Weekly News: Nov 26th, 2025, Ed.
The Weekly Co-op Scoop: Giving Thanks, Community Support, Savings and more -What’s new at Wild Oats Market
Thank you for being part of our community! We’ll be closed tomorrow for Thanksgiving and back open on Plaid Friday, celebrating local small businesses (feel free to wear plaid). This week brought Families Feeding Families meal deliveries, BCAC Elf Program support, and a Grandma Moses-style tree for Habitat for Humanity. Field Day organic savings continue through December 3rd and our charitable efforts will remain focused on food insecurity. As December begins, we also honor National Veterans Month. Enjoy the updates in this week’s newsletter.
Habitat for Humanity Holiday Trees
The Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity Holiday Trees Showcase at the First Congregational Church in Williamstown, MA is a festive community event that combines creativity with charitable giving. For just $10, participants can purchase a holiday tree at the Wild Oats Market service desk, decorate it with their own unique style, and return it for display during the showcase on Saturday, December 6. All proceeds benefit Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity, a nonprofit dedicated to building affordable homes for local families. Wild Oats Market is proud to contribute a tree designed by Julia Dixon and inspired by Grandma Moses, celebrating local folk art, farms, family, and community traditions. Join us to support affordable housing, enjoy beautiful holiday trees, and celebrate the spirit of giving in the Berkshires.
Weekly News: Nov 19th, 2025, Ed.
The Weekly Co-op Scoop: Community, Care, Savings and more. What’s new at Wild Oats Market
At the co-op, community & care are at the heart of what we do. That spirit came to life this week as we delivered Field Day organic staples (courtesy of our Nourishing Neighbors program) to the Berkshire Food Project. We were honored to attend the Best of the Berkshires celebration and receive the Best Organic Food award, a recognition we share with every shopper, farmer, and neighbor that helps the co-op thrive. Community care continues with Habitat for Humanity trees available at our service desk, and our penny social recipe baskets brimming with organic goodies. Be sure to explore the seasonal recipes, take advantage of the fresh deals and more! Details in link.
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.
Meet Holyoke Hummus
Join Us for a Tasting Event with John from Holyoke Hummus Company
Meet John from Holyoke Hummus Company and indulge in a delightful tasting event to sample locally made hummus including the iconic Hummus Flavored Hummus from their food truck, The Great Garbanzo. Don’t miss this chance to support this local artisan.
Weekly News: Nov 12th, 2025, Ed.
Wild Oats Market News | Weekly Co-op Scoop: Thankful & New Deals
The season of Thanksgiving and holiday baking is here, and we’re so thankful for you! Join us tomorrow at the Best of the Berkshirescelebration at the Stationery Factory as we proudly honor our Best Organic Food title. As the holidays approach, the co-op is here to help you gather, give, and share - whether it’s discovering new ingredients, finding local favorites, or supporting Nourishing Neighbors to lift up our community. Stop in for warmth, inspiration, and everything you need to make this season special.
Discover Wild Oats Market’s Weekly Co-op Scoop: holiday baking tips, giveaways, local favorites, and Best of the Berkshires celebration in this newsletter link!
Meet Von Trapp Farmstead
From Stage to Farmstead: A Taste of the VON TRAPP Legacy
Celebrate the real-life story behind The Sound of Music with a tasting of two beloved cheeses from the Von Trapp Farmstead - Oma and Mt. Alice. Erika “Oma” von Trapp, whose family inspired the iconic musical, brought her Austrian agricultural roots to Vermont, helping shape a farm known for harmony, heritage, and handcrafted cheese. Visit link for tasting event details.
Weekly News: Nov 5th, 2025, Ed.
The Weekly Co-op Scoop: Thanks and Giving, Healthy Food For All, Giveaway, New Deals, and more. From community to savings - see what’s new at Wild Oats Market
Wild Oats Market is dedicated to supporting families affected by food insecurity through initiatives like Nourishing Neighbors and Healthy Food For All. We invite you to learn more about our community-driven efforts and how you can contribute to making a positive impact. Together, we can strengthen our neighborhoods and ensure that every household has access to nutritious food. Learn about this and all the store updates - new deals, recipes, events, employee appreciation and more in the newsletter link below. There’s always something happening at your community-owned market, come visit us!
Weekly News: Oct 29th, 2025, Ed.
The Weekly Co-op Scoop: Halloween treats, contest winner, Thanksgiving meals, Field Day and more. From community to savings - see what’s new at Wild Oats Market
Thank you for voting Wild Oats Market, "Best Organic Food of the Berkshires!" We’re celebrating with gratitude for the local farms, producers, and shoppers who make Wild Oats thrive. Stop by on Halloween in costume for a treat, learn about the local Pumpkin Smash, and check out our new Kids Punch Card, making co-op visits a bit more fun for the little ones. November kicks off our Field Day Giving Campaign and continues Families Feeding Families to support neighbors in need. It’s also your last chance to grab Co-op Month sign-up perks and enter the Farm Stay Giveaway. There’s always something happening at your community-owned market, come see what’s new!
Weekly News: Oct 22nd, 2025, Ed.
The Weekly Co-op Scoop: BBQ Joy, Kids’ Punch Cards & Thanksgiving Prep - From scarecrows to savings, see what’s new at Wild Oats Market
We’re still smiling from the Wild Smoke BBQ - what a day! Thank you for bringing the heart & joy to a day filled with delicious food, creative scarecrows, live music, & kids' laughter. And cheers to everyone who joined us for co-op trivia fun at the Member-Owner Annual Meeting last night. Interested in an in-store co-op trivia night? Let us know, we'd love to make it happen.
This week, we’re kicking off our Families Feeding Families initiative to support neighbors in need. Thanksgiving preorders are now open to plan ahead. BCAC joins us Thursday to share vital updates on local support programs. Kids can now collect punches with the NEW Co+op Explorer Kids Punch Card to earn a free activity book! Co-op Month perks continue, new deals start & more below!
Weekly News: Oct 15th, 2025, Ed.
Co-op Scoop - Party, Photo Fun, Two-Sale Tuesday, and More - community spirit, fresh recipes, events, ways to save, & more!
This week’s newsletter is full of reasons to celebrate! We’re kicking things off with your thank-you Wild Smoke Free Community Party on Saturday, featuring flavorful homemade foods (while they last), live bluegrass from UNKENBREW, and a beer tasting with Progression Brewing Company. View all this and more below.
Weekly News: Oct 8th, 2025, Ed.
Co-op Scoop - Scarecrow Stories, Community Thank You Party and More - local events, community spirit, fresh recipes, ways to save, & more!
October is in full swing, and we’re celebrating the season with flavor, fun, and community spirit. From cozy soups and local honey to scarecrow stories and coloring contests, there’s something for everyone to savor. Whether you're stocking up for fall meals, joining us for #CoopMonth festivities, or planning ahead for holidays, we’re here to help. Dive into this week’s updates and deals - and don’t forget to meet our Scarecrow Family or the chance to win a farm stay getaway! View all this and more below.
Weekly News: Oct 1st, 2025, Ed.
Co-op Scoop - October Is a Month of Meaning & Celebration - local events, community spirit, fresh recipes, ways to save, & more!
October is a month of meaning and celebration at the Co-op! It’s a time for reflection, renewal, and community connection as we also mark Co-op Month and Fairtrade Month, recognizing the power of ethical choices and shared ownership. Join us as we march in the 69th Annual Fall Foliage Parade (Oct 5), gather for our Wild Smoke Thank You Community Party (Oct 18) – free and open to all – and enter our Farm Stay Giveaway, running all month long. With new deals, Donation Delivers, and more, there’s something for everyone this October! Read it below.
Weekly News: Sept 24th 2025, Ed.
Co-op Scoop - Fall Into Savings & Celebration at Wild Oats - local events, fresh recipes, ways to save, & more!
Fall into co-op fun and celebrate the season with us! This week's news is packed with co-op joy, savings, and community spirit! It's your guide to fresh new deals & Two-Sale Tuesday savings and can't miss events like our Annual Meeting, the free for community Wild Smoke Party, co-op month's Farm Stay Giveaway and the Fall Foliage Parade walk with us invite. Read on for all the details.
Wild Smoke 2025: Community Thank You Party, Homemade Foods, Beer Tasting & Live Bluegrass Music at the Co-op
Wild Smoke 2025 is our community thank-you party hosted by Wild Oats Market at 320 Main Street in Williamstown, MA, on Saturday, October 18th from 1–4 PM (rain date: Sunday, October 19th, same time). This free event is our way of celebrating with you! Featuring a pasture-raised pig from Valiant Home & Farmstead, cooked by our very own Meat Manager Rick, plus live acoustic music from Unken Brew and craft beer tastings from Progression Brewing Company. Come enjoy bold flavors, local sounds, and good company while the food lasts.
Weekly News: Sept 17th 2025, Ed.
The Weekly Co-op Scoop: Appreciation Days, New Deals, Thank You Events & More - local events, fresh recipes, ways to save, & more!
Thanks to everyone who joined us for last week's Ice Cream Social, in support of the Williamstown Youth Center! Now we're heading into another exciting week at the co-op, and we can't wait to celebrate with you! Member-Owner Appreciation Days run Sept 18–20 and include member-deals, samples and more! And, mark your calendar for Wild Smoke on Oct 18 - our free community appreciation celebration, featuring a pasture-raised pig, live music, beer tastings and more (while the food lasts!). Read on to learn about our upcoming board meeting (Sept 21st) and more in the link below.
Weekly News: Sept 10th 2025, Ed.
Co-op Scoop: Music, Sundaes, Deals, Voting & More -
local events, fresh recipes & ways to save
Due to last weekend’s rain, the Ice Cream Social featuring live music by TechnicalDifficulties has been rescheduled to this Saturday, Sept 13, from 1 to 4 PM. Swing by after the morning Fun Run and continue to support the Youth Center! Grab some treats, build your own sundae, and celebrate the final stretch of summer with good vibes and great music. And, don't forget the Best of the Berkshires voting is now open until September 16th. If we've made a positive impact on your day, please consider voting for us (click here to cast your vote.) Enjoy the following deals and community highlights! Visit the link below:
Weekly News: Sept 3rd, 2025, Ed.
The Co-op Scoop: Ice Cream Social for the Kids, Weekly Deals and More - Exciting organic store updates!
Join us this Saturday, Sept. 6 from 1–4 PM, for our Ice Cream Social. Families and friends can build sundaes with Bart’s Ice Cream, enjoy live music by TechnicalDufficulties, and help support the Williamstown Youth Center, all while celebrating community and summer's final stretch.
While you're here, take advantage of fresh deals on Macintosh Apples, Jasper Hill’s Alpha Tolman, Buy One-Get One FREE MyBacon and more!
It's also time for Best of the Berkshires! - If our service has made a difference in your day, we'd be honored to have your vote. Click here to cast your vote.
Visit link below to view new deals, Member updates, and more!
Appalachian Naturals
Join us for a delightful tasting event at Wild Oats Market! Discover the delicious flavors of Appalachian Naturals' natural & organic dressings and sauces, all made with locally grown ingredients. Indulge in gluten-free options that are not only healthy but also incredibly tasty.
Come and taste the goodness of nature. See you there!
Weekly News: Aug 27th, 2025, Ed.
The Co-op Scoop: New Fresh Finds and Local Fun Exciting organic store updates!
Labor Day week is here, and we’re brimming with ways to celebrate the season! From sizzling cookout deals and fresh recipes, to community events that bring us all together. Be sure to mark your calendar for our upcoming Ice Cream Social and starting Sept 2nd, Best of the Berkshires voting opens! If our service has made a difference in your day, we'd be honored to have your support. You can click here to cast your vote. Scroll below to view new Ways-to-Save, upcoming Member-Owner Appreciation details and more!
