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Package Notifications for 5/18/12

May 17, 2012 11:25 pm

Bldg 1: 1126, 1216, 1220, 1301, 1307, 1311, 1314, 1326

Bldg 2: 2208, 2301, 2303, 2315,

Bldg 3: 3116, 3203, 3209, 3303, 3306, 3310, 3315, 3317

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Annual Sheep Shearing Festival – May 20th

May 17, 2012 9:09 pm

Looking for another fun-family day? Then head over to Old North Andover Common for the 40th Annual Sheep Shearing Festival!!!

In addition to learning about the shearing of sheep, there will be demonstrations of sheep herding dogs, various crafters and food vendors and this year, for the first time, there is Cow Pie Bingo – lots of laughs for this one!

Old North Andover Common is located at Massachusetts Ave/Osgood St/and Andover St. The Festival is free as is parking which will be available at Franklin and North Andover Middle Schools. A shuttle bus will transport people from the schools to the Common at no charge. Don't waste time driving around the Common looking for a spot.

The fun starts at 10 a.m. and continues until 4 p.m.

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Tips For Conquering Insomnia

May 16, 2012 4:05 pm

Having trouble falling asleep? Our stressful lives and constant screen-time can wreak havoc on our bodies' natural rhythms. Fortunately, there are simple ways to counteract these stresses in order to get a full night's sleep. Here are some tips:

Exercise
One of the most effective ways of combatting sleeplessness is to tire yourself out. Increasing the amount of exercise you get each day can work wonders in helping you feel sleepy when it's time for bed.

Turn Off the Screen
The light from screens like televisions, computers, iPads, and smartphones can disrupt our bodies' natural cycles. Turn these gadgets off a few hours before bed in order to give your body time to prepare for dreamland.

Reduce or Eliminate Caffeine
Regardless of when in the day you consume caffeine, it can have an effect on your ability to sleep at night. Try to drink more decaf coffee or switch to decaffeinated sodas. Herbal teas are a great substitute that won't have you tossing and turning in bed all night.

Take a Warm Bath
The soothing heat of a warm bath will relax and calm your whole body down. Sitting in a bath before bedtime will get you ready for the comfort of your bed and help lull you to sleep.

Be Consistent
Your body will have an easier time going to sleep if you make yourself go to bed at the same time every evening. This consistency will give your body a chance to develop a regular pattern. With wild fluctuations in when you go to bed, it doesn't have a chance of knowing when it should and shouldn't be tired.

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