Inaugural Rivertown Public Market Set For Saturday

DOBBS FERRY, NY — The inaugural Rivertown Public Market will take place in Dobbs Ferry from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, September 22, rain or shine, at Waterfront Park. It will feature destination-worthy food and drinks from around Westchester and the lower Hudson Valley, live music and kids’ activities, all in a picturesque setting alongside the Hudson River.

Public markets were once a hallmark of civic life, where producers and neighbors could meet as they went about their daily routines. Organizers are embracing the sense of community that defines the Rivertowns, while providing a forum for our local culinary stars to share their latest creations.

The event will be open to the public and free of charge.

An all-star slate of local purveyors of food and drink has been lined up, including Campbell Meats, Mr. Koo’s Kitchen, The Cookery/Dave Di Bari, Bread & Brine, Boro6, Baked by Susan, Taconic Distillery, Samosa Shack, Penny Lick Ice Cream, Irvington Delight, La Milpa de Rosa Tortillas, Harper’s, Big Bang Coffee Roasters, Westchester Burger Truck and Luxx Chocolat.

Free children’s entertainment and activities will include a performance by Mario the Magician, and classes by Hastings Yoga, Edge Martial Arts and Westchester Turf & Tennis. Some of the Rivertowns’ most popular original bands will be featured, including the soul-tinged folk-rock group The Divining Rod, roots-rockers Greetings From Anywhere, and the eclectic samba ensemble Osaka De Janeiro.

There will be a limited amount of free parking available at the Waterfront Park on a first-come, first-served basis, but attendees are encouraged to walk or take public transit if possible. Also attendees are urged bring reusable water bottles to generate as little waste as possible, organizers said.

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