The Compass: Your weekly guide to off-base events and activities
United States Air Force sent this bulletin at 08/01/2013 06:32 AM CDTThe Compass
The Compass is a weekly digital publication detailing events occurring in the Italian community, as well as base-sponsored trips to various destinations throughout Europe.
Local advisory, Aug. 6-9
The Blessed Peacemakers, will conduct several demonstrations Aug. 6-9 in the local area. The first demonstration on Aug. 6 will take place in the Pordenone square at 8:30 p.m. On Aug. 7 and 8, demonstrators will cycle through northeast and southeast Pordenone. On Aug. 9, demonstrators will cycle to Aviano from Vallenoncello and hold a ceremony outside the gates. Although these protests are historically peaceful, Team Aviano members are encouraged to avoid these areas based upon the potential number of participants.
General advisory
Team Aviano members are reminded to remain vigilant while traveling in the local area. While travelling off base, personnel should limit uniform wear as required by 31st Fighter Wing policy and avoid locations where uniform wear is inappropriate. Be mindful of any suspicious activity and report all information to security forces at 632-7200 or 632-3937 (EYES).
Festival Brocante in Frisasco, Aug. 2
A circus festival begins at 9:30 p.m. at Via Valdestali, 4 Frisanco. The event features aerialists and acrobatics performing different routines. There will be live music beginning at 11:30 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/BrocanteFestival.
Giais on the Rock in Giais di Aviano, Aug. 2-3
A rock music event begins at 7 p.m. on the soccer fields in Giais. The free event features rock bands from the local area. A variety of food and beverage stands will be available. For more information, visit http://www.giais.it/festa_rock.htm.
Wild berry festival in Forni Avoltri, Aug. 2-4
A wild berry festival begins at 10 a.m. in the Forni Avoltri square. The event features food and beverages, live music, local crafts and wild berry stands. Participants can also pick a variety of wild berries. For more information, visit http://www.eventiesagre.it/Eventi_Feste/9647_Festa+dei+Frutti+di+Bosco.html.
Lory Days in Claut, Aug. 2-4
An all-day festival takes place behind the Claut town gym. The event features a soccer tournament Aug. 2 at 6 p.m. and a bike ride Aug. 4 beginning at 9:30 a.m. For more information, visit http://www.turismofvg.it/evento/108346.
Landre tunnels in Cimolais, Aug. 4
A six-hour tunnel exploration takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cimolais infopoint. The event costs 15 euro. Participants must register by Aug. 2. For more information, visit http://www.turismofvg.it/Evento/105599/Esplorazione-sotterranea-I-cunicoli-del-Landre-Scur.
Antique market, fair in Barcis, Aug. 4
An all-day fair takes place in the streets of Barcis. The event features food, beverages, crafts, antiques and games. A firework show will take place in the evening. For more information, visit http://www.turismofvg.it/evento/103725.
Alpini relay in Piancavallo, Aug. 4
A 24-kilometer non-competitive relay runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Collalto in front of the Alpini monument. The event costs 25 euro per three-person team. Participants must be at least 18 years old and register by Aug. 1. T-shirts and lunch are provided at 12:30 p.m. For more information, call 632-5710.
Color Run in Milano Marittima, Aug. 13
A Color Run takes place from 5 to 9:30 p.m. near Pisa. The event costs 19 euro for individuals, 8 euro for children 9-13 and is free for children 8 and under. To register, visit http://regonline.activeeurope.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1259299.
Folklore festival in Aviano, Aug. 15
A folklore festival takes place from 10 a.m. to midnight in the Aviano square. The event features a variety of dance groups performing at 11:30 a.m., noon and 9 p.m. A fireworks display will close out the ceremony at midnight. For more information, contact edward.andrews.2@us.af.mil.
Sagra ell’Assunta in Porcia, Aug. 16
An all-day festival takes place at the sports center in Via Acacie. The event features food and beverage booths and a bike ride beginning at 9 a.m. Free pasta will be provided to participants. For more information, visit http://www.sangiorgio-porcia.it/parrocchia/sagra/.
Street market in Sistiana, every Friday until Aug. 30
A street market overlooking the Sistiana bay takes place every Friday from 6 p.m. until dusk in Caravella Park. For more information, visit http://www.turismofvg.it/evento/105957
Archeological museum in Torre
An archeological museum located near Torre Castle features artifacts from the Paleolithic, Neolithic and Bronze ages. The museum is open Fridays and Saturdays from 3 to 6 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to noon and 3 to 6 p.m. Tickets cost 3 euro. For more information, visit http://www.comune.pordenone.it/it/comune/in-comune/strutture/museoarcheologico.
Adventure park in Piancavallo
Located in the forest of Piancavallo, the Rampy Park rope course offers people the opportunity to spend the day outdoors in a safe and stimulating environment. For reservations and more information, visit http://www.rampypark.it/index.php/en/price-list-summer-2012.
Butterflies in Bordano
A live butterfly exhibit is open year round at Casa delle Farfalle. The exhibit features habitats from the Amazon, Asia and Africa, a butterfly greenhouse and a native butterfly outdoor garden. An educational center and workshops are also open to visitors. For more information, visit http://www.girofvg.com/40903/notte-delle-farfalle-a-bordano.html.
Green caves, museum in Clauzetto
The Pradis Caves and Museum are open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in
Pradis di Sotto. The cave features the statue "Madonnina delle Grotte" and a
waterfall. For more information, visit
http://www.pordenonewithlove.it/en/luoghi-cultura/o/327/Grotte-di-Pradis?id_cat=17.
Guided dam tour in Erto e Casso
Forty-minute guided tours of Vajont Dam are held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to show how a catastrophic landslide from the dam destroyed five towns in 1963. The tour costs 5 euro. For more information, visit http://www.parks.it/parco.dolomiti.friulane/cen_dettaglio.php?id=426.
Discovering Palmanova
The town of Palmanova features a military fortress built by the Serenissima Republic of Venice. A two-hour guided English and Italian tour of the city takes place every Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at Borgo Udine 4. The tour costs 2 euro. For more information, visit http://www.comune.palmanova.ud.it/Notizia.18480.0.html?&no_cache=1&tx_ttnews[backPid]=18477&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=19696&cHash=73b0d82c05 or http://www.palmanova.it/.
Discovering Grado bike tour
An all-day 33-kilometer bicycle ride takes place through city of Grado and the Natural Reserves of the Cavanta Valley and Isonzo River. The tour costs 7 euro. A valid ID is required for bike rental. For more information, email info@gradoturismo.org.
Select gas stations open on Sundays, holidays
Check here each week to find out which local gas station(s) offer full services during Sundays and holidays and use NATO gas coupons. While these gas stations are scheduled to be open, this schedule is subject to change without notice. When closed, members may still purchase gas with euro using the kiosks located near the pumps, or use the gas coupons at Agip’s gas stations located along the autostrada.
Gas Stations:
Agip Via Pordenone 97 - Open Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
On AP Highway heading toward Aviano, the station is the first Agip on the left side after passing Area F.
Agip Via Pordenone 4 - Open Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
On AP Highway heading toward Aviano, the station is the second Agip on the left side after passing Area F.
Agip Via Pordenone 95 - Open Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
On AP Highway heading toward Aviano, the station is the first Agip on the right side after passing Area F.
Neighborhood networking
The “Vicini Americani,” or American Neighbors, program is designed to connect Americans in their Italian communities. Under the program, Team Aviano volunteers - designated as Community Liaisons for their respective comunes - help to welcome newcomers, organize local gatherings and inform people about upcoming community events. For more information, or to get engaged within your town, visit
http://www.aviano.af.mil/library/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=20117.
Markets
Vendors sell fresh produce, flowers, clothing and goods from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following markets:
-The Azzano Decimo outdoor market takes place in the city square every Monday
-The Aviano outdoor market takes place in the city square every Tuesday
-The Pordenone outdoor market takes place in the city square
every Wednesday and Saturday
-The Sacile outdoor market takes place in Viale Zancanaro every Thursday
-The Cordenons outdoor market takes place in the city square every Friday
Antique Markets
Vendors sell clothing, furniture, art, household goods and more from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following antique markets:
Saturday:
-The Codroipo antique market takes place in Piazza Garibaldi with about 40 exhibitors
-The Montereale antique market takes place in Piazza Roma with about 30 exhibitors
-The Udine antique market takes place in Piazza I Maggio with about 70 exhibitors
Sunday:
-The Aviano antique market takes place in the city centre with about 200 exhibitors
-The San Vito al Tagliamento antique market takes place in Piazza del Popolo with about 70 exhibitors
Base-Sponsored Activities
All trips are offered by the Information, Tickets and Travel Office unless otherwise noted. Registration deadlines are used to make decisions about cancelling trips due to lack of participation. ITT will still accept sign-ups if the trip is not cancelled.
Parco Zoo, Aug. 10
A trip to Parco Zoo leaves the Area 1 community center at 7 a.m. and returns at 8 p.m. Tickets cost 49 euro for adults, 24.50 euro for children 3-10, and 10 euro for children 2 and younger. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Croatia by Boat, Aug. 10
A boat trip to Croatia leaves the Area 1 community center at 4:30 a.m. and returns at 11 p.m. Tickets cost 89 euro for adults, 45 euro for children 3-10, and 10 euro for children 2 and younger. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Lake Garda, Sirmione, Aug. 10
A trip to Lake Garda and Sirmione leaves the Area 1 community center at 6 a.m. and returns at 10 p.m. Tickets cost 49 euro for adults, 24.50 euro for children 3-10, and 10 euro for children 2 and younger. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Venzone Lavender Festival, Aug. 11
A trip to Venzone Lavender Festival leaves the Area 1 community center Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. and returns at 8 p.m. Tickets cost 29 euro for adults, 14.50 euro for children 3-10, and 10 euro for children 2 and younger. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Aqualandia, Aug. 11
A trip to Aqualandia Water Park leaves the Area 1 community center at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost 45 euro for adults, 23 euro for children 3-10, and are free for children 2 and younger. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Paris, Euro Disneyland, Aug. 15-18
A trip to Paris and Euro Disneyland leaves the Area 1 community center Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. and returns Aug. 18 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets cost 289 euro each for adults in double- occupancy rooms, 349 euro for single adults, 202 euro for children 3-10 and 87 euro for children 2 and younger. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Tallin, Helsinki, Sept. 5-9
A trip to Tallin and Helsinki leaves the Area 1 community center Sept. 5 at 7 a.m. and returns Sept. 9 at 3 a.m. Tickets cost 560 euro each for adults in double-occupancy rooms, 710 euro for single adults, 560 euro for children 3-11 and 275 euro for children 2 and younger. A passport is required for sign-up. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Malta, Oct. 31-Nov. 3
A trip to Malta leaves the Area 1 community center Oct. 31 at 1 p.m. and returns Nov. 3 at 6:15 p.m. Tickets cost 495 euro each for adults in double-occupancy rooms, 625 euro for single adults, 350 euro for children 3-11 and 100 euro for children 2 and younger. Deadline for registration is Sept. 9. A passport is required for sign-up. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
China, Dec. 28-Jan. 4
A trip to Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an leaves the Area 1 community center Dec. 28 at 6 a.m. and returns Jan. 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets cost 1,895 euro each for adults in double-occupancy rooms, 2,245 euro for single adults, 1,545 euro for children 3-11 and 425 euro for children 2 and younger. Deadline for registration is Sept. 27. A passport is required for sign-up. For more information, call ITT at 043-430-3107, or email ITT@aviano.af.mil.
Travel Spotlight
Members of Team Aviano are invited to write Travel Spotlights! Keep Team Aviano informed of the travel possibilities and activities available throughout Italy and Europe. If you would like to submit an article and photos, email 31fw.pa2@aviano.af.mil.
Aviano ITT makes traveling affordable
The Information, Tickets and Travel office here released its July trip schedule to help single Airmen and those with families explore Italy and Europe. http://www.31fss.com/monthly/ITT_August2013-web.jpg
Travel Tip: Medical care during travel
Traveling in Europe
Emergency Care: Immediately go to the nearest medical facility. Report emergency care to TRICARE Overseas Program within 24 hours at 00-44-208-762-8384.
Urgent Care (not life-threatening): Contact TRICARE Overseas Program before seeking care at
00-44-208-762-8384.
Traveling in U.S.
Emergency Care: Immediately go to the nearest medical facility. Report emergency care to TRICARE Overseas Program within 24 hours at 1-888-777-8343, option 1
Urgent Care (not life threatening): Contact TRICARE Overseas Program before seeking care at 1-888-777-8343, option 1.
For additional information, view the following links or speak with the TRICARE Office at the 31st MDG (DSN 632-5000, Option 4 TRICARE Service Center, Option 1 Referral Management).
http://www.tricare.mil/~/media/Files/TRICARE/Publications/FactSheets/TravelingwithPrime_FS.ashx
http://www.tricare.mil/~/media/Files/TRICARE/Publications/Misc/O_Passport.ashx
Displaying vignettes when traveling outside of Italy
Planning on driving outside of Italy? Many countries throughout Europe, including Slovenia, Switzerland and Austria, require drivers to display vignettes on vehicle windshields. To avoid fines, visit http://www.tolltickets.com/country/europe/europe.aspx?lang=en-GB before traveling to determine the requirements for driving in all countries in Europe.
Did you know? The Consular Information Program
The Consular Information Program through the U.S. Department of State consists of three main components that provide information to the American public about travel to foreign countries including country specific information, travel warnings and travel alerts. The department issues fact sheets on more than 200 countries. The sheets contain information on entry requirements, crime and security conditions, areas of instability, road safety and other details relevant to travel. To find information about Italy or a future travel destination visit the links below:
Country Specific Information:
http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_4965.html
Current Travel Warnings:
http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html
Current Travel Alerts:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1766.html
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Additional Aviano Links
Visit our travel page for your guide to Italy and beyond-travel destinations, tips and ideas to help plan your next day trip, weekend excursion or vacation.
http://www.aviano.af.mil/library/travel/index.asp
Aviano newcomers page
http://www.aviano.af.mil/library/newcomers/index.asp
Team Aviano Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/avianoairbase
31st Force Support Squadron events, ITT trips and more
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