The public is welcome to attend the Derry Township Board of Supervisors Meeting scheduled on Tuesday, June 27^th, at 7:00 pm. This meeting will be held in person at the Derry Township Administration Building, 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey, PA 17033.

The agenda will be available on the website.

As the Fourth of July approaches, we would like to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday, so we encourage all residents to review the Township’s ordinances on using Consumer Fireworks and definitions. The Township’s ordinances provide guidelines on the appropriate use of fireworks and restrictions on their use. We urge residents to follow these guidelines to avoid injuries and property damage. It is important to remember that fireworks should be handled with care. Click here to view the Use of Consumer Fireworks.

Here are some friendly guidelines for residents regarding tree branches over sidewalks and roadways. It's important to ensure no tree branch hangs lower than 9 feet over the sidewalk and 12 feet over the roadway. We kindly request that all trees, bushes, shrubs, and other foliage do not block the view of street signs or the brightness of streetlights. We kindly remind property owners of their responsibility to maintain sidewalks, streets, and alleys by pruning trees and removing any obstructing vegetation. If you need to dispose of branches, you can drop them off at the Derry Township Public Works Recycling Center during their operating hours. Click here for hours.

Hey there, all you green-thumbed homeowners out there! Are you ready to make our community even more beautiful this fall? We're thrilled to announce that our 2023 Fall Street Tree Planting Program is now open, and we want YOU to be a part of it! By participating in this amazing initiative, you'll be helping keep our community looking its best. So why wait? Sign up today! The deadline to register is July 14, 2023, so don't delay. Let's plant some love in our neighborhood together! For detailed information on the program, click here.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has declared a statewide drought watch. While not required, residents and businesses are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by reducing their nonessential water use. Residents and businesses are encouraged to reduce their nonessential water use by 5–10 percent. Click here to view some simple ways to use less water at home and learn more information about the DEP's voluntary water conservation.

We want to share more developments of the West End Project recently captured by the Derry Township Police Department's drones. We look forward to sharing the progression throughout the coming months with the community. Click here to view.

As you may have noticed, cones and no parking signs have been placed in certain areas to ensure safety during construction. These measures will remain in place until the curb lines and driveway sealing is completed. We anticipate completion by mid-week next week. We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, but we want you to know that we are working diligently to complete the improvements as quickly and efficiently as possible. The safety of our residents is our top priority, and we appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this time. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Public Works team. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Tuesday, June 27, 2023, 2:00 pm

Award-winning husband-wife duo David and Jenny Heitler-Klevans of TWO OF A KIND love bringing people together and building community through music. Their beautiful harmonies, accompanied by David’s powerful, rhythmic guitar playing and Jenny’s multi-ethnic percussion instruments, create magic on stage. Click here for more event details.

Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 6:00 pm

All are welcome to join us in the Teen Space for open journaling. Bring your journal or notebook and write with us. Click here for more event details. 

Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 6:30 pm

Struggling readers are paired with licensed therapy dogs and their handlers. A selection of suitable reading material is provided for the children to read to the dogs. Click here for more event details and to register. 

Thursday, June 29, 2023, 10:00 am

It's too hot outside -- keep cool in our Teen Space and contribute to our large mural. We'll provide some chill tunes, markers, colored pencils, and a mural to color; you provide the creativity! This is an open-house style program. Stay as long or as little as you like. Click here for more event details.

Thursday, June 29, 2023, 6:00 pm

Join us at Cassel Vineyards (80 Shetland Road, Hummelstown) at 6:00 pm to discuss Pauline Ashwell's The Lost Kafoozalum. The link for the story is here. Please feel free to read the story in any format; this is just a quick and easy link to find it.

Click here for more event details. 

Friday, June 30, 2023, 10:00 am

Families with children ages 2-5 are welcome to register for an hour of center-based free play that encourages children and their adults to engage in the five practices of Early Literacy: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. Click here for more event details and to register. 

Donations for the annual book sale will stop being accepted on June 30. We currently accept donations during the library's opening hours. Donations should be in good condition, and books, DVDs, CDs, video games, puzzles, and board games are accepted for our annual sale. For library hours, click here.

The Derry Township Community Center will be open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and the outdoor pool will be open from 12:00 to 4:00 pm on Tuesday, July 4^th for Independence Day.

Are you ready for a summer of fun and excitement? Look no further than Derry Township Community Center's July Happenings Newsletter! We've got activities for people of all ages. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into our newsletter and join the fun! Trust us; you won't want to miss out on all the fun we have in store for you. Click here to check out the latest programs & happenings!

Begins July 5^th

Adult Beginner Swim Lesson beginning July 5th! Gain confidence in the water along with an instructor in order to be comfortable floating without support, kicking on the front and back, and basic water safety skills. The class is open to participants ages 18 and older. To register, visit our site today!

Are you ready for a summer filled with excitement, adventure, and learning? Look no further than Derry Township Community Center! We are thrilled to announce our summer kids camps hosted by Snapology, Fun4All, Challenge Island of Central PA, and Dreamers Productions. With themes like Snapology Favorites, Slime Week, Pets Palooza, Outside the Lines- Art, and Musical Theatre, your child is sure to find a camp they love. Our expert instructors will provide hands-on learning experiences that are both educational and fun. Don't let your child miss out on the summer of a lifetime - sign them up for one of our amazing camps today! To register, visit our site today!

Begins June 26^th

Want to improve your jumping skills for vertical or horizontal leap improvement? This Jump Class will promote explosiveness while breaking down proper form and practicing the use of fast twitch muscles. If you want to register for this class, please visit our site today.

Begins June 26^th

If you're an athlete who wants to improve strength and agility to help with your sport, then the SP45 for 14-18 yr olds class is for you. In addition to sport-specific exercises, you'll work on proper form for the BIG 3 movements: bench, deadlift, and squat. If you want to register for this class, please visit our site today.

Begins July 1^st

Alakazam! Learn how to wow your friends with awesome magic tricks taught by The Amazing Magi!

In this Introduction to Magic Class, all participants, children or adults, will learn simple sleight-of-hand, various principles of magic, and of course, how to do various tricks. If you want to register for this class, please visit our site today.

Begins July 10^th

Join us for a great learning experience in an ever-important communication form - American Sign Language. This 6-week course will start your journey to becoming fluent in ASL. If you want to register for this class, please visit our site today.

Begins July 10^th

Compete on your own to gain as much muscle or lose as much fat as you can in 8 weeks in this Powerbuilding-Training Challenge! Guidelines and weekly workouts will be provided. Includes initial and mid-way training sessions with a personal trainer as well as a complementary nutrition consultation. If you want to register for this class, please visit our site today.

Begins July 18^th & August 8^th

Due to June's event selling out within just a few days of opening, we're excited to announce two more Nerf^® Nights throughout the summer! Join us on Tuesday, July 18th, and/or Tuesday, August 8th. Ages 6-12 are welcome! If you want to register for this great night(s), please visit our site today.

Begins August 2^nd

Grown Up & Me Yoga

Ages 2-4 - 5:30-6:00 pm

Register Now for Summer Yoga! Next Generation Yoga® with Cindy Lesher. Mommy, daddy, or caregivers with kids ages 2-4 are invited to join for some yoga fun. This fun and creative class is designed to stimulate a young child’s growing curiosity. Playful yoga poses, animated breathing exercises, and imaginative relaxation techniques teach 2, 3, and 4-year-olds about their growing bodies. We’ll capture their attention while enhancing language development, motor coordination, and play skills by sprinkling with music, crafts, picture books, and age-appropriate props. You will engage and bond with your child on their level. To register for this class, visit our site today.

Begins Sep 10^th, 27^th, & Oct 8^th

It's never too early to plan for fall! It's right around the corner and we're offering some delicious cooking classes starting September 10^th at the Derry Township Community Center. Join us for Crisp Apple & Shaved Fennel Salad, Fall Foliage Picnic at the Park, and Fall Spiced Smoothie Bowl. Spots are limited, so

be sure to sign up soon! To register for any of these classes, visit our site today.

Water you waiting for? Join us for the Summer season by becoming a member of the Derry Township Community Center! We make it easy. Membership registrations can be processed online, over the phone, or at our Front Desk! If you need your residency verified and added to your family account, please call us at 717-533-7138 or email us! We will be happy to assist you and have you as a member! Also, we offer gift cards that can be purchased for memberships! Show your friends and family the gift of health and wellness by purchasing a gift card. Click here to buy a membership and/or gift card today!

See what's New this month at the Leader Center for Active Life. Take a look at June's Newsletter. To learn more about the center, visit its website.

The Downtown Hershey Association is excited to offer local businesses and vendors' products at the Market on Chocolate in the heart of Downtown Hershey at Chocolate Town Park adjacent to the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company! If you would like to read more about the exciting things going on downtown, you can click here.

You can click here for more information about the upcoming music event details at the Market on Chocolate. We hope to see you there!

Friday, June 23, 2023, 5:00 pm

Food Truck Fridays! Spring Creek Church of the Brethren hosts Food Truck Fridays on the 4th Friday on June 23, 2023, from 5:00-8:00 pm in the church parking lot located at the end of Areba Avenue, Hershey (335 East Areba), rain or shine. The event is free and open to the public -- just pay as you eat! On Friday, June 23, purchase from a variety of food trucks including Health Check, A Taste of Italy, Sweet Dawgs, Chubby Unicorn, and Grappling Crab Shack. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Enjoy delicious food while supporting local businesses. Be sure to visit the prayer labyrinth on the church lawn. For event details: Call 717-533-7192 or visit their Facebook page. 

Begins July 17^th

Join Spring Creek Church of the Brethren for their Vacation Bible program starting July 17th! It's designed for children ages 4 years old through finished 5th grade and will feature snacks, science lessons, crafts, games, and more! Click here for more information!

Saturday, June 24, 2023, 7:00 am

Tie on your running shoes and grab your running partner for the 3^rd Annual #RUNYOURRACE 5K Run/Walk and 1M Fun Run benefiting Love INC of Greater Hershey. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 24, 2023. For registration and event details, click here.

Saturday, June 24, 2023, 3:00 pm

Hershey Pride 2023: Honoring Diversity, Celebrating Love, and Expanding Inclusion in Hershey, PA, on June 24th, 2023, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at Chocolate Town Park, Hershey Pride, a grassroots Pride event in Central Pennsylvania, is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated return for 2023. The event will include vendors, activities, and a free live concert by GLAAD Award nominee Trey Pearson. For more event details, click here.

Saturday, June 24, 2023, 12:00 pm

Once again, the Java Ave residents will host a communitywide block party on June 24, 2023, from 12:00 to 10:00 pm. A full day of activity will feature 4 bands, food trucks, beer trucks, games, and fun stuff for everyone, including face painting, children's crafts, a bounce house, "inflatable" axe throwing, and much more. You'll want to mark your calendars and click here for event details.

Begins June 26^th

Summer is almost here! Get your paintbrushes ready and join us for the Hershey Art Association's upcoming classes. Discover new techniques, on Monday, June 26, 2023, Encaustic Painting (fee), from 7:00-9:00 pm, at the Hershey History Center in Hershey, and Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Plein Air Painting (fee), from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, located at Hershey History Center. All programs are sponsored by Hershey Area Art Association. Consider signing up today! For details about these upcoming classes, click here.

Begins June 26^th

Hershey Presbyterian Church is excited to invite the children of our community to our Vacation Bible School, “Summer Seaquest,” from Monday, June 26 through Thursday, June 29 from 5:30-7:30 pm. The program is for children ages 3 through completed 5^th Grade. Come enjoy singing, stories, crafts, outside games, and snacks at our meeting place, 1521 Sand Hill Road, Hummelstown, (St. Joan of Arc School facility) Call 717-489-1535 or email for a registration form.

Friday, June 30, 2023, 7:30 pm

The Hershey Symphony Orchestra invites the community to celebrate Independence Day with the 20th annual free concert on the lawn of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. “An American Salute” begins at 7:30 pm on Friday, June 30, 2023. There is no rain date for the concert. For event details, click here.

Saturday, July 8, 2023, 9:00 am

Stoverdale UMC collects non-perishable food for the Hummelstown Food Bank on the second Saturday of each month. The food can be brought to the church's parking lot between 9:00 and 11:00 am. The church is located at the intersection of Middletown Road and Wood Road.

Begins July 9^th

Derry Presbyterian Church is excited to offer two programs this summer for our community members. The first program, “A Place at the Table” Vacation Bible School brings children aged 4 through entering fifth graders. The program will be held Sunday, July 9, through Thursday, July 13, from 5:30-7:30 pm at 248 East Derry Road, Hershey. Click here for more information.

Begins July 17^th

The second program is GriefShare, a 13-week seminar and support group designed to help individuals grieving the death of a loved one. This program will be held Mondays, July 17^th to October 9^th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at 248 East Derry Road, Hershey. Click here for more information.

Begins July 2023

Hershey Figure Skating Club is offering a variety of programs, starting in July 2023 - Join anytime! To learn more about the programs, click here.