The Board of Supervisors of the Township of Derry in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, is currently accepting resumes and cover letters from interested individuals who wish to serve on the various Boards and help fill vacancies under their jurisdiction. If you want to serve your community by joining any of these Boards, please submit your resume and cover letter no later than December 15, 2023. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved in local government and make a difference in your community. We look forward to hearing from you! To view the vacancies, please click here. 

Residents are reminded that Waste Management WILL NOT pick up Christmas trees. The Public Works Department will pick up the Christmas trees starting January 2, 2024, and continue until January 26, 2024, WEATHER PERMITTING. Christmas trees should be placed at the street/curb for pick up, not in the alleys. During operating hours, Residents may bring their Christmas tree to the Derry Township Public Works Recycling Center; click here to view the schedule. 

On Monday, December 4, 2023, the closure of Stoverdale Road between Kaylor Road and Sherwood Drive began during daylight hours and will remain until further notice. This closure is due to the replacement of the water line in the area. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask that you plan your routes accordingly. We will provide updates as the work progresses and appreciate your patience.

Waste Management has compiled a holiday recycling checklist specifically for our residents. This checklist includes detailed information about how to dispose of holiday ornaments, lights, wreaths, and other decorations in an environmentally friendly way. We encourage you to review it and follow the guidelines to help reduce waste. To view the detailed listing, please click here.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has begun a bridge replacement project on Laudermilch Road (Route 2012) in Dauphin County. The bridge spans Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks between East Derry Road and Hershey Park Drive in Derry Township. Work began on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, and all work is expected to be completed by July 11, 2025. The bridge will be closed, and a detour will be put in place using East Derry Road, Route 422, North Lingle Avenue, and Hershey Park Drive. For details on this project and contact information, click here.

The Hershey Volunteer Fire Company and Santa will go through various neighborhoods in Derry Township to spread holiday cheer. Take advantage of this fun opportunity to see Santa and support your local fire company! Please click here to find out when they will be visiting your area.

Keystone Collections Group would like to remind those residents who still need to pay their 2023 per capita/occupation tax bill that the tax is due on or before December 31. Pay online using the invoice number from your bill. To save time, choose e-pay by clicking here.

December 8 & 9, 10:00 am

The Friends pop-up book sale returns! It is a great holiday shopping opportunity for the whole family. The sale includes puzzles, games, hardback fiction, comics, and children’s items. Cash, checks, or credit cards are accepted. Proceeds benefit library programming. For more event details, click here.

December 9, 11:00 am

Do you enjoy making handmade cards, or would you like to learn? With Wendy's guidance as your creative coach, you will make two seasonal cards using the newest Stampin' Up!^® products. No experience necessary! Feel free to stop by anytime between 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. The cost is $10, including all the supplies, envelopes, and a donation to the library. For more event details, click here.

December 9 & 16, 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 to remain in the library during chess club. For more event details, click here.

December 12, 2:00 pm

Register to join the round table discussion led by Jim Logue and engage in the Socratic method to delve into philosophical discussions and share opinions neutrally and respectfully without interruption. It's a great way to engage and expand your mind. Ages 18 and older, please. For more event details, click here.

December 14, 4:00 pm

Are you an artist? A poet? A writer? Share your story by contributing to our brand-new teen zine. Meet in the teen space to work on pieces for the zine with other teen artists and writers. For more event details, click here.

May the holidays bring peace, love, and joy to you and your family this holiday season! Derry Township Community Center is thankful for the community's love and support throughout the year! We will be open on Christmas Eve - Sunday, December 24th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and we will be closed on Christmas Day - Monday, December 25th. We look forward to seeing you after the holidays!

The Leisure Pool will have modified evening hours on Friday, December 15th, due to Santa’s Holiday Swim Fest! Please visit the pool schedule for details.

Registration is now open for several Group Winter Swim lessons through March! Sign up for Winter sessions 1, 2, 3, and 4 NOW OPEN! To register for these classes, visit our site today!

It is open enrollment season for health insurance! Please be aware that the Derry Township Community Center (DTCC) is only accepting the fitness program SilverSneakers, as a free membership option. When selecting your insurance options, please double-check your fitness program eligibility! If you are no longer eligible with SilverSneakers, please email us!

Lifestretch is 1:1 personal training that includes hands-on stretching while you learn self-stretching techniques. You will feel limber and relaxed after each session. Please email Jamie McGlaughlin, Fitness Coordinator, for an appointment.

Cycle Your Way to Fitness by spinning your way to good health. Sign up for one of our spin classes today!

Please check out our revised Group Ex fitness schedule for December! We have something for everyone, from cardio and strength training to yoga and cycling. Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic fitness community and take advantage of our Group Ex fitness schedule. Check out our website or visit us to see the full schedule and sign up for classes today! Click here to check it out! Now's the time to plan your holiday workouts check out our Holiday Group Ex Schedule!

Begins December 16^th

STEAM Through the Holidays will give kids the gifts of engineering, imagination, and creativity this holiday season with Challenge Island's winter-themed STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) workshops. To register for this class, visit our site today.

Begins December 20^th

Introducing Derry Township Community Center's (DTCC) own LEGO® Masters Competition! Six teams - two players on each team - will have an hour and a half to build a LEGO® design from scratch based on the night's theme. The designs will then be displayed in the DTCC's lobby to be voted on by the public to crown a champion. Participants will compete against other teams of similar age. To register, visit our site today!

Begins December 28^th

The wildly popular app/game "AMONG US" Day comes to the Derry Township Community Center! Crewmates will need to complete tasks around the facility while figuring out who the imposters are before they're all eliminated. Imposters must eliminate all crew members and sabotage their tasks to win the game. Join us for a day of fun! To register for this unique event, visit our site today!

Begins December 28^th

Magic is back at the Derry Township Community Center! Looking for something for your son/daughter to do over Christmas break? Look no further than this 2.5-hour magic workshop on December 28th 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! To register for this class, visit our site today!

New Pickleball Clinics are open for January! Spots go very quickly, so don’t hesitate to register! To register for these clinics, visit our site today!

Begins January 6^th

Musical Theatre is back at the Derry Township Community Center this winter! "Frozen" was a huge success, so next up is "The Lion King," which will start on January 6th. Practices will be on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings, with the final performance open to friends, family, and the public on Saturday, February 24th. Sign up today, as spots are

limited! To register for this class, visit our site today!

Begins January 7^th

Are you looking for a fun and exciting way for your child to learn the fundamentals of springboard diving? Look no further than our Youth Diving Program! Designed for children aged 8 to 18, our program is open to all abilities and experiences with diving, not just beginners. Our goal is to equip participants with the skills to perform basic dives and progress to more complex dives based on their ability level. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool unassisted. Don't miss out on this opportunity for your child to learn a new skill and have a blast doing it! To enroll in our Youth Diving Program, visit our site today!

Soccer Shots Winter Season is open for enrollment. Enroll online here!

Begins January 9^th & February 27^th

After-School Yoga

Ages 5-7 – 4:30-5:15 pm

Ages 8-10 – 5:30-6:15 pm

Ages 11-13 – 3:15-4:15 pm

Winter 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. To enroll in these classes, visit our site today!

Begins January 17^th

After School Zen Den, with Next Generation Yoga® with Cindy Lesher, will help kids ages 11-15 slow down and discover peacefulness through practicing mindfulness in a lighthearted environment. Register for 1 class or the entire 4-class series; visit our site today!

Are you looking to provide the gift of health and wellness to someone special in your life during the holiday season? Give them a gift card from the Derry Township Community Center! Gift cards can be used towards memberships, daily fees, programs, and our cafe! To purchase one today, click here!

See what's happening at the Leader Center for Active Life. Take a look at the December Newsletter! To learn more about the center, visit the website.

Friday, December 8, 7:00 pm &

Sunday, December 10, 3:00 pm

The Hershey Community Chorus presents its “Christmas Songs From Near And Far” concert. The HCC will perform at two locations. The first is on Friday, December 8, at 7:00 pm at The Hershey Story Museum, 63 W. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, and the second on Sunday, December 10, at 3:00 pm at the Hershey Free Church, 330 Hilltop Road, Hummelstown. For tickets and event details, click here.

Experience the excitement of the changing seasons with the Hershey History Center's fun-filled family events! Their community-focused center offers a variety of activities and attractions that are perfect for all ages. Click here for event details!