and Darby Military Communities www..army.mil June 9, 2017 | Vol. 50 | Issue 11

What’s Inside Army names Paying reverence 2 replacement Visitors should consider for deputy CG travel insurance WASHINGTON — Brigadier Gen. Eugene J. LeBoeuf has been selected 3 to assume responsibilities as the deputy commander and director of the United Conference provides States Army Reserve Engagement Cell insight on for U.S. Army Af- rica. Americans in Vicenza LeBoeuf is cur- rently serving as deputy command- 6 ing general, Vice Congratulations to Provost for Aca- demic Affairs at The the Class of 2017 Army University, Fort Leavenworth, Kan. His previous 9 assignments include LeBOEUF The power of setting more than 32 years of active and Reserve FLORENCE — A World War II-era reenactor kneels before a grave marker component service. during the Memorial Day ceremony at the Florence American Cemetery and an example The general will arrive to Vicenza late Memorial May 29. The annual observance was attended by many dignitar- this summer and replace Brig. Gen. Ken- ies, to include U.S. Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges. See neth H. Moore Jr., who has served as the more photos, page 3. (Photo by Paolo Bovo, 7th ATC RTSD-South) 10 deputy commander since June 2013. See what’s going on in , Tuscany Recall of EpiPens includes European version Torchlight Walk LANDSTUHL, Germany — Regional extra numbers or letters at the end. Health Command Europe is alerting pa- Patients who have one of the Europe- tients that the voluntary recall of certain an Fastjekt lot numbers identified above EpiPens has been expanded to include should contact the pharmacy where it some lots of the European version, sold was purchased to ask about replacements under the name Fastjekt in European for recalled products. pharmacies. Patients who have one of the U.S. EpiP- According to an FDA news release, this en lot numbers identified above should recall is due to the potential that these request a recall voucher code for free devices may contain a defective part that replacement by calling 877-650-3494 12 may result in the devices’ failure to ac- or emailing customer.service@mylan. tivate. com. Then, bring the EpiPen product and Health & Wellness The European versions affected are: voucher information to any U.S. military Regional Health Command Europe is Fastjekt Jr 0.15mg, lot numbers 5ED824, alerting patients that the voluntary recall pharmacy for a replacement. 5GK771, 5GR765 and Fastjekt 0.3mg of certain EpiPens has been expanded Patients are encouraged to talk to their USA Fun Facts lot numbers 5FA665, 5GU763, 6ED117, to include some lots of the European pharmacist if they have any questions or 6GH294, 6FA292, 6FA293. version. (U.S. Army photo) concerns. lThere is enough water in The U.S. versions of EpiPen originally More information about the U.S. recall Lake Superior to cover the recalled are: EpiPen Jr 0.15mg, lot num- 6GM088, 6GM199, 6GM091, 6GM198, and how to report an adverse reaction or entire landmass of North and bers 5GN767, 5GN773, 6GN215 and 6GM087. device malfunction can be found in the South America in one foot of EpiPen 0.3mg, lot numbers 5GM631, The lot number can be found on the FDA’s news release at https://www.fda. liquid. 5GM640, 6GM082, 6GM072, 6GM081, side of each package and may include gov.

lThe U.S.A. sells enough pizza every day to cover 100 EMERGENCY NUMBERS acres. United Accord 2017 enhances FIRE AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY (VMC) lAn estimated one in 10 Amer- DSN 117 icans could be a blood relative readiness for all ranks, grades Comm. 0444-71-7117 24 hours to one of the original 102 pil- UA 2017 provided an opportunity for By Capt. James Sheehan POLICE EMERGENCY grims who arrived aboard the regional African partners to develop re- Mayflower in 1620. U.S. Army Africa Public Affairs Office DSN 112 / 114 / 115 lationships, enhance interoperability and Comm. 0444-71-7115 24 hours hone mission-command skills required lAccording to the World Giv- — Participants from to conduct peacekeeping operations in ing Index, Americans are the ACCRA, Ghana FIRE AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY (DMC) 20 countries celebrated May 30 the con- the region. most likely people in the world DSN 117 clusion of United Accord 2017, a com- UA 2017’s command post exercise to help a stranger. Comm. 051-54-7117 24 hours bined-joint military exercise at the Kofi hosted service members from 15 Afri- Annan Peacekeeping Training Centre, can and five western nations, collectively lThe day Congress voted to POLICE EMERGENCY Accra, Ghana. working through a peacekeeping scenar- abolish British rule was July 2, DSN 115 United Accord 2017 included three io similar to real-world missions from 1776. The first Independence Comm. 051-54-7115 24 hours distinct components designed to train the United Nations Multidimensional Day was celebrated July 8, Anywhere in Italy — Off Post Soldiers from entry-level lower enlisted Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUS- 1776, and the official signing Fire 115 to the high-profile senior commanders. MA). of the Declaration of Indepen- From May 19 to 30, service members The U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, the Ambulance 118 dence took place in August. completed a command post exercise, Honorable Robert P. Jackson, provided Carabinieri 112 (From Reader’s Digest, www.rd.com/culture) field training exercise and jungle warfare Police (local) 113 school. See ACCORD, page 2 Visitors to Europe should consider travel insurance LANDSTUHL, Germany — Sturdy walking shoes? depending on the need for medical equipment and ac- gible for care at a military treatment facility except for Check. Camera? Check. Travel insurance? companying medical personnel. emergencies to save sight, life or limb. At times, even When friends and family come to visit, no one envi- Some people are surprised to learn that Medicare and those eligible may need to receive care in the local com- sions a medical emergency during their European vaca- some health insurance companies do not pay for health munity if an appointment isn’t available or if a military tion, but in the military community, we try to plan for care outside the United States. treatment facility is not nearby. everything. You never know when a visitor might need Some have special rules for health care outside the Those interested in obtaining travel insurance should medical services on the local economy. U.S., such as requiring patients to pay their bills out of carefully research covered services and limits. Does the From replacing lost medication or treating the flu to pocket and filing a claim with the health insurance com- travel insurance include a medical flight back home? something life threatening, like a car accident or heart pany for reimbursement. Will the travel insurance pay hospitals directly or will attack, visitors need to arrange healthcare insurance be- All of these examples have the potential to create ex- the patient need to pay out of pocket for an expensive fore their trip. treme financial hardship for those involved if medical surgery and file for reimbursement later? One of the worst-case scenarios is someone not being insurance is not available or doesn’t extend outside the These are important questions your visitors should ask able to return home on a commercial aircraft and requir- United States. before their trip so they can enjoy their European vaca- ing a medical flight back to the United States. A medical Visitors who do not have a military/retiree/Depart- tion, knowing they are covered if a medical need arises flight alone can cost approximately $13,000 or more, ment of Defense civilian identification card are not eli- and ensuring a worry-free visit for hosts and guests.

Speak Out By Laura Kreider & Chiara Mattirolo

‘The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.’ What is something your father has told you over the years that rings true today?

Chaplain (Maj.) Haley Campbell Gildo Masenello Ernest Beezley Sgt. Bryant Pulliam Michela Ferrara Mark Shelton Caserma Ederle Library Finance Office DFMWR HHC, USAG Italy Family member Religious Services Office “Never take life too “I found out that what “You will become a man “Continue to “He taught me respect “My father always told seriously. You can find my inspiring father told when you will accept work hard for others. me that a steady drop of humor in any situation if me was always right: He the things you are not and provide for Think of what others water in a bucket will fill you look closely.” used to say to work hard able to change.” your family.” may be going through it up over time. The mor- and be respectful. And and be sympathetic.” al of this is found in the on my day of retirement, idea: Inch by inch life is May 31, I could say that a cinch; yard by yard, life I did that during my 42- can sometimes be hard.” year long working career.” ACCORD U.S. Army Europe Commander continued from page 1 Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges remarks at the closing ceremony ex- U.S. Army Africa Commander pressing appreciation to partnering na- Maj. Gen. tions and emphasizing the importance of Joseph P. Harrington readiness and partnership. USAG Italy Commander “You are guardians of your homelands and Publisher and the protectors of our collective se- Col. Steve Marks curity,” said Jackson. “It is only through partnership that we can address existing USAG Italy Public Affairs Team Lead conflicts and prevent future ones.” and Outlook Editor The CPX’s African partners includ- Karin J. Martinez ed representatives from the Econom- ic Community of West African States Public Affairs Staff (ECOWAS). Ghana, Benin, Burkina Laura Kreider Chiara Mattirolo Faso, Cape Verde, Chad, Gabon, Guin- Aaron P. Talley ea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Anna Terracino Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo Mark Turney all took part in the computer-based sce- Ghanian Armed Forces Maj. Jacob Codjoe (right), course commander, Jungle War- fare School, discusses training with U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ty Kurtz, 1st Battalion, nario closely monitored by selected ob- The Outlook is an authorized publication server-controllers. 506th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) during United Accord 2017. (Photo by Spc. Victor Perez Vargas) supporting the USAG Italy command infor- Austria, Belgium, Germany, Italy, mation program as provided by AR 360-1. Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and 100 degrees Fahrenheit. also included mortar training, attacking a All editorial content of the Outlook is pre- pared, edited and approved by the USAG the United States also participated in the Ghana Armed Forces 5th Infantry Bat- fixed position, and tested battalion mis- Italy Public Affairs Office, Unit 31401, Box 12-day exercise co-directed by Ghana talion and U.S. Army’s 1st Battalion sion command systems. 10, APO, AE 09630, located in Bldg. 10 on and the United States. 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne “Being able to execute our job the same Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy. “One of the most important parts of Division (Air Assault) trained side-by- way we would back home in a new envi- Contents of the Outlook are not necessarily United Accord 2017 is that it’s a profes- side, firing off live rounds and explosives ronment shows us we really can perform the official news of, or endorsed by, the U.S. sional learning environment where mil- in an awesome display of lethality. our tasks the way we are trained on, no Government, the Department of Defense, itary experiences, lessons learned and “It’s a great experience, especially from matter what the situations are. It’s been Department of the Army, Installation Man- best practices are shared amongst U.S. a leadership perspective. Picking up and a pretty solid exercise,” said 1st Lt. Da- agement Command-Europe, U.S. Army Garrison Italy or U.S. Army Africa. and African partners,” said Brig. Gen. moving to a different country, there are vid Thame, fire support officer, 1st Bn., Kenneth Moore, U.S. Army Africa dep- a lot of different considerations that I 506th Inf. Rgt. The Outlook accepts submissions. Call the uty commanding general and co-director didn’t know would be there,” said 1st Lt. About three hours northwest of Accra editor with questions at DSN 637-8031, of UA 2017. Mark Pangilinan, fire assistant officer, by vehicle, 62 Soldiers from Company comm. 0444-61-8031, or submit via email at [email protected]. A submission About two hours outside of Accra is the 1st Bn., 506th Inf. Rgt. D, 1st Bn., 506th Inf. Rgt. attended the does not guarantee publication. Submis- Ghana Armed Force’s Bundase Training At the FTX, Soldiers conducted on- Ghana Armed Forces Jungle Warfare sions may be edited at the discretion of the Camp. There, Soldiers from the GAF the-ground, warfighting tactics from School. The school marks the first time Public Affairs staff. and U.S. participated in a bilateral field door-blasting demolitions to sniper rifle an African partner nation trained U.S. Courtesy photo in Table of Contents training exercise in heat soaring above marksmanship. The combined exercise Army Africa regionally aligned forces.

2 Outlook June 9, 2017 Honoring the fallen at Florence American Cemetery

United States Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges salutes after he lays a memorial wreath during the Memorial Day ceremony at Florence American Cemetery and Memorial May 29 in Florence. The event was also attended by other distinguished visitors. (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office)

The color guard from 173rd Airborne Brigade posts the colors during the Memorial Day Top right: Crosses stand proud at the cemetery and memorial to ceremony May 29. Also supporting the event were Italian and U.S. Army platoons. honor the brave Soldiers who fought and died, giving the ultimate (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, DMC Public Affairs Office) sacrifice. Above: World War II re-enactors give honor to the nation during the ceremony. (Photos by Paolo Bovo, 7th ATC RTSD-South) Conference spans history, bridges two cultures by Andrea Stone 1955, said Francesco Jori, author of the “It’s true that things have changed, but understand there’s a lot of other folks Contributor book, “History of Vicenza.” still for us, the Americans are an exam- in Vicenza who may not appreciate our “A famous writer said that they looked ple. Nobody is perfect. But still, it’s a lot presence. So, we have to be aware as CASERMA EDERLE — The relation- like Martians because for our reality at of years of relationship, and most of the Americans that we can’t come in and ship between the local Vicenza commu- the time they were so weird and strange, years, it’s a good relationship,” Alberti throw around the money. We’ve also got nity and the United States military goes they were like aliens,” he said. “But said. to take the time to cultivate that relation- back decades, but it’s a history that few there’s something that the people of Vi- However, the relationship between the ship.” Americans get to hear from an Italian cenza don’t know. The Americans had citizens of Vicenza and the American A tool in cultivating the relationship perspective. been here three years before, not the military has been marked by conflict oc- has been the coverage of local American Attendees of the Americans in Vicenza Army, but American businessmen for the casionally, especially with the opening of news in the Vicenza newspaper, but it conference May 24 had the opportunity Marshall Plan for the reconstruction of Caserma Del Din in 2013. In 2007, more wasn’t always a clear-cut decision. to hear not only that history, but also the Europe.” than 100,000 Italians protested the con- “The chief editor at the time used to way many in the local Italian community Vicenza was selected as a city where struction of the post, but Smiderle insist- say, ‘the Americans don’t speak Italian. view Americans in Italy today. American business leaders would teach ed that the opposition is not personal. They don’t buy our newspaper. Why do “When you arrived in 1945, everyone local entrepreneurs. The lessons were a “It’s normal to have people protest mil- we have to write about them?’” Smiderle remembered you as the liberators, Amer- success in the Veneto region, transform- itary construction. It’s difficult to find said. ica and freedom. And the process is still ing from primarily poor rural farms to people who want military construction. But Smiderle pushed the paper to cover going on,” said Marino Smiderle, chief a region known for business within two It’s not the fact that you were Ameri- local American news with the view that editor of Il Giornale di Vicenza, a local generations, said Jori. cans,” he said. the Americans were part of the Vicenza newspaper. “It’s as though the Americans sowed Plans for Del Din began when Italy had community and their stories needed to be Americans as representatives of free- the seeds of entrepreneurship and … to- a stronger economy, as well. told. dom was something that her mother and day, Vicenza is one of the biggest indus- “There was not an economic crisis. And now there’s a plan to tell more sto- grandmother shared with conference at- trial cities in Italy,” he said. They were good years for the economy. ries in English. tendee Leila Alberti, a local national who In the years since the impoverishment (Some people thought), ‘we don’t need “The questions that my chief editor has worked at the Directorate of Public of World War II, when much of the pop- this base.’ If you talk to them now, af- asked make sense. Many of you stay here Works for 35 years. ulation emigrated to other countries, the ter eight years of hard economic crisis, only a couple of years. Our newspaper is “Fascism was a very bad period. We region has changed dramatically. I think they look at it (differently),” said written in Italian. We cannot expect you were really poor. The Americans … had “Today, Veneto is a place people move Smiderle. to learn Italian and buy our newspaper. a lot of things that we didn’t have,” she into. We have over 170 different ethnici- Understanding the views of local Ital- We have a very ambitious project— to said. “Everything that was American was ties and without all these different people, ians in relation to Del Din was eye-open- have a couple of pages written in English amazing because of the richness and the we wouldn’t be able to be so successful,” ing for Col. Steve Marks, commander of once a week about local news so you way of life, for people who came from Jori said. “We are convinced that being U.S. Army Garrison Italy. can still read about the local news in En- war, who came from starvation.” able to live together with different people “As a garrison commander, you deal a glish,” he said. “Of course, the final goal The relationship began with the lib- is a value, not a problem. What the pope lot with the community, and to have an is to make you feel at home and make eration of northern Italy from German says, ‘to build bridges and not walls,’ is appreciation for the history of the U.S. you feel part of this community.” occupation in April 1945, but the Ameri- the fundamental thing.” presence in Vicenza is critical,” he said. Learning more about the relationship can military officially established a pres- The world is different now for both “We do have an enormous economic between the two cultures was a goal of ence at Caserma Ederle 10 years later, in Veneto and America. impact in Vicenza, but you also have to the conference.

3 Outlook June 9, 2017 Darby Community mourns loss of long-time employee

Retired Maj. Stephen Zigliniky offered the following thoughts about Tomassini at his Devoted local legend memorial service in Livorno May 31. dies on Memorial Day, “Mr. Alfredo “Tommy” Tomassini was not only a distinguished civilian employee at Camp leaves lasting impression Darby, he was Camp Darby. He entered into service with the U.S. Army in on those he leaves behind 1944 from the Anzio beachhead and rode with the logistics maintenance trains arriving in the Camp Darby premises with the 442nd “Nisei” by Chiara Mattirolo Combat Regimental Team, the most decorated DMC Public Affairs Office combat unit in U.S. history. After the war, he again shook hands with Uncle Sam to bring him aboard as a maintenance technician at our current Leghorn Army Depot. Tommy not only LIVORNO — In 1944, at the age of 17, did a noteworthy job, he chose to do more. He Alfredo Tomassini fled from Rome when volunteered for a specialized Tank/Track Main- fighting between Germans and -Ameri tenance course in West Germany and returned cans intensified. as the first place (U.S. Army Europe) honor stu- In Anzio, the young man met a military dent, over seasoned U.S. tankers and their US/ HN civilian counterparts. police officer who accompanied him to In the early ‘70s, our paths first crossed when the local U.S. commander, and thus be- as a high school student, I observed Tommy as gan a lifetime working with United States “consistently being in the gym”… and the only Army. Italian employee (among the 1,200 HN employ- Tomassini travelled with American ees) in the gym, a novelty for its time. As a com- pany commander in the early ‘90s, our paths troops to Livorno where the Americans became friendship as Desert Storm ensued. established a camp. He was the “diamond head” superintendent of “There is no work, but if you want and maintenance to restore my equipment to 20/20 stay with us, you can help. We will find Camp Darby employee Alfredo Tomassini works at his desk in the maintenance shop standards and to allow my company to deploy you something to do,” said Tomassini in from the then USAF MAC terminal at the Pisa on Camp Darby in the 1960s. (Photo provided by Alessandra Tomassini) MIL airport. his last interview with Darby Military I remember him pointing out that my 50-odd Community Public Affairs Office staff. Inset: This photo was taken when Tomassini visited Camp Darby for what was his DA 2404s were not filled out to Army standards. Tomassini was quoting an American Sol- final interview with Outlook staff member November 2016. (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, In 2002, when I returned as the Camp Darby dier on how he got his start working at DMC Public Affairs Office) AST-L CDR, Tommy was always involved in all Camp Darby. or any of the AST-L’s DOL efforts related to the 173rd’s epic combat jump into Iraq during Op- In 1952, the Camp Darby installation The change meant going from 1,700 em- joy knowing the long-time resident. eration Iraqi Freedom and in a myriad of other was headquartered in Piazza Grande in ployees to about 500, he said. “I am honored to have known Mr. To- volunteer efforts. Livorno’s town center. Tomassini accept- Tomassini enriched his career by per- massini. It was a pleasure listening to his His fine deeds culminated with 44+ years of ed official employment as a mechanic forming specific training in Germany, stories about World War II, and I consid- devoted service to the U.S. Army, earning him and grew to become the Maintenance Fa- Turkey, Greece, Luxemburg and Holland. er him an American (and) Italian, and an the (Department of the Army) Meritorious Civil- ian Service award that was presented personally cilities Manager. “The U.S. Army took me as a young Army Soldier,” said Janine Wick, Hu- by the USAREUR commander himself. Further- “I had five workshops and 120 mechan- by and made me the man I am,” said manitarian Assistance Program Manager. more, he was granted the status of Honorary ics working under my supervision,” To- Tomassini. “The Army is part of my life, Tomassini died peacefully on Memorial Command Sergeant Major in the 3rd Battalion, massini said. and I will keep coming and helping out as Day 2017 after saying a goodbye to his 405th Field Army Support Brigade, and a LAD He remembered that Livorno was much long as they let me.” family and friends and passing the deliv- maintenance facility was dedicated in his name. Most important, however, Tommy was a true different at that time than it is today. Tomassini officially retired in 1993, but eries of the Leghorn Army Depot to his gentleman in deed, thought and parlance. He “There was nothing at all around the continued his daily commute to volunteer younger co-workers. was part of that select leadership who valued actual Darby area, just woods, the few for several more years at the Camp Darby “How fitting for a Soldier to pass away the “Care Factor,” caring for people, the mis- towns around were destroyed by the war, Motor Pool. on Memorial Day; what an honor to who sion, the equipment and fostering that care to and Livorno itself was a pile of dirt,” “I scraped over 1,100 vehicles while he was,” added Wick. his fellow subordinates and leadership alike — a less-than-common trait to be found these days remembered Tomassini. Tomassini had working as a volunteer,” Tomassini said. In the final interview in 2016, when and exercised by only the best. witnessed the growth and downsizing of On June 24, 2011, one of the primary asked if he had a message that he wanted In closing, we believe Tommy is here with us the installation, which went from a staff buildings used for maintenance at Leg- to share with young workers, Tomassini today, but I am convinced that if you look hard of 120 mechanics to 40 when the global horn Army Depot here was named in his said. “Never be No. 2 or 3. Always strive enough, you will find him checking the oil or workforce at Darby downsized in 1970. honor. Community members say it was a to be the No. 1.” measuring the track tension at the Depot! Thank you, Tommy, and God bless.”

Making the grade CASERMA EDERLE — Above: Attendees clap and take photos as the newest college grad- uates in Vicenza stand after the 2017 College Graduation Recognition Ceremony here. The Vicenza Military Community gathered for the event at the Golden Lion Conference Center May 25. Janice Keller, student initiatives and support director, University of Maryland Univer- sity College, was guest speaker. A cake cutting concluded the event after remarks by U.S. Army Garrison Italy Commander Col. Steve Marks.

Right: Samantha Atkinson, a graduate of Colorado Technical University, poses with her sev- en-month-old daughter Raelynn after the ceremony. Atkinson earned an Associate of Sci- ence degree in Healthcare Administration.

(Photos by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

4 Outlook June 9, 2017 News briefs

Finding hope Outlook seeks input The Outlook staff wants to know what you want to see and read in your community newspaper. What’s Individuals in military communities missing? What have you seen and liked at other mil- itary installations? Make sure to tell us what you like about the Outlook, too, so we can keep doing it. Let face challenges, have places to seek help us know via email, [email protected]. Type “Editor” in the Subject line. Editor’s note: This is the first in a four-part series exploring havioral Health) in high op-tempo environments where the issue of suicide and suicide prevention in the military deployments are kind of an unstabilizing factor in a fam- Free movie in German community. ily,” said Evans. For the first time ever, there will be a movie shown That was one of the issues that led the wife of a Navy in German at the post theater. The German Language by Andrea Stone officer to attempt suicide in 2007. and Cultural Club, in partnership will FMWR, is Contributor “I had a husband who was never around,” she said. hosting “Up” (“Oben” in German). The event is free “What can I say (to my children)? ‘Wait until your and open to the entire community. Refreshments will VICENZA — The numbers are disturbing. On aver- dad comes home?’ Their dad may not be home for six be on sale at the concession stand. The movie will age, more than five U.S. active-duty service members months. I felt like I had no support.” take place June 14 at 3:30 p.m. killed themselves every week in 2016 and 20 veterans The constant stress of her high-pressure job, combined a day commit suicide, according to government figures. with her husband’s frequent sea duty and two rebellious Speakers wanted Published studies indicate higher rates of depression in teenage sons, led to her attempt. The Army Substance Abuse Prevention Program is military spouses and children than their civilian coun- “There’s definitely a crossover … when the thought of looking for speakers who would like to share their terparts. death becomes greater than the thought of life and when stories of overcoming severe depression, finding But there are faces behind the statistics, stories behind you lose all hope of ever having a normal life again. You a way to beat addiction, and/or surviving a suicide the numbers. And there are resources available so mili- can’t even imagine there can be a sunny day again,” she attempt. If you are willing to talk about your expe- tary families can find hope when they feel hopeless. said. rience amongst small groups, contact Sandra Class, When a struggling Army spouse recently found herself It’s a problem that isn’t being ignored by the Army, ASAP Manager, DSN 637-7245; cell: 335-777-5520, at Army Community Service here, Cara Panzarella-Tarr, with education and training designed to help Soldiers see comm: 39-0444-61-7245. Information and Referral program manager, took time the warning signs, know the resources available and help out to talk to her. their battle buddies. But even with edu- Mosquito spraying “It was the first time out of her state, cation and increased focus on prevent- The following is the schedule the Directorate of first time out of her city, first time away ing suicide, there can still be a stigma. Public Works will pursue for mosquito spraying this from her family. And she was embar- “Suicide seems like a four-letter season. Please take into consideration that the DPW rassed to talk about her discomfort. She word. People are so afraid to men- recommends staying indoors at least one hour after was struggling,” she said. “I gave her tion the word ‘suicide,’” said Sandra spraying has taken place. some resources, and I told her, ‘You are Class, Army Substance Abuse Pro- Caserma Ederle: June 14 & 22, 9-11 p.m. not alone. You are one of many people gram manager. Del Din: June 13 & 23, from 9-11 p.m. who experience the same thing.’” There is a fear that if the word is Villaggio: June 14 & 22, 9-11 p.m. After a 15-minute conversation, the mentioned to someone who is de- For more information, contact the DPW at DSN spouse left with more information and pressed, they will suddenly consider 637-8200, comm. 0444-61-8200. a more positive outlook. death by suicide. “I could see her face lightened. Her “That is a myth. There’s no truth to Special Victim Council available shoulders didn’t sag as much. Her stress that,” Class emphasized. Sexual assault victims have the Special Victim eased up, just to (know) that she’s not Another barrier to seeking help is a Council at their service. The SVC provides confiden- alone,” said Panzarella-Tarr. sense of shame that someone can’t handle their prob- tial legal advice and much more. Reach out to Capt. Sometimes the problems go deeper than a simple con- lems. Dimitri Facaros at the Office of the Staff Judge Ad- versation will fix, requiring assistance through Behav- “Sometimes people are ashamed that they’re going vocate at [email protected], or Julie Ev- ioral Health or other resources. through this,” said Chaplain (Lt. Col.) James Foster, ans, [email protected]. Call DSN 637-8832, “We are a community that has a lot of different stress- U.S. Army Garrison Italy chaplain. “(They think), ‘I comm. 0444-61-8832. ors that other communities don’t have – being in Italy, shouldn’t be here. I shouldn’t be going through this. I the (operational) tempo with the 173rd Infantry Brigade shouldn’t be feeling like this.’ But that’s a normal part of Summer PCS Combat Team (Airborne),” said Maj. Osceola Evans, life. We all go through times when we’re down.” Families that are PCSing with children currently chief of Behavioral Health at the U.S. Army Health Sometimes, it’s the everyday problems of life that drive enrolled in elementary school and who will not be Center-Vicenza. “The acuity here seems to be a little bit someone to consider suicide. It’s not necessarily relat- returning for the next school year are asked to contact higher, but I think we also have systems in place … that ed to deployment or combat experience, although those the school registrar at DSN 637-8645 as soon as pos- are going to reduce some of the things that we’ve seen things can exacerbate stress levels, said Maj. Rebekah sible to schedule a time to pick up their child(ren)’s over the past months.” Broady, team lead for Embedded Behavioral Health. records. High school parents should call Paola Bat- Historically, suicide rates among service members “The biggest contributing factors are loss of relation- taiola at DSN 637-8605, or email paola.battaiola@ were actually lower than for civilians not connected to ship, occupational stress or disciplinary problems, as eu.dodea.edu, for clearing school and to request with- the military. That changed in recent years, with the num- well as financial or other legal stressors,” she said. “It’s drawal records. There will be an estimated 300+ stu- ber of suicide deaths per year surpassing the number of really not combat or (post traumatic stress disorder). dents moving over the summer. The 10 days advance combat deaths, he said. Those things are not correlated with it so much.” notice normally required during the school year will According to the Department of Defense Suicide Pre- For some people, there may be ongoing issues of men- not be enough time to prepare records with so many vention Office, 275 active-duty service members died by tal or behavioral health, but for others, there aren’t. students leaving in such a short time. suicide in 2016, and that number has remained relatively “Sometimes it’s just that moment. It has nothing to do steady each year since 2012 when the numbers peaked with lengthy things. It’s just in that moment that they feel Vacation Bible School at 321. cornered, they have nowhere to go — helpless and hope- Register children now for Vacation Bible School on While numbers aren’t tracked for families, they face less. They just feel that there’s no way out,” Class said. Villaggio, July 10-14, 9 a.m. to noon. Email vbseder- many of the same stressors the Soldiers do. According Because of the increased risk among the military com- [email protected]. to a study published on the National Institutes of Health munity, whether it’s to Soldiers and veterans, spouses website, military spouses suffer from higher rates of de- or adolescents, it’s important to know the warning signs Pets need annual checkups pression than those not connected to the military, and a and available resources. Follow this Outlook series to Just like humans, it is important that your fur- study in the Journal of Adolescent Health indicated the read more personal stories and learn to recognize when ry friends are seen by the doctor on a yearly basis. same for military children. someone needs help, and how to get him or her the as- Annual exams and vaccinations help to ensure your “The operation tempo that the Soldiers experience, the sistance they need. pet’s long-term health. Schedule your pet(s) with the family members experience also. When the Soldier is “Suicide prevention is everyone’s responsibility. If you Vicenza Veterinary Treatment Facility today. Call the deployed, they’re away from home. The stress level is have contact with other humans, you have a moral re- clinic for your appointment at DSN 637-8272, comm. higher. We tend to see more spouses and children (in Be- sponsibility (to help),” said Class. 0444-61-8272. As a reminder, the vet clinic is closed on weekends and this month on June 30. Over-the- counter-only services will be offered June 23. WHERE TO GET HELP Military Police 24/7 — (on post/local) 112/114/115, comm. 0444-71-7115 (VICENZA) Soggiorno Office hours Military Police 24/7 — (on post/local) 115 comm. 051-54-7115 (DARBY) In an effort to better serve the Vicenza Military Community, the Soggiorno Office closes at 2 p.m. on Chaplain 24/7: 0444-66-2273 (CARE) Wednesday afternoons to coordinate fingerprinting Behavioral Health: 0444-61-9140 appointments. This change only impacts Wednesday MFLC: 333-489-8967/345-077-0476 afternoon operating hours. If you have not received soggiornos for you and your family members, please Military Crisis Line: (in Europe) 00-800-1273-8255/DSN 118 contact the Soggiorno Office to make an appointment Domestic violence hotline: 0444-71-5878 (JUST) to be fingerprinted in downtown Vicenza. The office Sexual assault hotline: 0444-71-7272 (SARC) is located in the Central Processing Facility (Bldg.. American Red Cross: 0444-71-7089 393) on Caserma Ederle, DSN 637-7138/7139, comm. 0444-61-7138/7139.

5 Outlook June 9, 2017 C Vicenza High School Class of 2017 O N G Joseph Adams Derek Alexander Emil Aliyev Brianna Armstrong Joshua Badillo R A Tavare Baldwin Kevin Barry Kayla Benson Lena Benson Kayla T Birnel-Carrasco U

L Serena Bradford Kain Campbell Gabriela Campos Timothy Collier Alexandra Correa A T I Alexandra Crist Mason Daniels Alexander DeCaro Kayla DeLoach Amber Duron O N S Dequan Epperson Vanessa Foster Neil Fragger Vincent Fuentes Hope Gallegos You did

Russell Gallegos Nicholas Galles Rachael Hamil Ta’Marion Ariana Hill it! Hardin-Bears 6 Outlook June 9, 2017 Vicenza High School Class of 2017 Photos by Art Moore Photography

Andrew Huggins Samantha Hughes Nicholas Jeppe Yoonbeom Lee Adrianna Lovelace Eric Luster

NOT PICTURED

Yuklin Martinez Abigail Matheson Nicole McCollaum Brittney McDonald Donald McWhorter David Metzger

Noah Mollner Elonee Mosby John Nelson Timothy Ney Arianna Ortiz Christopher Ortiz

Andrew Peruzzo Bethany Rhodes Anna Rinehart Samantha Rivera Alexa Rodriguez- Luis Romero Rivera

William Sattazahn Cosette Schroeder Katherine Sibilla Marquise Silas John Silbaugh Annika Srinivasan

“Destiny is not a matter of chance; it is a matter of choice. It is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved.” --William Jennings Bryan

Madalina Stefan Kindell Stewart Joshua Thaniel See more graduates on the next page

7 Outlook June 9, 2017 Vicenza High School Class of 2017 Continued from pages 6 & 7

“Go forth and set the world on fire.” --St. Ignatius of Loyala Jessica Thomas Haylee Thorson Amber Tipton Daysha Torres Justin Valdez

Jonathan Vanover Megan Vela Tonae Walker Elizabeth Williams Kaely Wilson Cameron Worford

Beautiful music Vicenza High School announces military appointments, scholarships, enlistments

CASERMA EDERLE — Vicenza High Jessica Thomas School announces the names of 2017 AFROTC Scholarship graduating seniors who have received NROTC Scholarship appointments to United States’ military academies, ROTC scholarships, and en- Elizabeth Williams listments. Army ROTC Scholarship

Military service academy appointments Military enlistments Jessica Thomas Jonathan Vanover United States Air Force Academy U.S. Air Force Colorado Springs, Colo. 5th Generation Aircraft Jet Engine/ Turboprop propulsion engineer Paul Zielinski (VHS Class of 2016) United States Air Force Academy Andrew Peruzzo Currently in the process of enlistment ROTC Scholarships U.S. Air Force Yoonbeom Lee Target: Air Traffic Control AFROTC Scholarship Members of the Vicenza High School Band perform under the direction of Army ROTC Scholarship Madalina Stefan Gary Marvel during the VHS Spring Concert at the school gym on Caserma Currently in the process of enlistment Ederle May 23. After the national anthems, the band and choir performed sev- eral pieces including “A Disney Spectacular” (arr. John Moss) with highlights John Nelson into U.S. Army from “The Little Mermaid” and “Beauty and the Beast.” (Photos by Laura Kreider, AFROTC Scholarship Critical languages VMC Public Affairs Office) Kiki Sibilla The students will be acknowledged for Army ROTC Scholarship receipt of these awards at a ceremony.

Sharing a love of jazz Tenth-grader Kurt Metzger, trumpet, performs at the event. The Vicenza High School New Orleans Style Street Band band perform May 14 under direction of Gary Marvel, VHS music director, at the annual Jazz Festival in downtown Vicenza. Band members are Sophie Sweetman; Toni Kleen; Abigail Stone; Anna Mathena; Elizabeth Sattazahn; Makenzie Wilson, Donovan Compton and Amber Duron; Bethany Rhodes; Conner Wilson; Colin Stone; Bethany Williams; Elias Street- er; Summer Cline; Ethan Johnston; Anastasia Glover, Madeeyah Myrick; Luca Ridgley; Travien Need help? Don’t know who to call? Tolbert; Jerome Patterson, Jadon Bradford and Nicholas Rudy; Angel Paz; Kiki Sibilla; John Va- nover; Richard Webber; Derek Hammond; Brandon Armstrong; Mathew Baptiste; Noah Bunyan; Call the Chaplain Hotline. Marcus Howard; Alton Pendergrass; John Smith and Sydney Timme. (Courtesy photo) DSN 637-2273 (CARE), comm. 0444-66-2273

8 Outlook June 9, 2017 Parent & Child Monkey see, monkey do: The power of setting an example

person doing. So those neurons may be sincerely. tablets constantly at our fingertips. For By Mieke VanderBorght firing as your children are watching you, This modeling idea is so big that it goes them, this is all normal, and that’s fine Contributor but they sure aren’t when they’re listen- beyond language – way beyond. Children because it’s the world we’re in. Howev- ing to you. Imagine how powerful it is will learn not only how to be polite in so- er, you still have an enormous amount CASERMA EDERLE — You talk the then when children observe what their ciety, but also how to resolve conflict; of control over establishing what nor- talk, but do you walk the walk? Clichéd parents are doing. deal with adversity; act in a relationship; mal use of all these devices is. Are you phrases aside, the message couldn’t be To bring this into concrete terms, let’s use (or not use) drugs, alcohol or tobac- constantly on your phone, forever tuning more important for parents: Words are look at some examples. How about the co; maintain a healthy diet; use screens out to the world around you, getting in easy to say and directives are easy to dole classics of telling your children to say and technology reasonably; and much, the thick of social media drama, posting out, but kids learn better by watching hello or goodbye much more sim- mean things online? what you’re doing rather than listening to people as you Children will learn not only how to be ply by watching Your “mini me” watching you do all to what you’re saying. greet or leave what you do. this will not only follow you, but, being From the very first days of life, babies them, or the re- polite in society, but also how to resolve Want your chil- digital natives, has the capacity to take it imitate: Stick your tongue out at a new- minders to “say conflict; deal with adversity; act in a rela- dren to respect much farther than you could ever imag- born and she’ll stick her tongue right please and thank tionship; use (or not use) drugs, alcohol you? Show ine. Because of this, it’s our duty as par- back out at you. That tendency to imitate you,” or finally or tobacco ... and much, much more. them respect. ents to be particularly careful, thoughtful will continue throughout childhood, and that all-too-com- Want them to and purposeful with what kind of be- beyond. Ever catch your child putting his mon directive to work through havior we’re modeling for our children hand on his hip just the way you do? Or “say you’re sorry!” Sure, children might their problems calmly and with words? around screens. how about repeating your exact words eventually comply with your demands -- Turn down your own emotional reac- So sure, the “do as I say, not as I do” when arguing with a friend? Guess where when you’re around instructing them to tivity around them: Don’t yell in front approach works. If you want your kids they learned it from – go on, take a guess. do so. What’s more, they certainly won’t of them, don’t spank them, and let them to say what you’re saying and do what I’ll give you half a second to figure it out. internalize these societal niceties as natu- see you practicing calm, effective ways you’re doing, that is. It won’t be success- Imitation is such a basic, automatic pro- ral, normal ways to talk to people. to work through conflict. Want them to ful however, if you expect your children cess, we can even see it happen inside the Want a better way? Let your children have a healthy relationship with food and to listen to what you tell them when that brain. All humans -- and even some other watch you greet them and others with a positive body image? Let them see you doesn’t match what you yourself are do- species -- have something called mirror a smile and a friendly, “Hello!” When eating well, and taking good care of and ing. The solution is simple: Model the neurons. These are special neurons that you ask your children, your partner, or appreciating your body. behavior you want your children to learn, fire not only when you do a particular ac- anyone else to do something, say please. One final example is a biggie for our and they’ll pick it up it no time. tion, but also when you observe someone And when they do it, thank them. And 21st century culture. Remember that VanderBorght is a Child Development Spe- else doing that action. That means that when you’ve made a mistake -- let’s your children are what’s called “digital cialist/Media Educator and Family Advocacy Program Parent-Child Educator and Emergency the brain activity of the person watch- say you’ve yelled at your kids -- model natives” and have never known a world Placement Coordinator for U.S. Army Garrison ing is sometimes the same as that of the making amends: Apologize, simply and without smart phones, social media and Italy. Employee At the movies

My Cousin Rachel Spotlight (Rated PG-13) A young Englishman (Sam This week, the Outlook puts the spotlight Claflin) seeks revenge against on Elena Baladelli, who works for U.S. his beautiful cousin (Rachel Army Garrison Italy at Camp Darby. Weisz), but soon finds him- self falling under the spell of Organization/position: her mysterious charm. This is TSAE 7th Army Training Command/ a new adaptation of Daphne Visual Information Specialist du Maurier’s 1951 novel. The first film adaptation was re- Overview of job/duties: leased in 1952. Photo and video documentation of military training exercises, ceremonies, June 9 7 p.m. The Mummy (PG-13) flight operations and NATO operations 10 p.m. Megan Leavey (PG-13) (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, June 10 3 p.m. The Mummy (PG-13) indoor and in Europe. You can see the pho- DMC Public Affairs Office) 6 p.m. My Cousin Rachel (PG-13) tos on the Defense Video Imagery Distribu- June 11 3 p.m. My Cousin Rachel (PG-13) tion System https://www.dvidshub.net/. 6 p.m. Megan Leavey (PG-13) “My office supports The AFSOUTH (Allied Forces, Southern Europe) in -Eu June 14 7 p.m. Alien: Covenant (R) rope for DA photos, followed by electronic submission to the DAPMIS system June 15 7 p.m. Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (PG-13) (Department of the Army Photo Management Information System). The DA June 16 7 p.m. Cars 3 in 3D (G) Photo is used to quickly determine a Soldier’s professionalism and military 10 p.m. Rough Night (R) bearing while conducting a board or in a situation where the Solider is not June 17 3 p.m. Cars 3 (G) physically present.” 6 p.m. All Eyez on Me (R) June 18 3 p.m. Cars 3 (G) 6 p.m. Rough Night (R) Major accomplishments or goals: June 21 7 p.m. How to be a Latin Lover (PG-13) The TSC takes digital images for media library, events, training support ma- June 22 7 p.m. All Eyez on Me (R) terials and ensures that all documentation is kept according to official archive requirements. https://www.shopmyexchange.com/reel-time-theatres/Vicenza. Movie schedule is provided by AAFES. What do you like best about your job? “I like to meet many people from different countries.” 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

Schedule is subject to change without notice.

9 Outlook June 9, 2017 Out & About All listings compiled by Anna Terracino

VENETO & NEARBY

Mexico & Würstel June 9-11, 7 p.m.- 11 p.m., Costozza (), Via Chiesa Nuova 37. Food booths featuring Mexican and Tyrolese specialties open at 7 p.m. Bounce houses and charity raffle; live music and dancing each night. http://www.vicenzatoday.it/eventi/mexico-wurs- tel-2017-a-costozza-di-longare-sapori-messicani-e-tirolesi. html

Festa di Sant’Antonio St. Antony Fair June 9-11 and June 13, . Food booths open at 7:30 p.m. Bounce houses, live music and dancing each night; June 13 fireworks at 11:30 p.m. http://www.santantoniozugliano.it/

Lucciolata Charitable night walk June 9, 5 or 10 km walk will be held in Vicenza, at 8:30 p.m., at Maddalene Sports Center, Via delle Madd- Juggling Festival alene. Free participation; monetary donations will be accepted and sent to Aviano’s Cancer Treatment Cen- ter. http://www.marathonclubvicenza.it/calendario.html

Sagra dei SS Patroni and June 25 at 11:30 a.m., Vicenza, Salvi Gardens, Cor- https://www.ilturista.info/blog/12504-La_mostra_Van_ Saint Patrons’ Fair so Santi Felice e Fortunato 4. A great variety of street Gogh_Alive_a_Bologna/

June 9-11 and June 16-19, Gambugliano, Via Antonio food selections including Asian, Mexican, vegan and gluten-free specialties. Draft beers; crafts and vinyl Sculture di Sabbia Bruttomesso 3. Bounce houses on Saturdays and Sun- Sand Sculptures Festival days from 6 p.m.; food booths featuring a great variety collectibles exhibit and sale; light displays; music with Through Sept. 10, in Jesolo, Piazza Brescia, about 64 of local specialties open at 7 p.m. Live music and ball- bands and DJs. Free entrance before 8 p.m.; €1 after 8 miles east of Vicenza; this year’s theme is the “60 years room dancing start at 9 p.m. p.m.; June 25, €1 after 4 p.m. http://www.viaggiesagre.it/sagre/veneto/giugno/Gambuglia- https://www.facebook.com/Lumenfestival/ of European peace, art, culture and history”; interna- no.html tional artists take part in this special event; they com- Triskell – Festa Internazionale di Musica Celtica pete in shaping every kind of artistic figure with fine Il grande Festival Medievale e Fantasy Triskell – International Celtic Music Festival golden sand; free entrance. Yggdrasil Medieval and Fantasy Pagan Festival June 21-July 2, Trieste; Boschetto del Ferdinandeo; http://www.jesolo.it/sculture-di-sabbia-2017.html June 15, 3 p.m.-midnight; June 16-17, 11 a.m.-mid- Via Carlo de Marchesetti. Opens at 4 p.m. on week- night; June 18, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Treviso, Villa de Rea- days and at 10:30 a.m. Fridays-Sundays. Celtic market MARKETS li, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi 20. The event is a Celtic, and food; natural elements, fire and crystal ball shows medieval and pagan folk festival that promotes respect with Vassago; Celtic wedding celebrations (€10); live VENETO of nature; medieval market. Live music, fire and magic music every night starts at 9 p.m.; clay workshops. Free shows; sword plays, ancient games and street artists; Scottish and Celtic dancing workshop; archery work- : June 11, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Garibaldi, Piazza XX free contests for the best medieval, gothic, fantasy and shops; body and face painting; July 2, at 7:30 p.m. co- Settembre, Via Ognibene, about 20 miles southwest of Vi- Celtic costumes; booths feature medieval and exotic splay contest. cenza (about 100 vendors) food, as well as vegan and organic specialties. To get http://www.utherpendragon.it discount tickets online and for more information in Montegrotto (Padova): June 11, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza 1º Fiaccolata di Solferino Maggio, about 34 miles southeast of Vicenza (about 70 English, visit http://www.yggdrasil-festival.com/index.php/ Torchlight walk in Solferino vendors) en/il-festival-en. June 24: The Italian Red Cross has invited national Red Cross societies around the world to join in Fiaccolata Portobuffolè (Treviso): June 11, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Bec- Juggling Festival caro, about 88 miles northeast of Vicenza (250 vendors) June 16-17, 6-11 p.m.; June 18, 4-11 p.m., Malo, Vil- di Solferino, a celebration of the ideals of the Red Cross, la Clementi, Via Cardinal de Lai 61, about 20 miles and to participate in a 7 km torchlight walk between Vicenza: June 11, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza dei Signori, Piazza northwest of Vicenza. Jugglers, magicians, fire and the towns of Castiglione and Solferino. Duomo, Piazza Garibaldi, Piazza Palladio, Piazza Biade and clowns shows; arts workshop. Live music; food booths; The event commemorates Henry Dunant’s experience Piazza Castello (220 vendors) free entry. of giving care to the wounded in the aftermath of the http://www.malojugglingfestival.it/ Battle of Solferino, which took place June 24, 1859. Villafranca (Verona): June 11, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Cas- While Dunant did not participate in the battle, he wit- tello (90 vendors) Sagra delle Rane nessed its aftermath and was motivated by the horrific Frog Festival suffering of wounded soldiers left on the battlefield to Verona: June 17, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Piazza S. Zeno, about 38 miles west of Vicenza (50 vendors) June 16-18 and June 23-26, Grossa di Gazzo Padova- begin a campaign that would eventually result in the Geneva Conventions and the establishment of the In- no, about 12 miles east of Vicenza. Food booths featur- Cittadella (Padova): June 18, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., downtown ing frog risotto, fried frogs, sausage and polenta, gnoc- ternational Red Cross. squares and streets, about 21 miles northeast of Vicenza chi, horse steaks, homemade desserts and local sweets The Vicenza Red Cross is organizing a bus to the event. (about 70 vendors) open at 7 p.m. Live music and dancing at 9 p.m.; carni- Registered volunteers have priority. Please stop by or val rides; fireworksJune 26 at 11:45 p.m. Free entrance call the office to reserve a seat. Registration for the Este (Padova): June 18, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Maggiore and and parking. event must be completed online. The bus will depart Via Matteotti, about 28 miles south of Vicenza (60 ven- http://www.sagradellerane.com/ from the Shoppette parking lot June 24 at 1 p.m. and dors) return around 1 a.m. on June 25. For more informa- Lumen Festival tion, please contact the Red Cross office at DSN 637- Godega di Sant’Urbano: June 18, 8 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Light, Music and Food Trucks Festival 8918, COMM 0444-61-8918. Via Roma, about 78 miles northeast of Vicenza (234 ven- dors) June 21-23, 6 p.m.-midnight, June 23 starts at 4 p.m. https://www.cri.it/11-05-2017-corsa-avvicinamento-fiaccola- ta-solferino-2017 Montagnana: June 18, 8 a.m. to sunset, Piazza Maggiore Van Gogh Alive Exhibit 150, about 27 miles south of Vicenza (60 vendors) Through July 30, Bologna, Ex-Chiesa San Mattia, Via Padova: June 18, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Prato della Valle and Via Sant’Isaia 14. Open Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-8 Umberto I, about 24 miles southeast of Vicenza (180 ven- p.m.; Fridays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sundays, 10 dors) a.m.-9 p.m. Explore Van Gogh’s work and life experi- ences during the period 1880 to 1890. See his works Soave: June 18, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Antonio Marogna in hyper-fine detail, with special attention paid to key and Corso Vittorio Emanuele, about 23 miles west of Vi- features; photographs and video have also been aug- cenza, (110 vendors) mented to demonstrate his sources of inspiration. Synchronized to a powerful classical score, more than 3,000 Van Gogh images at an enormous scale create a For a comprehensive list of festivals, concerts thrilling display that fills giant screens, walls, columns, and upcoming sporting events, Triskell Celtic Festival ceilings and even the floor. Entrance fee: €14; reduced please see our Pinterest page, €12. www.pinterest.com/usagvicenza.

10 Outlook June 9, 2017 Out & About

Arno. This tradition dates to medieval times, when similar competitions took place in Pisa to celebrate the TUSCANY Feast of the Assumption. Since 1718, the regatta has become part of the city’s patron saints celebrations. CONCERTS/SPORTS Sagra del Pesce https://issuu.com/13460/docs/giugnopisano-fascicoloa5-web Fish Fair June 9-11, Certaldo (Florence), at multipurpose cen- 62^ Regata delle Repubbliche Marinare ter, Viale Matteotti 201. Food booths feature tradition- 62nd Maritime Republics’ Regatta Guns ‘N’ Roses – June 10 Imola al Tuscan sea food dishes and 7 p.m. and, on Sunday, Bruno Mars – June 12 Casalecchio di Reno; June 15 June 18, from 3:30 p.m.; vintage vehicles parade; 5 p.m. Assago also at noon. historical parade of the antique Maritime Republics; 7 Cranberries – June 12 Milan;June 23 Piazzola sul Brenta http://www.sagretoscane.com/sagre/fi/certaldo/ p.m. regatta; 9:15 p.m. regatta award ceremony and live (Padova) sagra-del-pesce-certaldo.html music. Green Day – June 14 Lucca; June 15 Monza https://issuu.com/13460/docs/giugnopisano-fascicoloa5-web Justin Bieber & Martin Garrix – June 18 Monza Sagra della Bistecca Tony Bennett – June 18 Verona Steak Festival Lucca Summer Festival Deep Purple – June 22 Rome; June 26 Casalecchio di Through June 11, from 7 p.m., Serravalle Pistoiese In Lucca, Piazza Napoleone; June 14 Green Day + Reno; June 27 Assago (Pistoia). Food booths feature grilled steaks and many Rancid; July 4 Imagine Dragons; July 9 Ennio Mor- Aerosmith – June 23 Florence other local specialties and wine; entertainment for ricone; July 11 LP + Ran’n’bone Man; July 13 J-ax and Damian Jr Gong Marley – June 23 Rome children. Live music and dancing. Fedez; July 15 Robbie Williams; July 21 Il Volo; July 22 Jethro Tull by Ian Anderson – June 23 Rome; June 24 http://www.sagretoscane.com/sagre/pt/serravalle-pistoiese/ Sogliano al Rubicone (Forlì); June 26 Brescia Macklemore & Ryan Lewis; July 23 Kasabian; July 31 Depeche Mode – June 25 Rome; June 27 Milan; June 29 sagra-della-bistecca-di-casalguidi.html Pet Shop Boys. Bologna http://www.luccalive.com/2017/04/24/lucca-summer-festi- The Beach Boys – June 27 Rome Sagra del Cinghiale val-2017-il-calendario-aggiornato/ Wild Boar Festival Sean Paul – June 27 Padova; April 17 Milan The Chainsmokers –June 28 Milan June 10-11, Pelago (Florence), Sports Center, Via Bar- LP – July 3 Rome; July 11 Lucca diglioni 17. Food booths featuring a wide variety of Imagine Dragons – July 4 Lucca; July 10 Verona wild board and local specialties open at 7 p.m. and on The Darkness - July 6 Legnano (Milano); Nov. 11 Milano; June 11 also at noon. MARKETS Nov. 9 Ciampino (Rome) http://www.sagretoscane.com/sagre/fi/pelago/sagra-del-cing- TUSCANY Wolfmother + Giuda – July 7 Padova hiale-tortelli-e-grigliata.html Ryan Adams – July 7 Rome; July 12 Gardone Riviera (Bres- cia) Sagra del Fiore di Zucca Fritto Bolgheri (Livorno): June 10-11, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., downtown Lauryn Hill & special guest Kamasi Washington – July 8 Fried Pumpkin Flower Festival squares and streets Lucca; July 9 Rome June 10-11, La Serra, San Miniato (Pisa). Dinner fea- The Lumineers – July 10 Rome; July 12 Villafranca (Vero- turing many dishes prepared with pumpkin flowers Florence (Tuscany): June 11, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Santo na) and other local specialties starts at 8 p.m.; live music Spirito and Borgo Tego-laio (about 100 vendors) Anastacia – July 12 every night. Erykah Badu-Mary J. Blige – July 12 Lucca The Lumineers – July 12 Villafranca (Verona) http://www.sagretoscane.com/cerca?q=&catego- Forte dei Marmi (Lucca): June 10-11, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Elton John and his Band – July 14 Mantova ry=&tag=&area=&city=&date=&page=6&post=578 Dante Robbie Williams – July 14 Verona; July 15 Lucca; July 17 Barolo La Luminara Montepulciano (Siena): June 10-11, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Grande U2 –The Joshua Tree – July 15-16 Rome The Illumination of Pisa George Benson – July 17 Marostica June 16, from 3:30 p.m., Pisa. The Duomo, the Leaning Piombino (Livorno): June 10-11, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Kamasi Washington – July 19 Bologna; July 20 Rome Tower and every building around the Arno River will Cappelletti, Corso Italia, via Fucini, Piazza Gramsci Red Hot Chili Peppers – July 20 Rome; July 21 Milan be decked with more than 70,000 candles. Flickering Kasabian – July 22 piazzola sul Brenta (Padova); July 23 yellow flames will light up each doorway and window Pisa: June 10-11, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Piazza dei Cavalieri Lucca; Nov. 3 Assago ledge, their reflections floating along the Arno so -vi Marilyn Manson – July 26 Villafranca (Verona) brantly it becomes clear why this night is called La Pistoia: June 10-11, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Via Pertini Sting – July 27 Cividale del Friuli; July 28 Mantova Luminara, Italian for the Illumination. Streets by the Joss Stone – July 28 Tarvisio (Udine) Arno will be closed to cars, allowing pedestrians to Vicopisano (Pisa): June 11, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Domen- Pet Shop Boys – July 31 Lucca ico Cavalca The Offspring – Aug. 2 Rome walk along the river, where vendors sell food, sweets Ben Harper – Aug. 10-11 Gardone Riviera (Brescia) and trinkets for kids; at 11:45 p.m. fireworks musical Lady Gaga – Sept. 26 Assago show. Pontedera (Pisa): June 17, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., main squares and streets downtown Bryan Adams – Nov. 10 Padova; Nov. 11 Assago; Nov. 14 https://issuu.com/13460/docs/giugnopisano-fascicoloa5-web Rome; Nov. 16 Bolzano Certaldo (Florence): June 18, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Boccac- James Blunt – Nov. 12 Rome; Nov. 13 Florence; Nov. 14 Ferie delle Messi cio and Via 2 Giugno Assago Medieval Harvest Festival Metallica – Feb. 10, 2018 Torino; Feb. 12 and Feb. 14, 2018 June 16-18, San Gimignano (Siena); highlights of this Florence: June 17-18, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Indipendenza, Casalecchio sul Reno festival include a historical parade, a tug-of-war race; about 130 vendors Lucca: June 17-18, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza blessing of the horses of the four town districts and Antelminelli, Piazza S. Giovanni, Piazza San Giusto, Via San ITALIAN ARTISTS horse race; birds of prey demonstrations and medieval Giovanni, Corte Bertolini (about 230 vendors) Tiziano Ferro – June 11 Lignano Sabbiadoro; June 16-17 market; free entrance. Milan; June 24 Bologna; June 28 and June 30 Rome; July 15 Florence http://www.cavalieridisantafina.it/en/eventi/ferie-delle-mes- Marina di Grosseto (Grosseto): June 17-18, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Giovanni Allevi Symphonic Tour – June 17 Massa-Carr- si-16-17-18-giugno-2017/ Via XXIV Maggio ara; Sept. 7 Vicenza Gino Paoli, Danilo Rea, Sergio Cammariere – June 25 Il Palio di San Ranieri Ponte a Egola (Pisa): June 18, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Piazza Garibaldi and Via XXV Aprile Milan San Ranieri’s Palio Franco Battiato – June 26 Rome; June 28 Pistoia; June 29 Pisa celebrates its patron saint on June 17. To mark the Quarrata (Pistoia): June 18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Piazza Risorgi- Palmanova (Udine) event, from 9:30 p.m. the city’s four historic districts mento Vasco Rossi – July 1 Modena compete against each other in a regatta on the River Renato Zero – July 1-2, July 4-6 Rome; July 29 Lajati- co (Pisa); Sept. 1-2 Arena di Verona, Sept. 7 and Sept. 9 Taormina Edoardo Bennato – July 7 in Vigevano (Pavia); Nov. 11 Rome; Nov. 24 Turin San Ranieri’s Palio Ennio Morricone – July 7 Rome; Aug. 30 Verona J-ax and Fedez – July 13 Lucca Antonello Venditti – July 15 Codroipo (Udine) Il Volo – July 21 Lucca Arisa – Sept. 2 Modena Elisa – Sept. 12-13 and Sept. 15 Verona Fiorella Mannoia – Sept. 17 Verona Zucchero – Sept. 21-25 Verona Gianna Nannini – Dec 2 Rome; Dec. 4 Assago; Dec. 6 Florence

Motul FIM Superbike World Championship – June 16- 18 Misano Adriatico MotoGP Misano – June 18, Sept. 8-10 Misano Adriatico Formula 1 – Grand Prix –Sept. 1-3 Monza

Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio Shopping Center, or online at www.ticketone.it, www.vi- vaticket.it, and www.geticket.it.

11 Outlook June 9, 2017 Health & Wellness Plan ahead for pharmacy closure by Tamara Passut USAREUR training holiday and the end U.S. Army Health Center-Vicenza of school that week in attempt to mitigate impact on our patients since these days have traditionally been less busy for us. VICENZA— The U.S. Army Health “We have had major construction going Center–Vicenza Pharmacy will be closed on behind the scenes at the USAHC-V June 16 and 19 due to construction. Pharmacy for a few months and our Patients will still be able to pick up re- pharmacy team has been working hard newed, refilled and new medication pre- to minimize the impact on our patients,” scriptions but should anticipate longer Delgado explained. “We have kept the wait times. average wait time down to about 10 The health center is also closed Thurs- minutes for new prescriptions and only day morning, June 15, for monthly train- around three minutes for refills that had ing, so Pharmacy leadership asks that pa- been called in or left in our drop box.” tients plan ahead for these days to ensure As a reminder, a prescription RENEW- they have plenty AL works differ- of medication. ently than a refill. The most visi- Renewal refers ble phase of the to a prescription renovations will that was previ- happen June 16 ously prescribed and 19, and ac- and the provider cess to the phar- renews because macy will be the patient ran limited. Pharma- out of refills, it cy counters will expired or there be closed, but was a change to patients will be the prescription. able to request Prescription re- medication using one of the following newals cannot be called in using the au- options: tomated pharmacy line because they are (1) Request a refill online at www.tri- tied to a new prescription number, much careonline.com, like getting a whole new medication pre- (2) Request a refill through the au- scribed. tomated pharmacy line at DSN: 636- To request a renewal, please contact 9133, comm. 0444-61-9133 (press 1 for your healthcare team through https://app. Landstuhl, press 3 for Vicenza, then mil.relayhealth.com or by phone at DSN press 1 for refills), or 636-9000, comm. 044-61-9000. Please (3) For refills or new prescriptions, allow three working days for prescription Art center makes changes, fill out medication request slip - locat renewals. ed in the pharmacy waiting area and Once a prescription renewal has been welcomes more visitors place it in the Drop Box for pickup at a put in by a provider, patients can pick up later specified time. the medication at the pharmacy by grab- bing a “New Rx/Renewal” ticket or by by Michelle Sterkowicz All prescriptions requested online, Art Center through the automated pharmacy line or utilizing the Drop Box system for later via the Drop Box outside the pharmacy pickup with expedited service. will be available for pick-up at the Health This construction brings necessary VICENZA— As of June 1, the Art Center discontinued the custom framing service. Clinic Information Desk, based on the changes to pharmacy processes June 16 Many think that was the heart and soul of the center, but if visitors will go in and visit, time the request was made. and 19, but with proper planning the im- they will find so much more than just framing! Requests made from 8 a.m. to noon can pact won’t be as noticeable. The center is going back to the basics and creating a place that focuses more on the be picked up the same day after 2 p.m. Now is the time to check the amount of foundation of why art centers were originally created in military communities after Requests made after noon can be picked medication you have and make any re- World War I. The staff feels it is important to have recreational activities in the field up the next day after 8 a.m. quests for refills or renewals in advance of art available for Soldiers and family members as well as all other Vicenza Com- “The biggest impact to patients will be as the pharmacy closure will mean lon- munity members. the longer turnaround time on medica- ger turnaround times, with many medi- Open studios are available with stocked materials that individuals can use for paint- tion requests during these two days,” said cations not available until the next day. ing, drawing, sculpting, wheel throwing, woodwork, glass- Maj. David Delgado, Chief of Pharma- Plan ahead now so you won’t be caught work, sewing, scrapbook- ing, crafts and more. cy. “We selected these days based on the in a bad situation later. Activities for all ages are offered — whether clients bring in their newborn to capture hand and foot prints or the grandparents for a family art night, ev- eryone will find some- thing they enjoy. Stay healthy! Classes are on the rise and are offered in various areas of art. Stop by to find that hidden natural talent that has been tucked away since high school, or discover a new area of interest. No experience needed, just the desire to try something new, have fun, and make some time for YOU! Certification classes occur on a monthly basis for framing and woodwork, and are required before using the frame studio and wood shop. Do-it-yourself framing is encouraged even more now since the center no longer provides the service. Whether framing a family photo or creating a plaque for a fellow Soldier, this class will get you on track. The Resiliency through Art program is also going to be on the rise this summer with more programs and open times available. This was a pilot program here in Vicenza in 2011 and has grown and expanded throughout the Army. The program uses the process of personal expression through art to provide relief for participants. It is designed to benefit individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, and can help boost self-confidence. Resiliency through Art is a great preven- CASERMA EDERLE — Preventive Medicine nurse Marianna Dobbins tion tool and is another great “me time” program for those individuals who just don’t administers a free blood pressure screening to Brianna Norton during the get down time in their busy lives. Healthy Lifestyle Festival June 2 at the commissary. The Defense Commis- Engraving services will continue, as well as plaque and award templates that we sary Agency and the Exchange teamed up for the event on Caserma Ederle have on display, so stop in to see our selection. over the weekend. Other activities included a physical therapy team at the The center is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturdays Exchange shoe department to help community members pick the proper shoes for their fitness needs and a yoga demonstration in front of the com- 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thank you for your continued support and appreciation for what the missary. (Photo by Aaron P. Talley, VMC Public Affairs Office) Vicenza Art Center can provide for the U.S. Army Garrison Italy community.

12 Outlook June 9, 2017