The public is welcome to attend the Derry Township Board of Supervisors Meeting scheduled on Tuesday, February 27^th, at 7:00 pm. This meeting will be held in person at the Derry Township Administration Building, 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey, PA 17033.

The agenda will be available on the website.

We wanted to share a helpful tool provided by Penn Dot that guides you on using a roundabout. Roundabouts can be confusing for some, but they are designed to improve traffic flow and safety. By following the guidelines provided by Penn Dot's video, you can ensure a smooth and safe experience while navigating a roundabout. To access the video, click the link. 

Saturday, February 24, 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 remain in the library during chess club. For more event details, click the link.

Saturday, February 24, 2:00 pm

Join the Friends of the Hershey Public Library for a film series celebrating The Power of Stories. This Saturday, we will show Pay It Forward - rated PG-13. For more event details, click the link.

Saturday, February 24, 2:00 pm

This presentation will frame the single-use plastic (SUP) issue. Attendees will be introduced to how the local organization Move Past Plastic addresses the harms of SUP's entire life cycle at a local, state, and national level. Lastly, participants will learn a few ways to support moving from single-use plastic. For more event details and to register, click the link.

Monday, February 26, 6:30 pm

Join us at Troegs in Hershey for some adult LEGO time. We bring the LEGOs, and you bring yourself and a friend. Get there early and grab some refreshments before we begin. Please register so we know how many tables we need to reserve. The theme is Mythological Creatures. For more event details and to register, click the link.

Wednesday, February 28, 6:00 pm

Spend the evening crocheting with Rita and other community crafters. Bring your current project. Ask questions, build a community, and have fun! This is a free event for crocheters of all levels. Appropriate for ages 12 and older. For more event details, click the link.

We want to notify our visitors and residents that Shank Park will remain closed from February 12th for approximately two weeks. The closure is due to a culvert replacement under the entrance driveway and PPL work that needs to be carried out to ensure the safety of our visitors. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and encourage our visitors to explore other nearby parks during this time. We will continue to provide updates involving any changes to the work schedule. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Save the Date! The 38th Annual Egg Hunt at Shank Park is Saturday, March 23rd! Check out Facebook Events for more details.

Hello DTCC Members and Patrons, we will be hosting the 10 and Under Champs Swim Meet on Saturday, March 9th, and Sunday, March 10th, in the Competition Pool. Please check the Leisure Pool schedule when visiting the facility during these dates, as the Competition Pool will be closed.

Spring Swim Lessons Registration will open for members and residents on March 12th at 9:00 am and non-residents on March 13th at 9:00 am. You can register online or in person at the Derry Township Community Center. Take advantage of this opportunity; click for details.

Kids Summer Camps registration is here. Don’t miss out on these awesome themes from art to space! Spaces are limited; enroll now!

Looking for a new, exciting workout? Try POUND. Let your inner rockstar shine! Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. No registration is necessary. Check out the link for more information!

Begins 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 March 3^rd

Join Josiah Peay again for Small Group Basketball Training starting Sunday, March 3rd! This 4-week program will help your athlete play at the next level. Trainings for ages 8-18. Sign up now to reserve your spot!

Begins March 4^th

Ready for workout plans, nutrition guidance, and fun meal plan ideas? Spring Into Fitness with Trainer Shawn Martin will increase your knowledge and confidence while preparing you for spring! Click here to register.

Begins April 13^th

Magic 101 Workshop is back at the Derry Township Community Center! Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning? Look no further than this 2.5-hour magic workshop on April 13th 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! Get signed up today!

Begins April 17^th

The popular Intro to Digital Photography is back this spring! Join local photographer Michael Yatsko for this 6-week class to learn about the history of photography and cameras, the science behind how a DSLR camera works, lenses and how different ones produce different results, the exposure triangle - aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, lots of composition techniques, and much, much more. Register today to secure your spot in the class!

Soccer Shots Spring Season at Shank Park is open for enrollment. Enroll online to sign up now!

The Derry Township Community Center Aquatics Team is now hiring for Seasonal Summer Lifeguards. Lifeguard Training is provided. Apply now to begin employment from May through September!

See what's happening at the Leader Center for Active Life. Take a look at their Newsletter! If you would like to learn more about the center, you can visit the website.

March 30, 10:00 am

Get ready to hop around Downtown Hershey for our adult egg hunt on Saturday, March 30, from 10 am to 1 pm! Don't let the kids have all the fun this Easter season. Join us for a fun-filled day of searching for hidden eggs and winning EGG-cellent prizes. We'll have a unique location for you to turn in your numbered egg and claim your prize. Please note that only one egg prize per adult can be turned in. Don't miss out on the fun; click here for more details!

April 20, 8:00 am

Clean communities are happier places to live, work, and visit. That's why the Downtown Hershey Association is excited to announce our upcoming Community Clean-Up Event! We are teaming up with individuals and organizations in our community to make a difference and create a cleaner environment for everyone. If you or your organization want to get involved, we invite you to join us on the event day. Check-in will be at the Chocolate Town Park, located adjacent to the Hershey Fire Department, starting at 7:30 am on April 20, 2024. Together, we can make Derry Township a cleaner and more beautiful place to live! To learn more about the event and get all the details, please click here!

Saturday, March 9, 10:00 am

Register by February 28

Penn State Health is hosting a free educational event: Take back control over urinary incontinence and overactive bladder. Led by Penn State Health urologist Dr. Adrian Sosenko, the event is on Saturday, March 9, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm at Penn State Health Specialty Services at 429 N. 21st Street in Camp Hill. Dr. Sosenko will discuss behavioral therapies, lifestyle changes, pelvic floor exercises, medications and injections, nerve stimulation, and surgical options. Register by February 28 by calling 1-800-243-1455, option 3, or online.

March 13^th, April 10^th, May 8^th, and June 12^th

Derry Township Community Cats will offer residents a free TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return) clinic on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. This clinic is designed to help control the cat population in the area. Derry Township Community Cats will also offer future clinics on April 10, May 8, and June 12. If you have any questions about the clinics or the TNVR program, please don't hesitate to contact them by phone at 717-592-8087, by email, or through their website. We hope to see you at the clinic!

Registration Opens March 15^th

We are excited to announce that the 33rd Annual Ben & Tim Day is approaching! Registration opens on March 15. To join us in supporting this great cause, please click the link to register and learn more about how you can donate and get involved in the 5k Race, 1-mile Run, Virtual Run, and much more! Your contribution will go a long way in helping us positively impact the students in our community. Let's come together to support Ben & Tim Day!