Rumsey Island Residents Association

Rumsey Island is located in Joppa Town, MD.  

The Rumsey Island Residents Association is a group of residents and property owners who advocate for and organize activities within Rumsey Island. We are not an HOA. We have elected leaders and voluntary ($40 annual) dues. We work together for changes and improvements regarding neighborhood safety, beautification and social activities.

For more information contact us at RIRA@RumseyIsland.com

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Rumsey Island Bat House Glow Run

October 14,2023
7:00PM, Checkin starts at sunset 6:30PM
Copley Parish, 700 Anchor Drive, Joppa

2.5K Rumsey Island Bat House Glow Run/Walk/Wheel Fundraiser!!!
We are EXCITED to have our first 2.5K Rumsey Island Bat House Glow Run Fundraiser on Saturday October 14, 7:00 pm. Checkin starts at sunset, 6:30pm. Festivities include race walk/run/wheel with all your glow bling and hoping to see some bat costumes! Begin and end in the parking lot of Copley Parish 700 Anchor Drive, Joppa, MD. The route will weave through Rumsey Island. Pet and family friendly. Know your party’s capabilities and boundaries and choose appropriately! Be responsible and respectful! Black light glow party following the race.

All funds raised will be used to build, install, care for, and promote bat houses for Rumsey Island. We will help provide safe housing for our bat friends and in return they will help eat and manage our bug/mosquito population! The bats are already here, let’s welcome them to stay!

To register, visit, https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/62CHSDF
Please one survey registration per attendee. (If you are registering another person, ex. your child, please complete a new survey registration under their name.) T-Shirts available for registrations through Oct 9 only.

 

Rumsey Island Foodies

Thursday October 19, 2023; 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Location TBD

Third Thursdays enjoy a meal out with friends! A chance to kick back and spend some quality social time and fun with your Island Neighbors.

 

Historic Fall Festival

Saturday October 21, 2023; 11:00AM - 4:00PM
Church of the Resurrection Copley Parish
700 Anchor Dr, Joppa

Family friendly festival with a petting zoo, food, vendors, 1700s living history demonstrations and more! This Island Tradition has become a family favorite - so join us as we take a step back in time and learn more of our Island Home’s fascinating history!

Program advertising and vendor space available. https://www.copleyparish.org/node/14

 

RIRA MEMBERS MEETING

Saturday October 21, 2023; 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Church of the Resurrection Copley Parish
700 Anchor Dr, Joppa

The next General Members' Meeting will be held at Copley Parish on October 21st at 4pm immediately following the Heritage Festival. There will be a bonfire with complimentary s’mores.

Voting for Board Members will begin at 5:30 pm. Check back for more info.

 

 

By-Laws of Rumsey Island Residents Association, Inc.

In May 2023, the RIRA Board updated the Association's By-Laws. The revised RIRA by-laws were approved by the members at the June 21st meeting.

DOWNLOAD a copy of the By-Laws (pdf)

 

Dues Now Being Accepted!

Now is the perfect time to Renew or Join the Rumsey Island Residents Association.

Support the drive this year, and encourage your neighbors to join in as we work together in building a safe and healthy community that you will be proud to call home.

PAY NOW!

Please Note: RIRA Membership Dues are to be paid each calendar year. Membership runs from January through December.