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Welcome to your hub for all things happening at the co-op, from tasty tastings and local vendor pop-ups to kid-friendly coloring contests and seasonal celebrations. This is where community comes alive! Bookmark this page and be the first to know about fresh events, flavorful experiences, and moments that make the co-op more than a market! It’s your gathering place.
Berkshire Food Project
Wild Oats Market is proud to support the Berkshire Food Project through our shopper donations, helping provide no‑cost, homemade meals and essential community resources to neighbors facing hunger and food insecurity. This partnership strengthens local access to nutritious food, promotes dignity and connection, and ensures everyone has a welcoming place to gather. Learn more about how your generosity nourishes the Berkshires.
Weekly News: Feb 11th, 2026, 5PM Ed.
Co-op Scoop: Sweet Gifts, Big Savings & February Celebrations
Valentine’s Day is here, and we’re stocked with sweet treats, local blooms, thoughtful gifts, and big shareable cookies from Moon Bakery. The Hot & Salad Bar is serving breakfast sandwiches and fresh daily meals, too. Read on for this week’s highlights and savings!
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Harvesting Flavor: Plant‑Based Cooking, Nutrition Talks & Demo • March–May 2026
Join Harvesting Flavor and Jill Ahlstrand for beginner‑friendly plant‑based nutrition talks, practical cooking tips, and a live cooking demonstration at Wild Oats Market. Learn simple ways to eat more plants, boost energy, and cook meals that fit real life.
Weekly News: Feb 4th, 2026, 5PM Ed.
Co-op Scoop: Game‑Day Favorites, Local Makers & Fresh Grab‑and‑Go. Hot Bar, Salad Bar, bakery treats, and Argyle Cheese Farmer, New Deals and more!
It’s Super Bowl weekend, and we’re stocked with game-day favorites throughout the store and in our grab-and-go case. Our hot and salad bar is back and serving up breakfast sandwiches and more. Stop by this Saturday for a tasting with Argyle Cheese Farmer, and thanks for supporting your community-owned grocery store! Dive in, read this newsletter using link above and enjoy! Dive in, read this newsletter, enjoy!
Davidovich New York–Style Bagels Are Back
Davidovich New York–style bagels are back at Wild Oats Market. We are bringing authentic, hand‑rolled, kettle‑boiled flavor to our community. Crafted by Davidovich Bakery with all‑natural ingredients and traditional wooden‑plank baking, these artisan bagels deliver the classic chew New Yorkers love. We’re offering Everything, Sesame Seed, and Plain Bagels and inviting shoppers to vote for a fourth flavor: Asiago, Blueberry, Cinnamon Raisin, or Jalapeno.
Weekly News: Jan 28th, 2026, 5PM Ed.
Co-op Scoop: Fresh Picks, Local Blooms, Truffle Tasting, New Ways to Save - Hot - Salad Bar Updates, Tulips, Kids Fun, Community Giving, Recipes and More!
Cold winter days are definitely making themselves known! As we continue to dig out from the snow and keep the store cozy, we’re also putting the finishing touches on our refreshed hot and salad bar, slated to wrap up in the coming days. In the meantime, stop in! Good food, friendly faces and community are always on the menu. Thanks for braving the cold with us and supporting your local co-op. Dive in and enjoy!
Hoosac Harvest
February 2026 Every Penny Counts Recipient
The co-op is excited to support Hoosac Harvest, an all‑volunteer program that helps Northern Berkshire residents access fresh, locally grown food through subsidized CSA shares. Your contribution ensures partner farms are paid in full and makes healthy, sustainable food affordable for families in our community.
Williamstown Food Pantry
Williamstown Food Pantry - December 2025 Donation Delivered. Last week, the co-op met with longtime Williamstown Food Pantry volunteers to deliver a check for $1,822.52, the full amount raised through our December Every Penny Counts Program. We’re grateful to our shoppers for rounding up and to the pantry’s dedicated volunteers for their ongoing service to local families. With potential SNAP changes ahead, community support remains essential. View link below to learn more.
Charlotte - Coloring Contest Winner!
Congratulations to Charlotte, our December Co+op Explorer Coloring Contest winner! A budding artist who even creates her own comics, Charlotte was excited to find the coloring sheets at checkout and took home the new Wishes design to keep creating.
Weekly News: Jan 21st, 2026, Ed.
This week’s Co‑op Scoop is all about fresh starts and local joy. We’re celebrating our Employee of the Month, sharing exciting Hot/Salad Bar updates, and brightening winter days with fresh tulips from our local growers. Inside the newsletter, you’ll find new Ways‑to‑Save - including Wild Weekly Deals, Co+op Flyer specials, and College Fridays -plus upcoming tastings with Truffles by Tarah and Argyle Cheese Farmer, fun Co+op Explorers activities, community giving opportunities, and delicious recipes like Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa and Apple & Date‑stuffed Butternut Squash. Stop in for fantastic deals on organic produce, bakery favorites, seafood, cheese, and more while supplies last. Your co‑op is here to help you savor the season and shop smart all week long.
December Employee of the Month
December Employee Of the Month - Cheers to Al
We’re excited to recognize Al for her positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to step up when needed. She brings a calm, capable presence to the team and consistently supports both her coworkers and our guests.
Al’s initiative, teamwork, and dedication make a meaningful difference in day-to-day operations, and we’re grateful to have her as part of the Wild Oats team.
Thank you, Al, for the great work you do and for helping make the co-op stronger every day.
Weekly News:Jan 14th, 2026, Ed.
Co-op Scoop: New Deals, Wellness BOGO, Board Update, Events and More
Love at first bite is officially happening with fresh-baked cookies now sold without packaging ready to brighten your day! You'll also find a pizza station stocked with fixin's, ready for you to grab and go!
As we pause to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day and reflect on our shared values, know that we are honored to serve our community Please read on to learn more about our: Rise & Shine BOGO Wellness Deals, new Wild Weekly Deals, family programs, donation opportunities, and a batch of upcoming events. Enjoy! Come #ShopTheCoop!
Meet Argyle Cheese Farm
Join us for A Pre‑Valentine’s Cheese Affair on February 7th from 11 AM to 2 PM, a celebration of local A2 cheeses crafted by real farmers from Argyle Cheese Farmer. Taste Mercy Creamy Aged Cheddar, General Burgoyne Traditional NY Cheddar, Grace Gouda‑Style Cheese, and Buffalo Wing Cheese Curds while learning what flavors pair beautifully with each - berries, chocolate, honey, and sparkling drinks. Enjoy a delicious, community‑rooted experience that’s all about love at first bite.
Best of The Berkshires Winner!
Wild Oats Market is honored to be recognized in the Best of the Berkshires Awards, a celebration of the region’s most trusted and community‑minded businesses. As a cooperative grocery store rooted in Williamstown for more than four decades, we’re proud to be acknowledged for our commitment to local farms, sustainable food systems, and exceptional customer care. This recognition for produce and organic foods reflects the dedication of our member‑owners, staff, and shoppers who make Wild Oats a welcoming hub for fresh, organic, and locally sourced foods in the Northern Berkshires. Discover why our co‑op continues to be a top choice for residents and visitors seeking quality, community‑driven grocery shopping.
Weekly News:Jan 7th, 2025, Ed.
Our first weekly newsletter of the new year is here, & it’s packed with ways to start 2026 feeling good. Inside you’ll find …
Rise & Shine BOGO Wellness Deals
New Wild Deals and Co+op Flyer savings
Family Co+op Explorers and kids’ activities
Upcoming events, including Taste the Love with Truffles by Tarah
Community giving opportunities through EPC, Nourishing Neighbors, and our Service Desk drop‑box
Membership updates and Board news
Fresh recipes - from Classic Caesar Salad to Kale & Beet Pizza and a cozy Savory Noodle Kugel
It’s a great moment to reconnect with your co‑op community and discover what’s happening around the store. Enjoy the full newsletter
Meet Truffles by Tarah LLC
Taste the Love for a Sweet Start To Valentine’s Day
Celebrate with a chocolate-filled tasting from Truffles by Tarah. Everyone is welcome to explore the rich, handcrafted, truffle flavors created by local artisan Tarah. Sample decadent varieties, meet the maker, and show your love for a local vendor offering gourmet treats perfect for Valentine's Day.
Weekly News: Dec 31st, 2025, Ed.
Co-op Scoop: New Year, Wellness BOGO, New Deals, and More
Happy New Year! We're wishing you a safe and joyful celebration as we welcome 2026 together!
We’re ringing in the year with a burst of savings, including the Rise & Shine, Buy One/Get One FREE Wellness event! You’ll also find fresh Wild Weekly Deals and additional updates below. And if you're thinking about resolutions, check out this thoughtful read from grocery.coop: One and Done: The Only New Year's Resolution You'll Ever Need
Here’s to starting the year with great food and great community! Cheers!
HOLIDAY HOURS
New Year's Eve - Wed, Dec 31: 8 AM – 6 PM
New Year's Day - Thurs, Jan. 1: Closed
Color with Us! Join the Fun!
Calling all kids twelve and under! Visit the co-op service desk to join our exciting coloring contests. Ask our friendly cashiers for details. Create your artwork and drop it off at the co-op by the deadline for a chance to win a bag of Field Day Products Goodies from Wild Oats Market.
Moseah - Coloring Contest Winner!
Congratulations to our November Thanksgiving Coloring Contest winner. The winner visited the co‑op wearing a fun mask inspired by his dog, Loki, and shopped with his family to pick out his Field Day Organic prize package. His winning page was full of bright colors and seasonal Thanksgiving vibes. Thank you to all the young artists who entered and helped make this contest special.