. scambio e richiede apertura mentale. “Pen- Di qui il desiderio di lanciare un program- in Italia, con esperienze dirette sul campo Leisinger sottolinea come “questo sia par- so che il progetto, per come è stato struttura- ma innovativo dedicato ai lavoratori italiani all’interno delle sedi della Caserma Ederle, ticolarmente importante per le comunità to, porterà risultati non solo significativi, ma allo scopo di coinvolgerne la motivazione e Del Din, Longare, Aviano e Darby. americane all’estero, dove tradizionalmente anche duraturi, in quanto basato su un’ef- stimolare cambiamenti positivi nella comu- I partecipanti si troveranno ad affrontare la continuità della missione fa grande affi- fettiva condivisione e comprensione di ruoli nità. situazioni inconsuete e dovranno cimentarsi damento sul duro lavoro e l’impegno della ed attività.”

12 Outlook 2016: The Year in Review January 13, 2017