Last spring, Hudson Valley radio personality  Kacey Morabito Grean launched a new outdoor market at Mt. Carmel Field, in Verplanck, to give local growers and artists a place to safely gather and sell their wares. The Market is set to reopen for 2021 on Mother’s Day, May 9, in a new location: the Cortlandt Waterfront Park in Verplanck.

The newly named Market on the River will be held Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through August, and then from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through October. Parking and admission are free.

Opening day will include a free gift for moms, while other events are being planned throughout the season to “create health and happiness,” says Morabito Grean, who is also a life coach and Reiki healer. There will be a special section at The Market for the healing arts. Prana Moon Yoga and Fused Fitness, both of Peekskill, will be offering outdoor classes. Food vendors include Vita’s Veggies, of Montrose, EarthTone Farm, of Garrison, and Red Door Baking, of Buchanan. 

Host of the podcast Shine On and a longtime morning radio host on 100.7 WHUD, Morabito Grean also founded Let It Shine Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit supporting women in times of need and transition. She and her sister run a food pantry and host inspirational retreats and events for women.