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.
Employee of the Month - July 2025
Cheers to Christina - Since joining the co-op in February 2023, Christina has brought warmth, drive, and reliability to every shift. From supporting teammates to diving into new responsibilities, she approaches each day with a positive attitude and an eagerness to help.
Now serving as our Bulk Buyer, she continues to shine as a dependable, hardworking member of the Wild Oats crew.
Help us celebrate Christina’s well-earned recognition!
Deans Beans Organic Coffee
Dean’s Beans Coffee Tasting - Friday, August 1 • 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Swing by the co-op for a free coffee tasting with Dean’s Beans Organic Coffee! Sample their bold hot brews and smooth NICE Nitro Cold Brew, meet the team, and learn about their ethical sourcing.
No RSVP needed—just come sip, learn, and connect.
Fuel Your Finish Line with OWL Energy Bars! 100 Calories. All the Good Stuff.
Join the Williamstown Community Chest's Fun Run on September 13, 2025 at the Williamstown Youth Center—and fuel your stride with a free tasting of clean, locally made OWL Energy Bars. With all three gluten-free flavors—Maple Pecan (vegan), Original, and Cherry Almond—participants can recharge with wholesome ingredients that are Non-GMO and allergy-friendly. Whether you run, walk, or cheer, don't miss the chance to taste and take advantage of an exclusive in-store OWL Bar deal the week of the event.
Fresh Flavor Meets Lucky Summer Fun: Our Picnic for Two Giveaway Winner, Cathy Talarico
Congratulations to Cathy Talarico—our “Picnic for Two” Giveaway winner. This longtime co-op Member-Owner picked up her prize just in time for an outdoor concert at The Clark.
Cathy, a proud Member-Owner since 1990, shared her thoughts on the experience: “I’m so pleased to see Wild Oats continue to support local farmers and producers. It is a wonderful community resource, and I’m proud to be a member-owner.”
Her summer-ready haul included creamy Holyoke Hummus, Black Cat Figs, prosciutto, mozzarella, and shortbread worth savoring.
Remedy Hall
See Your Impact: How April Donations to Remedy Hall Are Changing Lives in Williamstown!
We’re thrilled to share a heartfelt video that brings your generosity to life. In April 2025, Wild Oats Market customers donated to Remedy Hall, a community-supported mutual aid center—and now you can see how those contributions are making a real difference.
New Vendor Fresh from Green River, Rooted in Regeneration
Fresh Local Regenerative Eggs from Green River Regenerative Farm Now Available at Wild Oats Market
Experience the power of regenerative farming with fresh, pasture-raised eggs from Green River Regenerative Farm—now available at Wild Oats Market in Williamstown, MA.
Northern Berkshire United Way
Netse, our GM, met Patti Messina from Northern Berkshire United Way to deliver a check for $1,690.05—donations from our June 2025 Every Penny Counts program.
These funds will support local families in education, health, financial stability, and community well-being across Northern Berkshire County and Stamford, VT.
Thank you for giving generously at checkout!
Berkshire Bounty
Every Penny Counts in Action!
In May, Wild Oats Market raised $2,240.63 to support Berkshire Bounty’s hunger relief efforts across Berkshire County. This donation helps provide fresh, healthy food to emergency programs such as the Williamstown Food Pantry, Al Nelson Friendship Center, and Berkshire Food Project. Amy delivered the check to Morgan, who shared it with the Berkshire Bounty team. Every contribution reflects our community’s commitment to food security, local action, and supporting neighbors in need.
Employee of the Month - June 2025
Congratulations! Way to Go, Tyler. We’re thrilled to celebrate Tyler as our June Employee of the Month!
Employee Of The Month
Congratulations to Josh, our employee of the month for May 2025 at Wild Oats Market!
Josh’s reliability, enthusiasm, and team-first attitude make him a true asset to the Co-op community. Whether he’s keeping our coolers stocked, displays looking sharp, or stepping up as a person in charge, Josh brings consistency, care, and initiative to everything he does. His strong attendance and willingness to go the extra mile don’t go unnoticed. On top of it all, Josh brings joy to the workplace! He'll occasionally put on a costume producing smiles all around! Thank you, Josh, for your outstanding effort and positive energy!
Member-Owner Appreciation Days - June 2025
Looking for a vibrant community market in Williamstown, MA? Wild Oats Market invites you to Member-Owner Appreciation Days from June 12-14, 2025, offering Member-Owner exclusive discounts where everyone can enjoy vendor tastings, meet-ups, and a Picnic for Two giveaway! Whether you're a dedicated Member-Owner or a first-time shopper, enjoy special savings, wine deals, and expert-led educational sessions and tastings from Second Chance Composting, Berkshire Immigrant Center, Northern Berkshire United Way, MYBacon and Berkshire Cider Project. Discover locally sourced organic products, bulk goods, and sustainable shopping in a community-owned co-op with over 1,800 members. Experience community, quality, and unbeatable benefits at Wild Oats Market—where good food and great people come together!
Meet & Greet Tasting Event - MyBACON
Calling all plant-based food enthusiasts! Join us for a tantalizing MyBACON Tasting event on Thursday June 12th from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Coop. Savor the deliciousness of freshly cooked, plant-based bacon that will redefine your culinary experience. This event is perfect for those who love exploring new flavors and enjoying innovative, tasty bites. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delight your taste buds with an unforgettable, plant-based bacon experience. See you there!
Williamstown Planning Board
Join us at Wild Oats Market to meet and greet with the Williamstown Planning Board to meet and learn.
Hop into savings this Easter at The Coop!
Wild Oats Market delivers guest shoppers some fun on Easter. Shop Easter Day, find an egg and use the savings while they last. Limit one egg per guest.
Patronage Rebate Reminder
Member-Owner Patronage Rebate Reminder: Redeem by April 15th, 2025!
Attention Wild Oats Co-op Member-Owners! Back in January, our Board of Directors mailed out important information regarding your Patronage Rebates for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024. If you’ve received your letter, don’t let this opportunity pass—redeem your rebate at the cash register when you shop before the deadline on April 15th, 2025. Prefer a check? Simply email Tierney Beck at finance@wildoats.coop or call 413-458-8060 to make arrangements. According to our bylaws, unclaimed rebates after this date will convert to taxable income for the co-op. Your participation strengthens our co-op community—thank you for your support!
Employee Of The Month
Congratulations to Sheri, our employee of the month for March 2025 at Wild Oats Market!
Employee Of The Month
Congratulations to Tabatha, our employee of the month for February 2025 at Wild Oats Market!
Berkshire Community Diaper Project
We are proud to announce our continued partnership with the Berkshire Community Diaper Project that supports good infant health care by providing diapers to 23 local food pantries and human service agencies in the Berkshire County community. Learn more about them by visiting this link.
Member-Owner Appreciation Days
Celebrate Member-Owner Appreciation Days at Wild Oats Market, March 13-15, 2025! Enjoy exclusive discounts, 10% off one full shopping trip, and a chance to win a corned beef meal for two. Everyone can join tastings, meet-ups, and wine discounts. Not a member yet? Join us to experience the benefits. Mark your calendars for this exciting three-day event in Williamstown, MA.
Learn more in the link below.