and Darby Military Communities www..army.mil June 29, 2018 | Vol. 51 | Issue 13 What’s Inside Gate 1 construction to impact traffic VICENZA — A construction project Berdy says frequently, ‘mission first, Gate 4 (Housing Gate). 2 designed to make it easier to merge onto safety always.’ This DPW project is de- There will be no change in operating Via Aldo Moro after leaving Caserma signed to make it safer to merge onto Via hours for Gate 4. Employee Spotlight Ederle’s Gate 1 will lead to traffic chang- Aldo Moro when exiting Gate 1,” said To ease the flow of traffic as people es from July 9 to Sept. 2. Norman Stiegler, director of DPW, Unit- head towards home at the end of the day, The Directorate of Public Works proj- ed States Army Garrison Italy. the garrison will open Gate 5 (Clinic 3 ect will close the exit from Gate 1 to Via During the project, Gate 2 (also known Gate) from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays. Italian pay system update Aldo Moro so work can be done to make as Chapel Gate) will remain open at all These temporary changes will not af- it easier for outgoing traffic to safely times for traffic leaving the garrison. No fect shuttle bus services to Marco Polo merge onto Aldo Moro. The entrance will traffic will be allowed to enter Chapel Airport, Caserma Del Din or Villaggio. 5 not be impacted and will remain open. Gate during the project. Bicyclists may The project will be completed by the Behavioral health provider “As Garrison Commander Col. Erik use the pedestrian gate or enter though U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (PAO) embeds with paratroopers Military personnel 7 encouraged to participate in housing survey VICENZA — The Overseas Housing Allowance Utility Expenses Survey takes place each year on behalf of the Al- 9 lowances Branch of the Defense Travel VMC youth sports Management Office, Department of -De fense. program concludes This year, service members in Italy may successful spring season take the survey from July 1 to July 31. The survey is designed to collect utility Thanks to the efforts of Army spouses and command support, the new playground and recurring maintenance expense data at Caserma Del Din opened June 15 for community use. incurred by uniformed service members 10 stationed overseas who reside in private Out & About housing. The data service members pro- Family members' suggestion vide assists in determining the Utility/ Recurring Maintenance Allowance paid to service members in the country sur- veyed. leads to Del Din playground In 2018, the survey also includes the Community needs. Survey results of Story and photo “moving in” expense survey for the 70 Army spouses identified a need on Moving In Housing Allowances (MIHA) by Marleisa Arocho-Irizarry Caserma Del Din where families could Directorate of Public Works, USAG Italy miscellaneous expenses which is done gather and children could play. every three years. The results were presented to the lead- Bridge Game, All military personnel residing in pri- VICENZA — A community dream has turned into reality with the construction ership of Army Garrison It- vate rental quarters are encouraged to aly in 2016. The garrison command team participate in this survey, as future al- of Caserma Del Din’s new playground completed earlier this month. granted their approval and sent notice to lowances will be set based on the results. the Directorate of Public Works to pro- 12 Low participation will risk a decrease, It all started when military spouse Rose Roorda, mother of three, decided to in- ceed with construction. The playground FMWR events, activities less money in paychecks to pay utili- opened to the community just two weeks ties and recurring expenses. The Mov- vest a few hours of her time to develop ing In Expense portion is also important a survey identifying Vicenza Military See PLAYGROUND, page 6 Facts because it's only looked at every three about July years, and this is a chance to increase amounts based on personnel input. lThe month of July is named The survey takes approximately 20 to after Julius Caesar by a 30 minutes, and spouses may also take decision of the Roman Senate the survey in place of the sponsor. How- in 44 B.C., as July was the ever, they will need the sponsor’s De- month of his birth. partment of Defense identification num- ber, written on the back of the sponsor’s lUntil the 18th century, the CAC card. word "July" in English had the To complete the utility portion of the stress on the first syllable and surveys, service members should have rhymed with "duly" or "truly." actual bills or records of utility and main- tenance expenses for the last 12 months. lJuly’s birthstone is the ruby, They will be expected to compute a which is said to symbolize monthly average for each of these ex- contentment. penses. To take the survey, go online to https:// Darby fire, emergency team marks 20 years lSeven U.S. presidents have www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/ohaSur- CAMP DARBY — From left: Garrison Italy Fire Chief died in July, which is more vey.cfm?ID=jul-utilmiha/. This is the Dwayne Harris; Lt. Col. Michael Parsons, director of Emergency Services; than any other month. only link to be used by Italy's survey re- Col. Renato Vaira, Italian base commander at Camp Darby; Col. Erik M. Berdy, spondents. The survey is available online commander, USAG Italy; Command Sgt. Maj. Mason L. Bryant, USAG Italy; lJuly and April start on the only; no paper copies are available. Tracy Grant, battalion fire chief, Darby Military Community; and Catherine same day in each year. Anyone with questions or needing as- Miller, DMC deputy garrison manager, USAG Italy, cut the ribbon of the new \ sistance should not hesitate to contact the Darby Fire Station on the department’s 20th anniversary, June 1. See story, (From www.popculturemadness.com) Housing Division in Vicenza, DSN 637- page 3. (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office) 7950/7951, comm. 0444-61-7950/7951. Speak Out By Laura Kreider and Chiara Mattirolo If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Russell Williams Joseph Nuttall Dawna-Rae Tobias Fullmer Beatrice Narducci Michele Maurri Vicenza MWR Sports, Dental Health Activity Hargesheimer U.S. Army Garrison Italy 405th AFSBn Africa Carabinieri Fitness and Aquatics Family member DMC DPW “I would like to learn “I would like to try “Learning Italian. I only “Anything creative, those “To learn multiple languages. snowboarding.” “I would like know about 200 words; things you create with foreign languages, I travel a lot and learning to learn street art I would like to your hands and get like English different languages (spray paint).” become proficient.” would be a big help.” satisfaction doing it." or Portuguese maybe.” EMERGENCY NUMBERS Letter to Employee Spotlight VICENZA FIRE AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY the Editor DSN 117; Comm. 0444-71-7117 24 hours To the Caserma Ederle Community, POLICE EMERGENCY DSN 112 / 114 / 115; Comm. 0444-71-7115 I am a coach at Vicenza High School, 24 hours and I want to say thank you to the Caser- DARBY ma Ederle community for your generous FIRE AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY support of the numerous fund-raising DSN 117; Comm. 051-54-7117 activities that our sports teams partici- 24 hours pated in this school year. Your contri- butions helped our athletes to travel to POLICE EMERGENCY their post season tournaments with a DSN 115; Comm. 051-54-7115 significantly reduced financial burden 24 hours for lodging. Anywhere in Italy — Off Post Fire 115 Sincerely, Ambulance 118 Adam Ridgley Carabinieri 112

(Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office) U.S. Army Europe Commander Follow us Lt. Gen. This week, Outlook puts the spot- Florence are fully registered, transported on our website, Christopher G. Cavoli light on Darby Military Community's and educated. Keeping the School Age Jennifer Kandell, facility director of Acting U.S. Army Africa Center and Youth Center programs fun www.italy.army.mil, Commander Child & Youth Services. and entertaining. and on social media. Brig. Gen. Eugene J. LeBoeuf Overview of job/duties: What do you like best about your job? "I manage the Youth Center, School "Working with the kids and helping USAG Italy Commander Age Center and School Liaison Offi- families through difficult transitions. and Publisher cer programs. I organize community Helping a family through the ISF/ Col. Erik M. Berdy events." NDSP registration process and making their transition to a private, international USAG Italy Public Affairs Director Major Goals: school in Italy go smoothly. James E. Brooks www.facebook.com/VMCItaly Obtaining accreditation for the "Providing fun activities and programs School Age Center. Ensuring that the www.pinterest.com/usagitaly Outlook Editor for youth and families on a small, remote Karin J. Martinez students at the International School of installation." www.flickr.com/photos/usagvicenza Public Affairs Staff Anna Ciccotti Laura Kreider Chiara Mattirolo Anna Terracino Mark Turney

Yard of the Month The Outlook is an authorized publication supporting the USAG Italy command VICENZA — The United States Army information program as provided by Garrison Italy recognized the June AR 360-1. All editorial content of the Yard of the Month awardees June Outlook is prepared, edited and approved 15 on Villaggio. Sergeant Héctor by the USAG Italy Public Affairs Office, Berrocalesramos, Vicenza Dental Unit 31401, Box 10, APO, AE 09630, located in Bldg. 10 on Caserma Ederle in Clinic, Dental Health Activity, and Vicenza, Italy. his wife Damaris Oliveras Cardona pose for a picture with Frank Lands Contents of the Outlook are not (left), deputy commander, U.S. necessarily the official news of, or Army Garrison Italy, and Command endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Sgt. Maj. Mason L. Bryant (right), Department of Defense, Department of the Army, Installation Management command sergeant major, USAG Command-Europe, U.S. Army Garrison Italy. The winners also received an Italy or U.S. Army Africa. AAFES gift card. The Outlook accepts submissions. Call (Photo by Laura Kreider, the editor with questions at DSN 637- VMC Public Affairs Office) 8031, comm. 0444-61-8031, or submit via email at usarmy.vmc.pao@mail. mil. A submission does not guarantee publication. Submissions may be edited at the discretion of the Public Affairs staff.

2 Outlook June 29, 2018 Garrison guides improvements to Italian pay system

“This way it will be fresher in every- Story and photo by Laura Kreider one's minds when we start the phased VMC Public Affairs Office rollout of the time-and-attendance pro- cess to the units/organizations during the VICENZA — At the end of last year, first months of 2019,” he said. Italian employees who work on Amer- Already planning for the future, the ican installations were updated on the company confirmed they have every- status of a 33-year-old pay system that thing they need at this time to work on malfunctioned in July 2017, causing a Phase IV requirements. backlog of family benefits and perfor- “Now that phases I and II have been de- mance award payments. livered, we will be talking in detail with Since then, progress has been made in them regarding the accounting and dis- the pay system, operated by the 266th bursing portions, and focusing on testing Financial Management Support Center, the service so that we can provide them which handles the paychecks of approxi- feedback on the build-out of our require- mately 1,120 host nation employees both ments within their platform,” he added. in Vicenza and at Camp Darby. Additionally, the LN Pay team contin- “I wanted to update everyone regarding ues to manage the old ILNPS and resolve the progress with Studio Centro srl of Vi- program issues as they arise on a regular cenza. We began the contract with them basis. back in March,” said Darryl McCoy, di- “All this work,” commented McCoy, rector of 266th Financial Management Cristina Dal Belin Peruffo (left) leads the new team members in the expanded LN “has only been possible with the help of Support Center’s Italy Finance Center Pay Office while Eliana Scacco (in the background, white shirt) reviews time and the staff at the 414th Contracting Support here. attendance information with Antonella Manzitto, a newly hired teammate. Other Brigade and the excellent staff in the LN He added that at the end of May they members of the new team from Studio Centro srl include Nadia Meneghello (back), Pay section within the Finance Office. held several meetings with representa- Camillo Marola (center), Giorgia Marroccu (second from right), and Giuseppe “The LN Pay team has gone above and tives of the local center, established in Muraro. beyond to keep the old service running the late 1960s. while working with Studio Centro to get “We received the first training/demon- ahead of schedule as it is not due until the and the product demonstration/training a new service ready to take over. I’m stration session with the new Italian Lo- end of August. was professional and very thorough. We very proud of the hard work and personal cal National Pay System (ILNPS). are working with our IMO team to es- “We discussed the training of the local sacrifice the team has made to make this “The first two phases of the contract tablish user accesses and controls to sup- timekeepers and supervisors, and mutu- positive change possible.” were delivered [May 30] and are now port this effort. The LN Pay team is very ally agreed that although ready in July, it being verified/tested by the Italy Finance excited to start using and testing it,” he would be better if the actual training was Once all phases are established, the Office team. Both were completed ahead continued. performed closer to the service start date last phase (Phase IV) will focus on U.S. of schedule, as Phase I was due June 1, After describing the status of phases I of the new ILNPS,” he said. Army payment and accounting systems. and Phase II on June 30. and II, McCoy added that the company According to McCoy, after demonstrat- This section of the process is scheduled "Thus far, the company has behaved is confident about the next phase (Phase ing the training to the finance team, the for the beginning of December with a precisely as advertised, being quick to III), which will be delivered before July actual service will start in November or functional payroll management start date bring up questions, respond to requests, 15, highlighting that it will be —again— December. of Jan. 1, 2019. Darby fire department celebrates 20 years of support to community

Story and photos by Chiara Mattirolo DMC Public Affairs Office

CAMP DARBY — The Fire and Emer- gency Services department here cele- brated its 20th anniversary and a new fire station in June. Fire and Emergency Services was es- tablished at Camp Darby June 1, 1998, and since then the department has grown in numbers and qualifications, improving specialized training in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association, and professionalism. “When the Fire and Emergency Ser- Firefighter Dario Barsotti poses with a vices was established back in ‘98, mostly kitten that members of the Darby team what we had was just our enthusiasm and rescued June 21. Barsotti participated willingness to perform this incredible in the rescue of the kitten, which was job,” said Marco Vanni, firefighter. under an air conditioning engine. “The building we were assigned was Camp Darby Fire and Emergency Services staff members pose for a group photo not adequate for a fire station, but we new facility here at Camp Darby, while during their 20th anniversary celebration June 15. kept improving with infrastructure, uni- the old fire station will stay in place on forms, vehicles and — more than any the Depot side of the installation to pro- other thing — appropriate development vide a timely response in case of need. training and certifications that allow us to “I am so proud of the hard work these be recognized as firefighters throughout guys (firefighters) are doing to ensure -se the world.” curity in our community,” Grant said. Prior to the establishment of the orga- Firefighters celebrated with firefighting nization, according to firefighter Massi- brethren from Pisa and members of the mo Ferrari, fire/emergency services were Italian Civil Protection, enjoying togeth- conducted with voluntary support by er a barbecue and a cake-cutting ceremo- military personnel. ny while discussing mutual support tech- “We have been growing constantly, niques and joint training. thanks to the passion and professional- “Interaction with the local fire preven- ism of our leaders — to the point that, in tion entities is vital for the community,” 2016, our station was recognized at (In- said Catherine Miller, deputy garrison stallation Management Command) lev- manager here. “I am glad the Italian Civ- el as Fire Department of the Year,” said il Protection and the team of forest fire Ferrari. prevention is here with us to maintain Today, the firefighter team is composed and establish joint training, support and One of the first Darby firefighting teams, circa 1990. (Courtesy photo) of 16 Italian National and four U.S. fire- response procedures.” fighters, in addition to Fire Chief Tracy Allen concurred. He added that train- Grant and Deputy Commander Andrew ing is key to a firefighter’s success, and sion is a strong community. fighter is, if he shows up to a fire station, Allen. In fact, the USAG Italy command interoperability is of utmost importance. “We are a big family,” he said. “No he would always be welcome as a mem- team recently cut the ribbon to a brand Most important, the firefighting profes- matter in what part of the world a fire- ber of the family.”

3 Outlook June 29, 2018 Theater professionals conduct youth camp

Story and photos by Laura Kreider VMC Public Affairs Office

CASERMA EDERLE — Soldiers’ Theatre played host to the West End Stage workshop here for the second year in a row. Approximately 30 children ranging from 7 to 15 years old had the chance to attend a weeklong workshop in the facility June 18-23 with a West End Stage team from London. “This year the planning phase was much easier since we already ran the camp last year and already had a system in place,” said Jodi Giesbrecht, Child & Youth Services instructional program specialist for SKIESUn- limited, who coordinated the event. “We received positive feedback from all families, so we reserved the theater for this year’s camp as soon as last year’s camp was over. We had many new children, but some did attend the theater camp last year. This is a very intense camp that has the youth singing, dancing, and acting all day, every day, for one week. Our staff loved observing the amount of energy that goes on be- Participants in the West End Stage program perform during final rehearsal June 22 at Soldiers’ Theatre. For the tween the instructors and the students. It's beautiful to second year in a row, Caserma Ederle brought a West End Stage team here, where approximately 30 children watch the bond that occurs especially since there is such ranging from 7 to 15 years old had the chance to attend a weeklong workshop with a mix of drama, singing and an age gap between the students,” she added. dance classes. The West End Stage team is made up of performers and she experienced last William Briggs, 15, another workshop's novice, echoed technical staff from West End shows. year and chose to at- Rockel’s words. “We had such a fabulous week. Jodi [Giesbrecht] was a tend again. She was “The instructors are the most kindhearted and flamboy- fantastic host. The children are extremely lucky to have impressed, she said, ant people I have ever met, who can be strict, but in a someone like her providing them with opportunities like by how the instruc- good way,” he said. this,” said Hollie Taylor, acting teacher whose West End tors taught “how to After participants were introduced to a mix of class- credits include “Matilda the Musical” and “Oliver!” sing and talk loudly es, the workshop culminated June 23 in a one-hour long “We are used to working with children of all ages and without hurting our performance with a full house. abilities, but the children on this base are very special. throats. They were “This was the first time I had the opportunity to see it,” They all have such beautiful, individual talents and per- nice, encouraging said Angelica , one of the parents in the audience. sonalities and a great love of theater. The facilities at the and pushed us to “It is incredible what they [children] were able to do Soldiers’ Theatre are brilliant, and Jerry [Brees] who our best.” in just one week. I was impressed by the quality of the runs the building provided us with everything we need- Brees, director of instructors, how they separated the participants into ed,” she said. Soldiers’ Theatre, groups for acting, dancing and singing and then brought Other tutors included Chrissy Cuttell (dance) who has started planning it all together with one amazing performance. I would performed in “Dirty Dancing” and “Les Miserables”; children’s musical totally recommend this experience to any student in the Matthew Johnston (singing), “Titanic The Musical”; and productions at the Vicenza community,” said Jordan. Jon Kindon (stage management) who worked on tech- theater in 2014 with If children are interested in theater, Soldiers’ Theatre nical teams for the National Theatre and “Young Fran- “The Little Mermaid.” Since then, interest for theater offers other opportunities for youth throughout the sea- kenstein.” within the Vicenza Military Community has continued son. “I think the biggest challenge for the children is the to grow; about 55 children participated in the most re- “If you missed the opportunity to participate in the amount of material we give them,” said Taylor. cent musical, “Honk! Jr.,” directed by Brees. summer theater camp this year, there are great ways for In fact, each student had to learn three group songs, all Arianna Rockel, 10, who was in that production, at- the talented youth of our community to get involved fully staged, a complex dance routine and a shortened tended this workshop for the first time. with theater with our annual holiday show in December version of a musical, all with their individual part to play. “My first experience in theatre was 'Scrooge,'” she and our annual youth musical in May,” Brees said. “We all were extremely proud of the students, for their said. “Since then, I have been in some musicals, 'Shrek Anyone interested should call DSN 634-7281, comm. development throughout the week and the strength of Jr.' and 'Honk! Jr.' 0444-71-7281; for information about next year camp their performance on the day,” Taylor said. “I learned dancing, singing and drama, and I loved the SKIESUnlimited at DSN 634-8051, comm. 0444-71- One participant, nine-year-old Erica Logan, liked what instructors; they were excellent,” Rockel said. 8051. US ambassador reaffirms support to African partners National Defense Force in 2013. Mala- nations, international agencies, and the 2018 plans team to build scenarios for the By Capt. Olivia Cobiskey wi, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Afri- U.S. military gathered for the final Shared command post exercise, said Kabandana. U.S. Army Africa Public Affairs Office ca hosted the events between 2014 and Accord 2018 planning exercise. Rwanda has two contingents, a contin- 2017. However, Rwanda has committed Major Gen. Innocent Kabandana, exer- gent of police and a level-two hospital, in KIGALI, Rwanda — A United States to hosting the exercise in 2019, making it cise director, agreed that Rwanda’s history the Central African Republic. ambassador addressed an audience at the the first time a country will host the exer- provides its people, including its soldiers, “Bangui today is not the same as the opening ceremony to finalize the 2018 cise two years in a row. a unique understanding of peacekeeping Bangui of 2014. Rwanda was not a small Shared Accord exercise plan at the Rwan- “We are proud of the role we continue to operations. player in that,” said Kabandana, referring da Military Academy in Gako, Rwanda, play in our partnership with Rwanda, the “Our history gave us the will to stand to Rwanda’s work in the Central African June 4-8. fourth largest troop-contributing country firm and work towards achieving the ‘nev- Republic. Peter Vrooman, United States ambassa- in the world with er again’ we speak “We are committed to do more. We dor to Rwanda, said the U.S. will contin- one of the best about when there believe in international cooperation, re- ue to find opportunities to work with its international rep- “We should not be bystanders when the are atrocities, human gional cooperation, working together African partners to build a continent that utations of profes- need calls for each of us — or all of us — rights violations and to achieve a common goal of a peaceful is safe, stable and secure. sionalism in peace- to stand and do something in the face of genocide being com- world and that peace starts with our coun- “The U.S. government, through both bi- keeping missions,” gross violations of human rights.” mitted elsewhere in try and our region.” lateral and multilateral security assistance Vrooman said. the world,” said Ka- Kabandana added that Rwanda provides --Major Gen. Innocent Kabandana and defense cooperation programs, has The ambassador bandana, adding that not only training facilities like the one at made significant investments and provid- added that Rwan- by sharing their sto- its military academy, but also a stable and ed unwavering support to strengthen the dans, who experienced their own geno- ry, Rwandans send a clear message. “We secure environment to accommodate the professionalization of African defense cide when more than 1 million Rwandans should not be bystanders when the need exercises. forces, including Rwanda,” Vrooman were killed during a three-month period calls for each of us — or all of us — to Col. Brian Elliott, U.S. Army Africa said. “This level of dedication to peace- in 1994, are uniquely suited to prepare stand and do something in the face of senior advisor for Shared Accord 2018, keeping, protecting the most vulnerable participants for future security instabili- gross violations of human rights.” agreed with the general. populations in some of the most danger- ties and peacekeeping operations. The Rwanda Defense Force is also fa- “Overall this has been a relatively easy ous places in the world, mirrors the com- “From what I know about the high stan- miliar with the United Nations Multidi- process, primarily because we have such mitment of all the countries represented dard of leadership, dedication and efforts mensional Integrated Stabilization Mis- willing and able partners here in Rwan- here who are taking part in Shared Ac- that Rwanda puts into all its endeavors, sion (MINUSCA) in the Central African da,” Elliott said. “I know there are still a cord 2018.” this initiative of the RDF should not take Republic having contributed troops to the lot of tasks to accomplish, but I feel con- In its sixth iteration, the Shared Accord anyone by surprise,” Vrooman told the peacekeeping operation since its creation fident that together with our RDF hosts, series began between the United States more than 90 participants from 11 Afri- in 2014. The MINUSCA mission will be we will complete all those things that are Africa Command and the South Africa can partner nations, three western Allied used as a model by the Shared Accord required.”

4 Outlook June 29, 2018 Health & Wellness Embedded health provider 'blends in' with paratroopers

By Tamara Passut US Army Health Center-Vicenza

VICENZA — It takes strength of body and mind to strap on more than 100 pounds of combat equipment, walk con- fidently to the open door of an aircraft flying at 1,200 feet, and step out to freef- all into battle. That strength of mind is what Lance Chamberlain, clinical psychologist, and his colleagues in the Embedded Behav- ioral Health Clinic work tirelessly to fo- cus on every day. In early June, Chamberlain joined paratroopers from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Bri- gade during Operation Rock Drop II. He met paratroopers at the Aviano Air Force Base flight line, worked with them Lance Chamberlain, clinical psychologist and embedded behavioral health provider as they completed pre-jump prepara- for Combat Team, prepares to board the C-130 "Hercules" tions, donned their combat equipment at Aviano Air Force Base with paratroopers. (Courtesy photo) and boarded the aircraft. Captain Justin Rider (right), jumpmaster, Chamberlain then rode shoulder to 503rd Inf. Rgt. is so important. attaches gear to a paratrooper of 173rd shoulder with the Soldiers aboard the “These behavioral health providers en- “Our goal is to be visible to the for- Airborne Brigade Combat Team during C-130 "Hercules” and watched as each gage Soldiers from within the footprint of mation and to encourage paratroopers Operation Rock Drop II in Aviano. (Photo one definitively stepped through that air- the brigade, enhancing operational read- to walk through our door with the same by Lance Chamberlain, 173rd ABCT) craft door. iness and eliminating barriers to care,” trust and confidence that they use to The mission of the Embedded Behav- said Lt. Col. Kane Morgan, commander walk through the door of a C-130,” said Bn., 503rd Inf. Brigade Combat Team ioral Health Clinic is not just to be as- of the health clinic in Vicenza. Chamberlain. “If paratroopers can inter- (Abn.). “The EBH Clinic is doing great signed to units. The staff interacts with Behavioral health providers regularly act with us in their environment, we can things for the paratroopers who make the Soldiers where they train and on their accompany the unit they serve on train- break down barriers and overcome any effort to use it, but sometimes the- stig missions. That is, they do not just stay in ing missions and deployments to inter- misconceptions about behavioral health ma that comes with initiating behavioral an office and wait for Soldiers to come sit act cohesively with command teams and care.” health care can prevent paratroopers from on their couch. paratroopers outside the walls of a clinic On this training mission it wasn’t just seeking it out. Having Doc out there with "Within the 173rd, our embedded be- setting. a medic on the team, but a behavioral us gets at the root of that issue.” havioral health professionals are a crit- “When our embedded behavioral health health provider as well, ensuring each If you or someone you care about could ical member of the team. They assist providers train side by side with the bri- Soldier functioned at his or her best, both benefit from meeting with a behavioral paratroopers in reaching their potential gade, they gain important insight into the in body and mind. health professional, please reach out by and are trusted advisors to leaders, and demands facing our paratroopers while "Having Dr. Chamberlain in the PAHA calling DSN 636-9140, comm. 0444-61- they always take the extra steps to get a simultaneously building camaraderie and and on our aircraft with us was an awe- 9140. better feel for the conditions under which respect with the Soldiers and their com- some opportunity for ‘Rock’ Paratroop- our paratroopers strive to excel," said Lt. manders,” said Morgan. ers to assign a face to a resource,” said (Passut is the patient advocate and public Col. J.D. Keirsey, commander, 2nd Bn., Chamberlain explained why that Capt. Justin Rider, commander, H/2nd affairs representative for USAHC-V.) Parent & Child Read those online privacy policies! Practical tips on what to look for What information or data will be col- using the service? How is the information protected? Do By Mieke VanderBorght lected? What does the service want to they have secure ways to make sure my Contributor know about you? Will the service be How does the service collect the in- information isn't susceptible to hackers? collecting you or your child's name, date formation? Do I (or my child) choose How can you contact the company? If Writer's note: This is a follow-up to "Protect- of birth, email address, location, credit to provide it upon registering? Does the I have questions or concerns about pri- ing children's online privacy: Tips, thoughts for keeping safe" that appeared in the June card number, Internet habits, or pictures? service track my usage and habits auto- vacy issues, is there a way to contact the 15 issue of the Outlook. Why does it want matically? Does company? Can I request that the compa- to collect this it use cookies? ny correct or update my information? If VICENZA — You know that as a parent, data and how is so, is there a cost to doing so? you are in charge of safeguarding your it relevant to the How will the There are ways for tech companies to children's online privacy. And you know service? Does it information be collect and track data on every move of that an important part of that is to read have to collect used? Does the today's digital natives (a.k.a., kids who the privacy policies of apps and websites this information information stay are born into today's digital world), from you and your children use. for you to be able within the ser- their first breath to their every develop- Wait, what? You mean read those long to use the ser- vice or does it get ment. Our job as 21st century parents policies with all the fine print and com- vice? Is the infor- sent to others? becomes ever more difficult as we need plicated legal language? Who can under- mation aggregate If it gets shared, to make thoughtful and purposeful deci- stand those things? (as part of group with whom is it sions about how to manage our children's Theoretically, as part of the newly ad- data), or is it individual? Does it collect shared? Marketers? Government and law digital lives. opted General Data Protection Regula- the data once or on an ongoing basis? enforcement? Can I opt out of anything? Rather than letting digital media the tion (GDPR), privacy policies should Will my information be used to try to sell power to manage your family's life, care- be getting a bit more reader-friendly (at Are there any particular protections me things? fully reading privacy policies is yet an- least for apps and websites used by Euro- for handling data from children? Does other important step towards taking con- pean Union citizens). the service have age limits or require pa- How and for how long will the infor- trol and taking charge. But no matter how clearly written a pri- rental consent? Look at the service itself. mation be stored? Does my information Does it allow for avatars versus pictures? get purged at some point? Do I have a (VanderBorght is a Child Development Specialist/Media vacy policy is, the things you should be Educator and Family Advocacy Program Parent-Child looking for don't change. Consider the Are there ways for children to unknow- right to request that the service deletes Educator and Emergency Placement Coordinator for following: ingly share personal information while my information at any time? U.S. Army Garrison Italy.)

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5 Outlook June 29, 2018 News briefs

Estate claim paying, denying or offering a counter- Anyone having any claims on or claim. obligations to the estate of Staff Sgt. Anyone with questions or needing Krasean L. Clayborn, formerly of 54th more information should stop by the Brigade Engineer Battalion (Airborne), Claims Office in Building 166 on should contact the summary court Caserma Ederle, or call DSN 634- officer, 1st Lt. Thomas A. Rupp at +39- 8831/32, comm. 0444-61-8831/32. 388-257-1496 or DSN 637-4167, or via email at [email protected].. Power outage on Del Din Residents and employees of Caserma Mosquito spraying Del Din will be affected by a power The U.S. Army Garrison Italy outage to allow the Directorate of Public Directorate of Public Works Operations Works to perform maintenance. The & Maintenance Division will spray for outage will take place for all buildings mosquitos with ULV fogger. Spraying on Caserma Del Din July 7, 8 a.m.-1 will take place July 2 & 3, 4-8 a.m. and p.m. Taylor, Mariah and Jasmyne share a happy moment at Sure Start, a free pre-school July 19 & 20, 7-11 p.m., on Caserma program for four-year-olds. Consider whether your family meets the criteria for the Del Din. Attention: Holders of program and contact the Vicenza Elementary School today. (Courtesy photo) In the case of inclement weather, the government travel cards spray will be postponed until the next All holders of a Government Travel day. Community members are asked to Charge Card (GTCC) must confirm Full-day preschool available not walk on the streets unless absolutely mailing addresses for a new SmartPay3R necessary for about an hour after the card through CitiManager now. VICENZA — Vicenza Elementary Considerations for enrollment may in- treatment to give the spray time to The current SmartPay2R GTCC School offers the Sure Start Preschool clude one or more of the following con- dissipate. Anyone with questions should contract will expire Nov. 29, and the Program that is modeled after Head Start ditions: call DSN 634-8236/8237. new contract will begin Nov. 30. in the United States. lChild must be four years old by Sept. 1 A few things cardholders need to The full-day, high-quality preschool lChild had a low birth weight, below 5.5 Pool closure know: for four-year-olds targets children who pounds The fitness center pool on Caserma lCurrent SmartPay 2 cardholders may potentially be “at risk” for not be- lChild has parent/s whose primary lan- Del Din is closed through July 31 for eligible for a new SmartPay 3 account ing ready for kindergarten the following guage is not English ventilation maintenance. will receive their new card in late year. lParent/s were teenagers when the first summer/early fall 2018. New cards There is a mandatory parent education child was born Dining facility closes temporarily will have new account numbers and component that includes scheduled home lParent/s did not graduate from high The Curry Dining Facility on Caserma expiration dates. visits, quarterly parent meetings and par- school Ederle will be closed through July lIt is important that cardholders ticipation in the classroom. lChild lives in a single-parent home 5. Meals will be provided at the Del confirm mailing address for where the The program is designed for children lThe child’s sponsor is currently de- Din DFAC for Soldiers who receive new card will be mailed. To do this, of sponsors who rank E4 and below, but ployed or will be soon deployed Subsistence in Kind during this closure. contact Citi at the number on the back anyone is welcome to fill out an applica- lThe child has an older sibling with a For more information, contact DSN of existing card. tion. There are two classes of 18 children disability 637-8950, comm. 0444-61-8950. lUse the existing travel card for each, and applications are accepted all lAt home there are three or more chil- official travel expenses until 11:59 p.m. year. dren close in age Financial counselor at ACS Nov. 29, then begin using the SmartPay If classes are full, applicants are put Personal financial counselor services 3 card beginning at midnight Nov. 30. into a “waiting pool” and when there is If interested, stop by Vicenza Elemen- are available at Army Community -Eligibility criteria for a new SmartPay an opening, the child most qualified is se- tary School to get an application, or call Service on Caserma Ederle through 3 account is defined by the Department lected by the steering committee. 0444-61-8640 for more information. July 5. Soldiers, family members and of Defense Travel Charge Card Program Department of the Army civilians may Office and your component. schedule an appointment by calling lThose with questions should contact DSN 634-7942, comm. 348-228-3096. their Agency Program Coordinator. Or email [email protected]. If your APC is not available, contact Citi at the number on the back of your Warrant Officer Cohort existing card. 100th anniversary lHolders must immediately verify All warrant officers, officers, enlisted receipt of the new card by following the and Vicenza Military Community instructions on the sticker affixed to the (active, retired and family members) are front of the card. invited to participate in a fun run/walk Place the card in a safe place until you in celebration of the U.S. Army Warrant are ready to use it. It will not be effective Officer Cohort 100th anniversary. The until midnight Nov. 30. run/walk will take place 6 a.m., July Contact your command's Government 9, and will include information on the Travel Charge Card representative with history of warrant officers in the U.S. any additional questions, or contact Army, guest speakers, cake cutting, Citi at the number on the back of your music and more. Join the event at existing card. PLAYGROUND Hoekstra Field on Caserma Ederle. (Continued from page 1) Soil-free standard for shipments ago on June 15. Reminder from Claims Office Europe is home to many agricultural Public Works leveraged the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and their certified play- Have you recently PCS'd or preparing pests not found in the United States ground design expert from the United States to design and construct an area that to make a permanent change of station? and soil is a natural hideout for them. would meet the requirements for the VMC population within the age range of six Doing the right thing at the right time Importation of soil into the United States months to 12 years. The new playground is centrally located adjacent to the AAFES can help ensure any loss or damage to from foreign sources is prohibited. shoppette and in close proximity to the parking structures on Del Din. It is comprised your household goods is covered. Personnel assigned to Europe must of a fenced, covered area with appropriate equipment, fall protection and use zones. Personnel have 75 days from the date ensure they clean anything that collects Moreover, there is a shaded outdoor area with picnic tables next to the playground they receive the Household Goods dirt before they send it stateside, whether where parents can sit down to enjoy lunch or a coffee while their children have a fun, shipment to file a notice of loss and as military cargo, mail, household goods safe and enjoyable time playing outside. damage, noting an intent to file a claim. or a privately owned vehicle. The pests Upon completion of the playground, Roorda said, “It was great seeing how respon- Claimants then have nine months from soil contains can cause great damage to sive the garrison was to this need. I first noticed it as an issue as I have been in the the receipt date of the HHG shipment to the U.S. farming economy. MOMs Club since 2015, and many of the moms there talked about no activities for file an itemized claim with DPS in order Military vehicles and equipment are the kids. to receive Full Replacement Value for especially prone to collecting dirt, mud “Also, lots of people would frequent the nearby ‘Kids Village,’ which is a little missing or damaged items. or soil, and must be thoroughly washed, privately run indoor play park where kids can play for a €5 entry fee. Since this need Claims filed after nine months but especially the undercarriage, before had been talked about but nothing had been put in place, I decided to take action and within two years qualify for limited they can be shipped stateside. send proof of our needs to the appropriate, higher-level person.” compensation. Removing soil could be expensive at Similarly, DPW Director Norman Stiegler said, “I am extremely pleased we are able Any filing after two years could result the port of entry, so it is easier, cheaper to respond to a need of the VMC community identified by the family readiness groups in the denial of the entire claim. File and more effective to wash items for both the 173rd Airborne Brigade and USAG Italy Headquarters and Headquarters notice of loss and damage and claim contaminated by soil overseas before Company.” directly with the Transportation Service shipping. More than just a mere infrastructure investment, the playground is an investment in Provider (TSP) on Move.mil. Call a military customs office to find Soldiers and their families. The playground will enhance Soldiers’ livability and work Service members aren't the only ones out more about agricultural threats to environment by allowing them to spend quality time with their families whether it is with deadlines: the TSP is required to the United States, or visit www.eur. at lunch, during a coffee break, after work, or on weekends. act on claims within 60 days, either army.mil/opm/customs/uscustoms.htm.

6 Outlook June 29, 2018 Independence Day Celebration Caserma Ederle Sports Field

PUBLIC Entry/Exit

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DoD ID PUBLIC cardholders

Entry for DoD ID cardholders Restricted items lJuly 2 & 3: Access to Child Development Center on No-Name Street is for drop off and pick up only. lEnter at the following locations: lNo pets, backpacks, skateboards, bicycles, scooters, 9th Street hoverboards or coolers allowed in event area. (in front of the Caserma Ederle Fitness Center) lNo cans or glass bottles. Purchasing food/tickets lNo outside food or drink. lDollars and euros accepted. Ederle Inn parking lot lBlankets and lawn chairs are allowed in event area. lItalian vendors accept euros only. lThere will be no guest sign-in on July 4. Emergencies Schedule of events lGuests must remain with sponsors at all times. If lFamiliarize yourself with exit closest to your location, the guest is younger than 18 years old, one or both l4 p.m. — Event opens in case of emergency. parents must accompany him/her. Kids' rides in Ederle Inn parking lot; dunk tank; *Please note: ID cards will be checked when entering and fund-raising booths with food, memorabilia and more; lIf there is an emergency, exit in a calm manner and exiting the event area. food vendors with burgers, hot dogs, Italian sausage follow instructions of the personnel manning the exit and fries; 5 beer locations; mixed drinks and pizza and public address system. Entry for public slices at The Arena l10:30 p.m. — Fireworks l Note the following entry/exit information and other Emergency medical teams will be set up on 9th Street, l11:45 p.m. — Carabinieri guide public visitors out of restrictions: behind the stage. Gate 5 lPublic will be allowed to enter at Gate 4B, 7th lMidnight — Event concludes l Street (Via Barnaba Pizzardi and Via Corbetta cor- There will be two roving medical personnel at the ner) beginning at 4 p.m. event site. Main stage schedule lExit will be Gate 5 (near Health Center), 9th Street Parking l4-6:15 p.m. — Open Mic/Local Talent (Via Corbetta). l4:30-9:15 p.m. — Arry and the Drifters (rockabilly) lCars left in Ederle Inn parking lot after July 2 will be l9:30-10:30 p.m. — Cindy and the Rock History (rock towed. lEntrance gate closes at 10:20 p.m. 'n' roll, classic rock to the '80s) At 11:45 p.m., the Carabinieri will begin directing the l10:30-10:53 p.m. — Fireworks lNo cars will be allowed to remain on No-Name Street public to exit via Gate 5. l10:54-11:45 p.m. — Cindy and the Rock History from June 30 to July 5 (for set up/tear down/clean up).

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7 Outlook June 29, 2018 Festa dell'Indipendenza Americana Campo Sportivo Caserma Ederle

Giostre e attivita'

Fuochi d'artificio

Stand Birra Entrata/Uscita Pubblico

Stand Birra Titolari americani e italiani muniti di tessera di riconoscimento Stand Entrata/Uscita Birra Pubblico

Stand Stand Gastronomici Clinica Birra Uscite di emergenza Palcoscenico Pubblico

Uscita Pubblico Pronto Soccorso Entrata/Uscita Titolari Tessera US di riconoscimento Entrata per il Pubblico

Accesso per i titolari di tessera È vietato portare: l2 e 3 luglio. L’accesso al Centro d’Assistenza per l’In- fanzia sarà consentito solo per accompagnare ed an- militare statunitense di riconosci- lAnimali domestici, zaini, skateboard, biciclette, mo- dare a prendere i bambini. mento torini, pattini a rotelle e borse termiche lLattine e bottiglie di vetro Acquisti/Biglietti lCibo e bevande lPossono accedere dalla 9th Street (davanti alla l lSi possono portare sedie a sdraio e coperte Si potrà pagare sia in euro che in dollari palestra della Caserma Ederle) o dal parcheggio da- lI venditori italiani accetteranno solo pagamenti in euro vanti all' Ederle Inn. lNon si potranno sponsorizzare ospiti il 4 luglio. Emergenze lGli ospiti devono rimanere sempre con i loro spon- Programma lLocalizzate l’uscita più vicina a voi in caso di emer- sor. Se l’ospite ha meno di 18 anni, deve essere ac- l genza. 16.00 – Inizio attività di intrattenimento compagnato/a da almeno uno dei genitori. Giostre per bambini nel parcheggio della Ederle Inn; Vasca Splash; stand di raccolta-fondi con cibo, souvenir *Le carte d’identità verranno controllate sia all’entrata lIn caso di emergenza, uscite in modo ordinato seguendo le istruzioni del personale addetto. e molto altro; stand con hamburger, hot dog, salsicce e che all’uscita. patatine fritte; birre; bevande e pizze all’Arena l lSquadre mediche d’emergenza verranno predisposte 22.30 – Spettacolo pirotecnico l Accesso per il pubblico sulla 9th Street, dietro al palco. 23.45 – I Carabinieri dirigono il pubblico verso l’uscita su Via Corbetta (Entrata 5) Prestare attenzione alle seguenti informazioni: l lMezzanotte – Conclusione dell’evento lIl pubblico accederà unicamente tramite varco pe- Ci saranno due operatori della squadra medica mo- bile durante l’evento. donale da Via Barnaba Pizzardi, 97 (Entrata 4B, 7th Programma spettacoli sul palco prin- Street) dalle 16.00. lL’uscita avverrà esclusivamente dal cancello in cipale corrispondenza di Via Corbetta (vicino alla Clinica, Parcheggio l16.00-18.15 –- Open mic/Talent show 9th Street, Entrata 5). lI veicoli lasciati nel parcheggio adiacente all’ Ederle l16.30-21.15 — Arry and the Drifters (rock) lL’accesso sarà consentito fino alle 22.20. Inn dopo il 2 luglio saranno rimossi. l21.30-22.30 — Cindy e The Rock History (rock’n’roll, Ad iniziare dalle 23.45, i Carabinieri inviteranno il rock anni 80) pubblico ad uscire utilizzando l’uscita su Via Corbet- lPer motivi organizzativi, dal 30 giugno al 5 luglio non l22:30-22.53 — Spettacolo pirotecnico ta (Entrata 5). sarà possibile parcheggiare lungo la strada fra l’Arena l22.54-23.45 – Cindy e The Rock History e il campo sportivo.

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8 Outlook June 29, 2018 Sports Vicenza youth come out in force for successful spring sports season by Jamal A. Verdell in Installation Management Youth Sports & Fitness Director Command-Europe. The tennis program taught by two coaches ran twice each VICENZA — The Youth week for an hour with youth Sports & Fitness Program at ages 6-15. Week to week, Child Youth Services here has coaches would work with ath- just wrapped up a fun spring letes on how to hold on the rac- season of team sports. quet, footwork, backhand, fore- The season included T-ball, hand and more. baseball and softball, along The track program was led with individual sports of track twice weekly with the support and tennis, fitness and outreach of many parent volunteers. opportunities with the Homes- Youth determined whether they chool Physical Education Pro- enjoyed long-distance running gram, Vicenza Middle School or short sprints, and trained for and a newly developed running their respective end-of-season club. track meet events such as the With participation of more 50m, 100m, 200m dash, or the than 350 athletes, it takes out- 800 and 1600 run, as well as standing sports staff personnel long jump or shotput throw. The such as Christina Giaretta (fit- meet was an opportunity for ness specialist), Anthony Pe- youth to showcase their skills, Refer to the CYS Summer ters (field maintenance), Potter and it was a day filled with an- Activities trifold for more in- Swartz (sports specialist) and ticipation and energy as AFN formation or call our office at Ladi Pecsuk (assistant director) Vicenza was present supplying 0444-61-7160 or 0444-61-7161. — along with exceptional vol- the athletes with warm-up mu- Anyone with questions about unteers and parents — to collab- sic and event commentary. upcoming seasons or interested oratively create a fun, safe envi- This spring, the youth sports in becoming a volunteer coach ronment where youth can learn, team also started a new ini- should give the office a call. play and develop not only sport tiative with the "Run for Your The youth sports staff would but also life skills through sport. Life" running club. like to thank and recognize all The youth baseball program is The free club was open to volunteer coaches and parents available to children as early as youth registered with Child & who helped facilitate the sports A multitude of spring sports were offered to the youth of Vicenza age three and up to age 15. The Youth Services. Forty athletes season. It is because of their Military Community. More than 350 children between the ages of three- to four-year-old athletes and some of their parents par- commitment to the program that 3 and 15 participated in T-ball, baseball, softball, tennis and more. participated in the Start Smart ticipated, using the hour to run we are able to develop and en- The youth sports director praised parents and volunteers for their "parent and me" program, where several miles each day. Collec- hance young lives for the better contribution to a successful season. For information on summer athletes and parents met with tively, the club ran a total of 226 through sport. activities, contact Child & Youth Services. (Courtesy photos) the coach each week. During miles. Information will be com- these meetings, the children ing soon as to when the club will started building a foundation for start again. the fundamentals of the game. Outreach programs included Baseball athletes ages five to the Homeschool PE program, nine participated in T-ball or which gave children who are baseball, where fundamentals homeschooled an opportunity of their game continue to be de- to participate in activities such veloped. The 10- to 12-year-old as yoga, floor hockey, kickball baseball and 13- to 15-year-old and more. baseball and softball teams fur- During the summer months, thered their sport development several clinics are available to by competing with other teams. keep youth active and engaged. They played Aviano Air Base All clinics offered are $20, and and participated in a friendship each enrollment is open and game against Italian baseball closes the Friday before the team Vigardolo di Monticel- start of each clinic. Clinics of- lo Conte Otto before finishing fered include triathlon, archery, the season in tournament play CrossFit 101, lacrosse, basket- against other installations with- ball, soccer and volleyball.

Friendly soccer event LONGARE — One team of seven players from 207th Military Intelligence Brigade join in a friendly round-robin soccer event in the town of Longare June 16. The town played host to its local festival, offering a variety of events and entertainment to the community. In the photo, Shilo Velasquez, 207th MI Bde., prepares to cross into the penalty box during the first game against the local team Nuova Medellin, while Vincente Moreno, left, looks on. In addition to the American team, four teams, including volunteers and local soccer clubs, participated in the sport event, including Le Quattro Stagioni, Pieve di Longare and Spalle Lussate.

(Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

9 Outlook June 29, 2018 Out & About by Anna Terracino, VMC Public Affairs Office

procedures, poses, breathing and Fitness in the park, Vicenza meditation. & NEARBY Bioenergy Workout: July 12 and July 18, 7:30-8:30 p.m., La Radura. Notte Bianca/ White Night Aikido: July, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Palco di June 29-30, 5 p.m.–3 a.m., Vicenza, Piazza dei Signori, Porta Papa. Aikido is a form of self- Piazza Castello, Piazza San Lorenzo, Giardini Salvi, defense and martial art that uses lock, Piazza Matteotti, Piazza delle Erbe; Contrà Pescherie. holds, throws and the opponent’s own Evenings of shopping and fun downtown Vicenza; movements. stores will be open until 11 p.m.; concerts, street artists, and dancing. Free access to all events. Fridays Jiu jitsu: June, 7-8:45 Palco del Palio delle Contrade/Districts' Competition Tempietto. Jiu jitsu is a Japanese art of June 29-30, 8-11 p.m., Camisano Vicentino. Historical unarmed combat and physical training parade at 8 p.m.; competition at 9 p.m.; entertainment that develops self-control and self- with jesters, magic and fire shows. esteem. http://www.eventiesagre.it/Eventi_Storici/1131_ Saturdays Kung Fu: July, 6-7 p.m., La Radura. Palietto+e+Palio+delle+Contrade.html Celtic festival, Isola Live Festival Sundays June 29, beginning at 7 p.m., and June 30 from 4 p.m., Tai chi: July, 9-10:30 a.m., Palco del Tempietto. Chinese Isola Vicentina, Parco Rizzi, Via San Antonio 13. Live ancient exercises, described as meditation in motion, music, workshops, musical instruments exhibit, food which promote serenity through gentle, flowing trucks (one features vegan products); entertainment movements. for children. Free entrance and free camping. Self-defense workshops: August, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Palco del Tempietto. Festa della Tagliata/Slice Steak Festival June 29-July 4, 6:30 p.m.-midnight, in Sarmego, David Chipperfield Architects Works Grumolo delle Abbadesse, Piazzale della Chiesa, about Through Sept. 2,Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 10 miles southeast of Vicenza. Food booths featuring 5-8 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.- 8 p.m., Vicenza, the local Sorana sliced steak, bruschetta, beer and non- Palladian Basilica, Piazza dei Signori. Contemporary alcoholic drinks open at 6:30 p.m. Carnival rides; live architecture exhibit; entrance fee: €12; reduced €8. music and dancing start at 9 p.m.; fireworks July 4 at 11:30 p.m. La Partita a Scacchi a personaggi viventi Live Chess Game Castelli di Gusto Sept. 7-9, Marostica, Piazza degli Scacchi, about Wine and Cheese Tasting at a Castle 18 miles north of Vicenza. Grand opening Sept. June 29, Thiene, Corso Garibaldi 2. Two guided tours, 7 at 9 p.m., Sept. 8-9, 9 p.m. This chess match one from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and another from 9 to 10:30 commemorates the historic chess match of 1454. The p.m. Visit the castle and taste three Breganze wines and game is a reenactment of the match that Lord Taddeo three Asiago cheeses. Cost is €20. Call 348-896-4870 to Parisio held to determine the marriage of his daughter. reserve a visit and choose the time of your tour. Purchase tickets well in advance online at http://www. marosticascacchi.it/it/partitaascacchi/ticket.html#1. Festa della Tosella/Tosella Cheese Festival Sand Sculpture Festival, Jesolo June 30-July 4, 6;30-11 p.m., in Villalta, Gazzo Sculture di Sabbia/Sand Sculpture Festival Padovano. Tosella is a non-fermented white cheese also sale; food booths. Free entrance. Through Sept. 9, Jesolo, Piazza . This year’s known as white steak; food booths featuring Tosella July 20: Happy Jack’s (Italy); C.S.N. & Y Hommage; theme is "Sand Raptors." International artists take part and many other local specialties, wine and beer. Opens Atomic Rooster (UK); Fabio Stevie Ulliana & Off in this special event by competing in shaping every kind at 7 p.m.; live music and dancing from 9 p.m.; carnival Limits Band (Italy) of artistic figure with fine golden sand. Free entrance. rides; July 4, fireworks at 11:45 p.m. July 21: Screaming Eagles (Italy); The Shaman’s Blues (Italy); Hundred Seventy Split (UK); Tres Hombres Egitto. Dei, faraoni e Uomini Festa della Bruschetta/Bruschetta Festival (Italy) . Gods, Pharaohs and Men Through July 2, Arcugnano, about 5 miles south of July 22: Young bands’ Contest Through Sept. 18, Fridays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Vicenza. Food booths featuring the typical bruschette Jesolo, Via Aquileia 123. This exhibit offers a display (i.e. toasted bread seasoned with garlic, olive oil, etc.), Estate al Parco/Summer at the Park of Egyptian artifacts coming from the most important bigoli, gnocchi and other local specialties open at 7 Free outdoor fitness classes collections of Italian and foreign museums. Entrance p.m. Live music and dancing from 8 p.m.; local craft Through Aug. 31, Vicenza, Parco Querini, Viale fee: €16; reduced: €12 (senior citizens older than 65; exhibit and charity raffle. Rodolfi. students and people with disabilities); €8 (children aged 6-12); free for children younger than 6. Tickets Triskell – Festa Internazionale di Musica Celtica Mondays include audio guide. Triskell – International Celtic Music Festival Tai chi: July, 7-8:30 p.m., Palco del Tempietto. Ancient Venice Secrets –Crime & Justice Exhibit Through July 1, Trieste; Boschetto del Ferdinandeo; Chinese exercises, described as meditation in motion, Via Carlo de Marchesetti. Opens at 4 p.m. on weekdays which promote serenity through gentle, flowing Through Sept. 30, open daily, 10 a.m.-10 p.m, Venice, and 10:30 a.m. Fridays-Sundays; Celtic market and movements. Palazzo Zaguri, Campo San Maurizio. In a Venetian food; natural elements, fire and crystal balls shows Do-in: July, 7-8 p.m., La Radura. Exercises for physical palace, through a five-story route divided into 36 with Vassago. Celtic wedding celebrations (€10); live and mental well-being. rooms, visitors will see a secret side of the city. The music every night starts at 9 p.m. Clay workshops; Fit and Motion: July, 7-8 p.m., at Porta Papa; music display is divided in four sections: justice and torture; free Scottish and Celtic dancing workshop; archery fitness workouts that include cadiovascular activity, prisons and prisoners; capital executions; Inquisition workshops; body and face painting. toning and stretching. and Holy Office. Entrance fee: €16; reduced €12, for senior citizens older than 65 and children ages 6-14. Jesolo Jazz’N’Blues Tuesdays Free live jazz in Jesolo, 9 p.m. Jazzercise: July, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Palco del Tempietto. July 10, Barbara Belloni Rolling Thunder, Piazza Krav Maga: July, 7-8 p.m., La Radura. An effective, VENETO MARKETS Marconi modern and dynamic self-defense and fighting system. July 23, Oglio Olio e Swing, Piazza Milano Open Air Dance: July 24, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., Palco del Aug. 6, On Cue Jazz Xtet, Piazza Marconi Tempietto. Flamenco; belly dance and modern dances. Marostica (Vicenza): July 1, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. April- Super Tone 360: July , 7:30- 8:30 p.m., Parlo Porta di September, Piazza Castello (135 vendors) Papa. Exercises to invigorate your muscles and shape Feste Marinare/ Sea Festival Noventa Vicentina (Vicenza): July 1, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., in Piazza IV July 13-14, July 27-28, Aug. 10-11 and Aug. 17-18, your body. Novembre (120 vendors) from 6:30 p.m., Cortellazzo (Jesolo), Sport Center, Via Amba Alagi 47. A variety of fish specialties; music and Wednesdays Vittorio Veneto (Treviso): July 1, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Serravalle, Piazza dancing. Taij and Qi gong: July, 6:30-8 p.m. La Radura. Chinese Minucci and surrounding streets (75 vendors) ancient exercises that integrate physical postures, Lonigo(Vicenza): July 8, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Garibaldi, Piazza Jamrock Festival breathing techniques and meditation. XX Settembre, Via Ognibene (about 100 vendors) July 18-22, 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Vicenza, Parco Farini, Via Yoga: July, 6:45-8 p.m., Palco del Tempietto. Farini. Live music, shows, street food and craft beer, Ethnic Dances: July 4, July 11, and July 17, 8-8:45 p.m., Montegrotto (Padova): July 8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza 1º Maggio. street art; entrance fee: €1 until 9 p.m.; €2 after 9 p.m. Palco del Tempietto. (about 70 vendors) Portobuffolè (Treviso): July 8, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Beccaro Brudstock – Three days of peace, love, and music Thursdays (about 250 vendors) July 20-22, Vigonovo di Fontanafredda (Pordenone). Taij and Qi gong: July, 9:30-11 a.m. La Radura. Live music, motor show with vintage cars, motorcycles Hatha Yoga: August, 7-8:30 p.m. Palco del Tempietto. Villafranca (): July 8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Castello (90 and trucks from the ‘70s; vintage items exhibit and Exercises that include physical postures, purification vendors)

10 Outlook June 29, 2018 Out & About

Mercantia, Certaldo CONCERTS/SPORTS

Santana – June 29 Padova Ziggy Marley – June 29 Legnano () Ben Howard – July 4 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) Steve Hackett – July 4 ; July 8 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July 14 Pistoia Simple Minds – July 5 Marostica Anastacia – July 5 Pordenone; July 14 Jay-Z & Beyoncè – July 6 Milan; July 8 Rome Cigarettes After Sex – July 7 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July 10 Rome Ringo Starr – July 8 Lucca; July 9 Marostica; July 11 Rome Deep Purple – July 9 Verona Iron Maiden – July 9 Milan; July 17 Trieste Alice in Chains – July 10 Milan James Blunt – July 10 Genoa; July 11 Padova; July 13 Pistoia; July 17 Rome Roger Waters – July 11 Lucca; July 17-18 Assago Joss Stone – July 15 Verona Mercantia/International Street Theatre Festival Lenny Kravitz – July 16 Verona; July 17-18 Lucca TUSCANY July 11-15, Certaldo (Florence). One of the best Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds – July 17 Lucca street theatre festivals in Europe, featuring acrobats, LP – July 17 Padova puppeteers, ventriloquists, magicians, illusionists, fire- Kasabian – July 17 Ferrara; July 18 Lignano Sabbiadoro Sagra della Zuppa/Soup Fair eaters, dancers, street actors and bands; July 11-12, 8 (Udine); July 19 Genoa June 29-July 1, Fauglia (Pisa). Food booths open at p.m.-1 a.m., € 10, reduced €7.50; July 13, 8 p.m.-1:30 Pat Metheny – July 18 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July 7 p.m.; local products and craft exhibit and sale. Live a.m., €15, reduced €10; July 14, 6 p.m.-1:30 a.m., €20, 20 Rome music and dance shows every night at 9 p.m. reduced €15; July 15, 6 p.m.-1 a.m., €15, reduced €10; James Taylor – July 20 Lucca; July 22 (Pompei, ); reductions are for children aged 7-14 and for people July 23 Terme di Caracalla (Rome) Il Gioco del Ponte/Bridge Game with disabilities. King Crimson – July 22-23 Rome; July 25 Lucca; July June 30, 7-11 p.m., Pisa. A historical event held the last 27-28 Venice Man Ray – Wonderful Visions Saturday in June each year, divided into two distinct Scorpions – July 23 Verona phases: a historical procession along the Arno River Through Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m., San Gimignano, Norah Jones – July 24 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); July and the battle, which takes place on the Ponte di Mezzo. Modern Art Gallery, Via Folgore da San Gimignano; 26 Lucca (with Marcus Miller) Neighborhood teams belonging to the two rival city 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. through Sept. 30; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Marcus Miller – July 25 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) factions demonstrate their physical power. Oct. 1-7. On display More than 100 photos by Man Ray, King Crimson – July 25 Lucca; July 27-28 Venice one of the most important photographers of the XX Sting – July 28 Rome; July 29 Verona; July 30 Naples Sagra della Pappardella/Pappardella Fair century. His photographic works encompass fashion, Eminem – Sept. 7 Milan June 30-July 3, Castagneto Carducci (), Parco portraits, and technical experimentation. Entrance fee: Europe – Oct. 2 delle Sughere, Via del Parco. Food booths open at 6 €9, reduced €7 for children ages 6-17 and for senior U2 – Oct. 11-12; Oct. 15-16 Assago (Milan) p.m. and feature pappardelle pasta, grilled meat and citizens older than 65; free access for children younger David Garrett and his band – Oct. 17 Rome; Oct. other local specialties and wines. Pappardelle is a than six. 19 Florence; Oct. 20 Assago typical Tuscan homemade flat pasta noodle; the name (Milan) derives for the verb “pappare” (to gobble up). Games Palio, Siena The Musical Box –Oct. 28 and entertainment for children; live music and dancing Rome; Oct. 30 Florence; Oct. start at 9 p.m. 31 Milan; Nov. 1 Padova Maneskin – Nov. 14 Florence; Lucca Summer Festival Nov. 15 Padova; Nov. 17-18 Lucca, Piazza Napoleone. Concerts are as follows: July Bologna; Nov. 24 Milan 1, $fera €bbasta; July 7, Hollywood Vampires; July 8, Liam Gallagher – Nov. 15 Ringo Starr; July 11, Roger Waters; July 12, Gorillaz; Conegliano; Nov. 16 Rome July 14, Pezzali and Renga; July 17, Nick Cave and Dire Straits Legacy – Nov. the Bad Seeds; July 18, Lenny Kravitz; July 20, James 20 Assago (Milan); Nov. 21 Taylor; July 22, Gianni Morandi; July 25, King Padova; Nov. 23 Brescia; Nov. Crimson; July 26, Norah Jones and Marcus Miller. 24 Florence Elton John – May 29-30, 2019, Palio di Siena/Horse Race Verona The Palio of Siena is one of the most famous horse races in the world. During the annual spectacle the ITALIAN ARTISTS city is divided into 17 competing districts (Contrade). Gianni Morandi – July 12 Marostica In the months leading up to the event, 10 districts are Francesca Michielin – July 12 Pistoia; July 14 Forte di selected for each race and each is assigned a horse TUSCANY MARKETS Marmi; Sept. 2 Treviso that will compete in the Piazza del Campo. There are Francesco De Gregori – July 13 Gardone Riviera two races each summer: July 2 and Aug. 16. Festivities Arezzo: June 30-July 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Grande (about 1,000 (Brescia); July 25 Florence; Aug. 14 Asiago start three days prior to each palio with parades, food vendors) Gianna Nannini – July 13 Mantova; July 16 Pistoia; booths, blessing of the horses, live music and four race Aug. 13 Follonica (Grosseto); Aug. 14 Forte dei Marmi trials. Carmignano (Prato): July 1, 9:30 a.m.-7p.m., Piazza Vittorio (Lucca) July 2: 7:30 a.m., Mass of the Fantino in the Chapel Emanuele II and Piazza Matteotti Fabrizio Moro – July 16 Marostica of Piazza del Campo; 9 a.m. last rehearsal, known Orbetello (Grosseto): June 30-July 1, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Corso Italia, Vinicio Capossela – July 21 Gardone Riviera (Brescia); as the Provaccia; early afternoon, around 2:30 p.m., Piazza Eroe dei Due Mondi, Piazza del Plebiscito July 28 Forte dei Marmi (Lucca); July 31 San Gimignano Benediction of the horses and of the Fantino in parish (Siena) churches of competing districts; 4 p.m., closing of Pietrasanta (Lucca): July 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Duomo Ermal Meta – July 28 Villafranca (Verona) Piazza del Campo, the only entrance is at Via Dupre San Giuliano Terme (Pisa): July 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Shelley and Laura Pausini – Oct. 7 Florence; Oct. 9-10 Padova until 6:30 p.m., when the piazza is completely closed; Piazza Italia Claudio Baglioni – Oct. 16 Florence; Nov. 16-17 5 p.m., historic pageant; 7:20 p.m., the bareback race Padova; Nov. 20-21 Montichiari (Brescia) begins; at the end, te deum in the Chiesa di Piazza Scarperia (Firenze): July 1, 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; closes at 11 p.m. in Luca Carboni – Oct. 18 Padova July and August; downtown squares and streets Provenzano. Mario Biondi – Dec. 13 Florence; Dec. 19 Padova Aug. 16: 4:45 p.m., Carabinieri parade; 4:50 p.m. Bolgheri (Livorno): July 8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., downtown squares and historic pageant; 7 p.m. the race begins. streets SPORTING EVENTS To get tickets online, visit https://www.paliotours.com/ FIM Superbike World Championship – July 6-8, Firenze: July 8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Santo Spirito and Borgo Tegolaio palio-tickets-2018/. (about 100 vendors) Misano Adriatico (Rimini) ACI CSAI Racing Weekend – July 14-15 and Oct. 27- Aspettando la Battaglia di Cascina Forte dei Marmi (Lucca): July 7-8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Dante 28, Scarperia (Florence) Waiting for Cascina’s Battle July 6-8, 5:30 p.m.-midnight, Cascina (Pisa). Historical Montepulciano (Siena): July 7-8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Grande reenaction commemorating the 1364 Battle of Cascina; Piombino (Livorno): July 7-8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cappelletti, Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, flag-throwers, historical parades; archery competition; Corso Italia, via Fucini, Piazza Gramsci Palladio Shopping Center, or online at www.ticketone. medieval music, games and food. it and www.geticket.it. Vicopisano (Pisa): July 8, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Domenico Cavalca

11 Outlook June 29, 2018 Family & MWR

Slovenia? Outdoor Recreation will July 18, 10-11:30 a.m. Music Café (File photo by Laura Kreider) take participants to Slovenia to spend SKIESUnlimited, Bldg. 308 time on the beach in Portoroz, an Caserma Ederle Adriatic seaside resort and spa town Every Wednesday (except holidays), located in southwestern Slovenia. Romp-N-Stomp playgroup is a time Hit the beach or check out the town. for learning through play. Parents Passport required. with children ages birth to three years old are invited to this weekly Mt. Pasubio Hike playgroup. Working parents are July 22, 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m., $45 encouraged to drop in and spend ODR, Caserma Ederle time with their families during their Hike the 52 tunnels, also known as the lunch hour. Call DSN 634-7500, Strada delle 52 Gallerie, an important comm. 0444-71-7500. part of history. Built in 1917, the road was used to provide Bringing Baby Home lateral lines of communications and July 19, 3:30-5:30 p.m. supplies to the Italian V Corps in ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle the Pasubio area. Thegallerie were This class is provided by the New needed to quickly move troops and Parent Support Program. Second equipment along a line out of sight time parents are encouraged to and artillery fire of Austrian and attend, as with every birth you Hungarian enemy forces. Ages 16 become a new parent and no two years and older only. children are alike. Learn practical July 12-16, $495/$312/$125/$50 tips about newborn behavior, sleep, ENTERTAINMENT & TRIPS ODR, Caserma Ederle Darby Trip: SIDS, how to soothe a crying baby Walk the streets of King's Landing Gardaland Amusement Park and much more. Call to register at July 28, 5 a.m.-11 p.m., $55 DSN 634-7567, comm. 0444-71- Vicenza Book Club in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The city is on the coast, in the Dalmatia Camp Darby 7567. July 5, 6-7:30 p.m. region of Croatia. A major tourist Head to the shores of Library, Caserma Ederle destination, Dubrovnik is best for a fun-filled day at the Gardaland Baby Wearing Wrap-Up Head into the Ederle Library the first known for being the set of King's Amusement Park. Enjoy rides and July 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday of each month and enjoy Landing on the hit HBO TV series attractions during this day of fun ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle some time discussing the latest book "Game of Thrones." To make the in the sun. Minimum participants This class teaches about the practice selection with others. The library most of the time in Croatia, the bus required: 25 people. Sign up by July of baby wearing, so participants has a limited number of copies of will depart late Thursday night. Trip 20. Make payments at the snack bar and their babies can enjoy the the book of the month available for includes transportation, facilitator, in Building 305 during regular hours maximum benefits. Benefits include check out at the circulation desk, so three nights in a three-star hotel of operation. building strong bonds, calming and get in before it's too late. with breakfast, "Game of Thrones" soothing, and helping baby develop Tarzaning socially. Learn different carrier types Porec, Croatia Cruise guided tour and guided tour of the city. Passport required. Register with July 28, 5 a.m.-7:30 p.m., $100 including wraps, slings, and buckled July 7, 4 a.m.-11 p.m., $120/$70/$50 Outdoor Recreation in person. ODR, Caserma Ederle or soft-structured; selecting the right ODR, Caserma Ederle Explore along a creek during this carrier; and how to safely position Travel with Outdoor Recreation Music Café exciting activity that is filled with baby in an ergonomically correct along the coast of Croatia. Leave July 13, 7:30-11 p.m. swings, ropes, Tibetan bridges, position. Vicenza for Porec, hop on a boat, ODR, Caserma Ederle Tyrolean crossing and other and stop to explore fabulous spots Music Café nights are casual improv incredible things that are sure to along the way. Enjoy lunch onboard. jam nights for music lovers by music make for a fun day. Ages 16 years and FITNESS & SPORTS There will be a stop in a city and a lovers. Great music and amazing older; register at Outdoor Recreation stop to swim and stretch your legs. community talent await at the next in person or over the phone, DSN Swimming is not required, though Music Café, celebrating its 8th year. 634-7453, comm. 0444-71-7453. Cost Basic Open Water Scuba — participants can instead choose to Entry is free and refreshments will includes transportation, equipment, Diving in Croatia rest and enjoy the sea view. be available for purchase. instruction and facilitator. July 6-16, *see schedule below Sea Kayaking at Lake Garda $580/$420 for non-students and the Egyptian Museum ODR, Caserma Ederle July 7, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., $50 July 21, 6 a.m.-9 p.m., $90/$55/$35 CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Enjoy the beauty of the Adriatic ODR, Caserma Ederle ODR, Caserma Ederle Glide through the waters of Lake Sea and become certified to scuba Turin, Torino, was the head of dive in one of Europe's finest diving Garda, navigating along the coast Italian parliament in the 1800s and of the Sirmione peninsula. The Breastfeeding Basics locations: Pula, Croatia. is the home to some of Italy's most July 6: Initial paperwork and meet Garda mountains serve as backdrop, prestigious universities. Well known July 10, 9:30-11:30 a.m. the historic town of Sirmione as ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle instructor for "The Shroud of Turin," the cloth July 9-11: 6-10 p.m., learn basic foreground. After an introduction that covered Jesus Christ after his The lactation consultant will walk to paddling and setting up the boats, moms through the basics. Topics scuba skills in the classroom/pool Crucifixion, this city has much to sessions participants will head out on the offer. The Turin Egyptian Museum include benefits of breastfeeding; open water. After about 1-1/2 to 2 has one of the most complete sets importance of colostrum; frequency July 12: Open day for participants to hours of paddling, we'll reach the of ancient artifacts in the world, and duration of feeding; and more. pack and prepare for the trip lunch destination. Following lunch, second only to the museum in Cairo. July 13-15: Leave Pula and spend the hop back into the boats for a final The museum boasts the statue of Infant Massage Class next few days diving and living the hour of paddling. Arriving back at Ramses II and more than 4,000 years July 13 & 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Croatia coast lifestyle the van, everyone will load up the of Egyptian history. Participants ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle July 16: Return to Vicenza around 6 boats, change into dry clothing, and will have a guided tour of the city Join the New Parent Support p.m. make the return to Vicenza. Ages 12 followed by free time to eat or Program for this exciting chance to Participants must be able to swim and older recommended. explore. Afterward, we will head to bond with your infant. Instruction and tread water. Cost includes: is available to parents of children transportation, instructor, certifi- BOSS Veneto Walk/Hike/Run the Egyptian Museum and view the collection of Egyptian artifacts. 5 weeks old to crawling. Learn cation, learning materials, scuba July 8, 6:30-11 a.m., 2,50 euros techniques of infant massage to help equipment, dive fees, tank fills and Various locations Wakeboarding and Beach Trip baby sleep longer, enhance bonding, three nights lodging. Does not On the second Sunday of each July 21, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $85 improve circulation and more. include meals. Passport required; month, single and geographically ODR, Caserma Ederle register at Outdoor Recreation. separated bachelors/ettes can join Join Outdoor Recreation for an Interviewing Skills BOSS outdoors to discover local adventurous day of wakeboarding July 17, 9:30-1:30 a.m. BOSS Morning Bike Rides surroundings and get some exercise. in nearby Treviso. Cost includes ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle Enjoy nature, local culture and Learn effective strategies so you July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 6-7:30 a.m. transportation, facilitator, guide, ODR, Caserma Ederle architecture in different locations entrance fee, board rental and will be prepared to make a great in the Veneto region. BOSS takes first impression, answer questions New and experienced riders are membership to the park; lunch not invited to join; no registration participants to the start location. included. Don't forget your swimsuit. effectively and land your next Various course lengths for all skill position. Takes place every third is required for weekly morning levels. Local information and door Portoroz, Slovenia Beach Day Tuesday. Sign up no later than two bike rides. Bring road bicycle, helmet, spare inner tube, and water prize drawings at the finish. July 22, 6 a.m.-9 p.m., $75/$45/$25 days before the class by calling DSN ODR, Caserma Ederle 634-6884, comm. 0444-71-6884. and snacks as needed. Call for Dubrovnik, Croatia, and information, DSN 637-2712, comm. Game of Thrones Weekend What better way to enjoy summer beach weather than on the coast of Romp-N-Stomp Playgroup 0444-66-2712. 12 Outlook June 29, 2018