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Rear Adm. John C. “Jack” Scorby completed his tour as Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia (EURAFSWA) March 10, when he relinquished command to Rear Adm. Rick Williamson.

Scorby has been in command of Region EURAFSWA since October 2013. One of eight regions that constitute the Navy’s global shore installation enterprise, EURAFSWA stretches from Portugal to Romania and from the Mediterranean Sea to the Persian Gulf. It encompasses eight shore installations on three continents including Naval Support Activities (NSA) Bahrain, the Navy’s busiest port; Camp Lemonnier Djibouti, the only enduring U.S. military base in Africa; and Naval Support Facility (NSF) Deveselu, Romania, the first of two Aegis Ashore Ballistic Missile Defense Sites in eastern Europe; and supports U.S. joint forces conducting operations for U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command, and U.S. Central Command.

One of the biggest achievements Scorby realized was the implementation of the presidentially-mandated European Phased Adaptive Approach (EPAA) to ballistic missile defense. A multi-faceted initiative built upon the U.S. Navy’s expertise developed at sea, EPAA involved the forward-deployment of four Arleigh Burke-class ballistic missile defense capable guided missile destroyers to Rota, Spain as well as the construction of two Aegis Ashore Missile Defense Facilities (AAMDF) - one in Deveselu, Romania and one in Redizkowo, Poland.

The Navy broke ground for NSF Deveselu in 2014. It is the first naval installation to be constructed in nearly 30 years.

“NSF Deveselu’s construction was a tremendous combined effort in Romania. The Missile Defense Agency, Department of State, Army Corps of Engineers and the Romanian military all had important roles to play in the planning and execution of the project,” said Scorby. “It was truly a joint, bi-lateral effort, and it was exciting to witness its progression; not just the construction, but

also the development of our relationship with the Romanians.”

Under Scorby, the infrastructure to support the AAMDF was completed on time, having achieved every milestone laid out in the master plan. In 2016, shortly after Scorby relinquished command, the Navy will break ground on the next AAMDF in Redzikowo, Poland with the benefit of lessons learned from the success in Romania.

In Rota, the addition of the forward-deployed naval forces Europe, all of which arrived on Scorby’s watch, required upgrades and improvements to the installation in order to accommodate the ships, the crews, and their families.

“As the shore enterprise for the Navy, we not only support and enable the fleet, we also provide quality care and services for families. In Rota, we took a lot of steps to ensure those services were in place for the arriving crews and families.” Scorby credits the successful implementation of the first critical phases of the EPAA to the entire Region team. “It

was a region-wide effort to bring these destroyers into theater and build a completely new overseas facility,” Scorby said. “We received support from as far away as Bahrain, and a lot of people can claim they had a part in meeting our deadlines for this effort and setting the conditions for the follow-on effort in Poland.”

But it wasn’t just Romania and Spain that saw significant change during Scorby’s command. From Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti to the Navy’s large base of operations in Bahrain, to the installations in Spain, Italy, and Crete, the Navy grew its shore infrastructure and capabilities for supporting the fleet.

“This vast region has always been an operationally significant one for the Navy, but over the past couple of years as the other services have reduced their overseas footprints, especially in Europe, the Navy has been building,” said Scorby. “I am very proud to have been a part of that growth and to see the Navy on the leading edge of how the United States is addressing emergent security concerns both at sea and on shore.”

Sexual assault prevention was another focal point for Scorby’s efforts. Scorby served as the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program manager for the Naval Forces Europe/Africa area of responsibly and made a commitment to educate Sailors on the magnitude of the problem of sexual violence in the Navy and to empower them to take action.

“The SAPR program provides another opportunity to emphasize our ongoing commitment to instill a climate that does not tolerate, condone or ignore sexist behavior, sexual harassment, or sexual assault," added Scorby. "We have accomplished a great deal in the past years, but we must remember that SAPR is an ongoing effort that requires vigilance from everyone in the chain of command."

Scorby also made responsible stewardship of resources one of his highest priorities.

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The presentation of colors is performed during the Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia(EURAFSWA) and Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) exchange of command ceremony March 10. During the ceremony, Scorby assumed command of NRMA and Rear Adm. Rick Williamson assumed command of Navy Region EURAFSWA.

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USS Carney Completes First FDNF Patrol

USS Carney (DDG 64) returned to Rota, Spain March 13, after a four month patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.

Carney departed Rota on Nov. 7, 2015, beginning its first Forward-Deployed naval force (FDNF) patrol in support of ballistic missile defense of Europe and Operation Atlantic Resolve.

“From the English Channel to the Coast of Syria, Carney has covered over 20,700 nautical miles. I couldn’t be more proud of the crew and how they have handled themselves over the past 4 months on our first [FDNF] patrol. They have performed admirably and we are all excited to get back to Rota and see our families,”said Cmdr. Kenneth Pickard, USS Carney (DDG 64) commanding officer.

While on patrol, Carney conducted ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare and theater security cooperation missions.

Carney visited Haifa, Israel in February. While in Israel, Carney hosted the Israeli Minister of Defense and the United States Ambassador to Israel for a ship tour and joint press conference. The ship visited Palma De Mallorca, Spain in March. While in Spain, Sailors conducted a community relations project at a local animal shelter.

Carney’s participation in combined underway tactical exchanges with allies and regional partners helped the United States continue its efforts to strengthen maritime partnerships throughout Europe.

Carney is the last of four Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers to be forward deployed in theater.

Carney is now schedu led to begin a Chief of Naval Operations Selected Restricted Availability, focused on modernization in preparation for subsequent patrols in the U.S. 6th Fleet.

U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

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Team Rota,Women have been a crucial part in our history and continue

to make a difference each and every day. Even onboard Naval Station Rota, women accept the mission and are a major part of what that makes this installation successful.

I n 1 9 0 8 , w o m e n officially began serving as nurses in the Navy a s y e o m a n e t t e s o r yeomen and during WWII, Congress established the Navy’s Women’s Reserve Program, or WAVES.

Today, women serve in every rank from seaman to admiral and in every job from naval aviator to deep-sea diver. They comprise 18 percent of the Navy and are indispensable to the national security

mission. There are more than 59,000 active duty women serving in the Navy and more than 9,000 female Reservists. Thousands of women have served alongside men in Iraq, Afghanistan and at sea and their record of performance has been nothing less than outstanding.

Over the last decade, more than 280,000 women have deployed in support of our operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Women have shown great character, commitment and sacrifice--we simply could not accomplish the mission without them. The diversity of experiences women have had demonstrates both the challenges and the opportunities women have faced.

Character: Master Chief Hospital Corpsman Shannon Dittlinger, Command Master Chief of U. S. Naval Hospital Rota, exemplifies character. She accepted the position as the senior enlisted leader after it was vacant for months and immediately

made an impact because of her character and willingness to make a difference in the lives of over 336 sailors the mission and the people with whom they come in contact with every day. She demonstrates this, not because she has to, but because it is the right thing to do and she believes in it. Abraham Lincoln describes Master Chief Dittlinger pretty well. “Reputation is the shadow. Character is the tree.” Our character is much more than just what we try to display for others to see, it is who we are even when no one is watching. Good character is doing the right thing because it is right to do what is right.”

Commitment: Ronyé McCarthy is one of the individuals on this installation who exemplifies commitment. Not only is she an ombudsman for Naval Station Rota and CTF 68, she’s also the Assembly Chair. She is committed to the service members and their families and is always there to offer any assistance that may be needed. She has made a difference in our lives through instructing, offering guidance to various resources and continues to answer to the call and help men and women through their time of need. When I think of commitment, I think of Ms. McCarthy.

Sacrifice: Our wives, mothers and aunts onboard Naval Station Rota are truly committed and I am thankful for that. Commitment is responsibility or something that takes up time and energy. So to our women, you are in the trenches day in and day out, staying committed, sacrificing and making a difference 24/7. I know there are great women who were the first astronauts, the first to enlist into the military or even the first flag officer. They cannot be understated and they are great examples and role models for our daughters and sisters to follow. But there is a lot to be said for the women who sacrifices a professional career to be committed to her family and there are some that do both – That’s pretty damn amazing!

In celebration of Women’s History Month – Thanks for what you do and will continue to do.

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“We continually compare how we’ve done business and how we will do things in the future. For instance, energy-use reduction and conservation is one area we’ve made improvements,” he said. “Energy costs are a large portion of our budget, and with the Secretary of the Navy’s guidance, we’ve been able to institute measures to reduce those costs.”

Under his command this included solar car ports, electric vehicles, LED lighting, and other methods of conservation. Scorby also spearheaded the annual “Energy Biggest Loser” (EBL) Competition, which promoted a competitive spirit among the shore installations to reduce energy use. The EBL competition challenged each installation in Region EURAFSWA to reduce the installation’s energy consumption for a month and change the culture of energy use through education, awareness, and accountability at the individual, command, and functional levels.

Scorby adds that the Region will continue to provide quality shore support to the Fleet, Fighter, and Family which is a crucial enabler for U.S. and Allied operational success.

“The cornerstone of mission accomplishment is people, and the people who work here are why the Region is successful,” said Scorby. “We have an extremely diverse workforce of military, Department of Defense civilians, and host nation employees. I am grateful for the opportunity to have served with all of them.”

Scorby now commands Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, headquartered in Norfolk, Va., where Williamson recently served as commander.

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Rear Adm. John Scorby, commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, speaks at the Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia (EURAFSWA) and Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) exchange of command ceremony March 10. During the ceremony, Scorby assumed command of NRMA and Rear Adm. Rick Williamson assumed command of Navy Region EURAFSWA.

Photos by MC2 (SW/AW) Luke B. Meineke


Sailors of USS Porter (DDG 78), a guided-missile destroyer stationed in Rota, Spain, successfully completed a live-fire test from a SeaRAM missile system March 4.

SeaRAM, which replaced Porter's aft Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) mount, is a self-contained detect-to-engage ship self-defense capability that combines the sensor systems of a CIWS with an 11-round Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) launcher.

"The addition of this advanced weapon system to Porter's arsenal is extremely welcome," said Cmdr. Andria Slough, USS Porter's commanding officer. "It is a culmination of the cooperation of several program offices and agencies, both at sea and ashore, ensuring that out here on the front lines, we receive the capabilities we need, when we need them."

The SeaRAM installation aboard Porter took place as a response to a formal Urgent Operational Need for forward-deployed naval forces in Europe. Porter is the first of four DDGs to receive the Mk 15 SeaRAM Missile System equipped with enhanced capability RAM Block 2 missiles.

Additionally, the live-fire Combat Systems Ship Qualification Trial (CSSQT) represented the first cooperative effort between NAVSEA agencies and El Arenosillo Test Range off the coast of Huelva, Spain. The success of this CSSQT concluded a year's worth of groundbreaking effort for the engineering and acquisition professionals at NAVSEA.

"This team was able to go from white paper concept to live-fire testing in 12 months," said Rear Adm. Jon Hill, of Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS). "Our weapons, ship integration, and testing experts coordinated across a number of commands and organizations to identify assets, execute critical engineering requirements, deliver equipment, complete system installation, and conduct testing on a foreign test range ... all in record time; professionally and with the urgency of meeting a critical warfighting need."

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U.S. Navy Photo by Lt. j.g. Laura AdamsUSS Porter (DDG 78) structural test fires SeaRAM as the first Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer with a SeaRAM installation. Porter is forward-deployed to Rota, Spain and is preparing for deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.



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CONCERT at the Plaza Friday March 18 starting at 19:00.In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and this year’s Highland Games, the Celtic band Sheela Na Gig from Sevilla.Lent Coral Concert by the Orfeón Vigen de la Escalera; 19 March at 20:15 in Our Lady of O Church.XXXVI SAETAS (typical songs - flamenco- for Lent and Holy Week) Contest: Eliminatory 17 and 18 March; final 19 March at Peña Rociera Roteña at Calle Málaga, 9.PRE-HOLY WEEK PROCESSIONS: 18 March from Luis Ponce de León School at 18:00 and 19 March also at 18:00. Itinerary: Madrid, Celestino Mutis, Mercurio, Av. América, Rubén Darío, Virgen de las Angustias, Virgen de la Soledad, Virgen de la Amargura, San Juan Bosco, Zoilo Ruiz-Mateos, Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Duque de Ahumada, Juan de Austria, Venus, Bulevar Guadalupe, Tordesillas, Santillana de Mar, Arévalo,Av. América, Álamo, Almonte, Neptuno, Sol, Celestino Mutis y Madrid.

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The Underdogs and Gwyndel at Shamrock'sBy William Brogan

learning how to play. Growing up in Sevilla, pipe teachers were not exactly knocking on his door offering lessons so he had to teach himself and attending as many workshops as he could throughout Spain. The Irish word uilleann means elbow because the elbow is used to fill the bellows with air unlike the bag pipes where the user blows into the bag.

Don't miss this group that brings together over 50 years of experience in Irish music.

In celebration of St. Patrick’s day, Saturday March 19 p.m. at 9:30 PM, the Irish traditional music group Gwyddel will be performing at the Shamrock Bar and Eatery outside the El Puerto gate. Their selections include various traditional jigs and reels as well as some modern tunes played in a traditional style.Gwyddel has performed many times at Shamrock and the place is always packed. They recently took a brief trip to Ireland where they performed in bars and listened to other groups. “We really enjoyed our trip and times playing in Irish pubs,” said Macue Narbona, one of the founding members. “We also had the good fortune to get advice from authentic Irish musicians – it was great!”

Gwyddel formed in 2012 in Jerez and quickly started per-forming in bars, restaurants and music halls throughout the Cadiz region. Although this area isn't exactly the epicenter of Irish traditional music, Gwyddel has gained a following and provides an alternative to rock and flamenco in this area.

This group often starts a recognizable hornpipe in unison, or with the fiddler and flute playing the melody while the others play harmony and rhythm. Then the melody is passed around to the other instruments. Passing around the tune is very common in bluegrass sessions but in Irish traditional, the flute and fiddle typically play the melody in unison. When I mentioned this to Macue, she replied, “We are aware that our audiences might get tired of traditional tunes played the same way evey time, which is why we try to jazz them up a bit." Sometimes a soloist will morph into a jazz solo before returning to the Celtic tune.

As with any band, each member brings their particular background and influence to each song. They are clearly Irish traditional music and list the Chieftains as one of their inspirations. Still, the members have classical, jazz and ‘70s rock backgrounds. The band consists of Macue on bodhran (Irish drum), Pepe Torres (tin whistle and flute), Belen Lucena (fiddle), and Antonio Corrales (bass) make up the rest of the team.Come out to The Shamrock on Saturday night to hear this unique group.

Laurel y CanelaThis relatively new tapas/gastro bar on Avenida María Auxili-adora in downtown Rota promises to be interesting and I am looking forward to trying their fares shortly. Everything on their menu is made from scratch and Delia, the owner and

If you remember the Irish music celebration at The Sham-rock Bar & Eatery last year and the year before, I’ve got good news: The Underdogs are returning! Koke Folgueira (guitar), Alejo Parra (uilleann pipes), and Paco Gonzalez (fiddle) will be playing Thursday night, March 17 at 8 pm. When they played last year, two Irish women showed up: one who could play spoons and the other could dance. Whenever the Underdogs play an Irish friend of theirs, Tim, is often coaxed into singing a song or two – sometimes in Irish.Last year Paco (formerly of The Salty Dog String Band) gathered his long-term friends together to form The Under-dogs, a traditional Irish music group. “It’s a group of friends with a common passion for this type of music,” Paco told me. “We’ve played music together for years but until I moved to Sevilla two years ago, we really only played when I was here visiting or we all happened to show up at the same session on the Costa del Sol.” Paco learned Irish fiddle during his eight years of living in Ireland where he studied under Paul O’Shaugnessy and even the legendary Tommy Peoples.

Koke previously played guitar with Stolen Notes (the award-winning band Alejo started). Koke is arguably one of the best rhythm guitar players of Celtic music in all of Spain. He’s an officer in the Spanish Armada and grew up in Asturias where there’s a heavy Irish influence. “After retuning my guitar to the Irish tuning about ten years ago, I’ve never turned back,” Koke told me. Standard guitars are tuned to EADGBE but many guitar players of Irish music retune their guitars to DADGAD because it goes very well with the tunes. When Alejo first heard Loreena McKennitt he fell in love with the sound of the uileann pipes, even though he had no idea what instrument was making the sound. After figuring it out, he travelled to Ireland, bought a set and got started

chief cook, has been in the restaurant business all of her adult life and her passion is cooking. They open at noon ev-ery day and the kitchen is open all day so you can go in and eat early at "American" times with no problem. Their prices are good and are even better during their HAPPY HOUR from 17:00 to 19:00 Tuesday through Friday. They have a varied offering with a good selection of "montaditos" or little sub type sandwiches as well as several burgers: Mari, chili and B.B.Q. plus their very special GREEN BURGER which is chicken, spinach and greens in a bun with a yogurt sauce. It looks delicious! Oh, yes, they serve big mugs of beer and every Saturday Delia makes at least one special typical dish. On Saturdays and Sundays, they open at 10 a.m. instead of noon and serve American style breakfasts of bacon, eggs, sausages, beans and pancakes. They have take away and also do special orders so if you want a Spanish omelet, roast lamb or "arranque roteño" for example, call ahead and they will make it for you. This is a great help for a dinner party. Give Laurel y Canela a try and let us know how you like it. Hopefully we can give you a firsthand report next week.

Automecánica Jerez If your passion is classic 4 x 4 cars, Automecánica Jerez can help you in many ways. They can do all types of servicing for a 4 x 4 that you may already have: ranging from body work to engine repair, pre ITV checkups and more, come by Automecanica Jerez. They specialize in your vehicle. If you 're interested in buying one of these cars, they will be happy to guide you and show you all available options. You can see their information in their ad on page 19.

XXXI HALF MARATHON "Costa de la Luz"; Chipiona-Rota; 3 April. Leaves Chipiona at 10:00 Blas Infante Park and fin-ishes in Plaza de España, Rota. Registrations at www.sesca.es Inscription fee 15€. Last day to register is 30 March. II "TORRIJAS" CONTEST 18 March at 10:30 in the North Market. Torrijas are the Spanish version of French Toast and are one of the typical desserts during Lent and Easter. Inscriptions 4 - 17 March in the Tourist Office; 09:30-13:30 and 17:00-20:00 Mon. - Fri. and 10:00-13:00 Weekends. More information: 956 846345 and [email protected] WORKSHOP Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15am to 10:15am 679 124 203. Cultural Center Casino Roteño. 21, Charco Street.BILINGUAL MEETING – Spanish And English 11:00-13:30, Saturdays, Meet at La Choza del Mayeto (the bar inside Mayeto Park), it is free, just pay for the drinks you consume.BOTANICAL GARDEN “Celestino Mutis” from Tues. to Sun., from 10:00 to 14:00 and again from 16:30 to 18:30FLEA MARKET Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Central Market. To get a table, you must sign up at in the bar in the Central Market.

PUERTO DE SANTA MARÍAFLAMENCO SCENE 18 March at 20:30 in the Municipal Theater Pedro Muñoz Seca.CONCERT `Sabor a Calle´ in Sala Milwaukee Friday, 18 March. Sala Milwaukee - Avda. Bajamar, 10 Entrance 10€METROPOLITAN PARK Los Toruños in Valdelagrana. Various activities: bike tours, train tours, nature photography, kayaking & more. Info at: www.parquedelabahia.esSOLIDARITY FLEA MARKET every Sunday 10:00 to 15:00 in the Paseo José Luis Tejada.FLAMENCO in Peña Flamenca Tomás `El Ni -t r i ´ 22:00, Saturday, 19 March.Free entrance. . C/ Diego Niño, 1 WINE TOUR & TASTING in Gutierrez Colosía, Av. Bajamar, 40. English tours Monday – Friday 12: 15 Saturday 1pm. Get to know Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, Cream, Moscatel Soleado & Pedro Ximénez 6€ per person Information and reservations: 956 852 852 / 659 755 701 Web: www.gutierrez-colosia.com Email: [email protected] GUIDED TOUR, PATH OF THE SENSESReservations: 649 882 288 - 956 853 960, www.rutadelossentidos.com


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Child Find for children 3 to 5 years of age is an ongoing outreach program that locates and identifies children who may have developmental delays or educational disabilities and need special services. If you have concerns regarding your child's development please contact 727-4185 or 727-4435.

wic overseAs Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Overseas is a

nutrition, education and supplemental food program for qualified members of the uniformed services, civilian employees, DoD contractors living overseas and their family members. Participants include pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women, infants and children up to age 5. WIC benefits include one-on-one nutrition counseling, nutrition and health screenings, breast-feeding education, breast pump loan program, infant and child feeding tips and drafts redeemable for nutritious foods. Call 727-2921 for more information.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetingsAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are scheduled

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 p.m. in the fellowship hall at the chapel. For more information, call the DAPA at 727-2161. AA off-base: "Rota Drydock," every Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Calle Calvario, 67, Inglesia del Carmen, Rota (Lat: 36.624466, Long: -6.356386). For information about the meeting in Rota, call Joe Garcia at 629-21-1312 or 956-81-5842. Online, visit http://www.aaonline.net or http://www.aaspain.org.

dlpt, dlAb testing At the ncoNavy College Office Rota has assumed responsibility

for the Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) and Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB). Testing is by appointment only - walk in testing will not be permitted. Individuals without One-Net access must call Neville Hollin at 727-2126. He will coordinate a time for the individual to come by to Building 3269 to start filling out the SAAR-N for access to One-Net. Access to One-Net is a requirement for DLPT/DLAB testing and a requirement to set up the appointment for testing. For more information, please contact Brenda Carpentar or Leslie Dickey at 727-2798/2785.

prepAre For the sAt or Act noweKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep

Programs worth $200 to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DoD employees and civilians performing military support, as well as their family members. Materials may be ordered online at http://www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-25-6407.

umuc oFFers multiple degreesThere’s a reason more than 93,000 students have

chosen UMUC. They have experienced faculty with professional knowledge, plus UMUC is regionally accredited and internationally recognized. UMUC Europe offers several certificate programs, along with many associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. On top of that, there are many other degree options through the UMUC Stateside Campus. Stop by the UMUC office here in Rota and find out how UMUC can help you reach your academic goals. They are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you can't stop by their office in the Community Service Building (CSB), call them at 727-2917 or email them at [email protected].

centrAl texAs college (ctc) clAsses Central Texas College is a regionally accredited college

serving various certificate degree programs. Currently, CTC is offering four to-face courses are eight weeks long, one night a week, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There are several other available online degree programs, and registration for these is open every month. If you’re interested in enrolling and registering to take classes, please contact CTC field representatives for more information at 727- 2574 or email CTC at [email protected].

o u o F F e r s mAster oF humAn relAtions

The Un ivers i t y o f Oklahoma offers a Master of Human Relat ions. The Master of Human Relations program offers emphasis in organizational studies, counseling and the helping professions and social change. Face-to-face classes are taught Tuesday through Friday, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Online classes are also available each semester. The MHR is a non-thesis program which includes four core classes, six e l e c t i v e s a n d o n e internship experience for a total of 36 semester hours. For more information, call OU at 727-2799 or email at [email protected].

e r A u h A s A progrAm For you

E m b r y - R i d d l e Aeronautical University (ERAU) has the graduate, u n d e r g r a d u a t e a n d certificate programs to help you achieve your academic and career goals. While in Rota, with Embry-Riddle Worldwide, you can get your education in a way that works best for you: in the traditional classroom, available at more than 150 locations throughout the world; online, from anywhere a c r o s s t h e g l o b e ;

EagleVision Classroom-web video conferencing between classrooms; EagleVision Home Web video conferencing from the convenience of your home; and Blended, which allows you to combine learning modes to suit your lifestyle. Visit our website at http://worldwide.erau.edu or contact your local office at [email protected] to learn about available programs and courses. Call ERAU at 727-2984.

The Embry Riddle Aeronautical Rota Campus is pleased to offer the following face-to-face classes March 21 through May 22.

AMNT281- Turbine Engine Theory & Applications, meeting every Tuesday night from 6 to 10 p.m.

MATH111- College Mathematics for Aviation I meeting Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m.

MGMT436- Strategic Management, meeting over 2weekends in April. Please call our office at 727-2984 or email rota@erau.

edu with any questions, and/or to sign up. Registration is now open! Tuition assistance requests can be done now!

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2016 conFrAternity oF christiAn doctrine (ccd) registrAtion

Registration is now under way for CCD classes, which begins Sunday at Naval Station Rota Chapel. Catholic Religious Education classes are offered for children in age groups of elementary through high school. The courses of instruction include Preparation for First Penance, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Additionally, classes are available for post-confirmation high school aged students. Registration forms are available at the chapel or immediately following Sunday mass. The point of contact is Glenn Ferguson at 638-932-479.

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In the creation story of Adam and Eve, the name for Adam in Hebrew is “ha adam.” It’s a generic term or title translated to “the human” and not some specific name like Jim, Bob, Joe or Sarah. The poet also cleverly calls the woman “mother of all the living.” These are names for everyone. These characters in the story are stand-ins for all of us and these representatives of all of humanity find themselves in the middle of this big, bold and beautiful world that we call home.

This story raises all sorts of interesting questions. How will they interact with the world? What will they do with their sacred energies? What kind of world are they going to make? We most often think of Adam and Eve only as the created, and in doing so, we forget that they were also creators.

The really interesting thing about this poem is that the real Hebrew titles of Adam and Eve give us the clue that the author is simultaneously raising questions for all of us. The poet is asking us what are we going to do with this world? What are we going to do with our life and our sacred energies? What kind of world are we going to create?

Some believe that the world was completely created and then humans came along but the ancient Hebrews had a belief that the world was unfinished and that humans were created and invited by God to help continue creating, to be co-creators of this astonishing and mysterious blue and green ball hurtling through space at 67,000 miles per hour.

Some believe that the world is a finished work and that we just go out and find our place in it. But what if we were to see the world as the unfinished creation that it is? What if we were to see our world as something to be shaped and created? What if we were to see our lives as malleable, interactive objects to be molded and formed? What if we were to accept the mission to go out and create the kind of world we’d like to have?

Some believe that the world just happens to us. We are just passive recipients and helpless subjects to whatever the angry universe wants to heap on top of us. We then grow bitter at the pain and suffering – the struggle. But, what we do, how we respond and react when the world forcefully, and sometimes tragically, exerts itself upon us is also a creative act. Look at how many beautiful, inspiring and powerfully good things have been created as a result of our personal and collective struggles; Wounded Warrior Project, Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society and Fisher House just to name a few. These, in turn, create better worlds.

Resilience is a buzzword in today’s military. The word is simply defined as “the capacity to recover quickly from difficulty” but I especially like the one-word definition “toughness.” As the world’s elite fighting force, we must be tough. We must bounce back when we get punched in the face by stress, by challenges and adversity, or by the enemy.

Resilience grows when we stop believing what some believe. We build resilience by believing that we create, shape and mold our lives and that we can co-create the world around us. We are not helpless. We are not merely passive targets. And we will not be overcome. The Adam and Eve story is a story for all of us because it’s a story about all of us. God has always been looking for partners.

What will you do with your sacred energies? What kind of life are you going to create? What kind of world are you going to help make?

Be tough. Be resilient. Be like Adam and Eve and create.

Build Resilience By Believing We Are Creators

Easter Services

LUTHERANMarch 24 11:30 a.m., Maundy Lutheran communion service, CapillaMarch 27, 11:30 Lutheran Easter worship, Capilla

PROTESTANTMarch 27, 11:45 a.m., Easter worship.

CATHOLICMarch 24 5:30 p.m. Holy ThursdayMarch 25 5:30 p.m. Good FridayMarch 26 9 p.m. Easter Vigil


Master Sgt. Sarah Olekshuk has been counseling service members on their career decisions here in Rota for the past three years. Part of her daily duties includes processing evaluations and decorations for personnel and updating records as the superintendent of Commander, Support Staff (CSS). She also helps run the Drug Demand Reduction program for the command.

“We’re pretty close, we have a good support system here,” she says of being a part of the 725th Air Mobility Squadron.

Her favorite part of the job is “getting to help people and advising them,” says Olekshuk.

She finds fulfillment in what she does when she can follow up with a service member she has helped and see them succeeding in their career.

“Do all that you can do and don’t let anybody tell you that you can’t do

something,” says Olekshuk.She herself has been stationed in

multiple places throughout her career, including her previous duty station in Canada. She has earned a bachelor’s degree and plans to continue furthering her education.

A native of Ashtabula, Ohio, Olekshuk enjoys being stationed in Spain and being able to travel and enjoy the outdoors by hiking, bike riding or going to the beach. She also is a self-claimed “foodie.”

“My favorite thing is to go for tapas and try different ones,” says Olekshuk, a fan of Spanish cuisine and their tradition of small plates in a wide variety of foods.

As far as those just arriving, she has a bit of advice.

“Take it in, you’re here, it’s an opportunity of a lifetime. Just look at it. It’s like a dream when you look at the ocean, it’s just beautiful,” says Olekshuk.

Team Rota in the SpotlightMaster Sgt. Sarah Olekshuk

By Krysta MurrayNAVSTA Rota Public Affairs

Photo by Krysta Murray


Seventeen Marines, two airmen and one Sailor graduated from Fleet Antiterrorism Security Teams (FAST) Company Europe’s Joint Corporals Course at Naval Station Rota March 11.

The three-weeklong course included curriculum on administration, communication, coalition operations, joint operations, leadership and war fighting. Students were evaluated on performance, comprehensive exams and general knowledge.

“The curriculum is based off our leadership war fighting philosophy,” said Staff Sgt. Rich Urbin, FAST Europe platoon guide and course instructor. “We’re trying to mold these students into ethical leaders that can accomplish certain missions or tasks. We teach them how to make the right decisions even when no one is looking.”

The intent of the course was to prepare junior enlisted members for their transition from subordinates to small unit leaders. The course helped develop their leadership and mentorship skills, while building their confidence.

While the students were learning about curriculum from the instructors, they were also learning about the other service’s operations and traditions from the other students. They learned how to network and build professional relationships.

“It was unique having the airmen from the 725th Air

Mobility Squadron and the Sailor in the course because they are apart of our joint operations,” said Urbin.

There were two special awards presented during the graduation ceremony. The class honor graduate was Cpl.

Teylor Cohen and Cpl. Julian Antonissen was selected by his peers to receive the gung-ho award as the student who showed the most motivation, inspirational leadership and gung-ho attitude.

USMC Corporals Course Empowers Next Generation of LeadersBy MC1 (SW) Brian DietrickNAVSTA Rota Public Affairs

Photos by MC1 (SW) Brian Dietrick

Students from the FAST Company Europe’s Joint Corporals Course stand at attention prior to walking on stage to receive their certificate during the course graduation ceremony March 11. Seventeen Marines, two Airmen and one Sailor graduated from three-weeklong course.

Students from the FAST Company Europe’s Joint Corporals Course listen to the guest speaker during the course graduation ceremony March 11. Seventeen Marines, two Airmen and one Sailor graduated from three-weeklong course.

Students from the FAST Company Europe’s Joint Corporals Course stand at attention and recite the Noncommissioned Officer Creed during the course graduation ceremony March 11. Seventeen Marines, two Airmen and one Sailor graduated from three-weeklong course.

The master of ceremonies makes opening remarks during the FAST Company Europe’s Joint Corporals Course March 11. Seventeen Marines, two Airmen and one Sailor graduated from three-weeklong course.


USS Carney (DDG 64) returns to Rota, Spain March 13 after a four month patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is finishing a routine patrol in the U. S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

USS Carney (DDG 64) executive officer, Cmdr. Peter Halvorsen greets his family after a four-month patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, completed a routine patrol in the U. S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

USS Carney (DDG 64) prepares to moor pier side March 13 after a four month patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is finishing a routine patrol in the U. S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

USS Carney (DDG 64) Sailors heave around on mooring lines as the ship moors pier side March 13, 2016, after a four month patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, completes a routine patrol in the U. S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

A USS Carney (DDG 64) Sailor embraces his spouse after a four month patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is completed a routine patrol in the U. S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

Photos by Krysta Murray


When teams are assembled in order to accomplish a project or goal, their success can be measured by the chemistry within.

In the Air Force, it’s no different. Airmen across the globe collectively achieve its mission by sustaining an integrative, flexible, rapidly mobile force.

Reservists with the 446th Airlift Wing’s maintenance and aircraft maintenance squadrons, out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, demonstrated this ability providing maintenance support for the 725th Air Mobility Squadron (AMS) at Naval Station Rota, Feb. 14 to 28.

In order to meet annual training requirements, the Rainier Wing’s Citizen Airmen assisted the 725th AMS Airmen in their distinctive role of performing en-route maintenance operations for aircraft, which travel to forward operating locations.

Upon their arrival, the reserve maintainers tore off their warm-ups and geared up for the game.

“We’re providing real global support functioning away from home station,” said Senior Master Sgt. Joe Warren, 446th aircraft maintenance squadron team. “This allows us to showcase our skills in a deployed environment, share what we know outside of McChord and learn from our host [unit]. It also gives us the ability to focus on production.”

Reserve maintainers don’t always get the option to train on the flight line during drill weekends. Some may have to fulfill their commitments at a base field training detachment [where aircraft maintenance students learn about a specific airframe in a university-type of environment] or on a computer. Annual tours, including this, give reserve Airmen the chance to apply their skills.

“We get here and do our job, instead of training to do our job,” said Tech Sgt. Lebaron Smith, 446th AMXS instrument flight control systems technician. “We get more experience and get people trained to do things by the book, fast, and safe. When the time comes down to it and we need to be [mobilized], we need those skills.”

Real-world environments also allow Airmen to learn from each other. This is especially the case in maintenance and aircraft maintenance, because of the background variances between the reserve and regular Air Force units. The 446th AMXS mission is exclusive to the C-17 Globemaster III airframe. However, performing at the en-route base demands general knowledge of multiple aircraft.

“They’re a huge help,” said Senior Master Sgt. Cameron Leslie, 725th AMS aircraft maintenance unit production superintendent. “We’re learning a lot from them, because they solely specialize on C-17s. They’re providing a lot of experience, and teaching us a lot of specific career field aspects. On the flip side, we get a chance to give them some experience outside their specialty.”

The 446th and 725th also exhibited effective teamwork within the aerospace ground equipment (AGE) function. With the 725th having a lower number of Airmen certified at higher skill levels, they reaped the benefits of having qualified reservists strengthen them.

“They bring pure magic,” said Staff Sgt. Tate Stark, 725th AMS, AGE journeyman. “Whenever they come out here, they have the technical expertise to get our equipment back on the flight line where we’ve been struggling to make ends meet.”

The opportunity to share this expertise excites Master Sgt. Ziegler, 446th MXS, AGE noncommissioned officer in charge (NCOIC), because at home he isn’t spared

with much time from his desk.“Being NCOIC, I don’t get my hands on equipment much anymore, but my hands

were dirty up to my elbows this morning,” he said. “It gives me time back on the equipment, gets me out of the menial office duties and gets me back into what I really like to do – get dirty.”

This also enabled the McChord reservists to teach and learn from each other, in addition to the active duty crews.

“I like that we get to meet new people, not just at the base, but from our unit that we don’t normally interact with,” said Sgt. Francis Aguon, 446th AMXS crew chief. “I get to help other career fields here, where back home I’m with crew chiefs. I’m

building better relationships with the people in my unit. They have more in depth knowledge, and I can pick their brains for it.”

The two-week tour operated without major issues and the teams combined with ease.

“The greatest challenge we had was the time change from McChord to local,” Warren said. “My goals were to ensure we integrated with the 725th seamlessly to support the local mission, come away with some new ideas, and ensure everyone gets experience to work at an en-route location. It was a great success.”

During their time at Rota, the McChord crew supported more than 50 inbound and outbound aircraft, which carried nearly 1.4 million pounds of cargo and more than 300 passengers.

“We represented the unit professionally and were able to showcase our skill set in supporting the local mission,” Warren said. “We were well received by the 725th and look forward to working with them in the future in a similar capacity.”

The 725th team had mutual feelings, Leslie said.“We’re all one team,” he said. “We do everything

together. This is a chance to highlight and show the Air Force that when necessary, as active duty, Guard or reserve, we can integrate – and we can do it immediately.”

Rainier Wing Moves Mountains in RotaBy Staff Sgt. Madelyn McCullough446th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Tech. Sgt. Dustin Watson, 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, performs a basic post flight inspection on a C-17 Globemaster III at Naval Station Rota Feb. 23.

Staff Sgt. Thomas Mariano, left, and Staff Sgt. Kenneth O'Callaghan, aerospace propulsion specialists for the 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, inspect the engines of a C-17 Globemaster III at Naval Station Rota Feb. 23.

Photos by Staff Sgt. Madelyn McCullough


icr (mAndAtory - registrAtion is required)Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.Intercultural Relations Course (ICR) is a mandatory four-day course for all newly stationed personnel aboard Commander, U.S. Naval Activities Spain; uniform of the day is required for all service members and business attire for civilians and dependents. You will be trained in diplomacy and learn some of the customs, traditions, and history of the host country. Participation in the ICR program is critical to the successful and smooth adjustment to living overseas in the Kingdom of Spain. Vouchers are available for childcare services during class times. Your ICR Instructor will give you the voucher upon completion of the course. These vouchers allow for free MWR childcare services at the Child Development Center (CDC) hourly care during the ICR class, plus an additional 30 minutes (15 minutes before and 15 minutes after class) driving time each day of the course. Space reservation at the hourly care should be made one week in advance by contacting the CDC at 727 1100. For further ICR information please contactthe FFSC at 727-3232.

developing your spending plAnTuesday, 9 to 10 a.m.Hands on training to determine your financial fitness, realize your goals and plan for your future. You will leave the class ready to save, pay down debt and track expenses. Call 727 3232 to sign up!

cApstone event trAnsition (gps)Tuesday, 2-3:30 p.m.Final mandatory brief after completing TGPS. Call 727-3232 to sign up.

thriFt sAvings plAnWednesday, 9 to 11 a.m.Do you have a plan for your retirement years? If not, find out why investing in TSP may be right for you and learn about the all the different options TSP has to offer. Call 727-3232 to register.

pre-deployment brieFWednesday, 10 to 11 a.m.Whether you are single or married, preparing for deployment has practical and emotional aspects to consider. This workshop covers financial aspects, communication, and coping strategies. Spouses and family members are highly encouraged to attend, in order to help them prepare for this often-stressful period. Call 727-3232 to register.

post deployment brieFWednesday, 11 a.m.to 12 p.m.Just returning from deployment and need to get back into a routine? The post deployment brief can assist you in putting together a plan to get your finances, household and any other areas back into their pre-deployment mode. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend this brief. Call 727-3232 to sign up.

smooth moveThursday, 9 to 11 a.m.Have orders? Getting ready to PCS? Then you should be signing up for this course. It is designed for all military personnel, DOD civilian personnel, and family members departing the local area. Even if it is your umpteenth PCS, you might get some new and useful information about the PCS process, as well as information about your new duty station. Registration is required, please call 727-3232 for more information or to sign up.

stress mAnAgementThursday, 1 to 3 p.m.Stress is a fact of life. To manage stress effectively, one must understand what it looks like, how it affects the body and mind, and what tools and resources are available in order to cope with challenging life events. Discover that "thoughts are things" see how to transform negative thinking into positive beliefs and paint a different picture of stress. Explore universal and unconventional stress management strategies to enhance your overall quality of life. For more information or to register, please call 727-3232.

nmcrs oFFiceNMCRS Office hours: Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Office contact: VPN 727-1614 or Commercial 956-82-1614After-hours or holidays: 660-984-511 and VPN Cell: 18-727-0800

nmcrs clAss schedule:

bAby bAsicsThursday March 23 from noon to 2 p.m. at EDIS Building 1741 In Las Palmeras housing at the corner of Alicante and Pontevedra near DGF School.

sibling clAssApril 23 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the OB/GYN clinic.

nmcrs thriFt shopThe NMCRS thrift shop is a great way to find low-priced, high-quality used items.Thrift Shop hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Every 2nd and 4th Thursday 5 to 7 p.m.(First 30 minutes priority shopping to active duty members and their dependents)

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For families on permanent change of station (PCS), the Navy Lodge offers guests value with room rates at an average of 45 percent below comparable civilian hotels.

“Navy Lodges are the official government lodging for PCS moves,” said Luis Bernal, Navy Lodge Manager. “Navy Lodge Rota Spain, offers spacious rooms, comfortable lobby and a safe environment for families to stay whether it’s for a few days or a few weeks. We also offer free Wi-Fi and breakfast as well as a weekly manager’s reception so that guests can meet one another and get tips and

information on the area and base.”Navy Lodge family suites offer guests oversized rooms with living and dining area,

fully equipped kitchen, flat screen televisions with cable and DVD player and soft and firm pillow options. On-site amenities include guest laundry facilities, vending machines as well as children’s outside play area and workout room at many locations. Every Navy Lodge is handicapped accessible. As an added convenience, dogs and cats up to 50 pounds in weight can stay at many Navy Lodges when traveling with its owner. Guests need to contact the specific Navy Lodge regarding pet policies.

Authorized Navy Lodge guests on PCS orders can take advantage of a scratch-off card offering a 10, 15 or 25 percent discount or a free stay up to 20 nights. The discount is valid at all Navy Lodges in the continental United States until February 28, 2017. Guests may use only one discount per stay. Guests can pick up their scratch-off card on base at PSD, the housing office, household goods, the personal property office or NEX Customer Service desk. Scratch-off cards can also be sent

to a guest by calling the Navy Lodge Reservation Center at (800) 628-9466.For reservations, call (800) 628-9466 or go on line at www.navy-lodge.com or

www.dodlodging.com.


The Chief of Naval Personnel released guidance March 9, outlining changes to the Navy's Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) program, announced last fall, that are critical for the fleet to understand.

The updated implementation guidance detailed in NAVADMIN 061/16 is effective immediately and lists several changes to the Physical Fitness Assessment, including specif ic Body Composition Assessment (BCA) procedures and m e a s u r e m e n t r u l e s fo r Command F i tness Leaders (CFL), guidance for commanding officers concerning how to establish a spot check program, and new scoring tables.

"A healthier and fitter force is created by more than just a twice-a-year test," said Rear Adm. Ann Burkhardt, director, 21st Century Sailor Office. "This guidance helps establish a culture of fitness in the Navy and keeps Sailors on the best path for staying fit both now and in the future. The goal of these changes is to achieve a healthier, fitter force with more Sailors taking the PRT resulting in fewer failures and better mission readiness."

The new BCA consists of a three-step process. The first measurement uses the current height/weight tables. If in standards, Sailors will pass the PFA. If an individual fails to meet those standards, a single-site abdominal circumference measurement will be conducted. The final opportunity for Sailors to pass the BCA will be a test using the previous system of neck and waist measurements to calculate body fat percentages. Sailors will pass the BCA by meeting the

DoD maximum allowable body fat limit of less than or equal to 26 percent for males or 36 percent for females.

If a Sailor fails the BCA, it will constitute an overall PFA failure. Additionally, individuals will be evaluated by a medical provider, enrolled in the Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP), and provided nutritional counseling.

Sailors who are medically cleared to take the PRT must also participate in the test regardless of BCA results, and will face separation from the Navy if they

fail two PFAs in a three-year period, a change from previous rules.

Additionally, commanding officers are now empowered to conduct BCA spot check programs to ensure Sailors are staying within standards. This moves the Navy beyond a two-test-a-year system, by giving commands the ability to identify Sailors in need of additional support without subjecting them to administrative punishments that result from an actual BCA/PRT failure.

Last, the message also explains the administrative steps that commands will take to close out the records from Cycle 2, 2015, specifically for the group of Sailors that need letters of correction for exceeding BCA standards, were in a deployed/operational status, medically waived, or pregnant during the PFA cycle.

From Chief of Naval Personnel Public AffairsNavy Releases Updated PFA NAVADMIN, Outlines New Rules


Sleep disruption is common among military personnel; often unavoidable during deployments, up-tempo operations, and other evolutions critical to mission success. Several studies indicate a large portion of military members do not routinely get the recommended seven or more hours of sleep each night. This increases the risk of developing insomnia and other sleep disorders.

Scientists at the Naval Health Research Center’s (NHRC) Sleep and Fatigue Research Laboratory are studying the sleep concerns warfighters face. Their research addresses sleep throughout the continuum of military service; from the new recruit to the transition back to civilian life.

There is currently no available ambulatory sleep monitoring device that is operationally-practical and capable of accurate, real-time auto-assessment and user feedback within operational settings. This capability gap has been identified at military workshops and meetings as a major obstacle to identifying sleep issues and managing fatigue. The availability of such a device would also allow for reliable at-home monitoring and the ability to gain awareness of how behaviors impact sleep quality before and after operational engagement.

To address this gap, the NHRC sleep research team is evaluating new consumer-

available technologies in order to determine which, if any, perform well against the gold-standard methods of laboratory-based polysomnography and mobile wrist actigraphy for assessing sleep.

NHRC is also conducting studies with colleagues at the Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Sleep Clinic to determine if emerging sleep assessment technologies and smart phone applications can be used to help flag suspected sleep disorders and/or supplement the treatment of insomnia at clinics.

It is important to test the effectiveness of these technology packages as stand-alone products, either as a prevention or screening tool or as a first-line intervention.

NHRC is also collaborating with the NMCSD OASIS program, a residential treatment facility for patients with combat-related PTSD, to test the effect of a brief, manualized behavioral treatment program for insomnia. Interventions that target behavioral change have been shown to be effective and long-lasting for many different patient populations experiencing poor sleep.

Overall research findings suggest that inadequate levels of sleep when sustained over time increase the risk of physiological disease (including metabolic diseases such as obesity and diabetes), may decrease testosterone levels, and lower immune system functioning, allowing greater susceptibility to illness. These are just some of the physiological effects poor sleep can have over time.

Tips for getting good sleep include:• Avoid too much alcohol before bed. In general, alcohol may put you to sleep faster,

but it will rob you of good quality sleep, leading to increased awakenings during the night and changes to the structure of your sleep stages.

• Don’t exercise intensely too close to your bedtime—it can delay your ability to fall asleep partly through increases in core body temperature. We feel tired and sleep best as our daily rhythm in core body temperature begins to naturally lower before habitual bedtime.

• Avoid large meals within two-three hours of bedtime. The physiological process of digestion can interfere with sleep, especially after consuming foods high in fat, protein, and spice.

• If you’re hungry, have a light snack. Intense hunger can keep you awake too. When your stomach is growling, a light snack can take care of the hunger pains without disrupting sleep.

• Skip the caffeine six hours before bed. Caffeine taken too close to bedtime can also interfere with your body’s ability to fall asleep and obtain restful sleep, more so if you are sensitive to the effects of it.

• Create a sleep environment that is quiet, dark, and not overly hot. Whenever possible, this includes limiting potential interruptions from pets, roommates, and street noise. Fans, white-noise generating machines and earplugs can help with unwanted noise interruptions.

• Avoid exposure to bright light at night—this includes overhead lights and light exposure from TVs and handheld electronic devices. Light can impact your ability to fall asleep at your desired bedtime by delaying your body’s internal clock and propensity to fall asleep until a later time.

• Set a time for going to bed and waking up that is as consistent as possible from one day to the next.

By Rachel Markwald, Ph.D., Sleep Research PhysiologistNaval Health Research Center

Armed with Sleep: The Importance of Sleep on Warfighter Performance


Springtime in Andalucía is a remarkable time of year. Semana Grande, otherwise known as Semana Santa or Holy Week, is one of the most important tourist attractions of Andalucía along with ferias. Semana Santa is also one of the most memorable weeks you can experience in Spain, especially in Andalucía and even more so in all its splendor in Sevilla.

The story of Semana Santa dates back many centuries. It is an old tradition of the Catholic Church in Spain. Semana Santa can inspire reflection, no matter what your religious preference is. Cádiz, Rota, El Puerto de Santa María, Jerez de la Frontera, Sevilla, Granada, Malaga and other local cities host some of the most popular and glamorous celebrations where Holy Week is celebrated in a very deep devotion.

As a member of a brotherhood in Sevilla, I have witnessed and participated in the processions in Sevilla - a unique experience. Everywhere is fantastic, beautiful, but I’m convinced that Holy Week in Sevilla, in so many aspects, is different from the rest. It’s a pure feeling. People in Sevilla absolutely live it in a different way. The smell of orange blossoms fill the streets, the participation of its people and the splendor of its more than 60 brotherhoods makes Sevilla’s Holy Week unique and unsurpassable.

Semana Santa in Sevilla consists of six to eight days of processions, the first one on Palm Sunday, March 29 this year, and finishing seven days later, on Resurrection Sunday, April 5. Throughout these days, approximately 60 brotherhoods will come out into the streets from their respective parishes, churches or chapels in the direction of the Cathedral and then from the Cathedral back “home”.

The shortest route takes approximately four to five hours, and the ones further away about 13 to 14 hours. There is a plenty of time to see everything you want. Generally, the first brotherhoods start their route around noon. On each day, the newest or youngest brotherhoods are the first to leave and the oldest ones come out later. This is the same each following day, with the exception of Good Friday evening, La Madruga. I advise attendees to pick-up a map/Holy Week program of Sevilla and locate the main points and streets of the day, taking into consideration that all brotherhoods are obliged to take a common route on their way to the Cathedral. To see a “cofradia” in the street, I recommend you to choose an open area to avoid being squished by the large crowds something, which is very common. As a note, this year Sevilla has banned the use of personal chairs for seating and will be enforcing this with local police. Folding chairs are usually available to rent daily, but often times run out. Jerez will be enforcing this same rule.

A “cofradia” may be up with one, two or three “pasos”. “El paso” is a processional platform on which an episode of the gospel it is represented.

“El Paso” moves thanks to the “costaleros” (men under the platform) that carry the weight on their shoulders. They move little by little following the orders of the “capataz.” Some “cofradias” have music, others a deep and respectful silence. All “cofradias” are accompanied by “nazarenos” wearing their tunics and “capirotes” or penitents who carry a cross on their shoulders. “La cruz de Guia” or guiding cross leads each brotherhood.

Most of the brotherhoods have two pasos. Some have up to three. The first one usually shows Jesus alone, crucified, carrying the cross or together with the Apostles.

The last “paso” of each brotherhood is known as “paso palio” where we can see the Virgin Maria under a palio (a canopy) supported by 12 varales (bars) and always with a “candeleria” used to hold the candles lighting up the Virgin. Musical bands accompany some, but not all the processions, in accordance with their

own statutes. Important to mention is that there are two different types of brotherhoods. “Hermandad de Penitencia” (Penance Brotherhood), no music band accompany the floats and images, and “Hermandad de Gloria” (Glory Brotherhood), where the music band is a necessary element.

Of course, I do no want to forget to mention that eating “tapas” and traditional holy week cakes called “torrijas” is another of the traditions during these days. The bars and restaurants are usually full, as most of the people in the city go out to witness the processions. Be patient and you will always find a place.

Pay particular attention to the magnificent and culturally rich images that represent Christ, The Virgin and various Saints.

Semana Santa reflects real Spanish culture, religion and our traditions. If you get the chance to attend this event, in any surrounding city, please do!

Andalucía's Semana Santa, Most Glorious in the CountryBy Manuel Alba-JamieNAVSTA Rota Public Affairs

A Sevilla brotherhood departs the Cathedral in procession.Photo By Manuel Alba-Jamie


Long-Range Events

tours

Castillo de San Marcos, El Puerto de Santa María, free guided tours, Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1: 30 p.m. For more information and reservation call 627-569-335, tickets €6 adults, €3 children

Jerez Flea Market Sundays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Alameda Vieja (by the Moorish castle), Jerez de la Frontera

Guided tours through “Puertas de Tierra” and “Torreon” (old city gate and tower), Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission

Alcazar de Jerez, oldest Moorish Fortress of Jerez, camara Oscura, octogonal tower, Arab gardens, Villavicencio Palace, Oil mill, Mosque and Arab baths. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Guided tours through Luna Castle, Saturday and Sunday at 1p.m. and p.m. Prior registration is required at the Tourist Office, #2, Cuna Street, tickets €1.

Ruta de los Sentidos, a guided tour in El Puerto de Santa María, (Caballero Bodegas, bullring, public market, cathedral), Mondays through Saturdays 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., for more information call 649-88-2288, or visit http://rutadelossentidos.com

Ruta por El Puerto y Bodegas Osborne, guided tour, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m., tickets €10 for adults and €5 for children, call 697-34-5807

Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces (How Andalusian Horses Dance), every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Recreo de las Cadenas, Duque de Abrantes Avenue, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets €19 to 25, call 956-31-8008 or visit http://www.realescuela.org.

River Journey “Sanlucar-Guadalquivir River-Doñana Park,” Real Fernando Ship, Fabrica de Hielo, Bajo de Guia, daily, at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., adults €17.27, children €8.64. Call 956-36-3813 or visit www.visitasdonana.com

Archaelogical Museum, Plaza del Mercado (downtown), Jerez de la Frontera, #956-14 95 60

“El Chorrillo” second hand market, Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sargento Cespedes Street, Rota

Sevilla Bullring guided tours, daily 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., tickets €7, call 954-22-4577 or visit www.realmaestranza.com

Sevilla, Reales Alcázares (Moorish fortress) guided tours, daily, 09:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., tickets €8.75

Sevilla Cathedral and Giralda tours, Mondays 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays 2:30 to 6 p.m., tickets €8.

Castillo de San Marcos, El Puerto de Santa María, guided tours, Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1: 30 p.m. For more information and reservation call 627-569-335, tickets €6 adults, €3 children.

dAnce/FlAmenco

“Con Sentido”, flamenco recital by Maria Toledo, Saturday, 9 p.m., Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones, Cádiz, tickets €26.

“Miradas”, flamenco recital by Manuel Ramirez, Saturday, 9 p.m., Teatro Moderno, Chiclana de la Frontera, tickets €10 - 12

“Escenas Flamencas”, flamenco recital by Antonio Puerto and Selu del Puerto, March 18, 8:30 p.m., Teatro Municipal Pedro Muñoz Seca, #4, Plaza del Polvorista, El Puerto de Santa Maria, tickets €6 to 9

XXXII Festival de Musica “Manuel de Falla”, May 14, 9 p.m., Gran Teatro Falla, Plaza de Fragela, tickets from €10 to €30.

XV Cádiz International Dance Festival, June 4 through 11, Cádiz. To see program and locations visit www.guiadecadiz.com Sanlucar de Barrameda, Bodegon de Arte “A Contratiempo”, #5, San Miguel Street, Fridays and Saturdays, tickets €12. Call 653-071-099 or visit http://www.bodegonacontratiempo.com

Flamenco show, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1 and 10 p.m., Tabanco El Pasaje, Santa María Street (by Post Office bldg.), Jerez de la Frontera, free admission

Art

Permanent sculpture display by Luis Vasallo, Centro Cultural Reina Sofia, Cádiz

Permanent sculpture display by Cornellis Zitman, Casa de Iberoamerica, Cádiz

culturAl events

“Salon Manga de Jerez 2016”, Comic Con Spain, GamerCon April 1 through 3, Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos “IFECA” (near the fairgrounds), Jerez de la Frontera. The event features manga, anime, comics, cosplay and the most important games in Andalusia.

“Mercado Medieval” April 8 through 10, Plaza de La Caridad, Arcos de la Frontera. Music, falconry, children's workshops and fire shows.

eAt/drink

Feria del Queso Artesanal (Craft Cheese Fair), April 2 and 3, Villaluenga del Rosario, Cádiz *Highly recommended*

“VI Feria del Esparrago” (Fourth Asparagus Fair), April 8 through 10, Alcala del Valle, Cádiz. Free tastings, craft markets, technical lectures, sightseeing, music, children's entertainment and activities for the whole family.

Gonzalez Byass Bodega – Manuel Maria Gonzalez Street. Jerez de la Frontera Monday through Saturday at noon, 1, 2, and 5 p.m., tickets €12 to €15.

Sandeman Bodega - Jerez de la FronteraMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

Barbadillo Bodega – Sanlucar, Tuesdays – Saturdays, 11 a.m., €6

bullFights

Sevilla Bullring – March 27, 5 p.m., regular bullfight, six bulls from Garcigrande’s ranch for Morante de la Puebla, Jose Maria Manzanares and Alejandro Talavante

Sevilla Bullring – April 3, 5 p.m., on-horseback bullfight, six bulls from Cubero’s ranch for Rui Fernandes, Andy Cartagena, Leonardo Hernandez, Roberto Armendariz, Manuel Manzanares and Andres Romero.

music

"Bailar en Viento" Manuel Carrasco in concert. April 9 at 9 p.m., Chapin Soccer Stadium, Jerez de la Frontera

Pablo Lopez in concert. April 9 at 9 p.m. and April 10, at 8 p.m. Gran Teatro Falla, Plaza de Fragela, Cádiz. €20 to €35.

Revolver in concert. April 15 at 9 p.m., Gran Teatro Falla, Plaza de Fragela, Cádiz. Tickets are €15 to €25.

AC/DC in concert, May 10 at 10 p.m. (gates open at 8:30) Estadio de la Cartuja, Sevilla. Tickets are €75 to 500.

“Trafalgar” music festival”, June 24 through 25, Los Caños de Meca (Barbate), Cádiz.

"Cabo de Plata" music festival July 1 through 3, from 4 p.m, Zahara de los Atunes, Cádiz

Iron Maiden in concert, July 14, 10 p.m. Estadio de la Cartuja (Olimpic Stadium), Sevilla

"Al Rumbo 2016" music festival July 14 through 16, Chipiona. Visit www.guiadecadiz.com for more information.

After seven years in El Puerto de Santa María, Monkey Week music festival has moved to Alameda de Hercules Sevilla this October. Dates TBD.

sports

Half Marathon Chipiona-Rota (21 km), starting line at Blas Infante Park (Chipiona), finish line at Plaza de

España (Rota)

Campeonato del mundo de motociclismo (Motorcycle World Championship) April 22, 23 and 24. Jerez Circuit, Klm. Jerez-Arcos Rd. Jerez de la Frontera. For more

information visit www.circuitodejerez.com

primAverA FeriAs

Sevilla – April 12 through 17El Puerto de Santa María – April 27 through May 2

Rota – April 28 through May 1Jerez de la Frontera – April 30 through May 7

Events This Week

Area ActivitiesArt

“Plants and Animals” photo display by Paco Marmol, Now through April 3, Sala Pescaderia Vieva (downtown), Jerez de la Frontera

Painting display by David Vaamonda, Now through Friday. Centro Andaluz de Flamenco, Plaza San Juan XXIII, Jerez de la Frontera

Semana Santa (Holy Week) March 20 through 27

holidAy


Celebrate National Nutrition Month by being more mindful of your food!! National Nutrition Month is a nutrition education and information campaign observed annually in March. This campaign is sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year marks the fortieth anniversary. The purpose of the campaign is to bring attention to the importance of making informed food choices, developing healthy eating habits and incorporating physical activity.

The theme for 2016 is "Savor the Flavor of Eating Right," which encourages everyone to take time to enjoy food traditions and appreciate the pleasures, great flavors and social experiences food can add to our lives. How, when, why and where we eat are just as important as what we eat. Develop a mindful eating pattern that includes

nutritious and flavorful foods. That is the best way to savor the flavor of eating right!

During National Nutrition Month, challenge yourself to think more about why you are eating and what you are eating. For instance, if you are snacking because you feel stressed and not really hungry, ask yourself why you want to snack and take a look at what you are snacking on. If you find yourself eating chips out of the bag or noshing on chocolates, consider substituting those high calorie snacks for something healthier, such as fruit or vegetables. If you find yourself snacking in response to stress find an alternate activity to do to help you de-stress, such as a brisk walk or meditation.

Good nutrition encompasses more than just what we put on our plates and in our mouths; it is the embodiment of overall wellness, physical activity level and mindfulness.

Health Promotions is offering free cooking classes every other Wednesday in the Health Promotions

kitchen at the Naval Hospital from 11 to noon. To sign up for classes please contact us at 727-3350 or email [email protected].

Stay Healthy for life Rota!

From the Health Promotions DepartmentU.S. Naval Hospital Rota

Savor the Flavor With Mindful Eating Habits


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SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Dog sitting, lots of experience who loves animals. Home care provider lots of experience. Worked in the States for 7 years. First aid, CPR and courses in child abuse detection, safety, learning environment and health, exc. references with lots of children and elderly experience, has transportation, excellent spoken English. Call Inma at 617-18-3881.

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Recreation Asst. GS-04 (MWR) Closes Tuesday

Spanish Positions: No current openings

Customer service hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk-in hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Appointments can be made from noon to 4 p.m. Call 727-1643 for more info.

MWR

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E L P U E R T O TOWNHOUSE IN LAS REDES. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, living room, kitchen w/ pantry, 2 porches, attic and community swimming pool. 5 min. from the beach and base. 1000/mo. Contact 649-91-1918.

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UNBEATABLE HOUSE (QUALITY VERSUS RENT), LISTED W/H.S.C.; just enlarged, re-equipped, renewed and remodelled, having in mind only USA military personnel’s needs, taste and requirements. No barriers: “Eloy” English speaking landlord, 20 years experience in renting through Rota Base H.S.C. ask referral specialists for info.Unfurn. Clean, shining and glittering like gold. Safe nice area 10 min. from Base/beaches, near La Rufana Rest. A True master bdrm plus 2 others, 2 baths (1 w/shower), A/C-Heat, nice spacious lvg/dng w/fireplace. Cute furnished kitchen w/white marble countertop and pantry. Varnish-finish closets/doors. Laundry/storage, large porch, ample rear BBQ area, lg yard w/sprinklers. Auto gate, long driveway, workshop/garage, € 1,400 euros/mo. 2 similar ones € 1,200/mo. (gardener/com.fees included) Email for pictures: [email protected]. Call landlord, Eloy 679 -42 -63 77.

SINGLE FAMILY HOME 5 bed, 3 baths, in fantastic condition fully insulated with A/C and open fire. Basement and automatic door for drive entry. Very close to base located in quiet area of Valdeazahares Registered with housing. €1,800. Managed and maintained by a British company so no language problems, call Mark at 617-46-6295 for viewing.

GREAT APARTMENT 2 bedrms, 1 bath, very large terrace and underground parking, very close to base, beach and restaurants, ideal for a single person or a couple. Registered with Housing. €1,100 Managed and maintained by a British company, so no language problems, call Mark at 617-46-6295 for viewing.

AMAZING APARTMENT FOR RENT IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 2bdrms, 2bath, w/large covered outdoor living space. 2min walk from Fuentabravia gate, 1min walk to beach. Quiet neighborhood w/street or garage parking available. U.S. Veteran-owned. New kitchen w/gas stove, new light fixtures, and furniture (if required). Internet and cable ready, with

A/C. Cleaning service available. Available for long-term and short-term rental to include TDY. Call Jay for details 643-34-03-58.

HOUSE FOR RENT IN PUERTO: Calle Currican, 6, 4 bdrm., 2 bath “adosado” in quiet neighborhood; living/dng. rm w/ chimney and built-in bookshelves. Ample pantry in kitchen; breakfast nook w/skylight; large storeroom; deck off upstairs rear BDRM; balcony off upstairs front BDRM. A/C Heat. Front porch and yard w/orange tree; on and off street parking; 6 miles to base. 10 min. walk to beach. Listed with housing, or call Tomas Santana at 649-43-9254.

CHALET IN EL CARMEN: 300 m2 built, 2 floors, 600 m2 lot, 5 very ample bdrms., dressing rooms, 4 full bath, large living room, game room, laundry room, large kitchen, enclosed fireplace w/vents, central heat and A/C, ground level parking with automatic gate. A-1153. Price: €2,100/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

ATTACHED HOUSE IN EL AGUILA: 200 m2 built, 2 very ample bedrooms plus 1 bedroom in the half basement, 3 bath, living room, separate dinning room, kitchen with office, large half basement, covered porch, yard, central heat and air, ground level parking. A-1381. Price: €1,500/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

R O T A GREAT 2 BDRM, 2 BATH APARTMENT, furnished/unfurnished, A/C and heat, recently refurbished, kitchen fully equipped, walking distance to Rota gate, €1,300 (negotiable), listed in Housing, call 679-34-1926.

BRAND NEW TOWN HOUSE A/C and heat, fireplace, balcony, patio, driveway, close to Laguna del Moral public park, nice and quiet area, 5 mins from Rota gate, walking distance to the beach, €1,500 (negotiable), listed in housing, call 601-23-8022.

SEMIDETACHED HOUSE, 5-min. walk from the beach, 3 bdrm., bathroom, brand new furnished kitchen, living room and top floor laundry space. Back and front yards ready for BBQ and ample driveway for 2 cars, listed at Housing office. €1,100, call or Whatsapp at (+34) 653-04-1383.

FOR RENT IN ROTA, 199 m2. 4 bdrm, living room with fireplace. A/C, heat, full kitchen. 2 and ½ baths. Front patio with garage entrance. Back patio with garden. Two car garaje. €1,400, Call 956-81-1690 for viewing.

APARTMENT FOR RENT IN ROTA: 2 bdrm., 1 bath eficiency apartment. All new on a quiet street near base and beach. Fully furnished, possibility of garage. 1,000€/mo. Call 639-856-136.

M I S C E L L A N E O U S

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TOYOTA COROLLA VERSO, Automatic 7 seater, excellent car, 98K miles, ITV good, Euro specs, €4,990. Call 653-78-0296.

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1998 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF CONCEPTLINE, independently audited and in excellent mechanical shape, ITV good, European specs, €3,650 to be moved quickly, call 653-78-0296.

2004 FORD C-MAX TD-CI TREND , AUTOMATIC, diesel, silver, in great shape, 98K miles, ITV good, European specs, €4,900, c a l l 653-78-0296.

2006 PEUGOT 206 XS90, 89K miles, €3,850, economic al fun c ar, red, 4-door hatchback, manuel, ITV good, European specs, call 653-78-0296..

2003 AUTOMATIC CHRYSLER SEBRING, ve r y c o m f o r t a b l e c a r, I T V g o o d, European spec., €3,950, 653-78-0296.

R E N T A L SPROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Cleaning and maintenance, key handling, access to U.K. rental bookings. Call Ray at 653-78-0296

HOUSE FOR RENT Outside Chipiona, 10 mins from Rota gate, 3+ bdrms, pool, large yard, new kitchen.€1400. Contact 335-831-5475 or 607-70-7385.

APARTMENT IN JEREZ Exclusive residential master bdrm w/ full bath, 2 bdrms w/ bathroom, large lvg room w/balcony, separate dining room w/balcony, large kit. w/work area w/terrace bedroom areas parquet flooring, living room and dining room marble flooring centralized heat with radiators, hot water is centralized common to all apartments, indoor garage, exterior enclosed exclusive parking area Across from Sherry Park hotel, next to NH hotel.20 min. from base, Jerez airport. Must be seen to appreciate. Call 956 33-0899

HOUSE CAMINO DE LA REYERTA: 200 m2 house in 1,200 m2 plot for long-term rent by owner, 3 bdrm., 3 bath, (5 min. to Chipiona and Sanlúcar), sheltered parking, automatic gate, roof terrace w/ sea views, dog house, large garden, mosquito nets, ceiling fans, detached summer house w/ kit., terrace, bar, bathroom, and barbecue area. 250 meters to the beach, 20 min. to base; listed in housing. Pictures on http://www.sweethomespain.es, ref. nº70037. English fluently spoken. Price €1,800 neg.; direct from owner. Please call 667-58-6839 or email [email protected] for more details and viewings. Available now.

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2003 AUDI A6 AUTOMATIC, 2.4 l gas engine, all the extras, in excellent shape, 128K miles, €3,650, itv good, European specs, Call 653-78-0296

1998 MERCEDES BENZ S420 4.2L/V8 Dark Grey, Comfortable 4-door, Euro Spec, Automatic/RWD, 177K miles, Heated Leather seats, bullet proof windows, Kenwood USB Stereo/Bose Premium Sound System, alloy wheels, available April 2016, ITV good until Oct 2016.Asking $2,499 OBO. Call 648-23-9922

2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF CONCEPTLINE, gasoline, in great shape, 4 doors, ITV good, European specs, €3,500. Call 653-78-0296

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RENAULT MEGANE, looks new, good shape, 117K miles, automatic ITV good, European specs, €3,650. Call 653-78-0296

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March 17, 2016 The Coastline

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