Board of Supervisors

Meeting Available

The Derry Township Board of Supervisors held its regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 7:00 pm

When available, the recording can be accessed by clicking the link below. Click on the website.

Derry Township Police Department

At the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, February 25th, three Sergeants and one Lieutenant of the Derry Township Police Department were sworn in by Board of Supervisors Chair, Natalie Nutt.

Derry Township Police Officers

• Anthony Clements, promoted to Lieutenant
• Greg Mowery, promoted to Sergeant
• Jason Rode, promoted to Sergeant
• Bob Bennett, promoted to Sergeant

Spring Shred-It Event

Derry Township invites its residents to bring personal documents that need to be shredded to its Shred-It Event on Saturday, April 5, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Derry Township Public Works Facility, 650 Clearwater Road. This event is for residents only and is limited to two bags/boxes per household. Click the link to view the details of this event.

Solar United Neighbors

Curious about solar energy for your home? Solar United Neighbors of Pennsylvania is recruiting residents for the Dauphin and Cumberland Solar Coop. In partnership with the Derry Township Climate Change Advisory Committee and the Derry Environmental Action Committee, they’re offering free consultations and individualized solar proposals at a bulk rate through Exact Solar. Coop registration is open until March 28. Click the link to learn more and join us for our meet-and-greet(s) to explore the benefits of solar energy!

Ridge Road Drainage

Improvements Project

The Derry Township Municipal Authority (DTMA) has entered into a contract with Ankiewicz Enterprises, Inc. to carry out the Ridge Road Drainage Improvements Project, which involves replacing, upgrading, and relocating the storm sewer from Spring Creek near Hersheypark, along Park Boulevard and Ridge Road, to the Ridge Road-West Chocolate Avenue intersection, and south to West Caracas Avenue. Construction will require road closures through February and March 2025. Ridge Road is currently closed north of K Street, and the Hershey Plaza Apartments entrance to Park Boulevard has a 24/7 closure. Park Boulevard was closed starting Monday, February 3rd, with both roads CLOSED through March. The Hershey Plaza Apartments, K Street, and Hershey Towne Square will remain fully accessible during the closure. Message boards and detour signs will guide traffic. For more details and to view the full report, click the link.

Public Works - Removal of Recreational Equipment from

Right-of-way

During street sweeping, leaf picking, and snow plowing operations, freestanding basketball nets, soccer goals, and any other sporting equipment located along curbs, in alleys, and the street pose(s) a serious safety issue to the drivers performing their duties either sweeping, collecting leaves, or plowing snow. The Department is asking that this equipment be moved from the roadway and alley, so they do not overhang or protrude into the right-of-way. The Township of Derry will not reimburse for any damage to basketball nets/poles, or any other recreational equipment located within the right-of-way that is damaged while performing the above-listed operations. The Township of Derry will seek full payment for any damage to any equipment caused by recreational equipment located within the right-of-way.

NEW Everbridge Sign-Up

Residents, have you registered yet to receive emergency notifications for flash floods, police, fire, and public health emergencies? The Township of Derry has upgraded from Nixle to Everbridge, a more advanced Emergency Alert and Notification System. Everbridge subscribers receive critical alerts about police, fire, severe weather, and health and safety events. Registration is quick and easy, allowing you to choose your preferred delivery method—text, email, or phone call—and to set preferred times for receiving notifications. Please note that emergency alerts will override these settings to ensure your safety. Click the link to register today!

Hershey Public Library's Events Calendar

2025 Board of Supervisor's Meeting Dates

Quilting Exchange Drop-Off

Saturday, Mar. 1, 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Clean out your stash and drop items off on Saturdays from February 16 - April 6 before you join us at our quilting exchange to take home some new-to-you supplies on April 16. Click the link for details.

Chess Club

Saturday, Mar. 1, 1:00 pm

Join Chess Club for a fun afternoon of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome! For more event details, click this link.

Fryed Folksongs

Saturday, Mar. 1, 2:00 pm

This interactive and entertaining musical experience explores the rich history of folk music, from a few traditional favorites to good old rock and roll, playground songs, and jump rope games and dances. Join Dave Fry for a creative, contemporary, and accessible program where everyone will be dancing and singing in the end. For more event details, click this link.

Teen ART Space Submissions

Mar. 1-Apr. 14

Hershey Public Library is seeking ART (digital, painting, sketches, photos, etc.) by Hershey area teens to display in the Teen Space. For each piece of art you submit, your name is entered to win $50. For more event details and information on how to submit your art, click this link.

Friends Film Festival:

Foodie Films

Monday, Mar. 3, 2:00 pm

Join the Friends of the Hershey Public Library for a delicious film series focused on food! For more event details, click this link.

"Mysteries, She Wrote"

Mysteries Book Group

Tuesday, Mar. 4, 6:30 pm

Join this mysteries-only book discussion group. Each month there is a new mystery to digest and discuss. Please register for the group so the facilitators know how many to expect. This month's selection is Murder in an Irish Village by Carlene O'Connor. For more event details, click this link and to REGISTER.

LEGO^® Club

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 4:00 pm

Lovers of LEGO^® are invited to join us for LEGO^® Club! Each meeting, we let our imaginations run wild with our huge collection of LEGO^® bricks. Finished projects are displayed in our LEGO^® Museum! For more event details, click this and to link and to REGISTER.

Open Book Group

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 6:30 pm

Join us each month for a different selection with lively conversation guided by our volunteer facilitators! Please register for the event to help our facilitators properly prepare for the evening. This month's selection is Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. For more event details, click this and to link and to REGISTER.

Seasonal Hiring

The Derry Township Community Center is hiring. We are currently filling Facility Attendant, Lifeguard, and Swim Instructor positions. Ask the front desk staff for a paper application or click the link to apply today!

NEW Group Ex Schedule

March's Group Ex schedule is here! No matter your fitness level—whether you're just starting out or just beginning your health journey—we’ve got the perfect class for you. Let us support you in reaching your goals! Click the link to explore the new March schedule!

Winter Swim Lessons Now Open

Prepare for the summertime at the pool by signing up for wintertime swim lessons! Visit the link to REGISTER today!

Aqua Yoga

Come enjoy this new Aqua Yoga Class! Stretch and move into the leisure pool! Mondays at 10:00 a.m. on March 10 and April 7. It's a gentle, low-impact exercise that combines yoga principles and poses with the therapeutic properties of water. This class can accommodate people of all fitness levels and help to increase mobility, strength, endurance, and flexibility. Register today for this class!

Scuba Diving

Interested in learning how to Scuba Dive? We are offering a scuba course each month run by Get-N-Wet scuba! Classes will run March 15-16, and April 19-20! All registration can be completed through their website.

Nutrition or Weight Loss Counseling

Looking to improve your diet or lose weight? Let our nutrition experts guide you in the right way! If you would like to learn more about this program, please email Jamie McGlaughlin.

Personal Training at DTCC!

Get on track with your fitness program. Personal Training can jump-start your fitness plan now, improve your health and self-image, and provide the motivation you need to achieve your goals. Contact Jamie McGlaughlin for more information.

Kinderdance^® & Kindertots^®

Begins Mar. 5th

The Derry Township Community Center is thrilled to welcome back the Kinder Dance^® Program! Get ready to move, groove, and have fun with this brand-new KinderDance^® and Kindertot^® program(s) on Wednesday, March 5th! These exciting classes are perfect for little ones to build confidence, coordination, and creativity—while having a blast! Don’t miss out on the fun! REGISTER Today!

5x5 Basketball League

Begins Mar. 12th

Registration is now open for our Adult Basketball League, starting March 12. Gather your team and hit the court for a fun and competitive season. Don't have a team? No problem. Join our Free Agents team and still get in on the action. Sign up today and get ready to play.

Tennis Camps and Clinics

Begins Mar. 24th

Looking to improve your tennis skills or try the sport for the first time? Our tennis clinics offer expert coaching for kids, teens, and adults of all skill levels. Join us for fun, engaging sessions that focus on technique, strategy, and match play. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your game, we have the perfect clinic for you. Sign up today and take your game to the next level.

Intro to Digital Photography

Begins Apr. 8th

Do you have a DSLR camera and aren't sure how to use it? Are you still taking photos using only the AUTOMATIC mode? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this is the perfect class for you! Each class will begin with an exploration of a new topic followed by some hands-on application of the technique or idea. Weekly assignments will also be given to reinforce what has been learned in class. During this class, you will 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. In order to participate, you need to have a DSLR or mirrorless camera. REGISTER today!

Art Exploration Summer Camp

Begins June 9th

Learn about a new artist each day and create an original artwork in their style. We will work individually and through collaboration. We will explore materials such as watercolors, oil pastels, acrylic paint, and more. Supplies

are included in the cost of the program. Please dress appropriately to get messy! REGISTER today!

CodeNinjas^® Minecraft

Summer Camp

Begins June 16th

For those with a keen interest in digital security, the cybersecurity Minecraft summer camp takes them on a thrilling journey as they defend virtual data centers, tackle cybersecurity challenges, and decipher cryptic clues. Using tools like Minecraft Education, campers will develop skills such as coding antivirus programs, identifying phishing scams, and building secret ciphers. These camps provide the perfect opportunity for children to explore, innovate, and connect with others in a creative, fun, and educational environment. Perfect for the ages 8-14. Participants may sign up for both CodeNinjas^® camps and stay all day. Participants opting to stay for the entire day will need to pack a lunch. REGISTER today!

CodeNinjas^® Roblox

Summer Camp

Begins June 16th

CodeNinjas^® summer camps offer a dynamic and exciting experience for kids, blending fun with learning in a variety of engaging activities. Ninjas will kick off their adventure with a Roblox camp, where they’ll get hands-on with programming and design, creating their own 3D worlds and turning their imagination into reality. Perfect for the ages 8-14. Participants may sign up for both CodeNinjas® camps and stay all day. Participants opting to stay for the entire day will need to pack a lunch. REGISTER today!

Leader Center for Active Life

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.

The Downtown Hershey Association

Upcoming Events

Explore the upcoming events of the Downtown Hershey Association.

Hop Around Downtown Hershey, Saturday, Apr. 19, 10:00 am - You're invited to HOP around on Chocolate and visit our restaurants and businesses on Saturday, April 19th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. while searching for some EGG-cellent prizes in hidden eggs. We will have a location to turn in your numbered egg to claim your prize. One egg prize turned in per adult. Follow the discussion as prizes are received. If your business wants to be recognized, contact Michelle Emerick or the association email.

Kiss Hershey Back, Saturday, May 10, 7:30 am - Clean communities are happier places to live, work, and visit. Downtown Hershey Association is teaming up to clean up Derry Township! We would love for you to get involved! The check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., Chocolate Town Park located adjacent to the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company on the day of the event. All registered participants are encouraged to sign in so that we can have an account of participation. We'll provide trash bags, gloves, safety tips, and more detailed information for the team leader. Individuals are encouraged to bring water for their group, or we ask to bring water for themselves. If you are a youth organization, you must have adult supervision the entire time you will be participating. Join us for a post-event held from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. with refreshments, snacks, and plenty of laughs. Questions? please contact us by email. To sign up for the event, click the link.

2025 Market on Chocolate, Begins Saturday, May 31 - The Market on Chocolate is held adjacent to the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company, along Chocolate Town Park in Downtown Hershey, every Saturday, May 31 through August 30. This is where you'll find locally produced and artisan goods on Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Click the link for more information.

Penn State Health

Monday, Mar. 17, 6:30 pm

Penn State Health will host a free virtual presentation on “Understanding Hiatal Hernias: Diagnosis, Treatments, and Repairs” on March 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dr. Yu-Wei "Wayne" Chang and Dr. Gary Aghazarian will discuss hiatal hernias, symptoms, treatment options, and repairs during weight loss surgery. A Microsoft Teams link will be sent to registrants before the event. Note: This session is not a substitute for medical advice. Register by March 10, 2025, at 1-800-243-1455, option 3.

SAVE THE DATE!

3.21 For Life World Down

Syndrome Day Celebration

Friday, Mar. 21, 11:00 am

Save the Date for this year's annual 3.21 Life World Down Syndrome Day Celebration on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Troegs from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., offering a fun-filled day with activities, entertainment, live music, and opportunities for community engagement. Attendees will have the chance to learn about the unique attributes of individuals with Down syndrome and participate in various inclusive activities alongside them. It's truly a day filled with happiness, connection, and unbridled celebration! To learn more about this event, click the link.

Hershey Area Art Association

Scholarship

The Hershey Art Association is offering a scholarship to a graduating high school student pursuing further studies in art! Don't miss this opportunity to support this artistic journey! The application deadline is March 31, 2025! To apply online and to learn more, click the link.

20th Annual Hershey Artfest

Saturday, May 10, 9:00 am

The 20th Annual Hershey Artfest is hosted by the Hershey History Center. Celebrate Mother's Day weekend at this lovely start to the spring art festival season! Everyone is welcome to come to this fine art and artisan outdoor show located at The Englewood Barn, 1219 W. End Avenue, Hershey, PA. Food trucks and live entertainment throughout the day. Entrance is free for the public. Park at the Research Center Lot, opposite The Englewood. Over 2,000 spaces are available for guests and artists. Onsite parking is available for disabled visitors. For more information email or call the museum at 717-520-0748.

Hershey Soccer Club

Join the Hershey Soccer Club on Saturday mornings at Shank Park, and other area parks. The season runs from March through May 2025. The spring soccer program is designed for players to practice skills and have fun with other teammates once a week. Registration is open now. To learn more details and to register, click the link or visit the website.

The Hershey Rotary Club

Make a difference in your community! The Hershey Rotary Club is seeking generous donations and sponsorships for their Annual Auction! Your support helps fund grants that benefit local charities and schools. Together, you can make a lasting impact right here in our community. For more details and to contribute, please visit the website by clicking the link.

Hershey Little League

The Hershey Little League 2025 Spring Baseball Season for players ages 4-12 is now open! Teener levels are also available. The season runs approximately mid-March through mid-June. Click the link to learn more and get registered today.

We are excited to share upcoming events with you as part of our commitment to keeping our community informed and engaged. By clicking on the links below, you can access all the details about local church event(s), including their date, time, and location. We invite you to explore their websites and find events that interest you. Whatever you're looking for, there's something for everyone. Stay connected and be a part of our vibrant and welcoming community!

Derry Presbyterian Church

FREE ESL Classes, Mondays, Now Offering, 5:00 pm

Annual Square Dance, Friday, February 28, 6:30 pm

Ash Wednesday Service, Wednesday, March 5, 7:00 pm

Hershey Free Church

Ask the Doctor, Thursday, March 6, 6:30 pm

St. Joan of Arc Church

Lenten Fish Fry Dinner, Friday, March 14, 28, and April 11, 4:30 pm

Are you looking for a job opportunity with the Township of Derry? We've got you covered! Our employment page features current job openings with detailed descriptions and requirements. Whether looking for a full-time or part-time job, you can find all the information on our website.

Join our team and make a difference in the Township of Derry community!

Derry Township Community Center

Concession Facility/Attendants (Seasonal)

Lifeguard (Part-time)/(Seasonal)

Swim Instructor (Private)/(Seasonal)

Derry Township Police Department

Police Officer(s) (Full-time)

School Crossing Guard (Part-time)