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The Coastlinehttps://www.cnic.navy.mil/rota July 7, 2011 Volume 21 Issue 26 U.S. Naval Activities, Spain

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Community News . . . . . 8FFSC . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Rel ig ion . . . . . . .10 Vista . . . . . . . . .11MWR . . . . . . . . .16Activities . . . . . . . . 20 Movies . . . . . . . . . . 21 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . 22Publisher's Corner . . . 23

DUI CounterLast DUI: May 4Unit: NAVSTA Fire Dept.Days Since Last DUI: 61DUIs in CY 2011: 2DUIs in CY 2010: 9

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Te a m w o r k I s W h a t W e D o B e s tTeam Rota,

First off, I want to thank all of you for doing such a wonderful job in responsibly celebrating our nation’s

Independence Day over this past weekend. We had zero major misconduct inci-dents and all made it back to home and work safely.

Thank you to the many people who volunteered their time to make the In-dependence Day and flag-raising celebration festivi-ties such a success. It was

an awesome display of our teamwork.Teamwork. If there’s one attribute I had to pick above

all others of this outstanding Naval Station, I would say teamwork is what we do best. As the CNO said during his last visit here, we punch well above our weight. That is because of the amazing work between all of our assets.

There was a recent equipment casualty that the Marines suffered while training off the coast of southern Spain, and a large piece of gear needed to be delivered ashore to be washed down and prepped for movement and repairs. The Marines requested to land a Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) class hovercraft in our port. In less than 12 hours, (overnight hours by the way), the LCAC was on our beach. Port Ops worked with Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 74 Seabees to level a large sand dune and ready the beach to be landed. Then, the team worked together to get the asset off the LCAC and on its way. All of this was going on while most of us were enjoying our 4-day liberty.

That’s not to say that we didn’t deserve our well-earned time off. We did, but operations like this are constantly going on around us. This is only an example of the tremendous spirit of teamwork and mission com-mitment that we have here at Rota.

All around the base, people are working together to meet the mission, keep us safe and healthy and give us a great quality of life.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 8 routinely sends Sailors into harm’s way protecting war fighters around the theater, and Combined Task Force (CTF) 68 has more than a thousand people conducting operations throughout their area of responsibility.

The Marine 1st Platoon Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (FAST) Company Europe is always on call to be immediately sent anywhere in theater to protect American

interests.The Air Force works with Air Operations to ensure that

all aircraft coming through Rota get outstanding service and support; recently called the best in the Navy.

It’s not all tip-of-the-spear military operations that make Rota work so well. Tenant commands like the Naval Hospital Rota, the American Forces Network and Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic Det. Rota are working to ensure we’re healthy, well informed and connected. Moral, Welfare and Recreation, the Fleet and Family Support Center, Navy Federal, the Navy Exchange, the Navy Lodge and Navy Gateway and the Gateway Galley make it their mission to deliver us the best quality of life possible so far from the States.

I’ve only mentioned a few units making it happen aboard the Naval Station. I wish I could mention all of you, but know that I appreciate all of you. And, I know that it takes every person doing their job to make Rota work as well at it does.

No single unit aboard Rota could do its job without working with and relying upon multiple other agencies right here. Nobody’s mission is more important than another’s. We’re all here supporting the mission and making Rota the best base in the theater. Keep up the great teamwork.

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All military personnel under the cognizance of Commander, U.S. Naval Activities, Spain or deployed to the COMNAVACTS area of responsibility, are prohibited from participa-tion in the “Running of the Bulls” celebrations in Spain.

There have been numerous injuries and even deaths as a result of the running with the bulls in the past and service members have received non-judicial punishment for their in-volvement in this inherently dangerous activity.

Play it safe and observe these events from the sidelines, and don’t find yourself facing a potential court-martial.

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Excelling Not Just on the BattlefieldSTory and PhoTo by mc2(SW/aW) TraviS alSTon

U.S. Marines assigned to 1st Platoon Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (FAST), Company Europe were presented the Sacred Banner of Appreciation by Maria Jose Garcia Pelayo, Mayor of Jerez, on behalf of the Associacion Santo Angel de la Policia Nacional de Jerez de la Frontera, June 29 for their efforts in last year’s Toys for Tots campaign.

The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community for whom the cam-paign is conducted. For the past six years, FAST Company has been coordinating events in support of the foundation. More than 1,500 toys were do-nated from personnel assigned to NAVSTA ROTA last year alone.

“Being the only Marine unit aboard NAVSTA Rota, we decided that this would be a good opportunity to give back to the Spanish community as well as U.S. personnel,” said 1st Platoon Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (FAST), Company Europe Command 1st Sgt., 1st Sgt. David Amaya. "The Marine Corps Reserve does a great job with the program, why not contribute to such a worthy cause.”

Marines devoted many personal hours working to ensure the success of the campaign.

“The commander and myself received this award

of behalf of our dedicated Marines,” said Amaya. “Without the determination and pride that these Ma-rines showed coordinating the events, we wouldn't have been so successful.”

For Spanish native U.S. Marine Sgt. Samuel Cruz, this was one of the proudest moments of his military

career.“Being from Spain, this was a great honor for me,”

said Cruz. “This was a chance for us to show our counterparts that Marines can always be counted on to get the mission done and assist with other services needed."

Marines assigned to 1st Platoon Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (FAST), Company Europe are seated during an appreciation ceremony held by Asociacion Santo Angel de la Policia Nacional de Jerez de la Frontera.

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Maria Jose Raffo Milan, Safety Specialist, signs the collective labor union agreement.

USS BATAAN, At sea – Marines and Sailors with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit and Bataan Amphibious Ready Group completed the Spanish Amphibious Bilateral Landing Exercise, also known as PHIBLEX 2011, off the coast of Spain, June 29.

The exercise began June 22 and partnered 800 Spanish service members with 4,000 Sailors and Marines from the 22nd MEU and BATARG for combined joint air and amphibious operations from the sea and on the shores of Spain.

“Spanish PHIBLEX was the culmination of over six months of very deliberate planning and coordination between 22nd MEU, Sixth Fleet, U.S. Embassy in Spain, and Spanish planners that paid off over the last 10 days with some tremendously valuable military-to-military training,” said Col. Eric Steidl, commanding officer 22nd MEU. Sharing the common bond found between brothers-in-arms, we and our Spanish counterparts developed lasting relationships and took away many valuable les-sons learned. This was truly a great experience and one that will be remembered for a long time. Congratulations to the Marines and Sailors of 22nd MEU and BATARG for the safe and timely execution of a very dynamic and complex exercise.”

Spanish PHIBLEX was specifically developed to im-prove interoperability, increase readiness and develop professional relationships between the two forces.

“It was great to be out here conducting valuable training with our long-standing Spanish partners,” said Capt. Steve Yoder, commander, Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 6. “Over the past several days we’ve tested our amphibious capabilities as a bilateral team, and I could not be more proud of how each sailor and Marine performed. This was truly a graduate-level exercise, and every person rose to the challenge by accomplishing each task smoothly, safely and professionally.”

PHIBLEX 2011 took weeks of planning and coordination between the Spanish and U.S. forces.

“The planning and the decision-making process was great to be a part of,” said Spanish Marine Corps Maj. Carlier Grana, operations officer, Commander Naval Group 2. “It’s always a benefit when our two countries can work together. In our cur-rent international environment emerging risks exist that make it extremely important for us to be familiar with one another.”

The bilateral training gave planners and leaders alike, a reason to laud this two-week training evolution.

“It was absolutely a success,” said Capt. Steve Koehler, USS Bataan (LHD 5) com-manding officer. “Having the opportunity to integrate with our Spanish counterparts throughout the planning and the execution of this exercise has built invaluable mutual trust and cooperation that our navies will be able to build upon for years to come. It was a tremendous experience for our Sailors and Marines.”

Portions of the 10-day exercise included ship to shore movements with U.S. Navy landing craft air cushioned hovercrafts and landing craft utility boats that transported Marines and Sailors, 7-ton trucks, humvees, tanks, artillery pieces and logistic support.

Bilateral training ashore included simulated fire and maneuver training with Spanish and U.S. Marine light armored reconnaissance vehicles, amphibious assault vehicles, M1A1 tanks, simulated close air support with attack helicopters, patrolling, parachute operations from MV-22B Ospreys, rappelling, counter improvised explosive device training techniques and combat medical training.

The 22nd MEU and BATARG deployed three months ahead of their original sched-ule to relieve the Kearsarge ARG and 26th MEU. The blue-green team conducted a wide range of integrated training throughout April to be able to arrive on station and immediately provide the combatant commander with a versatile sea-based force that can be tailored to a variety of missions.

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The Marines and Sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibi-ous Squadron 6 aboard the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group serving as a flexible, formidable and potent force who continues to train and improve their capability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force.

Marine Expeditionary Units are the Marine Corps’ smallest permanent Marine Air-Ground Task Force, and is comprised of approximately 2,200 Marines and Sailors, ready to provide immediate response to a hostile environment or crisis.

(Above) Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expedit ionary Unit and Span ish mar ines embark an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) to conduct parachute operations during the bilateral Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) 2011.

(Left) A landing craft utility assigned to Assault Craft Unit 2, embarked aboard the dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41), lands on a beach in Spain during an amphibious assault as part of the bilateral Spanish Amph ib ious Land ing Exerc ise (PHIBLEX) 2011.

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travelerITT ext. 3101UPCOMING TRIPSDate Trip Sign up by Cost (adult/child)July 16 Gibraltar Rock Tour July 13 $60/$45July 30 Nerja & Frigiliana Historical Tour July 27 $60/$45Aug 5 Bodega Tour, Dinner & Flamenco Show Aug 3 $75/$45Aug 6 Marbella & Puerto Banus Self-guided Aug 3 $35Aug 12 Sanlucar Horse Races Aug 10 $20Aug 13 Malaga Feria Aug 13 $30

GIBRALTAR ROCK TOUR July 16. Sign up by July 13. $60 (adult) / $45 (child). Learn about Gibraltar, its history, its people and about all its Barbary Apes! This tour includes time for shopping and enjoying Gibraltar’s cuisine. Passports are required for this tour. Non-US citizens may need Visas.

LIBERTY ext. 2527 (JUNIOR MILITARY)COSMIC BOWLING NIGHT July 14, 8 - 11 p.m. Enjoy free shoe rentals, cosmic bowling and hot, delicious pizza at the Rota Lanes. Prizes will be given.

LIBERTY PAINTBALL July 16. $33. Paintball guns, 300 rounds of ammunition, safety equipment and camou-flage gear are provided. Bring you own food and drinks.

AIR HOCKEY TOURNAMENT July 22, 6 - 8 p.m. Free. Check out our new air hockey table and join the friendly competition for great prizes. Snacks and soft drinks will be provided for all participants.

GOLF DAY July 30, noon. At the Rota Golf Course. Free. Liberty golfing day includes and free green fees and club rentals all day for all E1-E6 single and unaccompanied active duty members.

OUTDOOR ext. 3101EASY RUN WITH ANEXPERT RUNNERJuly 11 & 13. Free. Join us to know the different run trails around Rota.

BIKE RIDING IN LA VIAVERDE DE ROTAJuly 12. Sign up by July 8. Free. Join us for this local easy bike ride. The Via Verde ‘Greenways’ have been established throughout Spain by converting un-used railway lines into recreational areas for cycling, walking and horse riding.The Rota’s Greenway is built on the old railway line linking El Puerto and Sanlucar on their way through the town of Rota.

PAINTBALL July 16. Sign up by July 13. $55. The price includes a semiautomatic paintball gun, a clip with 300 paint balls, protective masks, and camouflage gear.

KAYAK TOUR IN CHICLANAJuly 23. Sign up by July 20. $50. Spend a few hours kayaking on the beautiful Bay of Cadiz. Price includes transportation, guide and all gear. Bring extra clothes, towel, sandals, food/water and euros for dinner.

LA BUITRERA CANYON DESCENDINGJuly 30. Sign up by July 27. $85.This is an intermediate level canyon-descending trip, geared towards active individuals. The trip price includes transpor-tation, insurance, a wet suit, harness, helmet, and professional guides.

athleticsAQUATICS CENTER ext. 2129CLOSING FOR REPAIRS July 11 - August 29, indoor pool will be closed for repairs.

FITNESS CENTER ext. 2565MIGHTY KIDS SUMMER FITNESS CAMP Now - August 3. This camp will get your children off the couch with non-stop physical fitness exercises and games. Fitness instructor’s will be teaching yoga, step class, and zumba! The Mighty Kids Camp will also be taking field trips to MWR Outdoor Recreation for rock climbing, MWR Housing Pool and MWR Golf Course. The camp is for ages 5 - 10 and $25 a week.

GOLF COURSE ext. 2260WEDNESDAY WOMEN’S GOLF Wednesdays, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Ladies, learn to play golf. Basic fundamentals, rules and etiquette.

HOUSING POOL ext. 4882CAMP ADVENTURESWIM LESSONSNow - Aug 12. $40. Ages 4 - 12. Each class includes 8 sessions, Tuesday - Friday.

ROTA LANES ext. 2260STUDENTS BOWL FREEALL SUMMER Now - August. All students ages 18 and under are eligible for one free game of bowling every day in June, July and August!

YOUTH SUMMER LEAGUE Now - July 25, 3 - 5 p.m. . Every Monday, youth ages 10-18 can come compete with their 2 person team.

PIZZA AND A LANE Saturdays, July 22 - 30, 6 - 10 p.m. $20.Enjoy family time with bowling and eating pizza! You get 1 lane for 1 hour, up to 4 pairs of shoes,1 large pizza (1 topping) and a 1 ltr of soda. Additional hours can be purchased for $9 per hour.

leisureLIBRARY ext. 2418STORYTIMETuesdays, 11:30 a.m. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

July 8, I Scream, You ScreamJuly 12, Prince and Princess for a dayJuly 19, Sports DayJuly 26, S’mores for camping event

SUMMER READING PROGRAM:A MID-SUMMER KNIGHT’S READ Tuesdays, Now - August18, 11:30 a.m. - noon. Sign up dates: Now - July 18. Kids from preschool to 8th grade. This year’s reading theme is ”Knights”.

THEATER ext. 2328TRANSFORMERS SNEAK PEEK July 13. Join Gateway Theater on July 12 for a Transformers Double Feature to enter for a chance to win a Sneak Peek of Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon for yourself and TEN of your closest friends! Transformers at 10 a.m.; Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen at approximately 12:30 p.m. The Sneak Peek will take place on July 13 at 11 a.m.

youthSAC ext. 28392011 CAMP ADVENTURE Now - August 26. Open to all military & civilian family members ages 5-12. Register at SAC from 6:30 - 9 a.m. or 3 - 5 p.m.

YOUTH SPORTS ext. 4721SOCCER CAMP August 8 - 12, 5 - 7 p.m. at fields 4 & 5 by La Plaza. $30. For ages 6 - 14. Sign up at CDC, SAC or Youth Sports.

MWRCommunity

CLASSESCall 727-2527

Youth Summer Dance Camp July 11th & 13th, 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $10 per 1 1/2 hr. class. Children will be entertained and learn a variety of dance routines and moves to an eclectic mix of music.

Kindermusik‘A Day at the County Fair’ July 8th, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $30 . Ages 4 - 6.We will start by exploring rhythm with the opening parade, visit the animals and mimic their sounds, meet a clown or two and then enjoy the midway, where no one will go home empty handed!

Introduction to Photography Class July 19th - August 9th. Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Sign up July 14th. $50. Ages 16 and above. Explore photography aspects such as aperture, shutter speed, lighting, etc. to help with your photo compositions.

Intermediate Conceptsin Photography July 21st - August 11th. Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Sign up by July 19th. $50. Ages 16 and above.This class will focus on more in-depth photography concepts as well as exploring digital editing tools.

Tiny Hands Art Camp August 1st - 5th, 10 - 10:45 a.m. Sign up by July 27th. $30. Ages 18 - 36 months. Get their creative motors stirring!

Piano ClassesTuesdays or Wednesdays, day or evening lesson times available. Lessons are 30 minutes, $60 per month.

Kenpo Martial ArtsMon & Weds. Call for times. $36 - $64 per month.

Spanish LessonsSchedule individual or small group lessons. $10/hr. - $20/hr.

Nerja & FrigilianaH I S T O R I C A L T O U R

Call 727 - 3101 for details

July 30th.Sign up by July 27th. $60 (adult) / $45 (child).Nerja is the easternmost town of the Costa del Sol. This town is known for its Mediterranean beaches, delicious local fish, tropical fruits and famous caves. A guide will lead us to the Caves of Nerja and Frigiliana, voted the “prettiest village in Andalucía” by the Spanish tourism authority. Free time will be spent having lunch, shopping, and discovering what the city offers.

YOUTH SPORTS CHEER CAMP July 11th - 15th, 5- 7 p.m. at Blg #41. $30

Looking for something to do for your children this summer? The MWR Youth Sports is offering three sports camps:

Cheerleading is for ages 6-14 year olds. Please sign up at CDC, SAC, or Youth Center.

Call 727-4721 for more information.

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Come to the MWR Fitness Centerand sign up today!Call 727-2565

October 1st, 2011Noon, at La Plaza.Start your training today. Pick up your training program and nutrition information from our Fitness Specialist.

July 22nd, 7:30 p.m.at the Drive-In.There will be games, prizes, trivia and a costume contest (4 categories: ages 0-5, 6-11, 12-15, 16+).Movie will begin at approximately 22:30 p.m.You can purchase ADVANCE SALE TICKETS 15-18 July during normal operating hours. Price is $10 for everyone 6 and over.Price include admission to the event and one combo snack pack from the concessions.Call 727-2328 for more information.

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NMCB 74 Seabees Support Africa Partnership STory by mc1(ScW/SW/aW) ryan Wilber

A group of four Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 74 completed a mission at the Douala, Cameroon Regional Two Mili-tary Hospital in support of Africa Part-nership Station (APS) 2011, June 17.

The detail arrived on June 11 with orders to work in cooperation with local Cameroonians constructing a 200-foot walkway to connect several buildings.

Builder 1st Class James Shaw, de-tail APS officer-in-charge stated that the planned walkway was a needed improvement to the hospital; for both staff and patients.

“There was just a dirt courtyard between the buildings, and when it rained it would make movement very difficult due to the fact that the court-yard would turn to mud. The new walkway will make patient transport much easier and be a benefit for years to come,” said Shaw.

Cooperation and partnership are two main tenets of the APS concept. The Seabees worked side-by-side with the Cameroonians while teach-ing them professional construction techniques.

“It was rewarding working with the locals. We were able to improve their

(Above) Const ruc t ionman N icho las Lampinen, assigned to NMCB 74, prepares to place rebar for a 200-foot concrete walkway at the Douala, Cameroon Regional Two Military Hospital, June 14.

(Right) Seabees assigned to NMCB 74, work with local Cameroonians to construct a 200-foot concrete walkway at the hospital, June 13.

knowledge on basic concrete mixing, placing and finishing, so that they can produce good quality projects in the future on their own,” said Shaw. “It was also rewarding to know that we were improving the quality of life for the people of Douala who are patients at the hospital, because it treats civil-ians along with military.”

As the world climate changes and Seabees engage in more nation-build-ing efforts around the globe, junior troops often find themselves with a new and unique worldview after their first deployment.

“It was great to compare the ways that Cameroonians do things and the way we do things, and to see how much they appreciated everything we were doing for them,” said Builder Constructionman Daniel Jordan, a detail APS crewmember. “It was great to be able to help community relations between the United States and [Cam-eroonians].”

Gen. Mohammad Sali, Cameroon navy chief of naval operations, invited the crew to his home for a dinner along with the other members of APS to show his appreciation for the work being done in his country.

“The General appreciated all the work we had accomplished. He said that ‘Americans com-ing to Cameroon shows that they care for the people of Africa,’ and that he was go-ing to ensure that the facility will continue with the civilians using the knowledge we have given them,” said Shaw.

APS is an internat ional security cooperation initiative, faci l i tated by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, aimed at strengthening global maritime partnerships through training and collab-orative activities in order to improve maritime safety and security in Africa.

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WASHINGTON June 15, 2011 - Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told the service chiefs to “fence” two areas in the budget options the military is contemplating: training and family programs.

“I don't want any money taken out of those,” he told the Senate Appropriations Committee today.

Gates and Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the nation has an obligation to take care of those service members wounded physically and mentally in the wars.

Gates has moved money for wounded warriors from the supplemental requests and overseas contingency funds. “All of that money has been shifted into the base budget knowing that we will deal with this problem for many, many years to come,” he said. “So for our part, in addition to [Veterans Affairs], we have tried to make sure

Gates, Mullen Protect Family Programs from Budget Cutsby chief of naval PerSonnel Public affairS

that the funds for these programs have been protected and will be protected in the future.”

Mullen said the country is just now starting to un-derstand the costs of the wars. He used Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., as an example, saying that many of the service members at that base have deployed - some multiple times. “Many of those units have had only a year between deployments up to now,” he said. “Now, they're going to have two, and I think they've been compartmentalizing challenges, and they're going to start unpacking that. And it's going to be pretty tough now that we’re back home.”

The military health system and the Veterans Affairs Department need to get at traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress now, the admiral said. “The more quickly we get at the problem, the less likely the damage or the damage is reduced significantly, and yet there's still

a great deal on the TBI side that we don’t understand,” he said.

Mullen said the relationship between DOD, VA and the civilian communities must get stronger to take care of these men and women. He called on the senators to protect the money to care for wounded service members.

“When we get into budget crunches like this, this incredible amount of money that we put into family programs, into medical research, it’s some of the first money that budget types like to take out historically,” he said. “We would like to keep our family programs intact, and that’s something the secretary of defense and I have talked about. Unless we watch that very carefully, it will not be there when we need it.”

The money and the care must be sustained, Mullen said.

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But it's Easier to Leave it RunningSTory by mc1(ScW/SW/aW) ryan Wilber

We've always left that running. If you shut it off …

a - it's old, it might not start againb - it will take too long to warm up againc -the computer will lose its memory, and the whole system will need to be repro- grammedd - things wear out faster if you turn them off and on... it's just easier to leave it runningChallenge it! If the reason is “a - it’s old, it might not start

again,” talk to your supervisor, building energy monitor or base energy manager. The cost of the energy waste may justify replacing the equipment or making design improvements. If the energy waste is significant, and you have a solution, consider submitting a beneficial suggestion to get some cash back when your idea pencils out.

Note that beneficial suggestions are intend-ed for energy saving suggestions that go be-yond standard energy management practices such as using high-efficiency lights and mo-tors, or controls on lights and air conditioning.

If the reason is “b - it will take too long to warm up again,” talk to your supervisor, build-ing energy monitor or base energy manager. If equipment is used infrequently, but consumes a lot of energy, you can usually shut it off when not needed. See if there are acceptable ways to schedule the job to allow for the needed warm-ups. Sometimes there is a new technol-ogy that can do the job more efficiently and doesn’t require long warm-ups. Your energy

manager can look into it if he or she knows about the situation.

Speaking of scheduling, your command probably pays extra to use electricity during high demand times (like hot summer after-noons). If you can suggest scheduling jobs that use a lot of electricity for the morning on hot days or for backshift, you may be able to save your base some big dollars on the electric bill.

If the reason is “c - the computer will lose its memory and the whole system will need to be reprogrammed,” someone needs to talk to the manufacturer of that equipment! See if it’s true, and if so, if there is an upgrade.

If the reason is “d - things wear out faster if you turn them off and on,” it's probably not true, at least not true enough to justify running it all the time.

Some equipment does experience wear from frequent switching, but running it also creates heat and uses up some of its life. With fluorescent lights, the energy cost savings out-weighs reduced lamp life when you can shut lights off for seven minutes or so at average DoN electric rates. Since you usually don’t know how soon you will be back in a room, DoN Policy is to shut fluorescent lights off any time you leave a room empty.

If the reason is “e - it's just easier to leave it running,” well, you know what to do.

You can reach the energy manager at 727-2603 or call the energy hotline at 727-1797 for more information.

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- In its ongoing effort to encourage active, reserve and retired Sailors to volunteer in support of their local communities, the Navy announced on June 30 a one-stop, web-based resource that assists in identifying volunteer opportunities.

According to NAVADMIN 191/11, United We Serve provides a search engine that enables Navy advocates and supporters looking for volunteer opportunities to enter a city and state loca-tion and get a list of organizations that are seeking volunteers.

United We Serve is a nationwide service initiative that helps meet growing social needs resulting from the economic down-turn. The website provides volunteers an online resource for not only finding volunteer opportunities in their community, but also posting their own.

The site allows users to narrow searches to match the type of organizations or activities they desire to support.

"Sailors want to volunteer, but they want to make sure the organizations they are supporting are legitimate," said Fleet Master Chief Petty Officer Scott A. Benning with the Chief of Naval Personnel. "United We Serve is a great resource to help our Sailors make a positive impact in their local communities."

The NAVADMIN also advises activities desiring to post volunteer opportunities on the United We Serve site to consult OPNAVINST 5380.1A and seek guidance from their command's or region's legal counsel to ensure the services desired are ap-propriate for volunteers to perform.

"The contributions made by active and reserve Sailors as well as the volunteers from the retiree community continue to have an enormous impact within the Navy and local communities," said Benning.

For more information on volunteer opportunities, visit http://www.serve.gov/.

United We Serve One-Stop Resource for Volunteer Opportunitiesby chief of naval PerSonnel Public affairS

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Baby Basics & Breastfeeding ClassesThe NMCRS visiting nurses are scheduled to hold the following classes: Baby Basics, Sept. 7 and Nov. 2, 11 a.m. - noonBreastfeeding, July 20, Sept. 21 and Nov. 16, 11 a.m. - noonBaby Basics/Breastfeeding Combo, Aug. 25, Oct. 27 and Dec. 29, 5 - 7 p.m.To sign up or for more information, call NMCRS at 727-1614.

American Red Cross Babysitting Training ClassThe Rota American Red Cross is scheduled to hold a babysitting training class July 14, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Class fee is $45 and includes child/infant CPR and babysitting training certification, first aid kit, backpack and course materials. Register at the Red Cross office in building 3293 or call 727-233 for more information.

Childbirth Preparation ClassThe OB clinic at USNHRS is scheduled to hold a childbirth preparation class for anyone more than 30 weeks pregnant July 15, 3 - 4:30 p.m. There will be a video portion, hands on activities and a tour of the labor and delivery unit. Call 727-3555 or 727-3511 to sign up.

Personal Propery Office Summer HoursThe Personal Property Office customer service hours are scheduled to be 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday - Friday until Sept. The PPSO customer service e-mail is [email protected] or call 727-2419.

W.I.C. Has Moved The Department of Defense Women, Infants and Children Overseas office has moved. The new office is located in building 3293 within the Fleet and Family Support Center. For more information, call 727-2921.

Budget for BabyAre you an expectant parent and want assistance planning for your new baby? This class provides resources to become more aware of the costs related to the birth of a child, and making better financial choices. Receive a Junior Sea Bag containing Gerber products, a handmade blanket or sweater set and additional free items. Sign up at the NMCRS office in building 3293. Call 727-1614 for more information.

EDIS Screening AvailableAre you concerned your baby isn’t rolling over yet, your toddler isn’t talking or your preschooler doesn’t do what his peers can? The Educational and Developmental Intervention Services can answer your questions about your child, age birth to three. We have screening questionnaires and can help your child develop needed skills. Call 727-4029 or stop by building 1741 Calle Alicante in the Las Palmeras housing area.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings AA meetings are scheduled every Tuesday, at 7 p.m. at the base chapel. Call DAPA at 727-2876 for more information.

UMUC Offers ScholarshipsUniversity of Maryland University College Europe is offering a $500 Military Family Member Scholarship to be used toward UMUC tuition and textbook fees. Also available is the $100 Orkand Family Military Book Award for enlisted service mem-bers. Contact www.ed.umuc.edu/financial_aid or your local UMUC at 727-2917.

UMUC Field Study CoursesExplore Europe while earning university credit with field study courses. Scheduled field study courses: Cultural History of London II, held July 30 - Aug. 6 in England, and Picasso in Paris, held on Aug. 6 - 13 in France. Visit www.ed.umuc.edu/field-study or contact your local UMUC field representative at 727-2917.

Navy College is Now on FacebookNavy College has a new Facebook page. Go online for information regarding test dates, school information and answers to your frequently asked questions. Search "Navy College Office Rota" at www.facebook.com.

Aviation Maintenance Technology Instructor NeededAviation Maintenance Technology Part 65 A&P FAA license instructor needed.Embry Riddle is looking for a Part 65 A&P instructor to teach the AviationMaintenance Technology Courses Series. Must possess an A&P license and mas-ter's degree. Call Mr. Eduardo Bastidas at 727-2984 for more information.

UMUC Graduate ProgramsUMUC offers graduate programs in Counseling, Public Administration, Information Technology and Management Information Systems. Stop by and speak with a UMUC representative in the Navy College Office Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Community News

Navy College

DGF SchoolsSure Start Program Accepting ApplicationsThe DGF Sure Start program is now accepting applications for the 2011-2012 school year. Applications can be picked up from the elementary school office and returned by Aug. 19. Children and parents are not expected to meet all but some of these conditions:Child is four years old on or before Sept. 12Child in a family of E-4 or below or has a parent who has not graduated high schoolChild of low birth weight – under 5 pounds, 8 ouncesChild has a parent whose primary language is not EnglishChild is in a family headed by single parent or in a family with dual military parentsChild has three or more siblings close in rangeChild has an older sibling with a severe disabilityChild has a parent on remote assignment for three or more monthsChild has a parent who was a teenage parentApplicants E-4 and below have priority and applicants above E-9 will not be consid-ered. Call DGF at 727-4185/4187 or Sure Start at 727-1881 for more information.

Registration For NewDGF Middle and High School StudentsRegistration dates for new students for the 2011/12 school year are June 20 - 22, July 21 - 22 and August 17 onwards. Registration during the summer is by ap-pointment only. Contact the main office at 727-4181/3 for more information.

EX A-OK Student Reward Program Students with a B-grade point average or better may enter a drawing for U.S. Savings Bonds given each quarter. Stop by the NEX with a current report card, fill out an entry card and obtain an A-OK ID, which entitles the student to discount coupons for NEX products and services.

NAVID Tutors NeededDGF l is looking for adult tutors to work on study skills with students grades 7 - 12. No experience necessary. Volunteer and paid positions are available. E-mail [email protected] or call 727-4181 for more information.

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Resumé Review July 8, July 15, July 22 and July 29, 9 - 11 a.m. Have a current job announcement and need your resumé reviewed? Drop off or e-mail your resumé with the job an-nouncement at least 24 hours prior to the review appointment. Individual half-hour sessions are available. Sign up and review your resumé with our specialists.

Business Resumés July 13, noon - 1 p.m. and July 27, 10 - 11 a.m. Ten seconds! That is the average time your resumé will receive. Discover the key elements on a resumé and how to catch the employer’s eye. Learn how to market yourself for your dream job.

Sponsor TrainingJuly 14, 9 - 11 a.m. Have you been assigned as a sponsor? If so, take a couple hours out of your work day to receive the latest information to pass on to your spon-soree. Representatives from Housing, PSD, Personal Property, WIC and the School Liaison Officer will let you know everything you need to know to ensure incoming personnel have a smooth and hassle-free transfer. Spouses are also encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is required.

Saving & InvestingJuly 19, 9 - 10 a.m. Retirement? Kids college? TSP? 401K? This dynamic work-shop gives you information you need to make an informed decision about your future.

Calm, Cool & Composed July 19, noon - 1:30 p.m. Anger is a natural emotion, but when we don’t express it appropriately, it can make life difficult. Come learn how to control your anger, not the other way around. You can choose to be calm, cool and composed.

Federal Resumé FormatJuly 20, 10 - 11 a.m. Target your federal resumé to highlight your qualifications to HRO and hiring managers. Learn about keywords, the certificate of eligibility and the special requirements of a federal resumé.

Smooth MoveJuly 21, 9 - 11 a.m. If you have orders and are getting ready to PCS, consider sign-

Fleet & Family Support CenterCall 727-3232 to pre-register for all FFSC functions.

ing 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 and information about your new duty station. Pre-registration is required.

Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate Training Aug. 16 - 19, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. You can help make differences in someone’s life. This training is for anyone interested in doing something bigger than them. SAPR advocates provide 24/7 direct response to victims and assist them navigating the military’s response network. Stop by the FFSC for an application or call for more information. Applications are due by July 29.

July 12, 9 - 10 a.m. I owe, I owe, it’s off to work I go. Wondering if you’re using credit appropriately? Find out what determines the cost of credit. Discover your own debt ratio and the warning signs of too much credit.

Credit Management

10 July 7, 2011 C LRELIGION

I was excited when I found out I got orders to Rota. Don’t tell the detailer, but I really did want to come here. Once I got the orders, I started to find out all

the info I could about this place. I was on an aircraft carrier at the time, so there were quite a few people that had been stationed here or stopped by on deploy-ments or on flights. I only heard good things. I started looking into how I was going to get here, since I was eager to come. I

had lots of people tell me that I would catch the Rotator out of Bahrain and fly straight to Rota. Others said I would stop in Rota on the Rotator then head back to the states for leave then catch the Rotator with my wife and daughter on the way back. I made temporary plans accordingly.

Then the ship admin said that I was actually going to fly commercial back to the states, take leave, then the family and I would fly commercial back to here. Since I was on a deployed aircraft carrier in the gulf, our admin worked through the local travel people to

Gospel Service Friends and Family DayEveryone is welcome to attend, July 17, at 1:30 p.m.

Weekly Bible StudyThe weekly Bible study entitled “Seeing and Savoring Jesus Christ” is held every Thursday. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and the study itself runs from 7 - 8 p.m. To sign up or for more information, contact Chaplain Johnson at [email protected].

Catholic Religious Education 2011/2012 Registration for CCD, First Holy, Communion and Con-firmation is currently being accepted. For more informa-tion, contact the Director of Religious Education Melissa Williams at 630-764-252 or e-mail [email protected].

AnnouncementsCall 727-2161 for more information on Chapel events.

set up our flights. The locals then sent an itinerary that booked me to Rome. Yes, Rome does start with an “r” and has four letters just like Rota, and I would love to go there sometime, but that was not where my orders ordered me to go. I would have ended up in the wrong place and been in big trouble. We informed the locals of the mistake, and after some grumbling, they changed our final destination back to Rota. And “Ta Da,” we are now here. By the way, there was a bunch of travel silli-ness, (from the ship to Bahrain to London, to LA, to San Diego, to Omaha, Chicago, Wisconsin, and St. Louis, back to Omaha, to Salt Lake City, to San Diego, to Dal-las, to Madrid, to Jerez - in three weeks) but we made it, and it was worth it.

I am sure that most of you have had similar travel experiences to get here or to other duty stations. So why am I boring you with this? I think we can get some understanding of our ultimate travel from our travel ex-periences here. By ultimate travel, I mean our eternal destiny. It matters where you are going. It could be really bad or really good. Where are you going when you die? How are you going to get there? Sometimes we put more thought into how to catch a hop back to the

states than to where we go forever. Seek and you find.I would also hope that, just like we tried to find out

about Rota before we came, we would try to find out about eternal things. Where do you find out? A lot of people will give opinions about what it is like and how you get there. Have they been there? I would encourage you to go to the source. Find out what God says about heaven, hell, and how you get to each and what they will be like. It is only the One in charge that sets the itinerary and makes the calls.

We are all here temporarily. We are traveling through this life to an eternal destination. The trip is interesting. We see cool things, do interesting things, love certain places and people. We will also have lots of silliness: layovers, delays, weird people, grouchy flight attendants and many other challenges. But a realization that we are on our way someplace else will give us a perspective and guidance here. Make sure your journey is going to the right destination. It makes the trip worth it.

If you would like to speak with a chaplain for any reason please call the Religious Ministries Department at 727-2161.

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Independence Fest 2011

You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy and the flies die from happiness. You may think you have overeaten, but it is patriotism. - Erma Bombeck

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(Top) Service members assigned to Naval Station Rota stand in formation during a flag raising ceremony in front of the NAVSTA Rota command building, June 30.

(Far Left) Spc. Kenneth Langston raises the flag during the flag raising ceremony.

(Above) Spc. Kenneth Langston prepares the flag to be raised during the flag raising ceremony.

(Left) NAVSTA Rota Commanding Officer Capt. Scott Kraverath addresses the multiple-branch crew of Naval Station Rota during the flag raising ceremony.

(Opposite Page) A Joint Service Color Guard unfolds the national ensign before hoisting it during the flag raising ceremony.

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Liberty and Justice for AllService members assigned to Naval Station Rota participated in

an annual flag-raising ceremony in front of the command building, June 30.

Rota’s base is only permitted to fly the U.S. flag with special per-mission from the Spanish Admiral-in-Chief because of the Agreement for Defense Cooperation,a governing document between the U.S. and the Kingdom of Spain.

As part of the ceremony, NAVSTA Rota Commanding Officer Capt. Scott Kraverath called all formations to attention to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

“An event like this, held but once a year, speaks directly to the patriotism of each and every one that participated in the ceremony,” said Kraverath.

After the ceremony, the color guard hoisted additional flags to be used in official observances, such as retirement ceremonies.

“Service members can request to have their personal flags flown over NAVSTA Rota during the Independence Day weekend when the American flag is allowed to fly,” said NAVSTA Rota Administration Department Leading Chief Petty Officer, Chief Yeoman Raymond Rodriguez. “The color guard performs the official flag raising cer-emony for each of these flags during the authorized time. I feel it would be a privilege to own a United States ensign that was flown over NAVSTA Rota.”

Rodriguez said that he receives as many as 15 requests per year, mostly from retired military members.

The U.S. flag is only permitted to fly over the base during the des-ignated timeframe of the Independence Day celebration. Requests to have personal flags flown and honored can only be accomplished during that time.

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“Fair Winds and Following Seas” ABFC(AW/SW) David Freeman Story and PhotoS by MCC(SW/aW) Mikel bookWalter

For 20 years Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuels) (AW/SW) David Freeman has served his country with honor, courage and commitment.

On June 29th, 2011, Freeman held his retirement ceremony at Sea View Pines, where those who served with him joined his family and friends in commemorating his service to the United States.

Speakers noted Freeman's dedication to Sailors and always getting the mission done.

Chief Freeman reported to Naval Station Rota, Spain in December of 2007 as the Aviation Fuels Leading Chief Petty Officer.

His previous assignments inlcude:

USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65)Roosevelt Roads, Puerto RicoUSS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69)AMPHIBIOUS GROUP TWONaval Station Rota, Spain

Chief Freeman, the active duty chiefs salute you; your retired chiefs welcome you. Fair winds and following seas Chief. You stand relieved.

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DOD Launches Military Spouse Employment PartnershipSTory elaine Sanchez, american forceS PreSS Service

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Top government and military officials unveiled the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program during a ceremony at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C., June 29.

The partnership encompasses more than 70 employers who have committed to expanding career opportunities for military spouses worldwide, and to recognize the skills and talents they bring to the employ-ment table.

In remarks at the event, Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, lauded military spouses for their service and sac-rifice as they juggle households, children, volunteer work and jobs - many times in the midst of deployments.

Due to their ability to thrive despite mul-tiple challenges and demands, she noted, military spouses possess the qualities highly sought after by employers, such as dedication, flexibility, a strong work ethic and "endless energy."

"If you're looking for hard-working, highly skilled and educated, dedicated employees, our military spouses are pre-cisely the employees you need," Biden said. "Every day our military spouses are giving back to our country. While their loved ones are called to serve, they serve right alongside them. Now we must serve

Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, and Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, talk during the kickoff of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C., June 29.

them as well as they serve us." Deborah Mullen, who was accompa-

nied to the event by her husband, Chair-man of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, acknowledged the difficulties military spouses face in finding jobs. Many spouses, she noted, are turned away for jobs, not due to their qualifications or training, but due to the frequent moves their service member spouse is required to make.

"More than one spouse has told me, 'All I wanted was to get in the door to be able to be judged on my merits, my qualifica-tions and my strengths.'"

Deborah Mullen said in many cases they are unable to even score an interview.

"They aren't asking of rules to be bro-ken or regulations to be cast aside," she said. "They know the economy is tough out there ... this isn't about entitlement for them; this is about opportunity. Military spouses just want the same shot as ev-eryone else."

The partnership signifies a positive step toward employing these highly skilled spouses, Biden said.

"We're making it a little easier for them to find work, and perhaps a little less frightening for new employers to take that gamble and find the talent so resident in

our ranks," she said. But the work is just beginning, Biden

noted. Today, the Defense Department launches the partnership, she said, and "tomorrow, we must make that partner-ship work."

Dr. Clifford L. Stanley, undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, lauded the partnership, noting that programs like this didn't exist when he joined the Marine Corps in the 1960s. He recalled a time when he and his wife had to watch their spending, unsure of whether or not she'd have a job at the next duty station.

Today, there's an abundance of programs aimed at supporting military families, and their welfare is taken into consideration at every level of command, Stanley said. The partnership is a sig-nificant commitment toward that military family care and, he added, "a big deal" for spouses and employers.

The event also marked the inclusion of 15 new employers who signed onto the partnership. Leaders from each company stepped forward to sign a statement of support, signifying a pledge to:

- Increase employment opportunities for military spouses, while maintaining employment for relocating spouses;

- Provide career promotion opportuni-ties for military spouses who are excelling at their jobs;

- Ensure pay equity for military spous-es commensurate with their level of train-ing, work experience, accomplishments and credentials; and

- Spread the word about spousal sup-port throughout the military and corporate America.

Partners also are pledging to post job opportunities on the Military Spouse Employment Partnership Web portal located on OurMilitary.mil at http://www.ourmilitary.mil.

The partnership program evolved from the Army Spouse Employment program, through which more than 100,000 military spouses have been hired since 2003, explained Robert L. Gordon III, deputy assistant secretary of defense for military

community and family policy."As this program continues to grow, just

think about what this partnership can do for our spouses, for our military," he said.

Retired Army Brig. Gen. Gary Profit, senior director of military recruiting for Walmart, one of the program's partners, noted the importance of caring for military families in all sectors of society.

"As a retired Army officer, and with a spouse that followed me around the world for 31 years, it's an opportunity to give back to those with whom we had the privilege of serving," he said of the partnership. "It's an important public and private partnership we have to honor the service and sacrifice of military spouses who have served very much as their uniformed member serves."

Military spouses also voiced their ap-proval of the program.

"It will make our lives as military spous-es so much easier, because right before you move there's that ramp up of getting that resumé ready and all that on top of moving," said Kristi Hamrick, an Air Force spouse who has moved 11 times in 17 years. "If you can get a job where you have another job waiting on the other end ... that would reduce so much stress."

"I'm overwhelmed," said Jennifer Pilcher, wife of Navy Cmdr. Eddie Pilcher. "I truly think it's the first time in history that the military spouse has been recognized. To sit here and hear the program is for us is overwhelming and exciting."

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20 July 7, 2011 C LACTIVITIES

BullfightsPamplona Navarra BullringToday - July 14, running of the bulls bullfights

La Linea BullringJuly 22, bullfight, Rivera Ordoñez “Pa-quirri,” El Fandi, Curro EscarcenaJuly 23, bullfight - Ruiz Miguel, Finito de Cordoba, Curro Diaz

El Puerto de Santa Maria Bullfights:July 24, Ivan Fandiño, Oliva Soto, Esau FernandezJuly 31, Alejandro Enriquez, Vazquez Romero, Jose MonjeAug. 4, Rivera Ordoñez, El Fandi, Daniel LuqueAug. 5, Fermin Bohorquez (on-horse-back), Enrique Ponce, El CidAug. 6, Morante de la Puebla, Jose

FeriasFeria del Carmen y de la Sal, July 12 - 17, San Fernando

Feria Del Carmen, July 14 - 17, Barbate

Veladas y Fiestas, July 15 - 24, La Linea

Veladas y Fiestas del Carmen, July 16 - 18, Grazalema

Feria y Fiestas de Verano, Aug. 4 - 11, Zahara de los Atunes

Feria de la Urta, Aug. 5 - 8, Rota

Fiestas Mayores, Aug. 19 - 22, Graza-lema

Feria y Fiestas, Aug. 19 - 22, Zahara de la Sierra

Ferias Patronales, Aug. 24 - 28, Alcala de los Gazules

Feria y Fiestas de San Agustin, Aug. 28 - 31, Olvera

Feria de Pedro Romero, Aug. 30 - Sept. 4, Ronda

Feria Virgen del Rosario, Sept. 3 - 5, Villaluenga Del Rosario

Feria Virgen de Regla, Sept. 4 - 8, Chipiona

Activities

Music

Flamenco

Summer Jazz, Trio Fermata, tonight at 10:30 pm at Milwaukee, Avda. de la Bajamar 10, El Puerto de Santa María, tickets 5 euros

Four Legend Rock & Roll, tomorrow at 11:30 p.m. at Milwaukee, Avda. de la Bajamar 10, El Puerto de Santa María, tickets 5 euros

Padilla & Comino in concert, July 10 at 10:30 p.m. at Milwaukee, Avda. de la Bajamar 10, El Puerto de Santa María, tickets 6 euros

Classical music concert by the Hispano-Russian Orchestra, July 12, at 9:30 p.m. at the Teatro Municipal Pedro Muñoz Seca, Plaza Polvorista 4, El Puerto de Santa María, pick up free tickets (2 per person) 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the box office

Sting in concert, July 15, Granada Bullring

Isabel Pantoja in concert, July 15 at 10:30 p.m., Algeciras bullring, tickets 30, 40 euros

Seal in concert, July 20, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Municipal Theater, Avenida de Las Piletas, tickets 35, 40 euros

Peter Andre in concert, July 22, Playa del Pinillo, Marbella

AlRumbo 2011, Music Festival, July 22 - 23, Chiclana de la Frontera fairgrounds, tickets 12 euros

Ricky Martin “Music Soul Sex Tour,” July 27, Malaga

“An Evening From Las Vegas Live,” July 30, at 8 p.m., Finca de la Concepcion,

Concurso Nacional de Cante por Pe-teneras, July 30, Paterna de la Rivera, Cadiz

Flamenco, Jerez de la Frontera, Fridays and Saturdays at 9 p.m., El Lagar del Tio Parrilla, Plaza del Mercado Flamenco, Rota, Saturdays at 6 p.m., Bombay Pub, Avenida San Fernando, Saturdays and Sundays 11:30 p.m., Mamajuana Pub, at the Marina

Flamenco show – Sanlucar de Barram-eda, Fridays at 10 p.m., Bodega de Arte “A Contratiempo”

Flamenco, Bodega El Algarrobo, Siete Revueltas street, 7, El Puerto, Fridays and Saturdays at 10 p.m.

Virgen del Carmen Celebration, July 16, El Puerto, Rota, Chipiona, Sanlucar, Cadiz, Conil, Chiclana Running of the bulls, July 18, Graza-lema

Beach horse races, Sanlucar de Bar-rameda, Aug. 10 - 12 and Aug. 25 - 27 at 6 p. m.

Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces (How Andalusian Horses Dance), every Thursday at noon, Recreo de las Ca-denas (Chains Palace), Avda. Duque de Abrantes, Jerez de la Frontera. Admis-sion: 25 and 19 euros

“Ruta por el Puerto” guided tour, every Friday at 7:30 p.m., Plaza del Castilli (by Tourist Office), tickets 8 euros. www.turismoelpuerto.com

Hippie Market, buy, sell and exchange, Sanlucar de Barrameda – Calle Ramón y Cajal, Sundays, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Flea Markets at Plaza de Andalucía, Chipiona, Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., and Jerez, Alameda Vieja (by the Castle), Sundays, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit Doñana National Park – www.visi-tasdonana.com Castillo de Luna, Rota, weekend guided tours at 1 and 5 p.m. Request tickets in advance at the Tourist Office, Calle Cuna, 2

Eat/Drink

Gonzalez Byass Bodega – Jerez de la FronteraEvery day at noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Sandeman Bodega – Jerez de la Fron-teraMon., Wed. and Fri., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

ArtsPainting display by Encarnacion Lopez until July 10, sala de exposiones del Club Nazaret , Jerez

Permanent photos displayed by several local artists, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Circulo de Artesanos art gallery, San Juan Street, Mon. through Fri., 5 to 8 p.m.

“The Sand Painter”, sand converted to art exhibit, monday - saturday, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 5 - 9 p.m., sundays and holidays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. until July 31, at Hotel Pinomar, Puerto Sherry Road, El Puerto de Santa María

Feria de Las Virtudes, Sept. 7 - 11, Conil

Feria de la Vendimia, Sept. 10 - 18, Jerez

Feria de San Miguel, Sept. 28 - Oct. 2, Arcos de la Frontera

Marbella, Malaga. Artists will perform music by Shirley Bassey, Frank Sinatra and Barry White, accompanied by a 22-piece orchestra. www.millionaires-summerparty.com

Creamfields Andalucia Festival, Aug, 13 - 14, Jerez racetrack, tickets 50 euros/one day, 70 euros/two days

“Kid Creole and the Coconuts,” Aug. 25, at 9 p.m., Nikki Beach restaurant, Marbella

M Clan, Aug. 25 at 10:30 p.m., Ca-diz, Baluarte de la Candelaria, Parque Genoves, tickets 20 euros

Maria ManzanaresAug. 7, El Juli, Talavante, Cayetano Aug. 12, on horseback, Hermoso de Mendoza, Diego Ventura, Leonardo HernandezAug. 14, Antonio Barrera, David Mora, Alejandro Morilla

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By Karen Lucas, Coastline [email protected]

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There's a New Disco in Puerto Scala is a new disco in Puerto that just opened

June 29 to great reviews. They are reinventing the night, working to offer a totally different option. Scala

has two different areas: one where you can en-joy the best sounds with guest DJs and shows (Scala Dance Club), and a more int imate

space where you can relax and enjoy your evenings and nights (Scala Lounge Bar). Here are some of the things offered: Wednesdays bring the most fun sessions in the province with “Formula Salvaje” with music by Cellux MC and Victor Collado, broadcast on Salvaje FM all night; Thursdays feature their resi-dent DJ Manu Rubio and invited artists; Fridays and Saturdays are deluxe nights with the best commer-cial sound and live dance shows; Sundays are USA party-style with the best funky, hip hop, old school and R&B. Scala is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. and is located right by the castle.

Every Thursday in July and August, starting to-night, you can see live flamenco at El Patio de las 7 Esquinas in Puerto starting at 9 p.m. You can watch the show while you enjoy a drink, tapas or dinner. El Patio de las 7 Esquinas is the patio of a bodega and very pleasant. Their food is good and the servings are quite large. It’s a great place to take visitors and it is located near the bullring so parking is not a problem.

I recently learned about Pancho Tours, and since I think it may be of interest to some of you, I want to pass it along. Pancho Tours offers the lowest cost op-tions available in Sevilla, Cádiz, Málaga and Lisbon. In Sevilla they offer free walking tours 365 days a

year with two different op-tions: folklore and legends and history. They believe that when the guides work only for tips, they always do their best. They also offer a nightlife tour, a tapas tour and a bike tour. In Cádiz, Pancho offers free walking tours and a nightlife tour every day, April 1 through Octo-ber 15. Check out their Web sites: http://www.panchotours.com/pan-cho_in_sevilla.html and http://www.panchotours.com/pancho_in_cadiz.html. Of course, you can also find out more about Málaga, Lisbon and their new sailing tours as well, and the folks at Pancho’s will organize personal-ized activities and special interest tours.

Due to popular de-mand, you can now enjoy the rooftop BBQs at Molly Malone Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Join them on July for a night with their summer DJ to liven things up, everyone should come dressed in white.

Today is San Fermín, and it marks the beginning of the running of the Bulls in Pamplona. Although I have never had the urge to go to these famous fiestas, I often do watch the runnings on TV. If you

Scala is a new disco in Puerto that just opened June 29 and offers a dance club and lounge bar.

get Spanish TV, you can watch it at 8 a.m. every day for a week on TVE1.

Anything you want me to pass along? Let me hear from you about your favorite places or coming events. I do like hearing from you! Send me an e-mail to [email protected] or give me a call at 607-564132. Support your paper by supporting the advertisers.

Thursday, July 7th CLOSED

Friday, July 8th 2:30 p.m. Rio ☻ (G), 96’ 5 p.m. Thor (PG13), 115’ Drive-In 7:30 p.m. Cars 2 event (G) 10:30 p.m. Cars 2 (G), 112’

Saturday, July 9th 2:30 p.m. Hoodwinked Too: Hood vs Evil (PG), 94’ 5 p.m. Madea’s Big Happy Family☻ (PG13), 106’ 7:30 p.m. Jumping the Broom (PG13), 103’ 10 p.m. Bridesmaids (R), 125’ Drive-In 10:30 p.m. Green Lantern (PG13), 105’

Sunday, July 10th 2:30 p.m. Cars 2 (G), 112’ 5 p.m. Water for Elephants ☻ (PG13), 121’ 7:30 p.m. Something Borrowed (PG13), 103’

Monday, July 11th CLOSED

Tuesday, July 12th 10 a.m. Transformers ☺ (PG13), 144’ 12:30 p.m. Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen ☺ (PG13), 150’

Wednesday, July 13th CLOSED

Thursday, July 14th CLOSED

Friday, July 15th 2:30 p.m. Jumping the Broom (PG13), 103’ 5 p.m. Prom (PG), 103’ 7:30 p.m. Cars 2 (G), 112’ 10 p.m. Priest (PG13), 87’ Drive-In 10:30 p.m. Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon (PG13), 154’

Jumping the Broom Starring: Angela Bassett, Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Loretta Devine, Megan Good

(PG13) Comedy, 103’

A collision of worlds when two African-American families from divergent socioeconomic backgrounds get together one weekend in Martha’s Vineyard for a wedding. Taylor is caught in a six-month whirlwind romance that includes nights at the opera, long-stem roses and live performances from R&B crooner El DeBarge and proposes to Watson at the beginning of the film.

Transformers: Dark Side of the MoonStarring: Shia LaBeouf, John Turturro, Tyrese Gibson, Josh Duhamel, Frances McDormand

(PG13) Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, 154’

The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the Moon, and race against the Decepticons to reach it and to learn its secrets.

Bridesmaids (R) 125’. Com-edy. Starring: Kristen Wiig, Rose Bryne, Chris O’Dowd. Picked as her best friend’s maid of honor, lovelorn and broke Annie looks to bluff her way through the ex-pensive and bizarre rituals with an oddball group of bridesmaids.

Priest (PG13) 87’. Horror, Suspense, Thriller, Western. Starring: Paul Bettany, Karl Ur-ban, Cam Gigandet, Maggie Q. A priest disobeys church law to track down the vampires who kidnapped his niece.

Cars 2 (G) 112’. Action, Ani-mated, Comedy, Family. Starring: Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy, Tony Shalhoub. Star race car Lightning McQueen and his pal Mater head overseas to compete in the World Grand Prix race. But the road to the championship becomes rocky as Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own: international espionage.

Something Borrowed (PG13) 103’. Comedy, Drama, Romance. Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate Hudson, Colin Egglesfield, John Krasinski. Rachel is a talented attorney at a top New York law firm, a generous and loyal friend and, unhappily, still single as her engaged best friend Darcy is constantly reminding her.

MWR THEATERS OTHER PICKS THIS WEEKTHIS WEEK

As a reminder to all movie patrons, COMNAVACTSPAINST 1754.3 requires that all minors must have supervised transportation from the theater movies that end after sunset. Minors are prohibited from walking home from the Drive-In after dark.

MWR’s Movie Info Line: 727-2624. Theater Phone Number: 727-2328Check www.rotamwr.com for full listing.

☺Free Showing // ☻Last Showing // Adult Movie

G – General Audiences.PG – Parental Guidance Suggested.PG-13 – Parents Strongly Cautioned.R – Restricted.

MOVIE RATINGS

If no patrons arrive within 30 minutes after showtime, movies will be cancelled. Movies are subject to change without notice.

BridesmaidsGateway Theater,July 9th, 10 p.m.

Cars 2Drive-In,July 8th, 10:30 p.m.Gateway Theater,July 10th, 2:30 p.m.July 15th, 7:30 p.m.

Jumping the BroomGateway Theater,July 9th, 7:30 p.m.July 15th, 2:30 p.m.

PriestGateway Theater,July 15th, 10 p.m.

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