We hope that everyone had a fun and safe the 4th of July holiday weekend.

The RRA Board is thrilled to announce our

8th Annual RRA SEPTEMBERFEST
Sunday, September 20th, 2026, 12-4pm
The Windward School, 1275 Mamaroneck Ave

Through word of mouth and neighborly conversations, we are hoping for increased participation and another wonderful turnout, so make sure to save the date!

Events like this don’t happen on their own and without the help of our RRA residents.  We need more involvement every year from our fellow residents.  If you can volunteer an hour or two the day of the event, and be on the Septemberfest Committee, please fill out the form here.  If you would like more details about the Septemberfest Committee, please email us at info@wprra.org.

We are also seeking additional RRA Board members!
If you are actively involved in Rosedale neighborhood, want to make a difference in your community, you attend at least three Common Council meetings at City Hall per year and can commit to joining our Board of Directors which typically meets once per month, please reach out to us at info@wprra.org.

Remember RRA Dues pay for fun events like these.  If you have not yet paid your dues please do so, or bring them with you and pay at the Welcome Desk the day of SEPTEMBERFEST.  Annual dues are $35 for households with 2 or less residents, and $45 for households with 3 or more residents.  Dues can be paid at https://wprra.org/membership/

Are you interested in donating to our raffle and being featured in this newsletter, on our website and in print on the raffle?
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Below is some information regarding the 8th Annual RRA SEPTEMBERFEST!

Date: Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Time: 12-4pm

Venue: The Windward School (Lower School), 1275 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY 10605
The school has a parking lot, restrooms, playground, open field, and basketball court.  Feel free to bring sports equipment to play games on the field.

Picnic Style:  Tables and chairs will be setup but please feel free to bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, coolers or whatever you want to make yourselves comfortable.

Food, Ice Cream, Friends and Fun! Come Hungry!  Food will be served from approximately 12-2:00pm.

Bounce House for the kids!

DJ & Entertainment

Face Painting/Tattoo Station

Fire Truck/Police Vehicle: children will be allowed to explore a fire truck/police vehicle and meet some of WP’s local heroes.

Raffle Prizes from local WP businesses: Details to come!

Vendors: We will have RRA vendors set up tables to sell goods and products.  If you are interested in setting up a vendor table please contact the RRA (info@wprra.org).

Guests Allowed and Encouraged: We will be also be inviting our neighboring associations (Gedney, North St., and others).  All non-RRA guests are asked to pay a food/beverage and entertainment fee:
$15- Guest Charge (> 5 years old)
$10- Child Guest Charge (< 5 years old)

Below are some pictures from last years SEPTEMBERFEST in 2025.  So many friendly smiles and interactions with neighbors and elected officials.  This year is going to be even better!!!!!!