The Township of Derry Board of Supervisors will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, March 14, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to consider Resolution No. 2022-10 requesting Grant Funding from the Commonwealth Finance Authority – Local Share Grant Program. To read the detailed information, please click on this link.

The Derry Township Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting Tuesday, March 8th at 7 p.m.

To listen to the recording, please click this link.

As we noted in the March 4^th Enews, starting April 1, 2022 residents will see an increase in their monthly fees for the collection of solid waste and recyclable materials from their homes. Click this link for more information.

Link to the form, click this link.

The Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association (PCPA) and the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (PLEAC) presented the Derry Township Police Department with their most recent Certificate of Law Enforcement Accreditation through PLEAC 

Wood & Yard Collection information can be found on our website. For detailed information click this link. Waste Management sent residents an updated

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Saturday, April 9, 2022, 8:00-10:45 am.

Join Chess Club for a fun afternoon of chess. Location will vary from week to week--please check the daily listing in the library!

Click this link for more information and to register.

Bill Henschke will share their amazing photos and stories of swimming with sharks. It will be a fun and educational dialogue about sharks, photography, and adventure. Register Online.

Rock the afternoon away with rock painting. Create a small piece of art to share or to decorate your study space. Join us in the Teen Room and let's get creative. Register online.

Come play the spaceship bridge simulator on Friday, March 18, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Room 1.

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. We play for two hours and some change depending on how things go. We have enough computers for two bridges, which is 10 people.

Click this link for more information and to register

Memberships & Gift Cards Available Now!

We're offering 10-Day Admission, 1-Month, 3-Month, & Annual Memberships. For Residents & Non-Residents, for Adults, Youth, Seniors, and Families.

To join now, click this link.

The Township of Derry Department of Parks and Recreation is currently accepting applications for Seasonal Aquatic Exercise Instructors, Concession/Facility Attendants, Fitness Attendants, Front Desk Attendants, Lifeguards, and Swim Instructors to provide for the overall general health, safety, and enjoyment of recreation programs in the brand new Derry Township Community Center with employment beginning May 2022.

To read the descriptions and to apply, click this link:

Derry Township Community Center is hiring Instructors who teach Cardio, HIIT, or Strength/Toning formats for mid-mornings on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, as well as Thursday evenings. As an instructor, you’ll be teaching in state-of-the-art facilities and joining a great team of Group Ex Instructors.

To read the full description and to apply, click this link: Township of Derry Department of Parks & Recreation Mission, Benefits, and Work Culture | Indeed.com

• Aquatic Exercise Instructors

Classes begin March 8^th

Gentle Yoga @ Brookside Park

Gentle Yoga class is the perfect class to begin your yoga experience. You will learn the alignment of each pose, ways to modify it to suit your physical needs, and how your breath is a tool for your practice. Yoga has many benefits such as increasing mobility, strength, focus, balance, and has been known to help reduce anxiety and stress.

For more information and to register, click this link.

Begins March 28^th

This program will focus on form, footwork, fun skill games, and strategy helping kids improve their tennis game while having fun and playing a safe sport.

For more information and to register: click this link.

Begins April 2^nd

Follow the link to register: click this link.

Begins April 2^nd

Follow the link to register: click this link.

Saturday, April 9^th, 2022, 10:00-11:00 am

Derry Township Parks & Recreation 36th Annual Egg Hunt at Shank Park, Bullfrog Valley Road, Hershey, PA. The Easter Bunny will be at the hunt from 10:00 -11:00 am. The event will take place Rain or Shine! Hunt times are as follows: 2 & under, 10 am; 3 & 4 years old, 10:15 am; 5 & 6 years old, 10:30 am;

7 & 8 years old 10:45 am. Questions, please email parkshelpdesk@derrytownship.org

April 13^th

Follow the link to register: Event Registration by Location - Snapology of Reading & Lancaster PA

April 13^th 

Follow the link to register: Event Registration by Location - Snapology of Reading & Lancaster PA

April 14^th 

Follow the link to register: Event Registration by Location - Snapology of Reading & Lancaster PA

April 14^th 

Follow the link to register:  Event Registration by Location - Snapology of Reading & Lancaster PA

April 18^th 

Follow the link to register: Event Registration by Location - Snapology of Reading & Lancaster PA

April 18^th 

Follow the link to register: Event Registration by Location - Snapology of Reading & Lancaster PA

Click this link for ticket information.

The cost is $75 per wine and chocolate box with all proceeds benefiting The Hershey Symphony Orchestra. Reservations may be made on the Symphony website at www.HersheySymphony.org

Ageism is a threat that can impact anyone and everyone regardless of age. In this online program, with cross-generational challenges trailblazer, consultant, and author Phyllis Weiss Haserot,

This online event will be live-streamed on the Derry Township Youtube channel.

Penn State College of Medicine presents its 23rd Annual Mini Medical School, featuring a unique curriculum on the field of medicine and the College’s contributions to research and health care. This free, virtual event is open to everyone from high school students to retired seniors. It will take place on March 1, 8 and 15, from 6 to 8:30 pm. Learn more and register at med.psu.edu/mini-medical-school.

The Zoom link can be obtained by visiting Hershey Indivisible Team’s website at: www.hersheyindivisibleteam.org or by going to Hershey Indivisible’s Facebook page.

Both series include a retreat from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 14. Learn more about the course at https://med.psu.edu/mbsr.

Saturday, March 26^th, 2022, 12:00-1:30 pm

This enchanted party will feature learn-to-skate lessons by your favorite princesses and professional ice skaters followed by fun and plenty of photo opportunities! Princess dresses and tiaras are highly encouraged! All ages & skating abilities welcome (gloves & helmets recommended). Skate rental included. Parking is free. Space is limited. Advanced payment and registration are required at http://www.hersheyfigureskating.org

Questions? To learn more information, click this link.

Sunday, March 27^th, 2022, 11:30 am

First United Methodist Church of Hershey invites the public to a Community Prayer Vigil for Ukraine. The gathering will take place on March 27 at 11:30 a.m. in Chocolate Town Park, adjacent to the church, rear of 64 W. Chocolate Ave. All are invited to join in offering prayers and songs for peace and comfort for the people of Ukraine. First UMC has a long partnership with the non-profit “Raising Hope Ukraine”. For more information or to donate toward humanitarian relief in Ukraine, visit www.raisinghopeukraine.com.

Friday, April 1^st, 2022, Registration Deadline

The Bowman Trust is once again selling beautiful flower baskets that will be available for pick up on Saturday, May 7th 2022 (between 9am and 11am), which is the day before Mother's Day!!! All baskets must be pre-ordered and pre-paid by April 1st 2022. Print out the attached image for more information. 2 basket sizes available. Thank you for supporting the William S. Bowman Trust! Click this link for more information.

The fun will begin with our egg-perienced coaches teaching the basics of ice skating. Bring your camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny and our on ice egg hunt! Prince includes ice skating, group skating lesson, skate rental, on-ice egg hunt, visit with the Easter bunny, and much more! For advanced payment and registration go to this link.

It is more important than ever to reduce energy use and save money. Up to 2/3 of the energy we produce and pay for is lost to waste. Check out this Citizen’s Guide to Reducing Energy Waste for tips about how you can get started reducing your energy and water usage around your home or office.

The Derry Township Climate Change Advisory Committee is a citizen’s group tasked by the Township Board of Supervisors with recommending strategies to help reduce our community’s impact on the environment. Contact us to learn about upcoming meetings and get involved: HersheyClimateAction@gmail.com

Come Join Our 5K Race, 1-Mile Fun Run, Race, & Virtual Race at the 31st Annual Ben & Tim Day - August 27, 2022. Ben & Tim Day Benefiting the Ben Yupcavage and Tim Russell Memorial Scholarship Funds, as well as local charities and organizations that benefit students. For more information about Ben & Tim Day, please visit our website. For more information, click here.