Derry Township eNews - January 31, 2025 | |
Board of Supervisors Meeting Available
The Derry Township Board of Supervisors held its regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 7:00 pm.
When available, the recording can be accessed by clicking the link below.
Click on the website.
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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 will be 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.
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Hershey Lions Club Award Recognition
On January 21, 2025, the Hershey Lions Club hosted its annual recognition dinner to honor Derry Township’s Firefighter, Police Officer, and Teacher of the Year. The tradition, which began 39 years ago, added the Teacher of the Year award 25 years ago, rotating among local schools. This year’s honorees are Chris Stein (Firefighter of the Year), Jason Rode (Police Officer of the Year), and Maryanne Bonn (Teacher of the Year, Saint Joan of Arc School). Congratulations to the recipients, and thanks to the Hershey Lions Club for their continued support of this inspiring program. To view the honorees, click the link.
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Public Works Department -
Christmas Tree Disposal
Residents are reminded that Waste Management WILL NOT pick up Christmas trees. The Public Works Department wanted to remind residents that Friday, January 31st, is the last day for picking up trees - WEATHER PERMITTING. Trees should be free of all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and tree stands. Trees should be placed at CURBSIDE – no pickups will be made in alleys. As an additional option, any resident may dispose of their Christmas tree at the Township Recycling Center, at no cost, during normal operating hours. To view hours and the collection schedule, view the link here.
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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.
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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!
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Township Meetings & Event(s) Calendars | |
Hershey Public Library Events | |
Hershey Reads Event:
The Great Library Puzzle Off!
Saturday, Feb. 1, 11:00 am
Gather your friends, family, or co-workers and form a team of 4 for the Great Library Puzzle-Off! Teams will race against the clock to complete a jigsaw puzzle and be crowned champions! Click the link for more details and to REGISTER.
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Friends Film Festival: Foodie Films
Monday, Feb. 3, 2:00 pm
Join the Friends of the Hershey Public Library for a delicious film series focused on food! February 3 - The Founder (2016) - This biopic of businessman Ray Kroc chronicles his work transforming McDonald's from a small burger chain in 1950s California to a global franchise. Rated PG-13. Click the link for more details.
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"Mysteries, She Wrote"
Mystery Book Group
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 6:30 pm
Join this mystery-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 Valentine Murder by Leslie Meier. Click the link for more details.
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Lego® Club
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 4:00 pm
Lovers of LEGO® are invited to join us for LEGO Club, where we set a theme and let our imaginations run wild with our huge collection of LEGO® bricks. Finished projects are displayed in our LEGO® Museum for a whole month! Recommended for children ages 6+. Click the link for more details.
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Teen Time
Thursday, Feb. 6, 3:00 pm
Drop into the Teen Space on Thursdays after school for snacks, video games, and crafts! For teens in grades 7-12. Click the link for more details.
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Bad Movie Club
Friday, Feb. 7, 3:00 pm
We choose from the worst movies we love to watch... with fistfuls of popcorn! This time, we're watching "Teaching Mrs. Tingle" about a manipulative high-school history teacher, held hostage by three students. Starring Katie Holmes and Helen Mirren. (PG-13, 95 minutes). For ages 13-18 only. Click the link for more details.
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Earth Days, Water Cycle
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2:00 pm
Explore the way water transforms, moves, carries good things and bad, and basically sustains all life on earth with Box of Light's founder, Rand Whipple. This performance is DRIPPING with audience participation! Who knows--you might be dubbed a Knight or Lady of the Aquifer! Click the link for more details.
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Winter Weather Closures
The Hershey Public Library sometimes closes in case of inclement weather.
There are several different ways to check if we are open:
- Call the library at 717-533-6555; we will place the information on our voicemail recording if we will be closed.
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Our website includes announcements about weather delays or closings.
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Check our Facebook page for updates. We pin announcements about closures to the top of the page.
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We post information on the "Closing and Delays" pages for ABC27 and WGAL8.
Don't forget to stock up on books and movies before a storm. Stay warm this winter!
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Parks & Recreation Events | |
SilverSneakers & FitOn Health
As years past, the Derry Township Community Center (DTCC) will continue to ONLY participate with Tivity Health's SilverSneakers program. During the latest open enrollment period, we discovered that FitOn Health is willing to provide their insurance members with a debit card to use towards memberships and programming at non-participating facilities. As a non-participating facility, DTCC accepts debit card(s) as a mode of payment for a
1-Month Membership, an EFT Annual Membership, or Programming
for these individuals. Contact the DTCC with questions and assistance registering a SilverSneakers Membership or to utilize your FitOn
Health debit card towards a membership or program by stopping
by the front desk, calling (717) 533-7138, or email parkshelpdesk@derrytownship.org. *Please make sure the funds
are available before registering with your FitOn Health debit card.
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Meet and Greet
Swim Instructor Lisa Kelly
Join us for a meet and greet with one of our aquatic exercise instructors, Lisa Kelly on Sunday, February 2nd from 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. at the Derry Township Community Center!
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Meet and Greet
Swim Instructor Collean Riehl
Join us for a meet and greet with one of our aquatic exercise Instructors, Collean Riehl on Wednesday, February 5th from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Derry Township Community Center!
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Water Worx
Our New Class, Water Worx, is a fun blend of cardio workout and resistance training, incorporating resistance tools such as aqua dumbbells and noodles, taught in the Leisure Pool. Registration is now open! Classes offered on Monday's at 9:00 a.m. February 10, 17, 24, March 3 & Wednesday's at 9:00 a.m. February 12, 19, 26 March 5.
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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 February 22-23, March 15-16, and April 19-20! All registration can be completed through their website.
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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.
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Personal Training at DTCC!
Don't wait until the New Year to 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. Be healthier through the holidays! Contact Jamie McGlaughlin for more information.
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Basketball Clinics
Begins Feb. 2nd
The Derry Township Community Center has two exciting Basketball Clinic Opportunities coming up. Coach Peay will be offering a 4-week clinic on Sundays, starting on Sunday, February 2nd. Space is limited. Register Today!
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Pickleball Clinics
Begins Feb. 9th
Our next session of pickleball clinics is starting soon! Classes fill up quickly, so make sure to enroll today!
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Aqua Yoga
Begins Feb. 10th
Join us for a NEW aqua exercise class: AQUA YOGA! This low-impact aquatic exercise combines yoga principles and poses with the water's therapeutic properties.
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Aqua Fusion
Begins Feb. 11th
Registration is now open for our Deep-Water Aquatic Exercise class, AQUA FUSION in the competition Pool Tuesday Feb 11, 18, 25 Mar 4 at 9:00 a.m.
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Gentle Joints
Begins Feb. 12th
A new Aquatic Group Exercise program, Gentle Joints, is great for those who need to move with little resistance in the water and to help with Arthritis. Register now for class! Wednesday Feb 12, 19, 26 Mar 5 at 10:00 a.m.
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Art Exploration
Begins Feb. 13th
Learn about various art techniques and artists, as well as materials, to create original artwork in each class. We will explore materials such as watercolors, oil pastels, paint markers, and more. Supplies are included in the cost of the program. Please dress appropriately to get messy! Click the link to register today!
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ZooAmerica® Presentation
Begins Feb. 15th
Join us for an exciting family program featuring ZooAmerica®! Discover the incredible adaptations animals use to survive in the wild through an interactive presentation called "Paws, Claws, Scales, and Tails." This engaging event will showcase a variety of educational animals, offering a unique opportunity to learn about how creatures defend themselves, find food, eat, swim, and escape predators. Perfect for all ages, this program promises a fun and educational experience for the whole family! Space is limited, Register Today! All participants must be registered to attend (This includes adults).
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Water S.E.T. GO!
Begins Feb. 24th
Join us for a NEW aqua exercise class: WATER S.E.T. GO! This mid-shallow aquatic group exercise class is for all abilities and levels. It focuses on interval training using cardio exercise and sometimes weight equipment for strength and conditioning all while listening to upbeat music!
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ISR Hershey
Begins Feb. 24th
Self-rescue and survival swimming for
ages 6 months-6 years. ISR Hershey lessons take place at a 6-week interval, 5 days each week (Monday-Friday) for no longer than 10 minutes each day. If interested, you are signing up for 6 consecutive weeks; 5 days per week; 10 minutes each day. Next session begins February 24th. Click the link for more information and registration details.
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Next Generation Yoga®
with Cindy Lesher • After School Yoga Winter Session
Begins Feb. 25th
Ages 5-7 | 4:30-5:15 pm
Ages 8-10 | 5:30-6:15 pm
Ages 11-15 | 3:15-4:15 pm
Join Cindy Lesher’s Next Generation Yoga® winter classes! These playful yet purposeful yoga classes follow adult yoga sequences while incorporating traditional poses, breathwork, mindfulness, relaxation, creativity, learning, visualization, sensory integration, and fun activities. Classes are tailored to specific age groups and use props, music, books, and games to engage students. Register for all classes here!
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Tennis Camps and Clinics
Begins Mar. 24th
Join the Derry Township Community Center and Green Net Tennis for tennis camps and clinics. Programs are available for players 8 and up. Come work on form, footwork, fun skill games, and strategy helping players improve their tennis game while having fun and playing a safe sport. Please bring your own tennis racquet. Register Today!
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DTCC Gift Cards
Want to share a wonderful gift of love this Valentine’s Day with a special someone in your life? Together, DTCC can assist you or your loved ones with creating those new beginnings, giving you that fresh start, enrolling in that class/program you've been wanting to try, or a reason to hit the gym to gain that self-image you've been dreaming about. All gift cards can be purchased online, by phone, or in person! Gift cards can be used to purchase any of our various membership packages, Aquatic, Recreation, and Fitness programs, Aquatic Exercise classes, use for daily admissions, and/or for our Cafe items located at the Front Desk. Gift Card amounts are customizable. Purchase today!
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DTCC Memberships!
Roses are red, violets are blue, DTCC is here forever and ever, to love and support you! If you are looking for a wonderful gift of love this Valentine's Day for your loved ones, sign up for one of our various memberships today! Memberships can be purchased online, by phone, or in-person! If you have any questions, give us a call 717-533-7138 or email us parkshelpdesk@derrytowship.org! Buy a membership with us today!
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Community News and Events | |
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.
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Hershey Horticulture Society
Monday, Feb. 3, 1:00 pm
Join the Hershey Horticulture Society on February 3, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., Brownstone Masonic Temple, 215 West Governor Road, Hershey, for the Topic: A Photographic Tour of Three English Gardens, presented by Deborah Musselman, HHS President. No pre-registration is required, and free to the public. All are welcome. Click the link for more information.
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Heart 4 Hunger 2025
Saturday, Feb. 15, 5:00 pm
Sleek, Shimmer, Shine…It’s Heart 4 Hunger time! Join Cocoa Packs for their annual Hearts 4 Hunger event on February 15 at Hotel Hershey for a reception and dinner, a live & silent auction, black tie optional, and a cash bar. Sponsorship Opportunities and Individual Tickets Available Now! Click the link to purchase your ticket today!
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Hershey Symphony
Saturday, Feb. 22, 7:30 pm
Join the Hershey Symphony in their upcoming performance of "Broadway's Bad Boys," on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Click the link for more details!
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Hershey Rotary
Are you looking to share ideas, collaborate on meaningful projects, and make a real difference in the community with individuals from Hershey, Palmdale, Middletown, and surrounding areas? The Hershey Rotary is the perfect place for you! Together, we can give back and create a brighter future. Life can get busy, but when people come together, amazing things can happen! To view upcoming events, click the link.
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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.
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Community Outreach Programs | |
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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
Knotwork Band, Sunday, February 16, 4:00 pm
Annual Square Dance, Friday, February 28, 6:30 pm
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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
Lifeguard (Part-time)
Derry Township Police Department
Community Service Officer (Part-time)
School Crossing Guard (Part-time)
Derry Township Public Works Department
Seasonal Laborer (Part-time)
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If you have a community news event that you would like to share in the township eNews, email it to eNews@derrytownship.org
Please note that listings should be related to local events. Submissions should be no more than a few sentences and include a link to a website with more information. Events determined to be discriminatory, controversial, negative, or offensive to other persons or organizations, or which promote organizations engaging in such conduct will not be included.
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