Derry Township eNews, March 6, 2020
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Hershey Community Center Project to Move Forward
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At a special meeting on Thursday, March 5, 2020, the Board of Supervisors authorized the Township Manager to sign the notice to proceed, signaling the start of construction on the new Hershey Community Center. Building demolition and construction will begin shortly with an estimated 22-month construction period.
The Board of Supervisors has the option to make some modifications to the approved design through the change order process and will hold a public meeting to discuss any possible project modifications in the next few weeks.
The project is anticipated to be completed in late 2021 or early 2022.
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The portion of Sand Hill Road from Cherry Drive to Forest Ave will be closed starting at 7 p.m. Friday night (3/6) through Sunday (3/8) so PPL can complete work on the underground transmission line.
During this time, traffic will be detoured around the site via Fishburn Road and roadways in the Glen Acres development. Residents and guests to Country Meadows will still be able to access the facility via Country Meadows Lane when using Sand Hill Road from the intersection with Forest Avenue/Clark Road. Residents in the 500 block of Sand Hill Road will be able to access their properties from the south at the intersection with Forest Avenue/Clark Road.
The work is being done on a weekend to minimize the impact to residents and to the Hershey Medical Center. For more information or questions, please visit www.pplelectric.com/HersheyProject or email HersheyProject@pplweb.com.
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New Tower Truck for Hershey Vol FD
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The Hershey Volunteer Fire Company is proud to introduce the new 2020 Pierce Mfg XT-100 Ascendant Tower. The members have been participating in driver/aerial training recently.
The tower will be known as Truck-48 and it will be put into full service by April. The Hershey Volunteer Fire Company thanks The Township of Derry and the community for their support.
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Online Auction for Pool & Park Related Items
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Due to the upcoming renovation of the Hershey Community Center, over 400 lots will be auctioned off
beginning on Tuesday, March 10th. This auction has a tight schedule due to approval, demolition and building plans and will
close on Wednesday, March 18th at 1 p.m. You can place a bid online at
Ziegler's Auction.
For more information, click on the image of their flyer below:
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Support the HVFD with an Ember Ale
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The Hershey Volunteer Fire Company in partnership with Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant in Hershey will be releasing “Ember Ale” on Tuesday, March 10th 2020.
All proceeds from Beer Sales and 20% of food sales that evening will directly benefit the Hershey Volunteer Fire Compan
y.
Coupons are available by following
this ticket link
, stopping by the station, from any of our members, or by emailing the below.
Please Drink Responsibly.
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Creating an LGBTQ-Inclusive Community Featured at Next Diversity Event
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The next Hershey Area All Things Diversity event will feature Todd Snovel, who will be presenting "Creating an LGBTQ-Inclusive Community in Hershey and Beyond." The free event will be held on March 11, 2020 at the Hershey Middle School, beginning with a light supper at 5:30 p.m. and the program at 6 p.m. Registration is required to attend. To register,
search for the event on Eventbrite
or visit the Hershey Area All Things Diversity page on Facebook or on the Derry Township website.
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Township Meetings and Events Calendar
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Author Visit: Rosemary Wells
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Sunday, March 8 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Come meet author and illustrator, Rosemary Wells, creator of the Max and Ruby series, as well as many more. "visit” her studio and learn some of the techniques Ms. Wells uses to create her art, and celebrate the importance of storytelling. Registration is not required. This Friends Childen's Program is suitable for children in grades K-5 and everyone is welcome.
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Saturday, March 14 - 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. or later
Open to chess players of all ages and skill levels. This will be a rated chess event so current United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership is required. Sign up for USCF at
www.uschess.org
if you are not currently a member. Young players and players new to rated chess tournaments are welcome and encouraged to participate! Register to attend at
Eventbrite.com
. For more information, please visit the library's website at
www.hersheylibrary.org
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Derry Township Community Cats to Hold Spay/Neuter Clinics
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Derry Township residents can sign up to get help with trapping outdoor free-roaming cats and having them spayed/neutered and vaccinated for free through Derry Township Community Cats. The next two clinics are on March 10 and April 14. Reservations can be made by calling 717-592-8087.
Residents can also schedule a low-cost spay or neuter and vaccinations for owned cats by calling the same number. Visit
www.derrytownshipcats.org
for more information about this program and ways you can support it.
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From June 15th to June 18th, Rising 4th - 8th grade Hershey students (boys and girls) can experience various sports over a four-day period.
The sports will be soccer, basketball, flag football, touch rugby, field hockey, volleyball, kickball, lacrosse, baseball/softball, tennis, ultimate frisbee, track & field.
This is an AWESOME way for kids to try new sports and enjoy familiar ones without a large commitment. A bonus is that they can do this with their friends right here in Hershey this summer!!
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Summer Day Camp Registration
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FIELD TRIPS!
ENTERTAINMENT!
KID'S PLAY & ARTS & CRAFT!
FUN & MUCH MORE!!!
Registration is March 25th at 8:00 a.m. for Residents and April 1st at 8:00 a.m. for Non-Residents.
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In order to avoid complications during the registration process, please do not use a mobile device (i.e. cell phone) and we highly suggest using Google Chrome as your browser. (Internet Explorer users have experienced issues in the past)
Current families: If adding a child to the family account, the parent must email Paula (
pfastrich@derrytownship.org) with the following information before March 20th. The system does not allow parents to add children to an already established Procare account.
a. New child’s name
b. Birthdate
c. Any allergies
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Library and Recycling Center Hours and Addresses
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Community News and Events
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Climate Change and Health in Vulnerable Communities
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The Hershey Indivisible Team will host guest speaker, Natasha Sood, from Penn State Hershey College of Medicine. Ms. Sood will address the health impacts of climate change, especially in vulnerable communities. She will also discuss the history of the environmental justice movement and how it impacts us from a global and regional standpoint. She will provide tips on how we can all be agents of change in our own communities.
This event will be held at the Hershey Public Library at 6:30 p.m on Wednesday, March 11.
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16th Annual "Soldiers of the Law" Memorial Motorcycle Ride
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What: The 16th Annual Soldiers of the Law" Motorcycle Ride
When: Saturday, April 25 from 11pm-2pm
Where: 187 E Hershey Park Dr, Hershey - - The Ride starts and ends at the PA State Police Academy
Who: Welcome to any motorcyclists!
How: Call the Museum at 717.534.0565 to register or download a form online -
www.psp-hemc.org
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Symphony of Illusions with Michael Grandinetti
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Join the Hershey Symphony Orchestra Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 2 pm and 8 pm for Symphony of Illusions starring Michael Grandinetti, a dynamic combination of master illusionist and 70-piece orchestra. The Hershey Symphony will be on stage performing the best magical, mystical and spooky music while Mr. Grandinetti dazzles audience members with impossible illusions.
Musical selections include "Night on Bald Mountain," "In the Hall of the Mountain King," "Sabre Dance," "Danse Macabre," the best of "Harry Potter" and many more. The performance will be conducted by Greg Woodbridge. Tickets are $20 to $29 (processing fees apply) and are available at
Ticketmaster.com
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Multiple Skating Events Coming Up
(Click on each image for more detail)
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CMN Gala Ticket Announcement
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Saturday, March 28, 2020
ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM
161 Museum Dr., Hershey
Help us pave an easier road for these Miracle Children and their families by supporting
A Miracle Journey gala.
Featuring Special Guest Pro Football Hall of Famer and former safety Brian Dawkins.
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Hershey Symphony Orchestra Schedules Derby-Themed Musical Gala at the new Englewood Venue
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The Hershey Symphony Orchestra announces its new fundraising event, “A Night at the Derby,” Saturday, May 2, 2020 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the new Englewood venue in Hershey.
The evening will feature music from orchestral groups and the Hershey Symphony Dance Band. Guests will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, dancing and Kentucky Derby fun.
Tickets are $75 per person and a cash bar will be available. A portion of the ticket price is tax-deductible. Reservations are limited and may be made at
www.HersheySymphony.org
. All proceeds benefit The Hershey Symphony Orchestra.
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