Derry Township eNews - November 12, 2021 |
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Board of Supervisors Meeting Recording Available |
The Derry Township Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting Tuesday, November 9th at 7 p.m. To listen to the recording, please click this link
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Derry Township Supervisors 2022 Budget Hearing |
The public is invited to attend the Derry Township Board of Supervisors 2022 Budget Hearing on Tuesday, November 16th at 5:30 p.m. This meeting will be held in-person at the Derry Township Administration Building 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey, PA 17033 |
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Hershey Community Center Positions |
The Township of Derry Department of Parks and Recreation is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Recreation Coordinator, Fitness Coordinator, Aquatic Specialist, and Administrative Assistant to provide for the overall general health, safety, and enjoyment of recreation programs in the brand new Hershey Community Center with employment beginning January 2022.
To read the full descriptions and to apply, click this link.
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Public Works Seeks Seasonal Laborers |
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 $16.50 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a current valid PA Driver’s license.
Contact Information:
Attention Bob Piccolo, at (717) 533-2057, option 4 or mail your application to 650 Clearwater Road Hershey, PA 17033
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NOTICE TO DERRY TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS |
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Supervisors of the Township of Derry, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, that resumés and cover letters will be accepted for positions on the following Boards:
- Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
- Planning Commission
- Downtown Core Design Board
- Shade Tree Commission
- General Authority
- Industrial & Commercial Development Authority
- Board of Library Directors
- Tax Collection Association
- Derry Township Municipal Authority
- Zoning Hearing Board
- Uniform Construction Code Appeals Board
Residents of Derry Township who are interested in serving on any of the above boards are requested to submit a letter of interest and a resumé to the Township of Derry, 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey, PA 17033, no later than December 17, 2021. Appointments will be made at the Reorganization Meeting on Monday, January 3, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.
All interested parties are invited to attend the above-referenced public meeting of the Board of Supervisors, which will be held in the main meeting room of the Administration building at the Derry Township Municipal Complex, 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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2021 Leaf Collection Schedule |
Leaf collection is underway in Derry Township and will continue through Friday, December 3, 2021.
We ask that residents observe the following guidelines when placing leaves at the curb:
- No leaf collection will be made in alleys.
- Do not place any foreign materials, such as rocks, toys, boards, tree trimmings, garden waste, flower stalks, etc. in leaves to be collected. If any such items are present, the leaf pile will not be collected. Foreign material in leaf piles can cause injuries to the workers and can damage the equipment.
- Grass clippings will not be collected. Grass clippings can be taken to the Recycling Center during operating hours.
The Public Works Department will make every effort to adhere to the schedule shown below. The Department is dealing with staffing shortages that may create some challenges. Inclement weather and the quantity of leaves will also determine whether it is possible for the Public Works Department to stay on scheduled. We are asking for your cooperation during this challenging season ahead.
Please trim trees to a height of 12 feet above the cart way to allow clearance for leaf trucks. Place basketball nets so they do not extend beyond the curb to avoid contact with the leaf picking equipment.
As a final note, we would like to remind all residents that children playing in leaves on the street and cars parked on leaves constitute extremely dangerous conditions.
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Township Meetings and Events Calendars |
Township facilities will be closed on November 11th for the observance of Veteran's Day.
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November 1st-30th
Oh no! Dinosaurs have taken over the library! Check out the library's social media pages Monday - Friday throughout November and see what the dinosaurs have done while the library was closed.
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November 13th at 10am virtually via Zoom
This virtual program combines dance and music with storytelling for an interactive and rhythmic performance sharing the traditions and history of the American art form of tap dance. Tap Live! Is presented by Quynn Johnson, a graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C., and native of Flint, Michigan, an award-winning performing, teaching artist and author. She has toured as the tap soloist in the Tony Award-winning production After Midnight (NCL) and performed both nationally and internationally. Thanks to the Friends of the Hershey Public Library for sponsoring this program. Register here.
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Zoom: Art of Coziness with Vanessa Young, Founder of Thirsty Radish |
November 13 at 2pm
Embrace the season in a uniquely cozy way with practical tips to support comfort and happiness at home. We will explore cooking ideas, home décor approaches, and lifestyle strategies that create a warm, joy-filled environment filled with simple pleasures. This class is grounded in cultural approaches to coziness that apply to all of our lives, particularly as we seek new ways to enjoy time at home and celebrate togetherness.
Vanessa Young is a cooking instructor, writer, and educator known for her artful approach to food and wellness topics and her focus on seasonal meals. As the founder of Thirsty Radish (www.thirstyradish.com), she shares recipes and inspires a creative approach to life in and out of the kitchen. Thanks to the Friends of the Hershey Public Library for sponsoring this program. Register Here.
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Come play the spaceship bridge simulator on Thursday, November 18, 5-7pm.
Artemis is a role-based, starship bridge simulation. Each player takes on a role: Captain, Weapons, Helm, Engineering, Science, or Communications, and all work together to navigate fun and challenging missions. If it sounds like Star Trek, you wouldn't be wrong, but we can't call it Star Trek. But it's like Star Trek. We play for two hours and some change depending on how things go. We have enough computers for two bridges, which is 10 people.
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Parks & Recreation Events |
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Wednesday, November 24th
In this workshop, children will build and test LEGO® “Mayflower” in real water to see which ships are seaworthy! Will yours float or sink? How many “pilgrims” can it hold? We will also build a Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Float, play games, and create other fun with engineering design challenges.
For more information and to register, click this link.
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Monday, November 29th from 9am-12pm
Does your builder enjoy designing beautiful buildings or functional spaces for their mini-figures? If so, this program is the perfect space for your young architect to sharpen their design and building skills! All buildings, from the Empire State Building to the house next door, started as an idea in an architect’s head. Students will learn how to take an idea from their head and turn it into a building in the real world. They will be guided through the building process, from creating a floor plan to disaster-proofing the structure, so that they will be able to create the next best thing in LEGO® architecture!
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Monday, November 29th from 1pm-4pm
In this Star Wars®-inspired program, your youngling will explore the galaxy with their master building skills and our intergalactically-focused curriculum. Motivated to become Jedi like the heroes in the movies - students will learn to concentrate on mastering the Force, appreciating the use of teamwork to build battle drones and AT-Walkers, and make their very own lightsaber to use in battle! May the force be with your young Padawan as they rise through the Jedi ranks!
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Community News and Events |
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The People Mover Needs You! |
The Senior Citizens’ Council of Derry Township (aka The People Mover) is looking for volunteers and new riders.
The People Mover provides free transportation services to the senior citizens of Derry Township, who are 60 years of age or older and their caregivers.
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Happy Days are Here Again with
Singer Donny Most
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The Hershey Symphony Orchestra presents Donny Most, lovable “Ralph Malph” from the beloved and timeless series “Happy Days” on November 13, 2021 at 8 p.m. at The Hershey Theatre. Most will bring an entire memory book of the “Good ol’ Days” singing a tribute to his musical heroes, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr. and Bobby Darin.
Reserved seat tickets range from $20 to $29 and can be selected and purchased directly through the Hershey Symphony Orchestra website at www.HersheySymphony.org.
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Hershey Area Playhouse Announces 2022 Season |
Hershey Area Playhouse has announced an exciting schedule of theater for its 2022 season. Shows include: Stage Kiss, Unforgettable Big Band, Hot 'n' Cole: A Cole Porter, The Wedding Singer, and the fall youth musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella.
All performances will take place at Hershey Area Playhouse, 830 Cherry Drive, Hershey, Pa. Discounted season tickets are available by purchasing at least four shows; individual tickets are also available. For more information, please visit www.HersheyAreaPlayhouse.com.
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DTCC is holding a supplies fundraiser to help us with our TNR (trap, neuter, return) program for free roaming cats in Derry Township. Look for our truck in the Karns, Hershey parking lot on Saturday, November 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The items we need most are: paper towels, Purina cat and kitten chow, Friskies or Fancy Feast wet food, Yesterday’s News litter and Karns gift cards. Hope to see you there!
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Ronald McDonald House Auction |
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA is hosting its Light a Light! Share a Night! Silent Auction. Starting November 21st through the 27th, the auction will include items for the home, gift cards for local businesses, themed baskets, and tickets for a variety of entertainment experiences. All funds raised will go directly to supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central PA's mission of keeping families together.
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Cookie Walk Set at Derry Church |
The Presbyterian Women of Derry Presbyterian Church will hold its popular cookie walk from 9 am to 12 pm on Saturday, December 4 in the fellowship hall at Derry Presbyterian Church, 248 East Derry Road, Hershey.
A wide variety of home-baked cookies including gluten-free will be for sale by the pound, and customers can mix and match to create an assortment of their favorites. Some cookies and baked goods will be individually priced. Proceeds will support mission work of the Presbyterian Church.
Face masks are required. Handicapped parking and an elevator are available. For more information, call the church office at 717-533-9667 or visit derrypres.org.
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Spring Creek Church of the Brethren will host Advent Bible School on December 4 and 11 from 2:00 – 4:30. Bible school will be for children ages 4 years old – 5th grade. Our theme this year will be Star Trip – Our Faith Awakens, which will guide us as we learn about the birth of Jesus and why we celebrate Christmas. We will have centers, singing, and lots of fun.
Spring Creek Church of the Brethren
335 East Areba Avenue, Hershey
Call 717-533-7192 or click this link to sign up
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