We would like to inform the public that the Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 5, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 7:00 pm.

The Derry Township Board of Supervisors held its regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 7:00 pm.

When available, the recording can be accessed by clicking this link.

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. 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. 

Effective Monday, December 4, 2023, Stoverdale Road will be closed between Kaylor Road and Sherwood Drive during daylight hours 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.

Derry Township residents, please remember our tree branch guidelines for sidewalks and roadways. Branches should not hang lower than 9 feet over sidewalks and 12 feet over roadways, ensuring pedestrian and vehicle safety. Avoid foliage blocking street signs and lights for driver visibility and pedestrian safety. Property owners are responsible

for pruning trees and removing obstructive vegetation by maintaining sidewalks, streets, and alleys. Drop off branches at the Derry Township Public Works Recycling Center during operating hours; click here.

The Public Works Department is working diligently to gather leaves this fall season; we ask that residents continue to collect leaves at the curb’s edge while ensuring that fire hydrants and street signs remain unobstructed. Please have your leaves out the night before your scheduled pickup day. Furthermore, we urge you not to blow leaves onto the street, which poses risks for drivers and pedestrians. If foreign material, such as rocks, tree trimmings, garden waste, flower stalks, boards, toys, etc., are found in the leaf pile, the leaf pile will NOT be collected. Foreign materials cause mechanical breakdowns of equipment and delays in the collection process. Click here for the 2023 Leaf Collection Schedule.

Please be aware that the new winter hours for the Derry Township Recycling Center and Yard Waste Drop-off area hours have been adjusted until Sunday, March 10, 2024. We encourage you to check the updated hours by clicking 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.

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 2, 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 2 & 16, 10:00 am

Join Kathleen Forney for a 2-session project. Kathleen will walk students through creating a fused glass snow scene with a snowman. This project will cost $55 on the first day of class. For more event details, click here.

December 5, 10:00 am

Grab your current read and join us at Starbucks in Hershey Towne Square. Everyone deserves an hour and a half of uninterrupted reading, and this is yours. For more event details, click here.

December 6, 4:00 pm

Join Ms. Rita as she leads children through LEGO®s and life lessons, instilling confidence, curiosity, and the power of our creative spirits in young people. Children ages 6+ are welcome to register for each month they want to attend. For more event details, click here.

December 6, 6:00 pm

Pop by the library, grab a book, and a cup of tea or coffee donated by Starbucks at Hershey Towne Square. While supplies last. Join us for books and hot beverages. For more event details, click here.

December 6, 6:30 pm

Join Faye Gibson for a lively conversation relating to this month's book Beyond That, The Sea by Laura Spence. This is an excellent opportunity to read something new, meet new people, and engage with other book lovers in conversation. Please register for the event to help our facilitators properly prepare for the evening. For more event details, click 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.

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 Derry Township Community Center is excited to host the Hershey Chocolate Splash Swim Meet from Friday, December 1st through Sunday, December 3rd; WELCOME, Swimmers! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: COMPETITION POOL will be closed from 2:00 pm Friday, December 1st through Sunday, December 3rd. Lap lanes will be available for members/patrons in the Leisure pool.

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!

Calling all seeking to learn valuable lessons in the

4-week Karate classes at the Derry Township Community Center. Take your pick between Mondays or Thursdays, or both! To register, visit our site today!

Begins Dec 8^th

New Pickleball clinics are open for late November and December! Spots go very quickly, so don't hesitate to register! To register for these clinics, visit our site today.

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 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 enroll in our Youth Diving Program, 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!

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 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.

Saturday, December 2, 8:00 am

Cocoa Packs presents Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at The Chocolate Avenue Grill, Hershey, from 8:00 to 10:30 am. No reservation is required.

Saturday, December 2, 2:00 pm

Join the Downtown Hershey Association's Annual Holiday Celebration "Light Up" on December 2, 2023, from 2:00–6:00 pm! This year's event is in collaboration with Milton Hershey School, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, William Bowman Trust, and The Hershey Company. We proudly present a festive family event that will light up the Christmas tree and bring joy to all who attend. Bring your family and friends to enjoy entertainment, delicious food, and drinks. Don't miss the chance to meet Santa and make lasting memories. For event details, click here.

Saturday, December 2, 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm

Join the Hershey Symphony Orchestra as they Ring in the Season with their Annual Hershey Symphony Holiday Spectacular to the stage of the Hershey Theatre on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 2:00 and 8:00 pm. For tickets and event details, click here.

Saturday, December 2, 6:00 pm

Join Mortel High Hopes for Haiti Foundation at The Englewood in Hershey as they celebrate the past, present, and future of the Mortel HHH mission in Haiti. Get together for a fun-filled evening of dinner, a cash bar, dancing, a silent auction, and a raffle to benefit the children and adults in Haiti amidst the challenges and instability that surround them. For tickets and event details, click here.

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!

Join Hershey Figure Skating Club for a fantastic evening with a special Ice Princess! 6:00 to 7:00 pm Learn to ice skate with Princess Elsa, 7:00 to 8:00 pm Celebrate December and all things frozen, like ice and ice skates, off-ice! Registration is required. The price includes ice skating, skate rental, parking, all the pictures you care to take, snacks and goodies, and a special princess take-home! Click here for pricing and event details!