We had a cluckin' good time visiting Bare Naked Birdies, one of our local poultry producers who are proving that a well raised chicken is a product worth investing in. Curious to learn more? Don't miss our Farm to Table article in The Union on Wednesday, August 5th.

🎒 Snack to School is in session! Join us for one last afternoon of summer fun at our Back to School Bonanza! Bring the whole family to sample delicious store bites, grab a free balloon animal, meet local community nonprofits and drop into the Auburn Community Room for a hands-on kids' recipe demo.

Good things happen when co-ops come together! 🍷 RALLY, a collaborative wine from Frey Wine, Ukiah Natural Foods Co-op and us, earned Silver medals for both its Rosé and Red Blend at the 47th Annual Mendocino County Wine Competition. To top it off, the RALLY Rosé also won the People's Choice Award.

😱 Safe to say this wasn't on our 2026 bingo card.   We were honored to hear BriarPatch recognized during a recent United Nations forum for the work we're doing alongside our community.

Scoop what you need, cut down on waste and stock up on ingredients that can do it all. This chocolate cherry almond overnight oats recipe is a sweet way to put your bulk buys to work. Find the recipe below, then browse more ideas at https://briarpatch.coop/recipes & stop by during our Bulk Sale!

Plastic Free July is great, but reducing waste shouldn't just be a summer fling Ditching single-use packaging is an everyday habit. Just bring your clean containers from home and load up on your pantry favorites w/o the waste. Enjoy 20% off all bulk section goods, July 24–31. Get those jars ready!

🏡 Everywhere you look, everywhere you go at Auburn BriarPatch, there's a heart and a hand to help.   Consider this your "Full House" tour. If you haven't visited our Auburn store yet, here's just a few of the reasons you'll want to. ❤️ #parody #briarpatchfoodcoop #grocery #coop #reel

🍑 The fruit is ripe. The vibes are high. Peaches, nectarines, plums and all other stone fruits are on sale through Tuesday, July 21! Grab your favorites before they disappear in a haze. #briarpatchfoodcoop #produce #sale #coop

This debate is for the dogs. Literally. 🐶🌭 Is a hot dog a sandwich? Drop your vote below, then help us feed local shelter pups. Every pack sold on Wednesday, July 15th = 1 lb. of dog food donated to Sammie's Friends for Grass Valley and Placer SPCA for Auburn. #briarpatch #coop #grocery #donation

No kiddin'. 🍋 This pint-sized entrepreneur is serious about lemonade, and so are we. Grab Santa Cruz Organic Lemonade for $.99 — July 15th and owners only. Limit 2, while supplies last. #briarpatchfoodcoop #lemonade #reel #sale #coop

Round Up for great causes this July! 💙 This month's Round Up at the Register recipients are: 🌿 Grass Valley: SPIRIT Peer Empowerment Center 🌊 Auburn: American River Conservancy Simply round up your purchase at checkout to help support these amazing local organizations. Every penny counts!

Stars, stripes and slightly different store hours for Saturday, July 4th! 📍 Grass Valley: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. 🥩 Meat & Seafood closes at 8 p.m. 📍 Auburn: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 🥩 Meat & Seafood closes at 7 p.m. See you before the BBQ begins.

Juneteenth is a meaningful day of remembrance and celebration, marking the end of slavery in the United States. Learn more about this important date by visiting https://nmaahc.si.edu. #juneteenth #briarpatchfoodcoop #grassvalley #auburncalifornia

It was a paws-itively amazing day! 🐶✨ Thank you to everyone who came out to Poocha-Palooza on June 6th. We had a barking good time hosting Sammie’s Friends, and we couldn’t be happier for the pups who found their fur-ever homes. Thanks for making it such a howling success! 🦴

A little change can make a big difference. 💚 Throughout June, your Register Roundup donations will support two organizations: 💛 Grass Valley: What's Up Wellness 🩵 Auburn: Sierra Foothills AIDS Foundation Thank you for helping us give back, one transaction at a time.

Proof that groceries can serve 🌈 Saturday’s first Nevada City Pride Parade brought out an amazing crowd, and we were thrilled to celebrate in full grocery glam with our community.  🧡 Thank you to everyone who showed up to support and thank you to Nevada City for having us!

Peak produce season meets First Friday savings 🌽🍑 Stop by Friday, June 5 for 10% off all fresh produce, meat and seafood. Freshness, flavor and a little extra room in the grocery budget. Everyone saves, not just owners. #briarpatchfoodcoop #grassvalley #auburncalifornia #grocery #sale

Big congratulations to our very own Community Engagement Coordinator Katee Gustavson (in yellow), who was named a CGA Rising Star by the California Grocers Association 🎉 This award recognizes emerging leaders making a meaningful impact across California’s grocery industry. Well deserved, Katee!

Whether you’re stocking up for a cookout, heading to the lake or just trying to remember if you already bought buns, here’s a quick look at our Memorial Day hours for Monday, May 25th 📍 Grass Valley: 7am–9pm Deli + Meat & Seafood close at 8pm 📍 Auburn: 7am–8pm Deli + Meat & Seafood close at 7pm

Every season has its marker 🍓 right now, it’s everyone's favorite...strawberries!  What is your favorite strawberry dish? Share in the comments. (Don't have one? Head to our website for recipe inspo!) #briarpatchfoodcoop #coop #fruit

“HUDDLE UP.” 🏈 We’re calling an audible on snack time. This Wednesday, May 20, select varieties of Que Pasa Organic Chips are headed to the end zone of flavor with a one-day sale that’s built for serious snack fans. While supplies last. Limit two per shopper.

CONGRATS to our elected Board Members 🎉🥂😍 The votes are in and we're thrilled to announce that Alana Lucia, Jonathan Collier and Lindsey Pratt have been re-elected to the Board of Directors! A big thanks to all our Owners who took the time to vote. Your participation keeps our co-op thriving!

🗳️ Last call, owners Co-op board voting closes May 15. If you haven’t voted yet, now’s the time to make your voice count in shaping the future of BriarPatch. Vote online at briarpatch.coop/get-involved/vote-2026/ #briarpatchfoodcoop #grassvalley #auburncalifornia #vote #coop #coopgovernance

Glamorous? Not exactly. Important? Absolutely. ♻️ A few weeks ago, we conducted our annual waste audit by literally sorting through one day’s worth of trash to see what could have stayed out of the landfill.  (1/2) #sustainability #grassvalley #briarpatchfoodcoop #coop

Fresh food, familiar faces and work that actually feels meaningful. 🌿   Working at BriarPatch means being part of a community-owned business that supports local farms, values its employees and creates real connections every day.   Apply at https://briarpatch.coop/careers

Reminder: BriarPatch Board Elections are open through May 15 🌿 Owners, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of our co-op. Every vote is part of how we grow and move forward together. Don’t miss your chance to participate—head to https://briarpatch.coop/vote-2026 to cast your ballot.

Mom deserves the best 💛🌸 We made it easy with thoughtful gifts she’ll love (and they’re on sale too!). Our Pick of the Patch Mother’s Day sale includes Choquiero chocolate, Rally wines, floral arrangements, greeting cards, Fat & The Moon body care and Wingfield Honey Co. Mother's Day? Handled.

At BriarPatch, community is always in season 🍎 This May, your apples help grow something good. Grass Valley purchases support a healing garden at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation, while Auburn purchases support Auburn Golden Gardeners and their community work. Grab an apple, give back.

🌿This May, round up at the register for the CA Native Plant Society, Redbud Chapter. They’re working to protect the native plants that make California, California. Wildflowers to pollinator habitats and everything in between. It’s a simple way to help local ecosystems stay beautiful and thriving.

Cinco snack break, anyone? 🎉 We’re doing an impromptu tasting tomorrow at the Grass Valley store, 11am–1pm. Swing by for Cinco-approved snacks and good vibes.