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Parks & Recreation Department Hershey Recreation Center

605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 Telephone: 533-7138 Fax: 533-2154

Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Check our website www.derrytownship.org for our pool schedule.

We also offer online registration for our programs through our website, www.derrytownship.org.

Dates To Remember: Special Dates

35th Annual Egg Hunt Apr 13

Fishing Derby May 4

Memorial Day Parade/Ceremony May 27

Drive-In Movies

June 7 (Rain Date June 8)

July 12 (Rain Date July 20)

August 9 (Rain Date August 10)

Members & Residents may register for

all classes EXCEPT swim lessons as soon

as the newsletter is available.

PLEASE NOTE: SWIM LESSON

REGISTRATIONS mailed or faxed before the

published registration dates will be returned.

Spring! Spring!

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

John Abel, Susan Cort, Mark Brace, Trish Foster, Michael Corado, Maria Memmi,

Anthony Potter

Spring!

Park Rental Fees

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Picnic Shelters (Shank Park, Gelder Park and Recreation Center)

(Picnic Shelters ONLY, resident rate requires 60% residency.)

Resident Non-Resident

11:00 am - 3:00 pm: $60 $85

4:00 pm - Dusk: $60 $85

11:00 am - Dusk: $80 $120

PARK FEE SCHEDULES

ATHLETIC FIELDS Resident no charge

Non-Resident $40 per hour

Resident & Non-Profit Event Fee $40 per hour

Non-Resident Event $60 per hour

An event consists of clinics, tournaments, or non-league play.

$25 Non-refundable deposit is due at the time of request for shelter rentals. *special events subject to additional fees.

Hershey Recreation Center • 717-533-7138 • www.derrytownship.org • SPRING 2019

Babysitting BABYSITTER’S TRAINING COURSE American Red Cross Babysitter's Training provides youth ages 11-15 with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. Participants will learn how to keep themselves and others safe, basic child care and first aid, and how to help children behave. Upon completion, participants will receive certification in Babysitter Training, Infant & Child CPR, and First Aid. WED-TH 8:30 am-12:30 pm Jun 12 & 13 #6666

Mem $100 Res $105 Non-Res $110

Township Administration Building 600 Clearwater Road Hershey, PA

First Aid/CPR/AED FIRST AID/CPR/AED COURSE Ages 16+ American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED program helps participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. This program teaches the knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to an injured or ill person and to decide whether advanced medical care is needed. Upon completion, participants will receive certification in American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. MON-TUES 8:30 am-12:30 pm Aug 19-20 #6671

Mem $100 Res $105 Non-Res $110

Township Administration Building 600 Clearwater Road Hershey, PA

Sponsored by the Township of Derry Department of Parks & Recreation

in cooperation with the Hershey/Hummelstown Kiwanis Club

8-10 am for anglers up to age 12 10 am to closing—pond open to the public

subject to current state regulations.

44th ANNUAL FISHING DERBY

Hunts begin at the following times: 2 year olds and under 10:00 am 3 & 4 year olds 10:15 am 5 & 6 year olds 10:30 am 7 & 8 year olds 10:45 am The Easter Bunny will be at the Hunt to visit with the children between 10:00 and 11:00 am.

The Hunt will be held rain or shine, so please dress appropriately!

Donuts and beverages will be available for purchase.

All proceeds will benefit the

Friends of Derry Township Parks and Recreation.

35th ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

Saturday, April 13, 2019

Shank Park, Hershey, PA

Saturday, May 4, 2019 Bullfrog Valley Pond, Hershey

Limit: First 5 trout caught per angler.

Rules: No registration required. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Friends of Parks & Recreation. The derby is for anglers up to age 12. We ask that parents do not fish during the derby.

Prizes: Special prizes for palomino, longest, and heaviest trout caught. A raffle will be held at the conclusion of the derby for an assortment of prizes from Hershey/Hummelstown Kiwanis Club and Bass Pro Shops.

Upcoming Events

Recent Events Holiday Tree Lighting!

On Friday, December 7th we kicked off the season by lighting the tree in the center of the town. Festivities were enjoyed by all with hot cocoa and delicious cookies, and visiting with Santa. Kids enjoyed crafts and writing and leaving a letter to be mailed to Santa!

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Ben & Tim/Fitness 4 Focus

August 24, 2019 • Hershey, PA

Ben & Tim Day proceeds benefit the Tim Russell and

Ben Yupcavage Memorial Scholarship Program, a program remembering two Hershey High

School athletes who were tragically killed in an automobile

accident January 23, 1992.

Candidates must be seniors at HHS and apply through the

high school website.

This year is the 28h annual event and promises to be the BEST ONE YET!

5K Run – 9:00 am with electronic chip timing on a USATF Certified Course

Pre-Registration by Aug. 1 $20; After Aug. 1st $25; Day of $30 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk – 10:00 am;

Pre-Registration by Aug 1- $12; Registration after August 1 - $15 (including day of Registration)

Cash awards for 5K race - Age category winners; Medals for all participants 12 years and under;

Awards ceremony post 5K/Fun Run Cotton Shirt guaranteed for all advanced registrations for both events.

Ben & Tim items for sale!

• Free Soccer Shots Demonstration Clinic – 8:30 am for ages 3-8 @ Hershey’s Field Hockey Field. Register online at SoccerShots.org/Harrisburg

• Ben Yupcavage Memorial Girls’ Soccer Scrimmage 11 AM @ Hershey’s Soccer Fields

• Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner – Friday, August 23 at Hershey High School 5-7:30 PM

• Chicken BBQ Dinners available at race site. Advanced tickets available from HHS Cross Country and Soccer Team members.

• Occasions Disc Jockey & Swingin’ Sweets Italian Ice will be volunteering their services.

Visit www.benandtimday.org for details, on-line registration directions, registration forms or

contact Hershey Recreation Center at 717-533-7138.

Printed sponsorships available on all race shirts – See “Sponsors” at www.benandtimday.org for more information.

Monetary or prize donations can be made through website.

Fitness 4 Focus presents The 3rd Annual 0

2 Challenge -

Overcoming Obstacles in partnership with Ben & Tim Day,

August 24, 2019

28th ANNUAL BEN & TIM DAY

FITNESS 4 FOCUS O2 CHALLENGE

O2— “Overcoming Obstacles” will be held at Founder’s Park, across the road from

Hershey High School at 10 AM.

This is Fitness for Focus’s 3rd Annual Charity Event

for ambulatory special needs individuals.

The mile-long obstacle course will include a variety

of challenges, including inflatables!

Please consider sponsoring our special athletes

as they “Overcome Obstacles”.

Chris Russell, Tim Russell’s younger brother,

is CEO/Founder at Fitness 4 Focus

Come Celebrate!

www.fitness4focus.com.

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Trips

There are only a limited number of seats available for each trip, please register early!

Sunday, June 23, 2019 • 7:30AM-10PM Arrive in Jersey City, NJ at Liberty State Park to begin a look back at our country’s heritage and history. After boarding the ferry, our first stop will be at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. During your self-guided tour you will have the opportunity to discover what our ancestors went through as they entered the Port of New York and Ellis Island. Ellis Island Immigration Museum, Statue of Liberty Pedestal Pass, Roundtrip Ferry Ticket and Transportation Package Includes: Ellis Island Immigration Museum, Statue of Liberty Pedestal Pass, Roundtrip Ferry Ticket and Transportation.

Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32 (Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 7:30 am #6621 $104 Per person

Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty Bus Trip FOODS & NEIGHBORHOODS OF NEW YORK BUS TRIP

Sunday, July 21, 2019• 7:30AM-10PM New York City is a melting pot of people and cultures. Join us as we stop in the neighborhoods of South Street Seaport, SoHo,

the Lower East Side and Little Italy where you can drink in the culture and savor their unique flavors with time to

browse, buy, and eat on your own. Package Includes: Stops in South Street Seaport, SoHo, The Lower East Side, Little Italy and Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32 (Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).


Saturday, August 24, 2019 • 8:45AM-11PM Explore the world's aquatic habitats from tropical rain-forest to coral reefs at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. The day is yours to explore the aquarium and the Inner Harbor as you please. We will arrive in Baltimore, MD at approximately 11:00

a.m. (pending traffic) for admission into the National Aquarium, a world class facility that features close to 20,000 marine creatures in naturalistic exhibits. See the world from below the surface from the Blacktip Reef featuring sharks, rays and sea turtles to the Living Seashore where you can roll up your sleeves and experience the touch pools and a variety of hands-on

experiences. Visit the Jellies Invasion exhibit or Shark Alley, the Atlantic Coral Reef or the Amazon River Forest, and don’t forget the ever popular Dolphin Discovery, home to seven Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Spend as much or as little time in the Aquarium as you would like. The day is yours to explore the aquarium and the Inner Harbor as you please. May we suggest the Maryland Science Center – offering numerous sites and hands on exhibits or check out the IMAX theatre and planetarium. Why not explore Baltimore by water? Take a water taxi to any one of a dozen stops along the waterfront. We will depart the harbor at 6:00 p.m. for home. Please have dinner before departing. Package Includes: Aquarium Admission, Free Time at Inner Harbor, and Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32 (Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).


BALTIMORE INNER HARBOR AQUARIUM BUS TRIP

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Special Events!


Trips

Sunday, October 13, 2019 • 7:30AM-11PM Join the fun in Wellsboro, PA where you’ll enjoy panoramic views from above the PA Grand Canyon plus horse-drawn covered wagon ride into the gorge. After a short restroom stop on the way, we will begin our day with a delicious brunch at the Penn Wells Restaurant featuring a waffle bar, eggs benedict, French toast and much more plus a variety of lunch favorites. Then, take a short walking tour of downtown Wellsboro, where you will feel like you have stepped back in time while viewing the beautiful well-kept homes, and the distinctive gaslights which line main street, followed by a driving tour through the local area. After the tour, we will make our way to the PA Grand Canyon Overlook and Visitors Center. Pine Creek Gorge, otherwise known as the “Grand Canyon of PA”, is a classic example of a canyon cut during the Ice Age, primarily the result of water overflowing a former glacial lake. The canyon meanders through a vast wilderness landscape of breathtaking beauty and unparalleled views ablaze with the vibrant colors of autumn. The visitor’s center will provide a look back at the formation of the gorge through an introductory video and exhibits. Now, it’s time to take a closer look at the canyon with a 2-hour long covered wagon ride into the Upper Gorge along the Pine Creek. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Following our covered wagon ride, we will depart for home with a dinner stop along the way at your own expense.

Package Includes: Brunch at Penn Wells Restaurant, Step-on Guide, Short Walking Tour of Wellsboro, PA Grand Canyon Overlook & Visitors Center, Covered Wagon Ride & Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32 (Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).


PA GRAND CANYON & WAGON RIDE BUS TRIP

There are only a limited number of seats available for each trip, please register early!

NEW YORK CITY YOUR WAY- BUS TRIP

Saturday, September 21, 2019 7:30AM-10PM There's so much to see and do in the Big Apple! If you're visiting New York City and wondering what to do, check out our great tour options. Whether you want to see the latest Broadway Musical, experience New York City's best museums and attractions or go shopping and dining, we've got great recommendations for your trip to New York City. Plan your day in New York and let us take you there in the carefree comfort of

a deluxe Wolf's motor coach. New York offers a wide variety of world-class sightseeing, dining and shopping opportunities that you can take advantage of. Take New York City into your own hands. We will get into the city at approximately 11:30 a.m. and drop you off around the theater district and depart the city at 6:30 p.m. New York Your Way gives you the opportunity to

decide what you would like to do for the day. The city is yours for the day when it’s “New York Your Way”. There will be a short stop on the way to the city at a fast food restaurant and a short rest stop on the way home from New York City. Please have dinner in the city before departing for home. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32(Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 7:30 am #6618 (Sep 21) $80 Per person

Soccer Shots


Sports/Dance Camps

SPORTS SQUIRTS CAMP Ages 3-5 The US Sports Institute's Sports Squirts programs are designed to introduce children aged 3-5 to a variety of sports in a safe and structured environment. All games and activities will encompass hand-eye coordination, balance, agility and movement-all key factors to the early development of children in sport. In addition to having a great time playing sports, children will develop social interaction and communication skills. All sports are developed through a series of games and activities designed to ensure learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun! M-F 5:00-5:45 pm Jul 29-Aug 2 #6635 Mem/Res/Non-Res $90

Gelder Park-Soccer Field


PARENTS & ME SPORTS SQUIRTS CAMP Ages 2-3 The US Sports Institute's Parent & Me Total Sports Squirts program allows children aged 2-3 to experience a new sport in each session of the program with a helping hand from Mom or Dad! Children have the opportunity to try T-Ball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Basketball, Floor Hockey, Flag Football, Parachute Games and more in a safe, structured environment. The Total Sports Squirts program is ideal for any child that needs a little help from Mom or Dad. This is an excellent opportunity for you to spend quality time together while easing your child into social situations with support and confidence, which will enable them to move onto our Total Sports Squirts classes. As with all Squirts programs, the emphasis is on safety, fun and learning. All sports are presented in a positive and relaxed environment with an emphasis on participation, interaction and communication. M-F 5:00-5:45 pm Jul 29-Aug 2 #6634 Mem/Res/Non-Res $90 Gelder Park-Soccer Field

MULTI-SPORTS CAMP Ages 5-12 The US Sports Institute's flagship Total Play Multi Sports camp is the original multi sports camp where your child has the opportunity to play over 16 different sports from around the world in one fun packed week! All activities will allow children to develop control, accuracy, co-ordination and timing. Inspired by the fun and relaxed atmosphere, your child will have the opportunity to thrive on the sports field. Variety, activity and enjoyment stand as key attributes to developing a healthy lifestyle. Each sport will be delivered as a series of progressive games and scrimmages designed to enhance knowledge, skill and character on the playing field. Instruction provided by the US Sports Institute. FULL DAY: M-F 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Jul 29-Aug 2 #6631 Mem/Res/Non-Res $199 Gelder Park-Soccer Field

HALF DAY: M-F 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Jul 29-Aug 2 #6632 Mem/Res/Non-Res $169 Gelder Park-Soccer Field HALF DAY: M-F 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Jul 29-Aug 2 #6633 Mem/Res/Non-Res $129

Gelder Park-Soccer Field

BITTY BALLET CAMP Ages 3-7 A week-long camp to introduce new or young dancers to the art of ballet. Children will learn the basic positions and moves in ballet while learning to control their bodies and develop a love for dance and movement. Camp is designed for children ages 3 to 6 years old and is an independent class. Each session will consist of a standard ballet class, a snack time/sharing time, and creative movement to music. Parents will be welcome to join on the last day of camp for a small show and presentation. M-TH 10:00 – 11:30 am Jun 10-13 #6643 Mem/Res/Non-Res $85

Hershey Public Library Room #1

Youth Programs


ROBO CAMP w/SYLVAN Gr. 1-6 Students will interact and work through all new builds! Early in the week students will build robots from instructions, and as we progress students will be encouraged to design and build their own creations. Instructed by Sylvan Edge. M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm Jul 8-12 #6668 Mem/Res/Non-Res $249 Derry Township Administration Building Meeting Room 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey

CARS & BRIDGES ENGINEERING CAMP w/SYLVAN Gr. 2-6 Each day of this camp, we will look at a different type of car and bridge. For the cars, we will focus on different propulsion methods, and for the bridges, we will highlight the advantages and disadvantages of each design. All builds will be build with K'NEX®. Students will discover the amazing world of engineering using their imaginations to build, design and experiment with simple machines using LEGO®. Instructed by Sylvan Edge. M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm Jun 17-21 #6667 Mem/Res/Non-Res $249 Derry Township Administration Building Meeting Room 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey

CREATIVE CODING CAMP w/SYLVAN Gr. 3-8 The kids will unleash their creativity and programming skills with coding projects in art, music and math -- such as comic design, animation and even game design. Students will discover the amazing world of engineering using their imaginations to build, design and experiment with simple machines using LEGO®. Instructed by Sylvan Edge. M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm Aug 12-16 #6669 Mem/Res/Non-Res $249

Derry Township Administration Building Meeting Room 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey

STOP MOTION ANIMATION CAMP w/SYLVAN Gr. 3-8 Who doesn't want to make their own short movie? In this class, students entering grades 3-8 will create a story-line and then bring it to life using stop-motion animation! Students will use LEGOs to create and animate their own scenes and characters in this new camp! Instructed by Sylvan Edge. M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm Jul 29-Aug 2 #6670 Mem/Res/Non-Res $249 Derry Township Administration Building Meeting Room 600 Clearwater Road, Hershey

*BALLET & TAP W KINDERDANCE Age appropriate ballet and tap that incorporates fitness, creative movement and educational concepts such as colors, numbers, words, months, and seasons. Kinderdance is a continuing program but at a preschool rate. Parents are welcome to watch the class to see the fun! Clothing needed: Comfortable shirt and stretch pants or leotard and tights, if you’d like (any color). Shoes: Ballet and tap shoes are optional. Shoes are available to purchase from Kinderdance. Please call (717) 540-1090 for information and cost. Instructed by Kinderdance International.

Ages 3-5 Tuesdays 5:45-6:00 pm Apr 2-May 14 #6656 (no class 4/23) Jun 4-Jul 16 #6657 (no class 6/25) Sep 10-Oct 22 #6658 (no class 9/24) Chocolate Workers Local 464 16 W Caracas Avenue, Hershey

*KINDERTOTS Age 2 A pre-Kinderdance program designed to develop pre-ballet/tap/acrobatic skills. Tuesdays 5:00-5:30 pm Apr 2-May 14 #6662 (no class 4/23) Jun 4-Jul 16 #6663 (no class 6/25) Sep 10-Oct 22 #6664 (no class 9/24) Chocolate Workers Local 464 16 W Caracas Avenue, Hershey

Instructed by Kinder Dance International. Registration fee $15 once per year.

Program fee is $65 for Ballet & Tap/$55 for Kindertots *PAYMENT WILL BE DUE ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS*

Cash or Check is accepted.

Ages 4-6 Tuesdays $65 6:45-7:00 pm Apr 2-May 14 #6659 (no class 4/23) Jun 4-Jul 16 #6660 (no class 6/25) Sep 10-Oct 22 #6661 (no class 9/24) Chocolate Workers Local 464 16 W Caracas Avenue, Hershey

SPRING FLING DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT Have you tried Disc Golf? Are you already finding yourself sneaking out at lunch or in the evenings just to hear the sound of the plastic hitting chains? Whether you are a beginner, novice, or advanced player, this event is for you. Derry Township Parks & Recreation and Hershey Area Disc Golf

present our first Spring Fling Tournament. We will have two divisions for this non-sanctioned event - Beginners and Advanced. Beginner division will receive a new disc and towel for entering, with a

chance to win more discs. Advanced division players will play for either cash prizes or discs. Prizes will be awarded based on final standings at the end of two rounds. The two rounds of golf will be in a doubles "best throw" format. Bring your own partner or be paired up with another single player. On each throw, you get to decide who has the better shot, and from that spot you each get to throw the next shot. It's an exciting way to work as a team - take risks, play it safe, or strategize based on your skills. Teams will remain the same for both rounds, and the lowest combined score at the end of two rounds will be ranked in order. Entry fees: Beginner = 10.00 each player, Advanced = 15.00 each player. We will offer a learn-to-play kick off at 9:00 am for beginners with expert tips on throwing, putting, etc. Tournament meeting will be at 9:45, with tee off at 10:00am. We look forward to seeing you there!

Saturday, May 11 9:45 am-2:00 pm BEGINNER DIVISION #6648 $10 ADVANCED DIVISION #6649 $15

Shank Park

MID PENN WOMEN’S DISC GOLF CLUB Mid Penn Women’s Disc Golf Club meets on Wednesday evenings from April through August at various courses in Cumberland, Dauphin, York and surrounding counties of Pennsylvania. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate in a mini skills clinic prior to playing a round of 9 or 18 holes. Clinic starts at 5:15pm and the round begins at 5:30pm. There is no cost for this league. Discs will be provided. The club's mission is to introduce more women to the sport of disc golf and provide a friendly atmosphere for growing the sport. A group of local experienced players will teach basic skills and rules of the game. Our goal is to help women improve their skills and confidence, and to have fun playing disc golf. Please join us for Mid Penn Women’s disc golf Wednesdays or on Saturday August 31st to play East Hanover Park, Shank Park and at the Hershey Hotel course. To get the full traveling schedule join the Mid Penn Women’s Disc Golf Club’s face book page. For more information contact Donna Griest at 717-385-2250 or [email protected].

Disc Golf


Hershey American Legion Post 386 Flag Fund

The flags that line Chocolate Avenue are provided free of charge by the Hershey American Legion Post 386. They gladly and proudly provide this service to properly show their community patriotism. In order to continue this great tradition, they are asking for your help. Any contributions you could make to their ‘Flag Fund’ would be greatly appreciated.

If you would like to help, please complete this form and mail it to: Hershey American Legion Post 386,

166 E Derry Road, PO Box 491, Hershey, PA 17033. Please make checks payable to ‘Hershey American Legion Post 386 Flag Fund’. Forms may also be picked up at the Hershey Recreation Center 605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey. Every donation helps! A new flag can be purchased for every $9 received.

Name ________________________

Phone _______________________

Address ______________________

Donation Amount ______________

Hershey American Legion Post 386

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Dog/Puppy Classes PUPPY/DOG TRAINING 101 This basic training class is appropriate for any dog over 10 weeks old. Learn how to train your dog so they will respond to basic commands such as sit, down, drop, etc. Topics such as walking on a loose leash, biting, chewing, dog/human body language, games and many others will also be covered. The handler must be at least 10 years old, but the entire family is encouraged to attend the session to observe. Bring a 6 ft. nylon or leather leash, a well-fitting collar, treats or toy, water, patience and a positive attitude. Instructor: Doug Parson, Gut Hunds Dog Training.

Mondays 6:00-7:00 pm Apr 8-May 13 #6636 Aug 19-Sep 23 #6637

Mem /Res $80 Non-Res $90 Gelder Park– Picnic Shelter

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Memorial Day Ceremony/ Essay Contest

Monday, May 27, 2019 • Hershey Fire Department

Each year the Township of Derry Memorial Day Observance Committee plans a special observance honoring those

who have served our country in the armed forces. There will be a parade that will leave from the Hershey Company’s South lot,

and upon conclusion, a special ceremony will be held at the Hershey Fire Department.

The Hershey Italian Lodge holds a ceremony at 9:00 am.

at the Soldier Memorial on West Chocolate Avenue.

FEATURED AT THE EVENT:

• Parade staging begins at 8:00 am

• Parade begins at 10:00 am

• Ceremony begins at 11:30 am

• Live music

• Keynote Speaker

• Reading of youth essays

Memorial Day Essay Contest Rules 1. Open to Derry Township residents in grades 4 – 12.

A) “What Memorial Day Means to Me.”

B) “Consider the sacrifices soldiers have made, and make, for our country. Write a letter to a soldier, real or

fictitious, thanking them for their service.”

C) “Find a quote that you believe appropriately honors/summarizes Memorial Day.

Explain why you chose this quote.

D) ”Interview a relative, neighbor or veteran, who lived through one of the wars of the twentieth and

twenty first centuries. Write a narrative about that person’s experience and how it relates to Memorial Day.”

1. Essays should be typewritten, double- spaced on plain white paper, or neatly

handwritten. Include name, teacher’s name, and your grade.

2. One winner and one honorable mention will be selected from each age group. Winners and Honorable Mentions receive cash

prizes that are donated by the Friends of Derry Township Parks and Recreation.

3. Winners are required to read their essays at the Memorial Day Observance held on Monday, May 27, at 11:30 am.

4. Deadline for essays is Friday, May 10, 2019.

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Name (s):

Organization:

Address: City, State, Zip:

Daytime phone: Evening phone:

Division: Approximate number in group:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 24 at 12:00 noon

For further information, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 533-7138.

Sponsored by: The Friends of Derry Township • Parks & Recreation • Township of Derry Parks & Recreation Department

Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 27, 2019 Parade begins at 10 am

PARADE

2019 2019 HERSHEY’S

Memorial Day

Hershey area residents have always enjoyed the celebration of Memorial Day, and you can help honor America’s fallen heroes by showing your patriotism

in the Memorial Day Parade. The Parade Committee is now accepting applications from individuals and couples, small and large groups of marchers,

floats, and marching bands. Only registered participants may walk in the parade. Come be part of the tradition!

PLEASE NOTE: Due to safety concerns, throwing candy or any other objects from floats or

vehicles is strictly prohibited.

Parade Registration - Mail to: Township of Derry, Department of Parks & Recreation, 605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 or drop off at the Administration Building, 600 Clearwater Road,

Hershey, PA 17033 by 12 noon on Friday, May 24, 2019.


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Saturday, May 4, 2019 10 am – 3 pm

Manada Conservancy’s 19th Annual Spring Native Plant Sale Schaffner (Boro) Park, Hummelstown

Featuring many native perennials, trees, and shrubs, Manada Conservancy’s annual Native Plant Sale will again be held at Boro

(Schaffner) Park in Hummelstown. Manada Conservancy encourages planting native species to foster biodiversity in a world that is

being rapidly depleted of insects, birds, and mammals. Do what you can in your own backyard! Join us on May 4 and choose from a

vast selection of Manada-grown natives as well as those from regional vendors. Nature-themed art vendors and live music will also

be featured. Manada Conservancy members receive 10% off Manada plant purchases throughout the day as well as complimentary

breakfast and early-bird sales from 8-10:00 am. For membership information, visit our website at www.manada.org.

Shop our online presale for early purchases now through April 15 at www.manada.org. For additional information, contact Manada Conservancy at [email protected] or 717-566-4122.


Manada Conservancy

Wednesday, April 24, 2019 7:00 pm

“Backyard Pollinator Habitat” Grace United Methodist Church, Hummelstown

Pollinators are some of the most important animals on the planet. A vast majority of plants need them to reproduce. They are critical

members of the food web. Human agriculture and economies lean on them heavily. But alarmingly, global pollinator populations are

plummeting, due largely to our sterile modern landscape. The good news is that anyone with a backyard can help provide habitat for

these wonderful, essential insects! Ryan Davis, Pennsylvania Forests Program Manager for the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay,

will discuss native pollinators in detail, from their biology to specific ways you can improve your property to give these "good bugs"

a home!

Join us for an evening of inspiring ideas, just in time for spring planting season!

This program is free and open to the public. Please register by contacting Manada Conservancy at [email protected] or 717-566-4122.


Movies at Shank Park

JUNE 7, 2019

RAIN DATE JUNE 8

JULY 12, 2019

RAIN DATE JULY 20

AUGUST 9, 2019

RAIN DATE AUGUST 10

Bring the whole family to enjoy three great movies. Movies will begin at dusk, and admission is free!

Bring lawn chairs and blankets or you may watch and listen from your car too!

There will be a concession stand open during the movies.

Sponsored by the Friends of Derry Township Parks & Recreation

For more information, please visit www.usatheatres.com.

Movies Under the STARS!!


Hershey Recreation Center

March 10, 2019

Hershey Recreation Center The Hershey Recreation Center has served our community well since 1963, and countless memories have been made at the current facility. The time has finally come to look to the future, and we have closed our doors to the public for the final time on Sunday, March 10th. We are excited about the new community center that will be constructed over the next 14 months and we are thrilled about the additional recreational opportunities that will be created. We would like to thank all of our members and residents for all of their support over the past 56 years and we looking forward to serving you for decades to come in the new community center that is scheduled to open in the Summer of 2020.

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