The Derry Township Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting Tuesday, May 24th at 7 pm. To listen to the recording, please click this link.

The new Derry Township Community Center celebrated its opening with a Ribbon Cutting on June 13, 2022, at 10:00 am. It was to celebrate their opening and the conclusion of the multi-million-dollar project. The planning of this project started in 2015 and now has concluded with the opening of the community center. Board of Supervisors, residents, taxpayers, donors, contributors, media, and elected officials were in attendance, click this link for more details. Moving forward we are aware of some things that need attention and are in the process of addressing, such as:

The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) was created in 1979 as a credentialing authority through the joint efforts of law enforcement's major executive associations. The award was presented to Lieutenant Tim Roche and Tax Office, Accreditation Manger, Julia Shirk at the Tuesdays, June 14, 2022, Board of Supervisors meeting. The CALEA award presented was the 9th reaccreditation award and is an Advanced Award of Law Enforcement Accreditation with Meritorious status for being accredited for 15 or more continuous years. Click this link for more information.

We wanted to inform residents the Milling of roadways will start on Monday, June 20^h, and continue through the week. All work is dependent on weather conditions. Traffic will be maintained on all roads as work proceeds though there may be delays due to

The Dept. of Community Development is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Code Enforcement Officer. Click this link for more information.

The Derry Township Police Department is currently accepting applications for Part-Time Community Service Officer positions. Click this link for more information.

Walking Hershey is a walking group that will meet in a different spot around Hershey every week and walk for about an hour. Please bring a towel for stretching and light ab workout. If you wish to bring a dog, please make sure you are prepared to clean up any "business" they may conduct. This week: Meet at the Library

The program combines history, music, dance and improvisation where audience members are cast right into the show! Set in 1601- Experience the high sea adventure with Irish jigs, folktales and sea shanties. Dare to challenge Blackbeard, the dreaded Pirate! Sponsored by Friends of the Hershey Public Library.

Begins June 18^th

Self-defense situations happen without warning. Prepare yourself by learning what to do before, during, and after an assault. The Derry Township Community Center is partnering with the Palmyra Kung Fu Center to offer a Women's Self-Defense seminar.

Follow the link to register: click this link.

Begins June 20^th

This low-impact instructor-led class will focus on walking with the water’s natural resistance and stretching for participants looking to transition into aquatic exercise or an alternative to their high-impact exercise routine.

Begins June 20^th

This shallow water aquatic exercise class consists of a warmup and warm down encompassing an energetic cardio fitness workout using aqua resistance and music to keep participants moving.

Begins June 20^th

Starting June 20th, 23th, or 25th. Visit their website or contact us by email or call us at 717-350-8804.

Begins June 21^st

Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:15 pm in the Competition Pool. Our AquaPower class is designed for participants who are looking for a challenging water workout! Easy on the joints, but an intense workout for the body, AquaPower will run in the 7-12-foot-deep competition pool. With motivating music and movements designed to build your endurance and strength, AquaPower is a great class for those who want to cross-train from running, biking, or other land exercises that are repetitive on the joints.

Check out our NEW Group Exercise Schedule! We can't wait to see you and help you achieve your

fitness goals this summer!

Click this link for the Group Exercise Schedule!

Check out our NEW Activities & Aquatics Schedule, which shows all our program and aquatic offerings for our Gymnasium, Classrooms, Tennis Courts, Outdoor, Leisure, and Competition pools! For more information,

Join us for a Youth Summer Volleyball Program at Gelder Park, Hummelstown PA. The program provides a great opportunity to be introduced to the game, strengthen your skills, and have some fun. Registration is now open for youths 8 to 14. For details, click this link.

Click the link below to register:

We are very excited to announce that the Derry Township Community Center is officially participating with SilverSneakers!  For more information, click this link.

We're now on Instagram! Follow us for programming information and other offerings. Click this link.

To join now, click this link.

Check out our programs, offerings, and upcoming events here at the Derry Township Community Center! 

• Derry Township Parks and Recreation (activecommunities.com)

• Derry Township Summer Camps (e2ma.net)

We’re extending Market on Chocolate in Downtown Hershey! Market on Chocolate will run every Saturday through September. For more information, click this link.

The Kiwanis Club of Hershey/Hummelstown is again selling Blueberries. If you're interested in purchasing, click this link. Last orders must be received by

Spring Creek Church of the Brethren is excited to continue to host Food Truck Fridays on the 4th Friday of the month on 6/24, 7/22, and 8/26 from

5 - 8 PM in the church parking lot located at the end of Areba Avenue, Hershey (335 East Areba), rain or shine. The event is free and open to the public -- just pay as you eat! On Friday, June 24, purchase from a variety of food trucks including Cheesy Grill, Quinn's Coffee, Poncho's Backyard Grubbin', A Taste of Italy, 717 Taco, Scoop O' Dough, as well as Maple Street Barkery with doggie treats for four-legged friends! Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Enjoy delicious food while supporting local businesses. Plus, on June 24, Caring Hearts Therapy Dogs will visit from 6-7:30 PM! Be sure to stop by our "Food for Thought" table and prayer labyrinth. For event details: 717-533-7192 or www.facebook.com/SpringCreekCoB. 

The residents of Java Ave are excited to invite our community to Javapalooza 2022. A full day of music, food, fun, and community for all ages. This FREE event is entirely funded by sponsorships and donations. Click here to see our local supporters.

3 local food bank organizations.

Starting, Monday, June 27, 2022, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

GriefShare, a 13-week seminar and support group for people grieving the death of someone close, is being held 2:00-4:00 pm Mondays, June 27 – September 19 at Derry Presbyterian Church, 248 East Derry Road, Hershey. There is no cost to attend the program, but registration is requested: contact the church office at 717-533-9667. Those interested may begin attending the GriefShare group at any time. Each session is self-contained, and any missed weeks can be joined when the next 13-week cycle is offered. Face masks are optional. Child care is not available. For directions or more information, call the church off at 717-533-9667 or visit this link. To learn more about the Christian program, GriefShare, click this link.

Hershey Horticulture Society Bus Trip to Brookside Gardens/Ladew Topiary Gardens, Wheatland, MD. Members $115, Non-members $120, lunch included. Request details/registration info before Jun 14^th at hersheyhorticulturesociety@gmail.com.

Friday, July 1, 2022, 6:00 pm

Jazz at the Barnyard at the Hershey History Center returns on the first Fridays of June, July, August, and September! Bring your friends, your chairs, and your beverage of choice, and relax with great music from some of Central PA’s best jazz musicians. The patio opens at 6 pm and the music is from 7-10 pm. Enjoy the best views of the iconic Hershey smokestacks and cocoa bean silos. The event is free and donations are encouraged. The entertainment schedule is July 1 – Little Brother Band, August 5 – The Wave Quartet, and September 2 – Soul House. Click for more information.

Hershey Figure Skating Club is pleased to announce its 6-week summer session of Hershey Twizzles, a Therapeutic and Adaptive Ice Skating Program designed for children and adults with developmental disabilities, physical challenges, or who are recovering from an injury. All classes are held at the historic Hersheypark Arena. Volunteers are also needed for this program - minimal skating experience is required. More information is available click this link, or email us at learntoskate@hersheyfigureskating.org

PA State Police Museum 20^th Annual Four Person Scramble Thursday, August 25, 2022, Shotgun starts at 8:45am, Manada Golf Club, Grantville. Cost is $75 per golfer ($300 per foursome). Cost includes golf outing/green fees, cart & range balls, and continental breakfast & catered lunch. Single golfers or pairs will be combined with others. Please contact the Museum at 717-534-0565 or psphemc@gmail.com to register or download the form from our website. This tournament is being held in memory of Retired PSP Major Matthew Hunt and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the “Troopers helping Troopers” foundation.