The public is welcome to attend the Derry Township Board of Supervisors Meeting scheduled on Tuesday, March 26^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.

Notice of Public Hearing. The Board of Supervisors will host a public hearing on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 6:00 pm, in the main meeting room of the Administration building at the Derry Township Municipal Complex, 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey, PA. The hearing concerns Conditional Use Application No. 2024-01 by Hockersville, LLC, for the property at 228 and 238 Hockersville Road, Hershey, PA (Dauphin County Parcel No. 24-034-031 and 24-034-032). The property, owned by Screaming Eagles, LLC, is proposed for townhouse construction. Interested parties are welcome to attend for public comment. Further details are available via the provided link.

We extend our warmest wishes to all residents, hoping that the joys of springtime and the promise of brighter days fill your hearts this holiday season.

The Derry Township Administration Building and Recycling Center will be closed on Friday, March 30, 2024, due to the observation of the Good Friday/Easter holiday.

Resurfacing Project to Begin on Multiple Routes in Derry Township

Department of Transportation (PennDOT): The new resurfacing project on Route 39 (Hershey Park Drive), Route 322 (Governor’s Road), Route 743 (Fishburn Road/Cocoa Avenue), and Route 2011 (Fishburn Road/Hockersville Road/Swatara Avenue) in Derry Township, Dauphin County, will run from Monday, March 18, 2024, until its anticipated completion on August 30, 2024. Click the link to read the details about this project (Map Link).

Milroy Road Reconstruction to Begins at Route 322/Chambers Hill Road

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT): The reconstruction of Milroy Road at the Route 322/Chambers Hill Road Intersection Improvement project in Swatara Township, Dauphin County, will run from March 18, 2024, through August 18, 2027. Click the link to read the details of this project (Map link).

Spring has arrived! The Derry Township Recycling Center and Yard Waste Drop-off area has rolled out extended hours to serve our community's needs. Embrace the convenience of longer operational hours from March 11 to November 3, 2024, facilitating effortless recycling and responsible disposal of yard waste. Visit our page to check out our updated hours and make the most of this service!

Protect your personal information and bring the documents you no longer need to the Township's Shred-It Event on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 8:00 am to 10:45 am at the Public Works Facility, 650 Clearwater Road. This event is for residents only and is limited to two bags/boxes per household. To learn more about this event, click this link.

Saturday, March 23, 12:00 pm

This class is for artists (or artists at heart) interested in basic comic book drawing techniques. Bring your drawing materials! This is a four-hour session to help you improve your skills. Feel free to bring a snack and drink. Ages 11+. For more event details and to register, click the link.

Saturday, March 23, 1:00 pm

Join Chess Club for a fun afternoon of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome! While all are welcome, children aged 11 and under must have a responsible person remain in the library during chess club. For more event details, click the link.

Monday, March 25, 6:30 pm

Join us at Troegs in Hershey for some adults-only LEGO^® time. Remember to get there early and grab some refreshments before we begin. Please register so we know how many tables we need to reserve. Our theme for the evening is mythological creatures. For more event details and to register, click the link.

Art Club

Wednesday, March 27, 5:00 pm

Bring your portable craft or art project to the library and connect with other creatives. Whether you're working on a knitting project, sketching your next masterpiece, or some other portable art project, please bring it to the library! There is no expectation of exquisite workmanship—just the joy of creating and connecting with people. See you then! For more event details, click the link.

Community Crochet Night

Wednesday, March 27, 6:00 pm

Spend the evening crocheting with Rita and other community crafters. Bring your current project, ask questions, build a community, and have fun. This is a free event for crocheters of all levels. It is appropriate for those aged 12 and older. For more event details, click the link.

The library will be closed on Saturday, March 30, but we're open 24/7 online! Click the link for more information on digital offerings.

Join us at the 38th Annual Egg Hunt at Shank Park tomorrow, Saturday, March 23^rd! Our event will be rain or shine. Visit our Facebook Events page for more details.

Join our team at the Derry Township Community Center. We’re looking to hire a Full-time Lifeguard. Comprehensive benefits and training opportunities are provided. Questions? Email Joseph Chubb. Apply Now!

Hershey Coralettes presents Weather Report on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 4:30 pm at the Derry Township Community Center. The cost is free. Donations welcome!

Hi-Ya! DeAngelis Martial Arts Karate Classes consist of traditional Martial Arts Sparring, one-steps, kata, self-defense, endurance, and strength training. Multiple classes range from age 8 to adult, so there's fun for the whole family! Enroll today to join in on the action!

Registration for Kids' Summer Camps is here. Don't miss out on these awesome themes, from art to space! Spaces are limited; enroll now!

April 8^th, 15^th, 22^th, & 29^th

Inversion Workshop, with Kate Toczek, E-RYT, Personal Trainer, Stretching, and Flexibility Coach. This workshop turns yoga practice upside down by safely working into these fun and invigorating poses: shoulder stand, crow and side crow, forearm stand, and handstand. Follow the link for class details and registration!

Begins April 13^th

Magic 101 Workshop is back at the Derry Township Community Center! Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning? Look no further than this 2.5-hour magic workshop on April 13th from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. Learn special magic tricks and take home some awesome new tricks to try for family and friends! Get signed up today!

Begins April 16^th

Ages 5-7 – 4:30-5:15 pm

Ages 8-10 – 5:30-6:15 pm

Ages 11-15 – 3:15-4:15 pm

Spring classes are forming now with Next Generation Yoga® with Cindy Lesher! The classes are a style of Yoga that, on the outside, might seem like play but have a definite purpose. They follow the same sequence as adult Yoga, incorporating traditional yoga poses, breathing exercises, mindfulness, relaxation techniques, creative elements of movement, learning points, visualization, sensory integration, and fun stuff. Each class is tailored for the age group being taught. Props, music, books, and games grab their attention as they practice Yoga. Click this link to access registration for all classes.

Begins April 17^th

Ages 11-15 – 3:30-4:30 pm

After School Zen Den, Next Generation Yoga® with Cindy Lesher will help kids ages 11-15 to slow down and discover peacefulness by practicing mindfulness in a lighthearted environment. Enroll today!

Begins April 17^th

The popular Intro to Digital Photography class is back this spring! Join local photographer Michael Yatsko for this 6-week class to learn about the history of photography and cameras, the science behind how a DSLR camera works, lenses and how different ones produce different results, the exposure triangle—aperture, shutter speed, and ISO—lots of composition techniques, and much, much more. Register today to secure your spot in the class!

Soccer Shots: Spring Season starts soon! Enroll online by signing up online!

The Derry Township Community Center Aquatics Team is now hiring for Seasonal Summer Lifeguards. Lifeguard Training is provided. Apply now to begin employment from May through September!

Are you embarking on an eggs expedition for Easter treats but unsure what to fill your baskets with or what gifts to give your loved ones? Bring joy this Easter with an eggstatic Derry Township Community Center gift card! It can be used towards membership or any fun-filled program they've been waiting to try! Click to purchase!

See what's happening at the Leader Center for Active Life. Take a look at their Newsletter! If you would like to learn more about the center, you can visit the website.

March 30, 10:00 am

Get ready to hop around Downtown Hershey Association for our adult egg hunt on Saturday, March 30, from 10 am to 1 pm! Don't let the kids have all the fun this Easter season. Join us for a fun-filled day of searching for hidden eggs and winning EGG-cellent prizes. We'll have a unique location for you to turn in your numbered egg and claim your prize. Please note that only one egg prize per adult can be turned in. Don't miss out on the fun; click here for more details!

April 20, 8:00 am

Clean communities are happier places to live, work, and visit. That's why the Downtown Hershey Association is excited to announce our upcoming Community Clean-Up Event! We are teaming up with individuals and organizations in our community to make a difference and create a cleaner environment for everyone. If you or your organization want to get involved, we invite you to join us on the event day. Check-in will be at the Chocolate Town Park, located adjacent to the Hershey Fire Department, starting at 7:30 am on April 20, 2024. Together, we can make Derry Township a cleaner and more beautiful place to live! To learn more about the event and get all the details, please click here!

Friday, March 22^nd, 12:00 pm

Tickets go on Sale!

Diamonds and Denim Ladies Night Out is one of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA’s (RMHC-CP) premier events. Each year, women throughout Central Pennsylvania get together to have fun and network while supporting RMHC-CP’s mission of keeping families together. Shine in your favorite blue jeans and gems as you enjoy an array of hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, desserts, raffles, and a fun silent auction! Click to purchase your tickets today!

Saturday, March 23^rd, 8:00 pm

The Hershey Symphony Orchestra will present “Glorious” at Founders Hall on Milton Hershey School's campus on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 8:00 pm. Click for details!

Thursday, March 28^th, 6:30 pm

Hershey Area Art Association will be offering a class on Encaustic Painting, the art of wax painting. The class starts on Thursday, March 28, 2024, from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Supplies will be provided. For more information and other events, click the link.

Monday, April 1^st, 1:00 pm

The next Hershey Horticulture Society monthly program will be held at Brownstone Lodge, Hershey, on Monday, April 1, at 1:00 pm Penn State Master Gardener Kevin Kelly will present "Happy Hydrangeas—How to Grow Gorgeous Shrubs." This event is open to the public; no fee or pre-registration is required. Click the link for details. 

Saturday, May 11^th, 9:00 am

Join us for our 2024 season kick-off event on Saturday, May 11, from 9:00 am to noon at the Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Conservation Area along Cocoa Avenue in Hershey! We'll plant new plots with nectar plants, lay woodchips on paths, and refurbish older plots. Parking is available in the lot just south of the driveway at 1141 Cocoa, across from Cocoa Plex. Please bring work gloves, tools (shovel, trowel, wheelbarrow, etc.), drinking water in a reusable bottle, and bug repellent if needed. Sign up now by clicking the link! 

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 *Pre-orders are due.

SPRING is here, and it's time to start thinking of FLOWERS!!! The Bowman Trust is again selling beautiful flower baskets available for pick up on Saturday, May 11, 2024 (between 9:00 am and 10:00 am)—the day before Mother's Day!!! All baskets must be pre-ordered and pre-paid by April 3, 2024. Two basket sizes are available. Thank you for supporting the William S. Bowman Trust and the beautification of Hershey! Click the link to purchase yours today!

Wednesday, April 3^rd, 7:00 pm

Join us for an informative meeting about the Hershey Mountain Bike Team at the Derry Township Community Center on Wednesday, April 3, at 7:00 pm in Hershey. We'll discuss pre-season, summer practice, fall races, and yearlong adventures! Click the link, learn more, and join the team!

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Sunday, April 7^th, *Pre-orders due!

Are you hungry for a good spaghetti dinner? Join us at the Hershey Community Chorus Spring Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 E. Areba Avenue, Hershey. Preorders guarantee a meal and must be ordered by April 7, 2024, through a chorus member or by email. Please specify “take out or dine in.” Payment is due at pick up (cash or check payable to HCC). Walk-ins are welcome as long as dinners last. Click for more detailed pricing information.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Derry Township Community Cats will offer residents a free TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return) clinic on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. This clinic is designed to help control the cat population in the area. Derry Township Community Cats will also offer future clinics on May 8, and June 12. If you have any questions about the clinics or the TNVR program, please don't hesitate to contact them by phone at 717-592-8087, email, or through their website. We hope to see you at the clinic!

Saturday, April 13th, 8:00 am (*Registration begins at 7:30 am)

Representative Mehaffie & Sportsmen Limited Inc. presents the 2024 Children’s Trout Derby, which will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 8:00 am until 11:00 am. The event will be held at Middletown Reservoir’s discharge spillway, just off Roundtop Road in Londonderry Township. Registration is free from 7:30 am to 10:00 am. Fishing ends at 11:00 am and will be followed by awards. An adult must accompany all children. Please be aware that no spinners are allowed, and we follow all the rules and regulations set by the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission. Click the link for details.

Saturday, April 13th, 11:00 am

Things are heating up in Hershey! Join us in supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA at the 'Showdown in Chocolatetown' Chili Cook-Off. This event, officially sanctioned by the International Chili Society, invites chili enthusiasts from all over to secure their place at the World Championship Chili Cook-off. Set your calendars for Saturday, April 13th, 2024, at The Englewood in Hershey, where from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, you'll have the opportunity to taste test chilis crafted by some of the world's finest chili chefs and vote for your favorite to win the 'People's Choice' Champion title. All proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA. Click the link for event details!