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Rota Housing – Answering the Tough QuestionsThere are many ingredients to successful leadership. There are hundreds of books available that have the recipe; just go to the library or the NEX and see for yourself. Management, administration, organization, integrity, deci-siveness, keeping cool under pressure all come to mind.

Sometimes communication gets overlooked. Effective communication has to be at the top of any leader's skill

set. Try as I might through this column and the Coast-line, Town Hall Meetings, the CO Radio Show, Facebook, ICR, NAVSTA Rota web-site and blogs, sometimes people don't get pertinent information and sometimes worse, just a fraction of the information.

An informed community is a community where trust and confidence exists in its

leadership. Recently, Commander, Navy Installations Command sent a Housing Assessment Team to Rota to do just that; conduct a Housing Assessment and read the barometer of customer satisfaction.

Our customers are you. One of the debrief items pointed out to me was that customer satisfaction was low in com-munication. So I got to thinking, what have we failed to communicate? It didn't take long for me to come up with a few questions that we seem to get asked often. So here goes.Why is there a mandatory on-base housing assign-ment policy?

The answer, although not popular, is fairly straightfor-ward. The U.S. government owns 800 family housing units at Naval Station Rota, bought and paid for several years ago. We execute an annual Family Housing budget for operations and maintenance of all those units. To allow families to reside off-base and pay thousands of dollars per year on Overseas Housing Allowances while base homes, bought and paid for and that are maintained year-round remain vacant is grossly irresponsible and a waste of tax-payers dollars. Resources, especially in times of economic crises, are scarce and the Navy simply cannot afford it. Why do I have to live on base but other families get to live off-base?

We follow DoD and Navy guidelines in the assignment of base houses. Your family composition determines your entitlement. Upon your arrival, if a home is available that meets your family entitlement, that home will be assigned

to you. If there is not a home that meets your entitlement, you are offered an opportunity to live off-base or voluntarily accept a smaller base house. Are you doing anything to give families more housing options?

We are in the middle of a very robust housing conversion and divestiture program. 38 two-bedroom duplexes were recently converted into 19 four-bedroom homes. This com-ing year will see the conversion of 146 more two-bedroom duplexes to four-bedroom homes. At the same time, we have a demolition project that should begin in the next two years that will demolish the Las Flores homes. The project is scheduled for completion by the end of fiscal year 2015. The conversion/demolition project serves two purposes. First, it transitions smaller homes into larger homes with more utility. Second, it reduces the number of overall homes in the inventory and reduce vacancies to zero, creating a wait list. Once a wait list exists, people should be able to choose for themselves their housing option. What are you doing about the mold in family housing?

Quite a lot, actually. Last year was terribly rainy and mold was prevalent. Last winter we began to inspect all areas for poor drainage and correct them, provide mold prevention tips to all residents, clean all HVAC ducts dur-ing change of occupancy maintenance periods, inspect all homes for exterior cracking, provide training to our Housing Inspectors by the resident Industrial Hygienist, work with the maintenance contractor for mold removal and mediation, follow up with residents. This winter season and beyond we intend to install automatic dehumidifiers/air purifiers into the HVAC systems, inspect all roofs for damage, repair all known wall and floor cracks, and continue to actively engage all residents with mold issues. So please, if you show any signs of mold, water intrusion, or cracks this rainy season, call Housing at 727-4652.

The system is not always perfect, and sometimes fami-lies do not get what they want. As the Commanding Officer of the base, I must ensure that we make sound financial decisions that are in the best interests of our taxpayers and our Nation.

However, remember that our Housing Director, Bob Crist, and the rest of his Housing team and I WANT to provide you the best customer service possible. The bottom line is that Housing will help you with your home. If there is an issue with your home, get it addressed as soon as possible. If you ever feel Housing is not helping you, discuss it with your chain of command. Don’t settle for substandard customer service. Bob Crist doesn’t, and neither do I. Hasta Luego.

The next Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for November 18, 11 a.m. at the NEX Food Court.

Rota's First Class Petty Officer Association is making a differ-ence by being helpful ambas-sadors at an animal shelter. In honor of October being Energy Awareness Month, you’ll read how Naval Station Rota is making efforts to be even better stewards of the environment and natural resources. Twice a year, Sailors take the Physical Fitness Assessment. While participants can expect the test to be the same year after year, some changes in the stationary-bike test are coming next year. Also in this edition is a story for those interested in going back and earning an academic degree. Although the admissions and financial-aid process can seem a little daunting, we report on a class that’s making getting back to the books much easier.

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4 October 28, 2010 C LNEWS

Sailors taking the fall Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) know this test is important in ensuring a culture of physical readiness and is here to stay.

But although the PFA is a routine part of Navy life that won’t go away, there are some important changes in the test that Sailors need to be aware of.

Participants can expect to see the following changes:

Performance Reports: For those with an end date of Aug. 1 or later, commands will enter a one-letter PFA code in Block 20 for each cycle completed. NAVADMIN 193/10 Here are the PFA codes:

P: Passed both the physical readiness test (PRT) and body composition assessment (BCA)

F: Overall PFA failureM: Medically waived from entire PFAW: Passed BCA but medically

waived from one or more PRT eventsB: Passed BCA but was authorized

non-participation in the PRT for other than medical reasons

N : No PFA conducted during reporting period.

Sta t ionary B ike Tes t : Fo r participants authorized to do the bike test instead of the 1.5 mile run, the equation will used to convert calories burned will change on Jan. 1, 2011. NAVADMIN 256/10 will require each participant to burn more calories to achieve a probationary or satisfactory score for the event.

Changes to Navy PFA Coming Soon

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Hospitalman Michael Mimms of U.S. Naval Hospital Rota completes the 1.5-mile run during the biannual PFA, Oct. 27. Those who opt out of the run and are authorized to participate in the stationary-bike test should beware of changes coming Jan. 1, 2011, which will require participants to burn more calories.

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Participants from Naval Station Rota’s Security Department perform push ups during their PFA at the MWR Fitness Center Oct. 27. To maximize PFA results fitness experts recommend that Sailors participate in a year-round fitness program rather than waiting just weeks before the test to start exercising.

One Sailor who took the stationary bike test says she’s going to push herself in light of this change to the equation.

“People assume it’s easy,” said Personnel Special ist Seaman Carolyn Raynor, 21. “It’s definitely not an easy test. I’ll work on getting my level up higher.”

Despite this change making the bike test a more accurate test of fitness, many Sailors say they’ll continue to stick with the 1.5 mile run.

P e r s o n n e l S p e c i a l i s t Seaman Nicoholas Bloodworth, 24, says he’s going to stick with the run because for him it’s a better indication of how he’s “doing as far as the Navy’s standards.”

Pre-Test Warm Up: Warming up is always a good idea before taking the PFA. “There will be an improved warm up in preparation for all events of the PFA,” said MWR Athletic Director Lori Allard.

Fitness experts agree that it is always best to perform regular exercise year round rather than waiting right before the PFA to begin an exercise routine. Sailors who would like more details about these changes should consult their Command Fitness Leader.


NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The U.S. Navy conducted a full power demonstration of a Riverine Command Boat (experimental) (RCB-X) powered by alternative fuel, Oct. 22, aboard Naval Station Norfolk, Va.

Testing and evaluation of alternative fuels from the 49-foot fast and agile RCB-X boat supports the secretary of the Navy's efforts to reduce the fleet's reliance on fossil fuels and is part of a series of progressively complex tests and evaluations scheduled through 2012.

These exhibitions will culminate in 2012 with a Green Strike Group of U.S. Navy ships operating locally and by 2016 deploying a Great Green Fleet powered entirely by alternative fuels.

"Going green is about combat capability and assuring

N a v y S a i l i n g To w a r d G r e a t G r e e n F l e e t

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Sailors assigned to Riverine Group 1 conduct maneuvers aboard Riverine Command Boat (Experimental) (RCB-X) at Naval Station Norfolk. The RCB-X is powered by an alternative fuel blend of 50 percent algae-based and 50 percent NATO F-76 fuels to support the secretary of the Navy's efforts to reduce total energy consumption on naval ships.

Enlisted Field Service Record Closeout Extended

Navy's mobility," said Rear Adm. Philip Cullom, director of the Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division, which leads the Navy's Task Force Energy. "It is not just about natural security; it also strengthens national security. By having reliable and abundant alternate sources of energy, we will no longer be held hostage by any one source of energy, such as petroleum.

"First and foremost, energy conservation extends tactical range of our forces while also preserving precious resources. Our goal, as a Navy, is to be an 'early adopter' of new technologies that enhance national security in an environmentally sustainable way," said Cullom.

The fuel, a "drop in replacement" to standard shipboard fuel, is 50 percent algae-based and 50 percent

NATO F-76 fuel, which forms a 50/50 blend of hydro-processed renewable diesel, also known in industry as "HR-D."

Additionally, HR-D, as opposed to biofuel, does not include water which is incompatible for shipboard fuel systems and does not have the limited serviceable life (typically six months) of biofuels. A blended hydro-processed renewable diesel fuel ensures that the integrity of the fuel system is maintained.

The Navy is incorporating a systematic approach of evaluating systems, protocols and standard operating procedures. The testing and certification represents a cost-effective approach for the entire engine inventory.

The testing and evaluation is being led by Naval Sea Systems Command's Advanced Fuels program office.

MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- Navy Personnel Command (NPC) has extended the deadline for closeout of the Enlisted Field Service Record (EFSR) to Dec. 30 for shore commands and Sept. 30, 2011, for aircraft carriers.

The original EFSR closeout was announced in NAVADMIN 040/10 with a deadline of Sept. 30.

"While we are close, approximately 74 percent, and good progress have been made, a delay in fielding the EFSR closeout application and Fleet resource challenges required to complete this effort have necessitated an extension of the deadline," said Jim Tanner, NPC assistant commander for Personnel Information Management.

The message directs commands to begin generating and maintaining service record information through a secure Internet connection with the Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) Electronic Service Record (ESR)

by the listed deadlines. "Record holders need to close out the EFSRs as soon

as possible, as finishing this project will eliminate confusion caused by some Sailors still having paper records and enable us to move towards accomplishing our human resource functions electronically," said Tanner.

According to the NAVADMIN, the ESR allows for global transactions for medals and awards, training and education, personnel qualification standards, routine administrative remarks and creates electronic forms that can be printed and signed when a hard copy is required.

Once transitioned to the ESR, commands will still be required to maintain a smaller hard-copy file to support their associated programs. The documents maintained locally should include the Record of Emergency Data, Servicemember's Group Life Insurance, Security Clearance Eligibility Certification and Family Care plans.

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October 28, 2010 7C L NEWS

Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) awarded on Jan. 20, 2010, an $8.3 million delivery order as part of an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) at NAVSTA Rota. The construction, which starts the last week of November, will provide energy-efficiency upgrades to numerous buildings, reducing energy consumption and providing a more sustainable building infrastructure.

The project will save more than $1 million in utilities annually over an estimated period of nearly 8 years. The ESPC contract is divided into four Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs).

The first measure will support energy conservation through the upgrades of heating, ventilation and cooling units in 12 buildings.

The second will conserve water through replacement

of fixtures in 58 buildings and the installation of a state-of-the-art irrigation system on the golf course and ball fields.

These two measures alone will result in an expected savings of 35.6 million gallons of water over the next 11 years.

The third conservation measure consists of construction of a five kilo-watt photovoltaic system at the roof of the NEX. Finally, the fourth ECM eliminates the need to operate an inefficient central boiler system through the installation of individual boilers in 35 buildings. This effort will result in a savings of 39,200 gallons of JP5 fuel over the next six years.

There will be a ground breaking ceremony by the end of November with construction taking place over the next 12 to 14 months.

Energy TipsThe simple act of closing doors between rooms can do wonders for heating or cooling spending.

E n e r g y U p g r a d e s Expected to Save Millionsstory By daVid BarBosa, eNerGy maNaGer NaVFaC euraFsWa (pWd)photo By tyler WorliNe, dGF iNterN

Refueling Ops Merges With Fleet Supply CentersCommander, Navy Installations Command (NCIC) and the Navy Supply Systems Command (NSSC) announced the merger of Alongside Aircraft Refueling operations with Fleet and Industrial Supply Centers worldwide.

Naval Station Rota’s Aviation Fuels Branch started working with FISCSI–Rota Oct. 1 and can proudly announce the formal induction to a culmination of great teaming on the part of Navy Region Europe, Navy European Command, CNIC, NAVSUP and Commander, Fleet and Industrial Supply Centers (COMFISCS).

While servicing the requirements of the war fighters and regional shore stakeholders in the European theater, the merger greatly adds to the first COMFISCS, Rear Adm. William Kowba’s, vision “for a robust, flexible and responsive logistics command.”

FISCSI–Rota will further solidify logistic functions with the capability to support six, large-frame aircraft refueling operations during a 24 hour period. Such refueling capability relinquished results of more than 7,200 aircraft servicing operations in fiscal year 2009 and over 40 million gallons of JP8 serviced in fiscal year 2010.

“The benefits of consolidation will lead to single process ownership of the Navy Shore Installation Fuels Program, including complete oversight and management of equipment, maintenance, training, standardization, Military Construction (MILCON)

story By lt. Jeremy GreNNaN, FisC siGoNella-rota

The Rota Golf Club will receive a state-of-the-art irrigation system expected to save millions of gallons of water over the next decade.

and sustainment, repair and modern i za t i on advocacy,” said FISC Commanding Officer Capt. Dana Weiner.

In an Oct. 4 cake c u t t i n g c e r e m o n y, Regional Supply Officer Cmdr. Ivan Stamegna encouraged the Aviation Boatswain Mates Fuels and civilian personnel.

“Keep doing what you were doing,” he said. “This [merger] continues the process that has already started — key interaction between FISC and fuels.”

ABF3 Mario Devres, Lt. Cmdr. (sel) Jose Vargas, and Sr. Antonio Bravo cut the cake as FISC Sigonella-Rota Site Director Cmdr. Ivan Stamegna, Trevor Sterling, ABFC David Freeman and Lt . Cmdr. John Tipton observe the festivities.

The cell phone charger that remains in the wall while not in use is the bane of energy wastefulness - unplug it!

The fan vs. a costly air conditioning unit has been implemented in offices around the globe, as companies constantly search for ways to tighten financial belts.

During the extremes of the summer and winter seasons, closing your blinds (or opening them) has been known to significantly raise or lower room temperatures.

Being mindful of floor vents is always a plus. Decreased air circulation due to a blocked vent is yet another way of throwing precious dollars down the drain.

You wouldn’t believe the amount of energy saved by turning off computer monitors when not in use, as this time tested method saves thousands over long periods.

Why not burn calories instead of gasoline? Riding that old bicycle to work helps not only the environment.

8 October 28, 2010 C LRELIGION

One of the reasons I became a chaplain was to help do my part in serving my country. I wanted to be with those in uniform who were prepared to defend our

way of life. Being a young parish pastor was an important job but, like many of you, I wanted to be-long to something bigger, to do something important. So when I was asked to serve as a chap-lain on active duty, I accepted the call to serve in the Navy.

Early in my ministry I read a book given to me called, They

Shall Not March Alone, which talks about Lutheran chaplains serving in the armed forces from World War II through Vietnam. These stories motivated me and gave me the desire to be a chaplain, to serve service members like you and to let you know that you do not serve alone. I am not a warrior but I am a chaplain to the warriors who seek being faithful while serving in

Evening Adult Bible Study This adult Bible Study led by Mike Cannon begins with a meal at 6:30 p.m. Thursday evenings with group study from 7 - 8 p.m.

PWOC Bible StudyThe PWOC meet Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. for Bible study, fellowship and food. All are welcome and childcare is free.

Book of Revelation Bible StudyWednesday p.m. at the chapel. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Men's Fellowship GroupMeet for prayer on Wednesday's, 8 - 9:30 p.m. at Seaview Pines.

From Guilt to Meaninglessness – Part 1

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AnnouncementsCall the Chapel at 727-2161 for more information on Chapel events.

the military. One of the recurring themes for the chaplains

of past generations was the quest by the service member to deal with guilt. For some, the guilt came from not living like a Christian, avoiding church after partying too hard or maybe a port visit that went a little crazy.

At other times the guilt is more intense, the kind of guilt that comes with bearing arms in conflict. Were my actions justified? Is killing in time of war different than murder? How can I live with myself after the things I have seen and done in battle?

Some of you who have been down range in the combat zone or flying over it have suffered from guilt as well. Guilt will always be with us as we are hu-man and living in a fallen world. What has changed, though, for many is the feeling of “guilt.” Many have been taught to ignore the conscience and the nagging feeling of guilt. There is no guilt if there is no per-ceived reason for it. Unless someone or something

calls you into account for your actions, the conscience senses no guilt. Religion and spirituality are those things in life that bind us together in our humanity and bind us to a higher authority. In the Christian sense, the higher authority is God’s will and His word from which we learn His will. In earlier generations, the Christian suffered from a guilty conscience. This mo-tivated the Christian to go to church to hear of God’s forgiveness and ease the conscience.

As your chaplain, I am here to help you recognize your guilt, but also more importantly to assure you of the forgiveness of sins in Christ.

That was then; and this is now. Things have changed. Today spirituality has more to do with a “fear of meaninglessness,” according to modern researchers. Next week, I will discuss this meaning-lessness and how it changed religion as we know it.

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

October 28, 2010 9C L NEWS

N a v a l S t a t i o n R o t a Fleet Mail Center wil l see a face lift after the groundbreaking ceremony for the Consolidated Mail Facility (CMF). Fleet and Industrial Supply Center (FISC) Sigonella–Rota and Nava l Fac i l i t ies Engineering Command Europe Africa Europe Africa Southwest Asia (NAVFAC EURAFSWA) Public Works Department R o t a j o i n e d t h e Commanding Off i cer to “throw some dirt” at the start of construction of Elecnor ’s €300,000 ($420,540) project during a groundbreaking ceremony. G&A Promotores designed the modifications to the existing Fleet Mail Center (FMC) and parking lot.

“ A n y t i m e w e c a n reduce our footpr int , consolidate and perform better operations, it’s a

‘One-Stop’ Mai l Faci l i ty Aims To Expedi te Posta l Serv icesstory lt. matt thompseN, NaVFaC det. rota aNd lt. Jeremy GreNNaN, FisC siGoNella - rota

photos By mC1 (sW) paul CaGe

NAVSTA Rota Commanding Officer Capt. Bill Mosk, Logistics Specialist Chief (SW/AW) Hector Rivera, Cmdr. Ivan Stamegna, Elecnor’s Mariano Concelo, and Cmdr. Gordie Meyer have their shovels ready during the ground breaking ceremony for the Consolidated Mail Facility Oct. 18.

win–win–win situation,” said Naval Station Rota Commanding Officer Capt. Bill Mosk. “The project will be good for the base, good for operations and good for the Sailors.”

Currently, Navy and Marine Corps personnel work at the Fleet Post Office and the Fleet Mail Center, two separate buildings, to send and receive mail. The consolidated facility is expected to eliminate redundancies, expedite the process and allow for more cross training by having both civilian and military personnel working in the same building. Once completed, the 2300-square-foot facility will serve as both NAVSTA Rota’s Fleet Post Office and Fleet Mail Center.

“The mail facility will create a 'one-stop shop' for serv ice members

a n d p a t r o n s f o r a l l of their postal needs,” said Logistics Specialist Chief (SW/AW) Hector Rivera. “This concept of operations will also serve as a future model for other Fleet Postal Operations.”

“This project is history in the making. Key personnel f rom FISC Sigonella Headquarters, NAVFAC, CNIC and Naval Station Rota have been designing and seeking funding in the last decade

to build this great addition on the base.” said FISCSI-Rota Site Director Cmdr. Ivan Stamegna.

“This project is a great example of NAVFAC and FISC working together to achieve efficiencies

which will provide better service to NAVSTA Rota,” said NAVSTA Rota Public Works Off icer Cmdr. Gordie Meyer.

Completion of the mail facility is scheduled for summer 2011.


More than 20 volunteers from the Rota community as-sisted the Naval Station Rota, Spain, First Class Petty Officer Association as they spent their Saturday helping the Cyd Santa Maria Horse Rescue in Malaga, Spain.

The Rescue Center, staffed and run entirely by volunteers, provides food and shelter for injured and abandoned horses.

“We are always stretched to the limit,” said Concordia Marquez, the center’s owner. “I am so thankful for the hard work the Americans do for us. We just couldn’t maintain the center without their help.”

“Concordia told us how last year the stables and almost her entire farm was under water and how they needed a new irrigation system,” said Jorge Pavon, FCPOA vice-president. “It was only a few hours of hard work for me. And she told us that if we wouldn't have gone to help her out, she never would have gotten the irrigation system up.”

But the first-class association is not going to stop there. They have decided to adopt the center and or-ganize more community-relations events there in the future. Pavon said this work shows our Spanish hosts their American guests are willing to work as apprecia-tive ambassadors who are willing to lend a hand when needed.

“I feel a great since of pride that the FCPOA has voted to adopt this facility,” said Pavon. “I say ‘adopt’ because it is more then just a [community-relations event] to us. “The Cyd is a facility that provides a great service.”

Pavon said he cannot wait until the next trip down to Malaga to start their next project.

What is the next project for the Rescue Center? “You are just going to have to come down with us

to find out,” said Pavon. “And don't forget a pair of working gloves.”

F i r s t C l a s s P e t t y O f f i c e r s A d o p t A n i m a l S h e l t e r

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Tarragona

(Above) The COMREL group poses for a photo with the owners of the Cyd Santa Maria Horse Rescue after a hard day of work.

(Right) YN1 Derek Fleming, ABH1(AW) Akiel Mayers, AD2 Ranier Estigoy, YN1(SW/AW) Earl McFarland transport cement to build an aquaduct for the facility.

(Below) HA Samuel Kimmel feeds Galiente, one of the horses at the center.

(Below Middle) Volunteers mix cement needed for an aguaduct.

(Below Right) Volunteers pour gravel as they build a drainage system for the center.

October 28, 2010 11C L VISTA

Tarragona

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The Roman poet Virgil wrote those words after a visit to this city nearly 2,000 years ago. I went there not to rest, but to see Roman ruins. But I found much more, which is always a good thing. First, I went to an information kiosk near the amphitheater, got a map and some pamphlets and walked back to Plaza de la Font for dinner. As I walked around the city, which is about 100 ki-lometers south of Barcelona, I wasn’t seeing much in the way of ancient ruins. I saw part of the ancient circus (think: Ben-Hur), city walls and a column by where I parked my car; that was until I got to the plaza and went to an ATM. Through the bank windows I saw huge Roman vaults from the circus. The res-taurant I ate at again had arches, the bar next to it more. The plaza is actually the ancient racetrack of the circus. See, the ancient city wasn’t destroyed. The citizens just used what was around them (columns, stones or bricks) to cre-ate the modern city. Walking down the narrow streets, marble and stone slabs from tombs or ancient public buildings are clearly visible in walls. Venture into the many bars, restaurants and stores around the old city center and you will see walls and vaults built buy the Ro-mans. To visit many of the museums across the city, get a 10 euro pass. It’s worth it. To get a great view of the Circ Romans, or the amphitheater, head to the Pretori, a stone tower that over looks the city. At the base of the tower, is the Museo Ar-queologic. They have a great selection of marble busts of the Caesars, who held sway over the lives of 60 million people in the Roman Empire. Also visit the Maqueta Tarragona Ro-mana, to see a detailed scale model of the city. Pretty cool. I ended my visit with a stop at El Pont del Diable, the "Devil's Bridge,” which is actually one of two aqueducts that brought water to the city four kilometers outside the city center. It’s currently go-ing through rehabilitation, but you can still stand on the spot where the hill and duct meet and look into the top where water flowed. Or you can go down to val-ley floor and look at the arches spanning the valley, truly a beautiful engineering feat. So, I must agree with Virgil: Tarragona is a nice place to relax. The people are friendly and it has a certain charm that is all its own.

"THE MOST PLEASANT SPOT FOR RESTING"By mC1 (sW) paul CaGe

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"THE MOST PLEASANT SPOT FOR RESTING" -Virgil

14 October 28, 2010 C LVISTA/LEISURE

Music

Rock Concert by OMNI and ONZATonight, Sala Milwaukee, 10:30 p.m., 5 euros.Oct. 30,10:30 p.m., Sala Milwakee, Avenida Ba-jamar, 10, El Puertro de Santa Maria, 5 euros.

Pastora Soler in ConcertNov. 3, Gran Teatro Falla, Cadizwww.guiadecadiz.com

Cadiz – VIII Spanish Music FestivalNov. 18 to Nov. 29www.guiadecadiz.com

Dance

Arts

Taxi Fares

Flamenco Show by Simon El Rubio Oct. 28, 10:30 p.m., Sala Milwakee, Avenida Bajamar, 10, El Puerto de Santa Maria, 5 euros

Flamenco group El Rincón de LoloOct. 30, 9 p.m., the April Lounge of Hotel Playa.

Omni and Onza play at Sala Milwaukee, Avenida Bajamar, 10, El Puertro de Santa Maria. Admission is just 5 euros.

playlistFor more information on these and other cultural events, call COMREL at 727-2813.

Events Calendar

Drink

Gonzalez Byass Bodega Everyday at noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m.

Sandeman Bodega Mon., Wed., and Fri. at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m.

Harvey’s Bodega Weekdays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the hour, Sat. noon.

El Puerto de Santa MariaOsborne BodegaWeekdays at 10:30 a.m.

Until Nov. 1, Palacio Provincial, Plaza de Es-paña “Follow Me”, Photos by Wang Qing Song

Until Oct. 30, Artifice Art Gallery, 2, Padilla Street “Homenaje a S.W. Hayter”, Painting and Sculpture display by Julio Malvido Until Oct. 30, “Madrid Hoy, Nuevas Miradas” Painting display by artists from Madrid, Sala Caja Inmcaulada, Plaza Isaac Peral , 6.

Until 1 Nov., Collective Painting exhibit, The Secrets of the wine of Jerez; at theCasino Bahía de Cádiz. Open from 7 p.m. daily.

Until 31 Dec., Exhibit of archaeology and his-tory of El Puerto in Sala Mueseo El Hospitalito.

Other Activities

Castillo de Luna, RotaVisits every weekend at 1 and 5 p.m., Free

Hippie Market Sanlucar, Santa Ana streetEvery Sunday, 11 a.m - 7 p.m.

Feria de la Tapa (“Tapa Fair) Downtown Trebujena, Until Oct. 31.

Flea Market Jerez Alameda Vieja (By the Castle), Every Sunday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

“Tosantos Market” RotaUntil Nov. 1. Plaza de las Canteras, (fruit, drink and craft market)

Cadiz La Mar de Bueno, Gastronomic Route Until Dec. 5, Cadiz, Bars and restaurants of downtown Cadiz.

Naval Base - Rota (downtown)Mon.-Fri 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. – 4.30 euros, week-end/holidays 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. – 5.10 euros.

Base Housing - Rota (downtown)Palmeras: 7 and 8.10 euros, Las Flores: 9 and 10.50 euros

Base - El Puerto train station Daytime 20 euros, evenings 24 euros.

Base-Jerez airportDaytime 47 euros, evenings 57 euros.

Base - Sevilla airportDaytime 143 euros; evenings 171 euros. If you request taxi service by phone call add 0.50 euro cents. For more info call the taxi office at 956-82-2929 or 956-84-0085.

October 28, 2010 15C L VISTA/CULTURE

story By maNuel alBa, Comrel adVisor

photos By la reGioN NeWspaper

All Saints’, Souls’ Mix Religious Heritage and Culture of Cadiz

T he Roman Catho l ic Church celebrates the All Saints’ Day on Nov. 1 and All Souls’ Day on Nov. 2.

Both celebrations tell us about life beyond death. During All Saints’ Day, we remember and honor all the saints declared as such by the church. On the Day of the Dead, which also occurs on Nov. 2, the church invites us to pray for their departed souls. It is an act of solidarity and Christian charity.

All Saints’ Day is celebrated all over Spain with s o m e s p e c i a l f e a t u r e s . O n Nov. 1 as well as days leading up to that date, relatives of the deceased make f requent v is i ts to cemeteries to clean the graves of relatives and decorate them with all kind of flowers, especially chrysanthemums. This is a very i m p o r t a n t date for family m e m b e r s a n d its sole purpose is to remember and honor our relatives who are no longer with us.

The origin of All Saints’ Day dates back to an order given by Pope Gregorio III that transferred the celebration from May to Nov. 1. Later, Pope G r e g o r i o I V extended it to the whole church.

T h r o u g h o u t Cadiz, especially in the provincial c a p i t a l , t h i s ce leb ra t i on i s very popular and it is also known as the “Fiesta de Tosantos”. During this celebration, gastronomy takes an important role. Walking through the streets of Cadiz is a “challenge” for the stomach. It’s worth stopping in front of the innumerable pastry and see the different types of cakes prepared for this occasion. The eve of this important day is celebrated with the presentation of fruits and other products of the season, such as almonds, hazelnuts and walnuts.

Also noteworthy is the traditional Market Feast, which is embellished

with all types of products. There is also a contest to choose the best decorated business. It is also the time of the hunting meat (deer, rabbit, wild boar) as well as lamb goat and roosters.

As I mentioned before, All Saints’ Day is a celebration deeply rooted in Cadiz. Each city and town in the province marks the date with all kinds

of cultural activities such as concerts, parades and theatrical performances. Rota, El Puerto de Santa Maria, Jerez and Sanlucar, are some of the cities where you can enjoy and experience the reality of this event which mixes religion and the culture of this region.

If you visit Cadiz or other cities in the province during the days leading up to All Saints’ Day, you will enjoy a lively atmosphere shared with the gracefulness of its people.

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ZACATÍN: A Great Dress ShopZacatín is a great dress shop located in downtown Puerto, just around the corner from where the “Vaporcito” docks. They have top label designers at discounted prices all the

time and are the one shop where you can find a big selec-tion of clothes in a large selection of sizes from European 38 to 50. Right now they have lots of eveningwear, coats and jackets for the fall, winter, rain and the cold. You can find both dressy and casual suits as well as many great

accessories. They specialize in flamenco dresses, although right now you won’t see much of that. If you are in the market for some new additions to your wardrobe, or if you just like to shop, it is worth your while to stop by and get acquainted; I am sure you will like what you see and will return when looking for something new! Foster’s Hollywood in Vistahermosa is already celebrating Halloween. They have terror-ific decorations and on Halloween all the waiters will be in costume and have surprises for the kids. Remember, you can enjoy great american food at Foster’s.

Molly Malone will be celebrat-ing Halloween Friday, Saturday and Sunday with “Fright Spe-cials” and on Sunday starting at 1:30 p.m. there will be special entertainment for kids on their patio. There will also be treats for the kids. Coming up on Nov. 5, Molly will be hosting their most popu-lar theme night: Japanese. Plan ahead and reserve since they usually fill up. Once again, this year Navy Lodge will have treats for kids that come in costume. OLE, the original little bar in Fuentebravía, has started of-

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By kareN luCas, CoastliNe puBlisher

fering weekly specials. This week it is chicken wings Jamaican style with Cruz Campo Grand Reserve for three euros. The special runs through Saturday. The next special will be White Momo Wine with potato and langostino salad. Come check it out. Hotel Puerto Sherry will be closing the first of the month for big renovations. They will remain closed until sometime in March. However, Las Vistas Bar, with its great view of the harbour, will remain open. Here you can enjoy drinks, snacks and of course, the view. 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 sup-porting the advertisers.


FFSC Course Explains P a t h T o w a r d s C o l l e g e D e g r e e

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Rota Fleet and Family Support Center Family Work and Family Life Specialist Lisa Casillas came up with “Step-by-Step to College Admissions” to help nontraditional college students, who are typically over 25. Her goal is to make the admissions and financial aid process less frustrating and intimidating.

Much like getting married, purchasing your first home and having children, earning an academic degree is an important milestone.

But for the spouses of service members, earning a college degree and finding subsequent employment can be difficult due to the itinerant nature of military life. To help this dilemma, Lisa Casillas, a Work and Family Life specialist at Rota’s Fleet and Family Support Center, had the idea to create the “Step-by-Step to College Admissions” course.

Although this course on navigating the how-to’s on college admissions is open to all, it places particular focus on military spouses. Indeed, mass media and popular culture still perpetuate the image of the “typical” college student being 17 or 18 and transitioning directly from high school onto pristine, ivy-enveloped campuses. However, 2003 U.S. census data indicate that 37 percent of all college students (or 6.1 million) are age 25 or older, with military veterans and spouses representing a percentage of nontraditional students.

“I’m living proof of it,” says Casillas, who earned her undergraduate degree in social science from the University of Maryland, University College, while accompanying her Air Force husband on his various tours.

While active-duty service members enjoy relative continuity in their careers, Casillas says, their spouse’s resume is often marked by “sporadic” employment. Adding to this frustration, is the challenge of limited employment opportunities available to spouses while

they’re attached to many installations. However, earning a degree, she says, can help fill in these employment gaps.

“It shows that you have been working towards something productive even if you haven’t been in the workplace,” Casillas says.

While there’s no doubt of the financial rewards attached to having attained a degree, the rising cost of higher education is a very real concern for many budget-minded families.

In addition to the price tag, the dizzying maze of financial-aid forms can be intimidating. Still, with this in mind, the FFSC course helps future students understand the financial process.

“You don’t have to show up with cash in hand,” says Casillas. “They have options to be able to finance it.”

In fact, the one-hour class goes into detail on grants and scholarships as well as the new Post-9-/11 G.I. Bill, which service members can transfer to their children and spouses. Casillas even says that some colleges and universities offer special tuition rates for military

personnel as well as their families. All in all, Casillas says, earning an academic degree

is a huge undertaking but certainly not impossible. “And when you put forth the effort to get the education,”

she says. “You’ll always have it to fall back on.” The next class is Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. at the FFSC. Call

727-3232 to register.

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Military Spouses 101Oct. 29, 10 - 11 a.m. "You're going where?" (TAD) "You have to fill out what?" (a chit) Do these questions or some like them sound familiar? Learning the military is like learning a whole new language. Come join us and learn more about this thing called "the military".

Resume Review Nov. 1, 2 - 4 p.m. Do you have a current job announce-ment and need your resume reviewed? Drop off or email your resume with the job announcement at least 24 hours prior to the review appointment. Individual half-hour sessions are available, so sign up now and review your resume with one of our specialists.

Spanish Class: Spanish PronounciationNov. 8 and 9, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Has Spanish pronunciation got you stumped? Come join us for a class on Spanish Pronunciation.

Sponsor TrainingNov. 9, 9 - 11 a.m. If you been assigned as a sponsor, take a couple hours out of your work day to receive the latest information to pass. The SMEs from Housing, PSD, Personal Property, WIC, and the School Liaison Officer will let you know ev-erything you need to know to ensure incoming personnel

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

have a smooth and hassle free transfer. Spouses are also encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is required.

Developing a Spending PlanNov. 9, 2 - 3 p.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.

Budgeting For the HolidaysNov. 10, 10 - 11 a.m. Learn how to register for college level courses or adult education & training programs. Learn to how to get free money for college.

Field Trip: Walking Trip of Arcos Nov. 12, 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m. Put on your walking shoes and join us on a tour to the old town of Arcos de la Fron-tera, one of Andalucia's most dramatically positioned white villages atop a rocky limestone ridge. Walking downtown and exploring the main monuments, shopping district, fresh produce market and more.

Federal Resume Format (Lecture)Nov. 16, 2 - 3 p.m. Target your federal resume to high-light your qualifications to HRO and to hiring managers. Learn about keywords, the certificate of eligibility, and the special requirements of a federal resume.

Marine Corps Birthday SaleCelebrate the Marine Corps birthday at the Thrift Shop Nov. 8, 10, and 12. All Marine Corps active duty and retired members receive their items for $1 a bag plus their first bag of items free. All other branches of service will receive their bagged items for $3 a bag. Bag sale excludes electronics, costumes, and baby clothing.

NMCRS Office ClosureNavy-Marine Corps Relief Society will be closed Nov. 11 in observation of Vet-eran’s Day. We will be open normal office hours Nov 12.

Child Birth Preparation ClassNov. 18, 3 - 4:30 p.m. at the USNHRS OB Clinic. Class is offered once a month. No need to sign up, just walk-in. Next class to be announced.

NMCRS Baby Basics and Breastfeeding ClassDec. 15, 5 - 8:30 p.m. at the Health Promotion Kitchen. Contact NMCRS at 727-1614 to sign-up, seating is limited.

Thrift Shop HoursThe NMCRS Thrift Shop is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and the third Satur-day of every month, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Priority shopping for all active duty members and their families’ takes place from 11 - 11:30 a.m. If you have any questions, please contact the NMCRS Office at 727-1614.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings AA meetings are scheduled every Wednesday, 7 p.m. at bldg, 575. Call 649-13-4248 for more information.

Budget For Baby ClassThis class helps expectant parents plan for their new baby by providing resources to become more aware of the costs related to the birth of a child and how to make better financial choices. Participants receive a Junior Sea Bag containing Gerber products and other free items. Sign up at the NMCRS office in bldg. 3293 or call 727-1614 for more information.

Relay For Life Leadership Positions Available If you would like to stand and fight back against cancer and want to help at a lo-cal level, we’re looking to fill leadership and planning positions for the upcoming American Cancer Society Relay For Life in Rota. If interested contact Molly Croft at [email protected] or Heidi Taylor at [email protected].

Calling All Amateur Radio OperatorsIf you are a FCC licensed FCC Amateur Radio Operator, interested in becoming an Amateur Radio Operator, contact Blane Wilson at 727-4087.

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Editor 's Note : Submit community news announcements no later than the Fr iday be fore the desired publication date to coast l [email protected]. Submissions are limited to 65 words or less and may be edited due to space constraints. Contact the Coastline at 727-3786 for more information.

UMUC Fall Session Registration Registration deadline for UMUC’s second fall session face-to-face classes is Oct. 30. Don’t wait for the last minute and take advantage of this opportunity to get your education. Call 727-2917 for more information.

UMUC Testing AvailableCLEP, DSST. Excelsior and Pearson Vue testing is now available at UMUC. For more information call 727-2917.

ERAU Online ClassesDon't have the time or flexibility to attend face to face classes to obtain a cer-tificate or degree? Classes start the 15th of every month (except December) and run for 12 weeks. To request a list of available classes, please contact our office at 727-2984 and/or via email [email protected].

Masters Degree in Human RelationsEarn your Masters in Human Relations through the University of Oklahoma in as little as 16-24 months. Call Trevor Sloan at 727-2799 or [email protected].

STAPActive duty spouses who want to go to school and don’t know where to get the money can come into the NMCRS to apply for an interest free loan. This is an overseas only program, so take advantage while you are here. Call 727-1614 to make an appointment today.

DGF SchoolsVolunteers Needed For College and Career FairDGF is looking for volunteers to represent your alma mater at our annual Col-lege and Career Fair scheduled for 2 – 4 p.m. Nov. 17. Contact [email protected] or 727-4181 for more information.

Free and Reduced Student MealsDGF School Year 2010/11 student meal applications are now being accept-ed. For more information contact the DGF Military Liaison Officer at 727-4444/4185 or visit www.fns.usda.gov.

NEX A-OK Student Reward Program Students with a B-grade point average or better may enter a drawing for U.S. Sav-ings 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 cou-pons for NEX products and services.

Command F inanc ia l S p e c i a l i s t Tr a i n i n g

Nov. 1 - 5 , 2 - 4 p.m. This exciting, interactive 5- day class will help military members become more aware of their personal f inancial situation. Come get all of the information you will need to be a financial resource at your command.

The c lass w i l l cover the need for the PFM program,

debt management, savings and investing, retirement planning, insurance, as well as learning how to be an effective financial counselor.

The Navy needs highly motivated and influential senior military personnel to help service members become more financially aware. This CFS Class will also be a refresher class for any CFS who has previously received training but needs the latest materials and to dust off those financial skills. You must be an E-6 or above to attend this training. E-5’s are eligible to attend only if they have a waiver from CNIC prior to start of class. Only room for 12 participants so contact us early to pre-register.

October 28, 2010 21C L LEISURE

story By JaN hammoNd, CoastliNe

photo By Capt. JohN NeWtoN, 725th ams

When the 725th Air Force Tactics Officer, Capt. Austin Horn, a C-5 pilot from the 22nd Airlift Squadron at Travis Air Force Base, received his orders for a tempo-rary duty assignment with the 725th Air Maintenance Squadron at Naval Station Rota Spain, he made a vow. He promised to immerse himself in the culture, learn the language and get out and make the most of his four-month rotation. In the early morning hours of Oct. 17, Horn put his athletic ability to the test and accom-plished a feat he will always remember. He paddled boarded seven miles across the Bay of Cádiz from Rota, landing on La Caleta Beach, just past the Castillo de San Sebastián.

“I did a lot of research on the Bay of Cádiz and thought it was kind of cool how Christopher Columbus sailed through there twice,” said Horn, who was moti-vated because October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and, following the lead of many NFL athletes, wanted to do something in recognition of the cause. “I originally wanted to do it on Columbus Day but got weathered because of the waves and bad conditions.”

In true pilot fashion, Horn had his “float plan” and did his research before setting sail. He waited until the winds and the

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water conditions lined up. When the right day came, Horn put his board in where the jetty shoots out by the Hotel El Duque about a half an hour before sunrise and begin his journey.

Horn said this type of journey is not to be taken lightly due to the potential hazards involved. He would not recom-mend anyone trying this type of adventure without having the proper level of physical endurance and fitness and, most impor-tantly, a safety plan.

“I didn’t want to create a safety incident and took the proper safety precautions,” said Horn. “I briefed everybody in my office, told them my starting point, my destination, my route and had imagery of where I was going. I told them what time I expected to be in each place and called them when I was about half way through.”

He also carried a camel pack with extra water, energy packets, Gatoraide and crackers. A waterproof compartment held his cell phones so he could call to check in and receive assistance just in case of an emergency. Horn also befriended many fisherman during his training and even told them what he would be doing, exchanging cell phone numbers with them just to be extra safe.

“I picked their brains about the tides

and currents and what to expect out on that water,” said Horn. “Those are the guys who go out and fish every day.”

Standing on his board with just an oar, it took Horn about two hours to complete his journey. He had made practice runs during his training by paddling from base to Puerto Sherry or to Rota and back. He estimated the trip would take several hours.

Maj. Eric Kesler, a deployed tactician in the 725th AMS Tactics/Intel, believed in Horn because of his training and skill on the paddle board. Kesler also trained with Horn to help him meet his goal.

“I enjoyed training and working out with Austin,” said Kesler. “Seven miles on a paddle board is no easy task and requires upper body and leg strength. Just standing on the board requires core muscle strength to balance and stand.”

Kesler said he tried to work out in some manner every day with Horn, swimming the “pads”, or floating docks, along Rota’s beaches. They would swim all three pads and then do push-ups and flutter-kicks on the beach after they got out of the water.

“The gym training included lifting with a focus on upper body and core muscles, and we also surfed,” said Kesler, who admitted it was more Horn surfing and himself flailing. “He would stand on the board in and out of the surf for at least two hours each time we went out.”

Horn stood on his board and paddled as the swells went up and down, until he came around the Castillo de San Sebas-tián and made his final approach onto La Caleta beach, just as the city of Cadiz was just waking up, with only a couple of older locals sitting around.

Capt. Austin Horn, the 725th Air Force Tactics Officer, paddled boarded seven miles across the Bay of Cadiz on Oct. 17. He began in Rota and landed on La Caleta Beach in Cadiz.

Capt. Austin Horn, the 725th Air Force Tactics Officer, poses with a group of locals he met after he paddled boarded seven miles across the Bay of Cadiz on Oct. 17. He began in Rota and landed on La Caleta Beach in Cadiz.

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photos By mWr

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A recreation assistant at Naval Sta-tion Rota’s MWR Fitness Center re-ceived an award for her excellence in customer service in Minneapolis, Minn, Oct. 24.

Jennifer Ruiz received the Front Line Award and was commended for her positive attitude, commit-ment, knowledge and “exceptional” ability to work well with others while multitasking, said MWR Athletic Director Laurie Allard.

“She is always willing to help on her time off to ensure that the customers are served and the staff is supported,” Allard said. “This creates a team atmosphere with improved morale and helps retain loyal and knowledgeable employees. This is a bonus in the overseas environment. Jennifer is professional, always cheerful and MWR Rota appreciates her dedi-cated service.”

In her year and a half on the job, Ruiz has organized many programs for Rota’s MWR Fitness Center, such health presentations, fitness classes and pet walks.

Fitness Center Employee Receives Honors


The Boston Comedy Festival comedians’ last stop on their tour was Naval Station Rota, Spain. As they say in showbiz, “Save the best for last!” Jim McCue attested to that: “This is our best stop on the tour.”

Actress and comedian Kelly Mac-Farland, who has appeared on Comedy Central as well as comedy clubs across the U.S., put on a show of unadulterated comedy. In her set, she consulted with the audience on issues such as of being fit while not having a life and dealing with toddlers’ sticky hands. She also provided a depiction on how the term “mommy has all day” is stated now with a smile and in the past through gritted teeth.

Comic Jim McCue examined jobs in the military and the flow of AFN commer-cials. McCue, who founded The Boston Comedy Festival, invited the audience to tell him what job they do in the military. Being veterans of comedy shows, most of the audience in attendance was not

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B o s t o n C o m e d yforthcoming in telling their profession due to Sinbad’s dissection of military jobs back in June. One naive audience member volunteered that he worked at the school. McCue contested that if you don’t have kids, you should not be around the school.

Closing out the show, Joey Carroll, who has performed for military audiences around the world, paralleled a minivan and having octuplets. He addressed having a camcorder ready while dressing up as the grim reaper and scaring your grandmother. He said, “You may only have on chance to do this.” He went down memory lane by recounting how he used to throw snow-balls at cars as a youth and run backwards while being chased by an elderly person.

The comedians left no topic untouched as they provided 90 minutes of sheer laughter. If you ask any of the 220 plus in attendance, it was a great show. If you didn’t come to Champions to see the show, we hope to see you at the next event.

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(Top) A packed house watch as the Boston Comedy Festival takes the stage at Champions.

(Above) The audience watches as comedians of the Boston Comedy Festival perform.

(Right) Joey Carroll performs during the show.

(Left) Kelly MacFarland tells a joke during the Boston Comedy Festival.

(Below) Jim McCue performs during the show.

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