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

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

Derry Township Municipal Authority continues work on their construction efforts on the following projects: the Deer Run Stream and Bullfrog Valley Stream Restoration and Oakmont Stormwater Swale and Basin Projects. To learn more detailed descriptions of these projects, click here.

Residents will see a price increase starting in April 2023, effective in the 2^nd quarter billing based on the original bid pricing with Waste Management. Residents will receive this increase in their March billing. To review details of the increase, click here.

The Derry Township Police Department was pleased to announce their recent promotion of Wendy Burgwald at the Tuesday, February 28, 2023, Board of Supervisors meeting. Chairman, Chris Abruzzo, swore in Police Officer Wendy Burgwald to Sergeant.

The Township of Derry, Public Works Department has immediate openings for Seasonal Laborers. Work will consist of grounds and parks maintenance, leaf collection, and winter snow removal. Starting wage is $17.38 per hour with the flexibility in the schedule of 32 hours per week. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a current valid PA Driver’s license. For more information call 717-533-2057, option 4. To apply for this position, click this link.

Protect your personal information and bring the documents that you no longer need to the Township’s Shred-It Event on Saturday, April 15, 2023, 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 4, 2023, 1:00 pm

Join Chess Club for a fun afternoon of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate. For more details and dates, check our event calendar here.

Wednesday, March 08, 2023, 3:00 pm

Join us in the Teen Space for a fun craft to help you unwind your mind. This week we'll be crafting string art and friendship bracelets. For more event details, click here.

Saturday, March 11, 2023, 2:00-3:30 pm

From Musical Festivals to Renaissance Fairs, from busking the streets of Ireland to performing for school assemblies, Seasons strives to share their music wherever possible. With their influences ranging from O'Carolan to Yeah Yeah Yeahs, the group creates an exciting and surprising fusion of various Celtic and American folk styles in their original music, resulting in a sound that is truly worth a listen. Generously sponsored by Friends of the Hershey Public Library. For more event details and to register, click here.

Monday, March 13, 2023, 11:00 am

Understanding how your income tax is calculated is vitally important not only for future retirement planning but also to make sure you are maximizing your deductions/credits to keep as much of your income as possible. Please join Jay and FEP on March 13^th at 11:00 am for an informative presentation covering taxes. For more event details and to register, click here.

Derry Township Parks & Recreation 37^th Annual Egg Hunt is hopping around again on Saturday, April 1, 2023! You can find The Easter Bunny at the hunt from 10:00 -11:00 am at Shank Park, Bullfrog Valley Road, Hershey, PA. The event will take place Rain or Shine! The hunt times are as follows: 2 years and under at 10:00 am, 3 and 4 year olds at 10:15 am, 5 and 6 year olds at 10:30 am, and 7 and 8 year olds at 10:45 am. Questions? Click here to email us.

Now Hiring Yoga Instructors! The Derry Township Community Center Fitness Department is looking for professional, knowledgeable, certified Yoga instructors to teach at various times throughout the week. To read the full descriptions and apply, click this link.

Begins Mar 7^th

After-School Yoga

Ages 5-7 - 4:30-5:15 pm

Ages 8-10 - 5:30-6:15 pm

Ages 11-13 - 3:30-4:15 pm

Begins Mar 8^th

Grown Up & Me Yoga with Babies 9 to 24 months 5:30-6:00 pm

Begins Mar 9^th

Grown Up & Me Yoga with Ages 2-4

9:30-10:00 am

Registration is open now for youth yoga classes! Next Generation Yoga® with Cindy Lesher combines traditional Yoga with creative elements, tailoring the delivery to meet and engage children of all ages and developmental stages. To register for any of these classes, visit our site today.

Begins Mar 11^th

Dreamers Productions (Musical Theatre) is excited to introduce a NEW Musical Theatre Program! These new Musical Theatre classes are being offered for ages 5 to 18. The program features 5-weekly classes, and a final performance on the 6th week to show off all the skills they learned. Classes begin on Saturday, March 11^th! To register for this class, visit our site to sign up today!

Begins Mar 13^th

Join this 6-week Sweat in Sweats, Spring Shape-Up transformation program that will get you fast results! Wear sweats or lighter clothing...no need to worry about body image! Personal Trainer, Nate Daugherty, will give you a great workout with the correct form and nutrition coaching. To register for this class, visit our site to sign up today!

Begins Mar 15^th

Join this 6-week program, Build Better Blood Sugar Habits, taught by the owner of Jenn Hoover Functional Medicine Health Coaching, LLC who is an expert in supporting behavior change and will help you set nutritional and exercise goals to help you improve your blood sugar levels. Her client-centered approach is rooted in functional medicine principles that look at the body as a whole system. To learn more and register for this class, visit our site to sign up today!

Begins Mar 18^th

Shazam! Magic 101 is back, but this time, it brought its friend, Magic 102! These two classes can be taken together if you choose, as each class will be learning different (yet introductory) things. We've received glowing reviews about these classes this winter, so expect the seats to fill up quickly! Visit our site to register today.

Looking for a full-time position with an energetic aquatic team? Apply to be a Full-Time Lifeguard at the new Derry Township Community Center! Training Provided. To read the full descriptions and apply, click this link.

Begins Mar 20^th

Our American Sign Language Level 1 course is back this spring! Join us for a comprehensive class that introduces the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) and is designed for people who have little or no previous knowledge of ASL. Visit our site to register today.

Begins April 6^th

Allison Juliana's popular Art Exploration for Kids and Illustration, art classes are back this spring! Winter classes are sold out, so be sure to sign up soon to secure your spot! To register, visit our site today!

Now Interviewing for Summer employment at the Derry Township Community Center! To read the full descriptions and apply, click this link.

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

Saturday, March 4, 2023, 2:00 & 6:00 pm

The Studio is excited to present the ballet of The Wizard of Oz at the Scottish Rite Theater. Show times are Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm. For more details and to purchase tickets for the event, visit the website.

Monday, March 6, 2023, 1:00 pm

Hershey Horticultural Society is offering a program, “Update of My Landscaping Progress,” by member Deborah Musselman. The program is being held at the Brownstone Masonic Lodge, Hershey. This is free of charge to the public, and no pre-registration is required. For more details about this event, visit their website.

Saturday, March 11, 2023, 9:00 am

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center and New Kingstown Fire Department are offering a free Family & Friends CPR class on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 9:00 am. American Heart Association-trained instructors will teach participants the skills to successfully perform CPR in the event of cardiac arrest, as well as how to help a person who is choking. To learn more and register, click this link or send an email to Penn State Health.

Saturday, March 11, 2023, 8:00 pm

The Hershey Symphony Celebrates the Classics of Elton John. This one-time performance will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 8:00 pm at the Hershey Theatre. Guest artist Clayton Lee will also be singing at the event. To find out more about this event, click this link.

Sunday, April 30, 2023, 4:00-7:00 pm

The Hershey Symphony Orchestra invites the community to "Classics and Jazz," a special fundraising event at the Fountain Lobby at The Hotel Hershey, Sunday, April 30, 2023, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. The night will feature a silent auction and musical guests. For event details, click this link.

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Derry Township Community Cats is the Township’s trap, neuter/spay, vaccinate, and return program for free-roaming cats in our community. Last year, 68 cats went through the clinic, over half of which were able to go into rescue programs. Our first two clinics of the year are on March 14, 2023, and April 11, 2023. Please call the cat line (717) 592-8087 to connect with our services. For more information, visit our website.

Saturday, March 18, 2023

Love INC of Greater Hershey is offering Indoor Miniature Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Round up your friends, rally your family, gather your small group, or assemble a few of your colleagues for this friendly competition to support people in need. You do not want to miss this amusing event featuring an 18-hole miniature golf course indoors on what is typically a cold and dreary day in March. Come on out for a good time while chipping in for neighbors in our community. All proceeds benefit the programs of Love INC of Greater Hershey. To register and find out more about this event, go to their website (events).

Tuesday, March 21, 2023, 11:00 am-9:00 pm

Please join us on March 21^st at Rubber Soul in Hummelstown to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! This event is hosted by 3.21 For Life, a local organization committed to raising awareness and opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome as well as funds to local non-profits for camps and therapeutic programs in the Hershey/Hummelstown area. This is a FREE event from 11:00 am-9:00 pm including kids' activities, raffles, a silent auction, 3.21 merchandise, Down the Hatch IPA, and live music! For more details, visit their website.

Tuesday, March 21, 2023, 5:00-8:00 pm

Join Courtyard of Honor and the Derry Township Police Department as they partner together on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, for FREE coffee, candy, and conversation at the Starbucks located at Hershey Towne Square 169 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. It's a time to get together to answer questions, learn more about this great project, and discover how you, a Hershey resident can get involved as a community and make a positive impact with this project for future generations. For more information, visit our website.

Sunday, March 26, 2023, 4:00 pm

The Mendelssohn Piano Trio will explore three stylistically different compositions when they perform at 4:00 pm Sunday, March 26, 2023, in the Sanctuary of Derry Presbyterian Church, 248 East Derry Road, Hershey. The concert is part of the church’s 2023 Arts Alive! cultural series. A free-will offering will be received. Handicapped parking and an elevator are available. For more information about this event, visit their website.