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Vol. 48, No. 49 Serving the Military Community in Southeastern Connecticut since 1918 Thursday, May 20, 2010

Service members become American citizens


By MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair

GROTON, Conn. – Being


a citizen of the United States
of America is something that
many people who are born here
take for granted everyday, but
for those who hail from differ-

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ent countries around the world,

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becoming an American citizen
is a day they will cherish for-
ever.
The day before Armed Forces
day will be just that for 12
current and former members
of the United States military.
They became naturalized citi-
zens of the United States, May
14, during a ceremony at the
Submarine Force Library and
Museum with Historic Ship
Nautilus serving as the back
drop.
“It is indeed appropri-
ate that this special Military
Appreciation Naturalization
Ceremony take place here, in
front of the world’s first nuclear
powered vessel and the fore-
runner of our Nuclear Navy,”
said Captain Marc W. Denno,
Commanding Officer of Naval
Submarine Base New London
(SUBASE) as he welcomed the
distinguished guests and soon-
to-be American citizens. “The
man whose vision, determi-
Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair
nation, and leadership led to
the harnessing of the atom for GROTON, Conn. - Active duty, reserve, and veteran members of the Armed Forces take the Oath of Citizenship during a Naturalization ceremony at the Submarine

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submarine propulsion and the Force Library and Museum. Twelve personnel from eleven different countries became American citizens. The Naturalization ceremony, which was held in correlation

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construction of Nautilus, was with Armed Forces Day, was held at Historic Ship Nautilus.
himself a naturalized citizen.”
Denno spoke of Admiral zen during the ceremony has a his parents when he was three to enlist I decided that when I first such Connecticut based
Hyman G. Rickover, ‘The similar story. years old. was old enough I would make U.S. Citizen and Immigration
Father of the Nuclear Navy,’ Personnel Specialist Third “It feels great to finally be his dream a reality and have a Services (USCIS) ceremony to
Class Ronn Erick Arnecillo a citizen of the country I so member of our family proudly place at a military installation.
INSIDE
who immigrated from Makow,
Russia, to the United States Rios from the Navy Operational proudly serve,” said Rios. serve in America’s military.” He commended the new
when he was six years old. Support Center at SUBASE “It was my dad’s dream to U.S Congressman Joe citizens for having taken two
One of the service members immigrated to the United States come to America and join the Courtney (2nd-Conn) was oaths: the first to serve in the
who became a naturalized citi- from Cavite, Philippines, with military. When he was unable the keynote speaker for this
See Citizens on Page 3

Playing with fire Navy cracks down on falsified


base access documentation
By Navy New London Public Affairs SUBASE
GROTON, Conn. - Eight (8) defense contractors were
Summer Safety
recently cited for attempting to gain unlawful access to the Fair is coming
Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) following
a joint investigation by the Naval Criminal Investigative Page 3
Service (NCIS) and Defense Criminal Investigative Service
(DCIS). The year-long investigation focused on contractors
who completed falsified government base access documenta-
tion in an attempt to gain entry and perform work aboard
the base.
“Naval Submarine Base New London and what we do here
is significant to our Nation’s defense, and it’s important
that Sailors, civilians, and contractors making up our Navy
New London Team are of the utmost caliber and integrity,”
said Capt. Marc W. Denno, SUBASE Commanding Officer.
“Falsifying official documents will not be tolerated.” First softball
The civilian contractors employed by various Connecticut
and Massachusetts based companies failed to fully and tournament of
completely disclose their criminal history on Navy and season crowns
Department of Homeland Security applications. The undis-
closed arrests varied and included negligent homicide, nar- champs
cotics distribution, assault, robbery, theft and breaking and
Photo by SA Michael Henderson entering. Page 5
GROTON, Conn. - Taki Aiolupotea, provides entertainment in the form of Fire Dancing, in front of Naval Submarine These individuals were charged with entry by false pre-
Base New London’s (SUBASE) Dealey Center, May 13. Fleet Industrial Supply Center (FISC) held a celebration of May tenses to any real property, vessel, or aircraft of the U.S.
being Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, displaying Polynesian dancing, Aikido and Iaido demonstrations, sumo They appeared before the U.S. Federal Magistrates Court in
suit wrestling, and music from the Pacific. See more photos and read the story on Page 4.
See Access on Page 2

Students tour submarine


as they build their own New London
a wonderful learning opportu- Navy Lodge
By MC1(AW/SW) Steven Myers nity.
Submarine Group Two Public Affairs “While we got to have some wins award
fun, I believe the lesson I
learned today,” she said, “is Page 7
GROTON, Conn. - Students that teamwork is the big key,
and faculty from Old Saybrook but, we also need to further

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High School visited Submarine develop ways to stop flooding.”
Base New London May 10 to According to project coordi-
tour Virginia-class attack sub- nator Fred Frese, the school’s
marine USS Virginia (SSN 774) wood shop teacher, Old Local...................................2
and Naval Submarine School as Saybrook was given an invita- Movies .......................................5
part of research and planning tion after working closely with Classifieds................................6
process to build their own sub- the Navy on a previous project.
mersible vessel. “We are one of three engi-
Upon completion, the stu- neering schools in the coun-
dents plan to build and race try invited to this event,” said Photo by ET2 Mark Moore
their manned, 11-foot sub- Frese. GROTON, Conn. – Students and faculty from Old Saybrook High School gather for a picture on the brow of the attack sub-
mersible at the 11th Annual Frese also said the students marine USS Virginia (SSN 775). The students are building a submarine of their own to compete in the 11th International
International Submarine Races will be training to race even as
held in Bethesda, Md., in June Submarine Races in Bethesda, Md., in June 2011.
the vessel is under construc-
2011. tion. take this task,” Frese said. “Not report and give a presentation Thomas O’Donnell, Virginia’s
For Shannon Jorgensen, the “This is their senior project. only will they do all the con- at the competition.” engineering officer, examined a
student team captain, this was struction, but they will write a Lieutenant Commander See Students on Page 3
They all volunteered to under-
2 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 20, 2010

Navy Dietician visits SUBASE

This newspaper is an authorized publication for personnel of the


Department of Defense and their families. Contents of The Dolphin are not
necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the
Department of Defense or the Department of the Navy.

Commanding Officer Naval Submarine Base New London


Capt. Marc W. Denno
Executive Officer Naval Submarine Base New London
Cmdr. Daniel M. Rossler
Command Master Chief Naval Submarine Base New London
CMDCM(SS) Ray Powell
Public Affairs Officer - Christopher Zendan
Editor - Sheryl Walsh
Editorial Assistant - Christina Lough
Public Affairs Staff - MCC(SW/AW)Evelyn Haywood,
MC1(AW) Peter Blair, ET3 Melissa Gavin, SN Joshua Hirschfeld
and SA Michael Henderson

• NEWS - The editorial content of this newspaper is prepared, edited


and provided by the Public Affairs Office of the Naval Submarine Base New
London. News items and photos must be received by 4 p.m. the Friday
before publication. News ideas and questions can be directed to Christopher
Zendan at 694-5980. Readers can e-mail us at dolphin@ctcentral.com. Log
onto the Web site at www.dolphin-news.com.
• ADDRESS - The Dolphin staff can be reached at 694-3514 or write to:
The Dolphin, Naval Submarine Base New London PAO, Box 44, Groton, CT
06349-5044. All news releases should be sent to this address. Photo by SA Michael Henderson
• ADVERTISING - Advertisements are solicited by Shore Line GROTON, Conn. – Jen Person, Navy Dietician, explains the Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS) at Dealey Center, May 11. Person’s presen-
Newspapers and not the editorial staff or Public Affairs Office. Inquiries
regarding advertisements should be directed to the Display Advertising or tation was geared toward Command Fitness Leaders, Sailors enrolled in the Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP), and Culinary Specialists. The NOFFS has
Classified Advertising departments. been designed to provide the Navy with a performance training resource for Sailors and Navy health and fitness professionals. NOFFS places emphasis on
Display Advertising, Laura Carpenter at (203) 752-2704, Betsy hydration, fueling through proper nutrition, and a unique exercise series geared toward a Sailors’ every day tasks, that focuses on lifting, pushing, pulling
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News in your community


SUBVETS announce The Board of Directors
of Branch 20, Fleet Reserve
memorial service Association, will hold its regular
On Memorial Day, May 31 meeting at the Branch Home,
at noon, SUBVETS Groton June 1 at 6 p.m. All members in
Base will hold their annual good standing are welcome to
Memorial Service at the National attend this meeting.
Submarine Memorial East, locat-
ed at Thames and Bridge Streets News from the
in Groton. This special memorial
service recognizes the loss of
Navy College Office
all those submariners who gave Bismarck State visit
their lives in the pursuit of their Bismarck State College (BSC)
duties while serving their coun- will visit NCO, May 25 from
try. They will be accompanied by 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for drop-in
54 enlisted students of SUBSCOL advisement and information.
as they will man the Lost Boat Bismarck is a Navy
flags of each submarine lost in Rating Partner, offering
service for the “Tolling of the online Associate degrees in
Boats” ceremony. Criminal Justice, Electric
For directions, costs or Power Technology, Electrical Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld
additional information about Transmission Systems
SUBVETS Groton or any of the GROTON, CONN - Groton Town House hosted the eighth annual National Association of Uniformed Services (NAUS) Luncheon in appreciation of the hard work
Technology, Nuclear Power and effort put in by Military Recruiters, on Monday, May 17. Navy, Army, and Marine Corps Recruiters sat down with over thirty retired Military members and
above events, call SUBVETS
Groton Base at (860) 445-5262 Technology, Power Plant guests, enjoying the fine cooking. Military members can log on to http://www.naus.org for more information on how to become a NAUS member.
or Base Commander John Technology and Process Plant
Carcioppolo at (860) 514-7064. Technology. Additional online
degrees are available including Volunteers
FRA to host
memorial service
a Bachelor of Applied Science
degree in Energy Management. help give
Members of Branch and Unit
20 will honor all veterans buried
College funds seminar
The Naval Submarine Base veterans home
in Colonel Ledyard Cemetery,
Groton, by placing a flag on
New London community is
invited to attend a special
seminar that will help high
a makeover
their graves, May 29. All mem-
bers are encouraged to help with school juniors, seniors and
Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfeld
this solemn event. parents who are facing the ris-
Branch 20 will perform its ing expense of college in the NEW LONDON, Conn. - Sailors and
annual Sea Services Memorial very near future. volunteers from Naval Submarine
ceremony at 1 p.m., May 29, The seminar will be held Base New London (SUBASE) clean and
on the pier where the Historic June 2 from 6 to 7 p.m., at repaint apartments for local home-
Ship Nautilus is berthed during Anchors Landing Community less veterans, May 12. Volunteers
which a wreath will be placed in Center on Gungywamp Road repainted a total of four apartments,
the Thames River in memory of in Groton. which in due time will be the home
our shipmates who are on eter- The event is free of charge of New London and local homeless
nal patrol. The public is invited and open to all military person- veterans that are currently living in a
to attend this ceremony and, if nel, spouses, family members, veterans shelter. The project is sched-
they desire, bring a flower to retirees and base employees.
place in the river in memory uled to be completed by the end of
The seminar will cover a May. Questions regarding volunteer
of a loved one. Following this
variety of topics including fed- work can be directed to Lena Blanch,
service, memorial wreaths will
be placed at the U.S. Submarine eral grants and loans, state Community Liaison at SUBASE’s Public
Memorial East on Thames financial aid programs and Affairs Office, (860)694-5980.
Street and the Fort Griswold scholarship searches. There
Monument at the Bill Memorial will be a question and answer

FFSC Financial Corner:


Library on Monument Street in session.
Groton. For more information, For more information, call
call the Branch Home at (860) Gloria Dover at (860) 885-
445-0731 and leave a message 2316 or e-mail gdover@trcc.

A.C.T.: Accept, Create and Take Action


for the Branch Chaplain. commnet.edu.

Access ...
Continued from page 1
If it is your goal to get your back or eliminate some expens- available. Finally, when feeling
By Frances Goodman finances into better shape, start es are examples of creating a blue, make a list of the things that
Hartford, Conn., and were prosecuted by U.S. Navy attorney by: practical vision. you are grateful for. Focusing on
Lt. David K. Loveless, stationed at the base, who has been GROTON, Conn. - Gary * Accepting and acknowledg- * Taking action to make it the positive can help reduce the
designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney. Emery, Ph.D., created the ACT ing your problem. This is the happen requires patience and stress of financial problems!
“Individuals should understand, this type of illegal behavior formula for dealing with stress. first step on the road to finan- envisioning success. Get help
can be punishable by up to a year in prison,” said Loveless. It is translated to mean: cial recovery. Be kind to yourself The FFSC has financial coun-
In these cases, the defendants were fined and ordered to * Accept what is (which does * Creating a vision must be So, don’t beat yourself up selors to assist you with your
enroll in a Federal Pretrial Diversion Program. One indi- not mean just passively accept- based on reality to result in if you made some mistakes money issues. We are here to
vidual failed to appear in federal court and a bench warrant ing whatever life throws at us). practical action. Envisioning with money - forgive yourself. support you and help you deal
was issued in March for his arrest. Previously a resident of * Create a vision. practical opportunities such as Building wealth requires hav- with your money problems.
Groton, he is believed to be residing in Ohio. Additional * Take action to make it hap- paying bills on time to avoid ing the right information, plan- Just call and make an appoint-
charges are expected to be filed against another 3 vendors pen. interest and fees, avoiding cash ning and making good choices. ment. Remember, no one is
who completed false base access applications earlier this I’m taking the formula and advance loans, or identifying Educate yourself by taking small going to care more about your
year. using it as a motivational tool. “wants” versus “needs” to cut steps and using all the resources money than you!
Thursday, May 20, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 3

SUBASE to host Summer Safety Fair How to fund your child’s


college education
The Naval Submarine Base
The Naval Submarine Base New London community is invit-
New London Summer Safety ed to attend a free seminar that
Fair will take place May 27, will help high school juniors,
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in seniors and parents who are fac-
Dealey Center. ing the rising expense of college
There will be hot dogs, ham- in the very near future, June 2
burgers and smoothies avail- from 6 to 7 p.m., at Anchors
able for purchase and presen- Landing Community Center on
tations, booths featuring: Gungywamp Road in Groton.
The NBHC Pharmacy -
Medication Safety and Disposal
and the Refill System
Connecticut State Police -
Rollover simulator
SARP - Substance Abuse
Rehabilitation Program
Optometry - Safety glasses
(occupational and recreation-
al)
Dental - Treatment and pre- cervical cancer/Breast cancer Physical Therapy
vention of traumatic dental awareness For more information, con-
injuries Norwich Police Dept - tact one of the following:
SUBASE MWR - Fitness Crime scene lab Ann Ricca, NBHC Groton
Center Safe Kids New NSSF Weapons - Gun Safety (860) 694-2398; Tom
London Safety Clapsadle, SUBASE Fire
Veterinary Clinic - Pet NSSF Safety - Personal Department (860) 694-3466;
safety Protection Equipment Edgar Martinez, SUBASE
Ledgelight - Tick preven- SUBASE security – MWD NAVOSH, (860) 694-3901;
tion NAVSUBSCOL Safety - Dale Rehberg, NAVSUBSCOL
Navy Campus Impact Speakers (12:30 to 1:30 Safety, (860) 694-1265; Alan,
Groton Police - DARE p.m.) Heckman, NSSF Safety, (860)
Program SUBASE Safety - Motorcycle 694-4594 or Dave Isherwood,
Health Promotions - safety, “DUI” NAVFAC Safety, (860) 694-
Nutrition, weight management SUBASE Fire Department 4095.

Students ...
Photo by ET2 Mark Moore

GROTON, Conn. – Machinist Mate Second Class Kyle Harrison explains compart-
ments of attack submarine USS Virginia (SSN 774) to students from Old Saybrook
Continued from page 1 High School. The students are building their own submersible to compete in the
scale model of the project and a 11th International Submarine Races in Bethesda, Md., in June 2011.
drawing of the internal compo-
nents brought by Frese.
“This is just amazing,”
O’Donnell said, “I’m a subma-
riner and a diver, but I’m not
sure I would be up to the task
of driving this vessel.”
Added significance, David
Bushnell, inventor of the
world’s first combat submarine
known as “The Turtle,” was
born in Saybrook. According
to the Naval Historical Center,
“The first Turtle was designed
in 1771 by Bushnell, a Yale
student, and built with the help
of his brother, Ezra, in 1775 at
Saybrook, Conn.” The Turtle
saw action in the first days of
the American Revolution.
Frese recently completed a
four-year project with a previ-
ous class. They built a full-size
replica of Bushnell’s Turtle,
which is now on display in the
high school’s lobby.

Citizens ...
Continued from page 1
U.S. Armed Forces and the sec-
ond to now become citizens.
“We have a special oath,”
Courtney said. “You don’t take
an oath to a King or Queen,
motherland or fatherland.
You’re taking an oath to a con-
stitution; to really a way of life,
to a system that is, through
all the ups and downs we go
through as a nation really built
around the idea of freedom, self
rule, and self government.”
The Honorable Warren W.
Eginton, Senior United States
District Judge, presided over
the ceremony, delivering the
oath of citizenship and remind-
ing the newest Americans to
remember their obligations in
self-government: to vote and
to respond to a call for jury
service.
Director Ethan Enzer of
Hartford (Conn.) USCIS Field
Office noted that the diversity
in the countries of origin of the
new citizens at the ceremony
exemplified that the American
story truly is a melting pot of
cultures, ideals, and beliefs.
Participants hailed from
Brazil, Canada, Ecuador,
Germany, Haiti, India, Jamaica,
Kenya, Philippines, and the
Peoples Republic of China,
Poland and Peru.
“We all look forward to your
continuing contributions to the
American story,” Denno con-
cluded.
4 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 20, 2010

Photo by MCC(SW/AW) Evelyn Haywood

GROTON, Conn. - Pictured from left to right, Seaman Apprentice Michael Henderson, Logistics Specialist First Class Corey Stephens (SS), Taki Aiolupotea, Logistics Specialist Third Class (SW) Jarrod Galton, and Lieutenant Karim Shabazz, Fleet Industrial
Supply Center (FISC) Readiness Officer, “slap mosquitoes” in front of Dealey Center, after a Fire Dancing display, May 13.

SUBASE celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month


SA Michael Henderson

GROTON, Conn. - The month of May is dedicated to Asian and Pacific Islanders who have made an
impact on our society, and raises awareness of the rich cultures in far-east, as well as the Americans
among us who share ties to those lands.
An excerpt from President Barack Obama’s proclamation, released from the White House on May
1, stated:
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have endured and overcome hardship and heartache. In the
earliest years, tens of thousands of Gold Rush pioneers, coal miners, transcontinental railroad build-
ers, as well as farm and orchard laborers, were subject to unjust working conditions, prejudice, and
discrimination——yet they excelled. Even in the darkness of the Exclusion Act and Japanese intern-
ment, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have persevered, providing for their families and creating
opportunities for their children.
Amidst these struggles, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have contributed in great and signifi-
cant ways to all aspects of society. They have created works of literature and art, thrived as American
athletes, and prospered in the world of academia. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have played a
vital role in our Nation’s economic and technological growth by establishing successful enterprises and
pushing the limits of science. They are serving in positions of leadership within the government more
now than ever before. And along with all of our great service men and women, they have defended the
United States from threats at home and abroad, serving our Nation with valor.
This year, the Fleet Industrial Supply Center (FISC) brought Asian Pacific American Heritage
Month to Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE), hosting events to celebrate the occasion
at Dealey Plaza, May 13. The people at FISC provided a Polynesian Fire Dancer, an Aikido and
Iaido demonstration, a hula dancer, sumo suit wrestling, tables with information on Asian Pacific
American milestones, and cultural music to flavor the air.

Photos by SA Michael Henderson

GROTON, Conn. - Taki Aiolupotea, tosses a flaming baton


behind his back during a Fire Dancing demonstration in
front of Naval Submarine Base New London’s (SUBASE)
Dealey Center, May 13.
GROTON, Conn. - Logistics Specialist Third Class (SW) Edward Yale tackles Logistics Specialist Third Class (SW) Jarrod Galton
while wrestling in Sumo suits, at the Naval Submarine Base New London Dealey Plaza, May 13. The ancient sport of Sumo
wrestling originated in Japan, though because written records were not kept until the 8th century, an exact date is difficult to
determine. The object of the sport is to knock your opponent out of the ring, or force them to touch the mat with any part of their
body other than the soles of their feet. The mock Sumo wrestling shown in the picture forced participants into a constricting
suit with additional weight, but it is nothing compared to a Sumo wrestler who can weigh upwards of 250 pounds.

GROTON, Conn. – Left, Robert Burns, chief instructor at Aiki Farms Aikikai, and United States Marine Corps
veteran, counters his student’s attack during an Aikido demonstration at Naval Submarine Base New London’s
Dealey Plaza, May 13. The Japanese martial art of Aikido was developed by Morihei Ueshiba in the late 1920s
to early 1930s, using influences from other martial arts he had studied prior to. Aikido, like many martial arts,
focuses on developing physical and mental strength and stability. The technical aspects of Aikido are geared
toward self defense, often using the opponent’s own weight and movements to throw, incapacitate, or disarm
them. Above, Burns sheathes his katana during an Iaido presentation in front of Naval Submarine Base New
London’s Dealey Center, 13 May. Iaido is the Japanese martial art of sword drawing. The emphasis of Iaido
is on drawing the sword and striking the opponent, as well as replacing the sword in its scabbard with fluid,
controlled motion.
Thursday, May 20, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 5

Whisker Walk to
benefit shelters,
rescue groups
On June 6, the 3rd Annual Whisker Walk will take place
at the Lancaster Fairground, in Lancaster, Mass. The Whisker
Walk is the nation’s only multi-organizational dog walk and
benefit.
What’s a Whisker Walk you ask? Well it’s a lot of things ...
but mostly it’s a free, fun day for families and their dogs plus
a dog walk-a-thon fundraiser to benefit New England animal
shelters and rescue groups. The 2009 Whisker Walk brought
thousands of people and their dogs from all over New England
and more are expected to descend on 50 acres of pet loving par-
adise for 2010. With almost 100 pet related groups, companies,
vendors, sponsors and manufacturers and animal rescue groups
in attendance there is so much to do, see and buy!
Whisker Walk is an “event not to be missed” for pet lovers and
their dogs with a unique twist…a Blessing of the animals kicks off
the noon multi-organizational dog walk! Come to see spectacular
exhibits, demonstrations, hands-on animal petting opportunities,
educational programs, special attractions, kid’s area, pet adop-
tions, product giveaways, entertainment, lots of food, fun and
things for adults and kids to see, do and buy!
The event is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The
walk starts at noon.
Photos by SA Michael Henderson The Lancaster Fairground, home of the Bolton Fair, is on
Team Juggernaut Route 117 in Lancaster, Mass., just minutes from Route 2,
Route 190, I-495, and only 20 minutes from Worcester and 30

One- Pitch Softball Champions miles from Boston! There are more than 50 acres of flat, shaded
paths (handicapped accessible) the grounds are enormous and
GROTON, Conn. - Above, team Juggernaut poses for a picture after beautiful.
winning the Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) One-Pitch No admission fees! Bring your family and your dogs. Other
Softball Championship, May 9, at the SUBASE ball fields. The final pets must stay home.
game was played between Providence Pride and Team Juggernaut. Many new and exciting events are on tap for the 2010
Photographed personnel left to right, bottom row: Culinary Specialist Whisker Walk.
First Class (SS) Joseph Barden, Culinary Specialist Second Class (SS) Geo-caching with or without your dog
John Sauter, Culinary Specialist Second Class (SS) Chad Glissen, If you’re not familiar with this new sport, Dog Caching, is
Chief Religious Programs Specialist (SW/AW/FMF) Jason Bocchino, a dog friendly “scavenger hunt” you play with your GPS and
Operations Specialist Second Class (AW) Brett Siefman. Top row, left in this case, your dog. The purpose of the game is to locate
to right: Commander Daniel Rossler, SUBASE Executive Officer, Chief containers around the Whisker Walk Fairground.
Culinary Specialist (SS) Charles James, Culinary Specialist First Class Dog photo contest
(SS) Jason Bridwell, Culinary Specialist Second Class (SS) Joe Ross, Send in your dog photos for the Second Annual Top Dog
Chief Machinist Mate (SW/AW) Chad Craycraft, Culinary Specialist Photo Contest sponsored by WXLO 104.5 fm. Entries will be
accepted through May 21.
First Class (SS) Rodger Nicholson, Operations Specialist Second Class
The winners (Top five photos) will be announced at Whisker
(SW) Chris Ramey, Logistics Specialist Third Class Robert Behan. Walk so get those photos ready! Go to www.whiskerwalk.org
Right, Chief Electronics Technician (SS) Steven Shelley, captain of for details. Interested in participating, sponsoring, volunteer-
Providence Pride, swings hard during the final game against team ing or becoming a vendor at the 2010 Whisker Walk? Whisker
Juggernaut, determining which team will win the title of Naval Walk is the place to see and be seen! For more information
Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) One-Pitch Softball Champion, on sponsor/vendor/participant details, contact leigh13@ix.
May 9, at the SUBASE ball fields. netcom.com or go to www.whiskerwalk.org.

Fun Run goes to the dogs Mystic Seaport to celebrate


opening of ‘TUGS!’ exhibit
Visiting tugboats, special
activities and a ribbon-cutting
ceremony with Connecticut
State Senator Andrew Maynard
will highlight TUGS! Blast at
Mystic Seaport, May 22 - 23,
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The weekend will celebrate
the opening of “TUGS!.” the
museum’s newest exhibition
that traces the past, present and
future of the American tug, tow
and barge industry. Designed
for visitors of all ages, the
exhibit features custom-created
videos, stories, rare artifacts,
historic images and large-scale
graphics, hands-on activities,
audio/visual elements and out-
door programming.
Mystic Seaport President Steve
White and Senator Maynard will
Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair be joined by Connecticut State
Representative Diana Urban;
GROTON, Conn. – Pet owners and personnel from Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) begin the 2.7 mile
Karen Senich, executive director
Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) sponsored fun run, May 13. Besides the normal fire department presence at the of Connecticut Commission on Photo courtesy Thames Towing Services
run, the SUBASE Veterinary Clinic had members participating in the race as well as standing by at the finish line to ensure Culture & Tourism; Alex Agnew Museum’s Collections and My Father, Hardie Gramatky”
the dogs were alright. Dogs participating in the run included a Beagle, a Boxer, a German Shepherd, and a Shihtzu. of “Professional Mariner” maga- Research Center, lectures at the Greenmanville Church,
zine and representatives from exploring interesting tugs of May 22 at 3 p.m.
tugboat companies that have yesterday and today, an explor- Additionally, visitors can take
Runners needed for Lions Run 5K Road Race supported the exhibit in a rib-
bon-cutting ceremony, May 22
atory talk of the TUGS! exhibit,
marine engine demonstrations
in the Museum’s Shipyard and
part in a variety of hands-on
activities throughout the week-
end including a heaving-line
at 12:45 p.m. The ceremony,
which announces the grand radio-controlled tugboat dem- toss, friendly games of tug-of-
The Lions Run 5K Road Race, hosted by the Montville Lions Club, will take opening of “TUGS!,” will take onstrations in the Museum’s war and creating a tug craft.
place June 6. The race begins at the Montville Polish Club on Maple Avenue place outside of the Museum’s new outdoor shallow pond. Children are invited to story
R.J. Schaefer Exhibit Hall. Linda Gramatky Smith, time in the Children’s Museum
in Uncasville. Registration is at 9 a.m., the race begins at 10 a.m., with the daughter of Hardie Gramatky and to build a wooden tugboat
Visiting tugboats docked at
picnic at 11 a.m. Run, walk, or just enjoy the picnic, this is a real family Chubb’s Wharf throughout the who authored and illustrated keepsake (nominal fee for toy
event. The kids can race, too! There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, weekend include Gwenmor the children’s book, “Little boat workshop).
munchies, and all the fixings. The entrance fee is $20, $25 on race day, and Marina’s Gwendolyn, Thames Toot,” will give a reading of her For more information, visit
Towing Services’ Adam and father’s classic tugboat tale at www.mysticseaport.org/tugs-
a free T-shirt goes to the first 150 entries in by May 25. Get applications at John Paul and private yachts the Children’s Museum, May 22 blast.
Montville Hardware. For more information, call Shawn at (860) 917-9474. North Star, Seahorse, Trilogy from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Gramatky “TUGS!” will remain open
and Tuggly. Special events Smith will additionally speak through spring 2011.
featured during “TUGS!” Blast about her father and his accom- For more information about
PFA Elliptical style include a marine engine and
watercraft open house at the
plished career in her talk
“Memories of Little Toot and
Mystic Seaport, visit www.mys-
ticseaport.org.
Groton, Conn. - Sailors

Now showing at Dealey Center Theater


take the cardio portion
of their Physical Fitness
Assessment (PFA) on
elliptical machines,
May 13, at the Morton May 20 6:00 p.m. Clash of the Titans Clash of the Titans Cast: Sam
Hall Gymnasium, on May 21 6:00 p.m. Date Night Worthington, Gemma Arterton, Rated: PG
Naval Submarine Base May 22 3:00 p.m. Date Night 13, Story Type: Action/Adventure and
New London (SUBASE). 5:00 p.m. Death at a Funeral Remake, Runtime: 110 min.
Elliptical machines are 7:15 p.m. Kick-Ass Date Night Cast: Steve Carell, Tina
an authorized alterna- May 23 3:00 p.m. Date Night Fey, Rated: PG 13, Story Type: Comedy
tive to the standard 1.5 5:00 p.m. Kick-Ass and Romance, Runtime: 88 min.
mile run. This alterna- 7:15 p.m. Death at a Funeral Death at a Funeral Cast: Chris Rock,
tive is a 12 minute fixed May 24 6:00 p.m. Kick-Ass Martin Lawrence, Rated: R, Story Type:
May 25 6:00 p.m. Death at a Funeral Comedy, Kids/Family and Remake,
evolution, converting
May 26 6:00 p.m. Kick-Ass Runtime: 90 min.
calories spent into a May 27 6:00 p.m. Date Night
score. More information, Kick-Ass Cast: Nicolas Cage, Aaron
including current PFA Johnson, Rated: R, Story Action/
Adventure, Adaptation and Teen,
standards, can be found
Runtime: 117 min.
on http://www.navy-prt.
com/elliptical.html Next Week:
Photo by MCC(SW/AW) Evelyn Haywood The Losers and The Back Up Plan
6 • THE DOLPHIN • Thursday, May 20, 2010

Kaps 4 Kids Sea Scouts race for gold


TOMS RIVER, N.J. - On April with storm clouds and a southeast crew, the two won first place in
24 and 25, Sea Scouts from five breeze between 14 and 18 knots eight of the ten races that were
northeast states, ages 14 to 21, challenged the racers, and their stretched out over the two days.
traveled to Toms River, N.J., to skills. With the honor of being named
sail in the Sea Scouts Northeast From Sea Scout Ship 584, char- the Northeast Region champions,
Regional Sailing Championship tered to U.S. Submarine Veterans the two received the Regional Cup
Regatta. of World War II Groton Base, and brought it home to their ship,
With the word that foul weath- Amanda Ballassi of Waterford, where they will keep it until the
er was close, many of the teams Conn., and Nick Woviotis of next Regionnal Regatta.
decided to drop out of the race, Stonington, Conn., raced in the With this win, the two will
leaving only five determined event and took first place overall. be competing in the Sea Scout
teams to compete. On the first With Nick Woviotis as the skip- International Koch Cup, which
day of races, the skies were filled per and Amanda Ballassi as the will be held this August at
the United States Coast Guard
Academy, on the Thames River,
in New London, Conn.

Menu review board


at Cross Hall Galley
The Cross Hall Galley will
hold a menu review board meet-
ing in the Khaki mess, May 20
at 2 p.m. Each department from
Naval Submarine Base New
London is requested to send
Photo courtesy SUBVETS Groton Base one representative to the meet-
HARTFORD, Conn. - Members of the U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II (SUBVETS) Groton Base Paul ing to provide feedback. Tenant
Dillon, Stuart Temple, John Riley, Paul Grammar, Jack Gallimore, and Tom Russell, pay their second visit to commands are highly encour-
the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford as part of Kap(SS) 4 Kid(SS),or K4K, May 11. They visited aged to attend. Point of contact
children from six days to 18 years old and gave out approximately 35 “Kaps,” Honorary Submariner Certificates is Chief Culinary Specialist (SS)
and submarine photos. The Groton Base K4K Program’s vision is to implement ongoing K4K activities any place, Scott or Culinary Specialist First
in and around Connecticut, where children are fighting for their health. Class (SS) Gregonis at (860)
694-3997.
Thursday, May 20, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 7

Navy Lodge New London earns award at worldwide conference


By Navy Exchange

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - The Navy Lodge


Program recently held its annual leader-
ship conference at the Xona Resort in
Scottsdale, Ariz. More than 60 managers
representing 43 properties from around
the world attended the meeting to share
ideas and set goals and strategies for 2010.
During the conference, an awards ceremo-
ny was held to recognize the Navy Lodge
Program’s top performing teams as well
as individuals for their outstanding guest
service to military service families, hotel
ambiance, value for the money, cleanli-
ness, and overall performance in 2009.
“This awards ceremony is the highlight
of the conference,” said Mike Bockelman,
NEXCOM’s Vice President and Director,
Navy Lodge Program. “Our managers and
associates work extremely hard day in and
day out to provide exceptional service to
our guests. These awards are our way to
officially recognize them for all the work
they do for our military members and their
families each and every day.”
Photo courtesy New London Navy Lodge
The Edward E. Carlson Award is pre-
sented to the Navy Lodge facility that is SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Reggie Fowlkes, right, of the Navy New London Navy Lodge, accepts the Hospitality Award
rated highest in guest and associate satis- from Captain Emil Spillman, NEXCOM Deputy Commander, at the recent Navy Lodge Worldwide Convention.
faction, operations, quality assessment and
financial performance. The award is named satisfaction. pool of over 1,200 Navy Lodge associates
for Edward E. Carlson, a member of the Navy Lodge Hawaii and Navy Lodge worldwide.
Secretary of the Navy’s advisory committee, New York, N.Y., were presented the PCS Ron Rickow, Navy Lodge Monterey,
whose leadership and guidance was invalu- Award. This award is presented to the Calif., was named Marketer of the Year
able to the Navy Lodge Program. The 2009 Navy Lodges with the highest increase in for his work with the U.S. Air Force, U.S.
Carlson Award winners are Navy Lodge PCS room nights sold by percentage and Army and the Defense Language Institute.
Lemoore, Calif., in the large category; Navy number. The Associate Satisfaction Award, which
Lodge Fort Worth, Texas; for the medium Kathy Olow, Navy Lodge Naples, Italy, is presented to the Navy Lodge with the
category and Navy Lodge Key West, Fla., for was named Manager of the Year for her highest Associate Satisfaction Index score,
the small category. The Hospitality outstanding work to the military lodging was given to Martha Bartley, Navy Lodge
Award, presented to the Navy Lodges that community, the Navy Lodge guests, and Key West, Fla.
are rated the highest by guests in a variety her fellow managers. The conference also included infor-
of areas of guest service, was given to Navy The Associate of the Year award, which mative breakout strategy sessions, key-
Lodge New London, Conn., for the large is presented to the Navy Lodge Program note address by Rear Adm. Steven J.
category; Navy Lodge Patuxent River, Md., associate rated the best in helping guests Romano, Commander, Navy Exchange
for the medium category; and Navy Lodge and other associates as well as performed Service Command (NEXCOM); Capt. Emil
Gulfport, Miss., for the small category. at a level that will save the Navy Lodge Spillman, NEXCOM Deputy Commander;
Navy Lodge New London, Conn., received Program money, was given to Yvette Steve Marcus, Chairman Marcus Hotels
the Oscar Award, which is presented to the Manzanales, Navy Lodge Corpus Christi, and Resorts; and T. Scott Gross, author of
Navy Lodge that is rated the best in guest Texas. Manzanales was selected out of a “Positively Outrageous Service.”
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GROTON, Conn. - Lieutenant Chris
S. McLean, Assistant Battle Watch
Captain for U.S. Fleet Forces Current
Operations, administers the reen-
listment oath to his cousin, Master- L
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at-Arms Second Class(Fleet Marine
Force) Shiella McLean, at the ken-
nels onboard Naval Submarine Base
New London (SUBASE), May 14.
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assigned to the security department
at the base preparing to transfer

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to Guam. McLean signed a Bible
that will be presented to Captain
Marc Denno, SUBASE Commanding
Officer, at the conclusion of his term
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the conclusion of the ceremony. Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfield

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GROTON, CONN - Lieutenant junior grade Paul Tidd, Naval Submarine Base New
London (SUBASE) Security Officer, offers a unique reenlistment to Master at Arms
Second Class Kevin Davis on the Thames River, just north of SUBASE, May 6. Davis

S and guests traveled about a quarter mile north of SUBASE using Harbor Security
Boats. Davis reenlisted for another four years as a Master at Arms.

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