Event Calendar
Check out our event calendar for upcoming tastings, workshops, meetings, and community events.
Recipe Swap Series: Kale
Join us for the second event in our winter Recipe Swap Series! Our second meeting will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 23rd, at Hole In The Wall Bagel Shop.
This recipe swap series will focus on exchanging recipes about one specific (abundant) ingredient each time. Participants are expected to bring copies of their recipe to share. Our second event will focus on using different varieties of kale as an ingredient in healthy and hearty home cooked meals. Light snacks will be provided during the event.
All are invited to attend, free of charge. Registration is required so we can email participants to tell them how many copies of their recipe to bring. Stop by or call the co-op to register, or sign up online:
February Board Meeting
Our February Board of Directors Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 25th at 6pm at Hole In The Wall Bagels. Good Tern Member-Owners are welcome to attend board of directors meetings, and we have a member-owner comment period at the beginning of each meeting.
Tea Blending Workshop
Join us at Hole In The Wall Bagels on Wednesday, March 5th at 5:30pm for a Tea Blending Workshop with Abi Morrison!
Good Tern Co-op Annual Members Meeting
Join us on Saturday, March 15th for our Annual Co-op Members Meeting!
Time: 10:30am-1pm
Location: Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland
Member-Owners of Good Tern Co-op are invited and encouraged to join us for our Annual Meeting of Co-op Owners, scheduled for Saturday, March 15th! This meeting will be located at the Rockland Congregational Church, 180 Limerock Street, Rockland.
The doors will open at 10:30am, with the meeting running from 11am - 12pm and a potluck lunch to follow.
Meeting attendees are welcome, but not required, to bring a dish to this community potluck. If you bring a dish, please also bring serving utensils and a list of ingredients so folks are aware of potential allergens. Please, no peanuts or tree nuts in potluck foods due to the risk of severe allergic reactions..
Join us to:
- Socialize with other co-op member-owners
- Hear updates from the Board of Directors and General Manager
- Share your feedback about the co-op
- Vote for the Good Tern Co-op Board of Directors
- Enjoy a community potluck lunch
Member-owners have a voice in how the co-op is run by serving on the Board of Directors, attending board meetings, joining committees, participating in and voting on matters at the annual meeting, and sharing feedback with the GM.
We have one open board director seat, which we will be looking to fill at this meeting. If you're interested in serving on the Good Tern Co-op Board of Directors, please reach out to boardofdirectors@goodtern.coop for more information.
Share your feedback, complete our member-owner survey!
Folks who complete surveys by March 8th will be entered to win a $25 gift card, and the winner will be announced at our Annual Meeting.
Grocery Shopping for Whole Foods
Join us at Hole In The Wall Bagels on Sunday, February 23rd from 2:30-4:00pm for a Grocery Shopping for Whole Foods Workshop taught by Valerie Robinson! More details will be announced soon.
Date & Time: Sunday, February 23rd from 2:30-4:00pm
Location: Hole In The Wall Bagels, 754 Main Street, Rockland
Cost: TBD
Gluten Free Sourdough Workshop
UPDATE 2/12/25: Due to the snowstorm expected on Sunday, this class has been moved to Saturday, February 15th from 2:30-4pm.
Join us at Hole In The Wall Bagels on Sunday, February 16th from 2:30-4:00pm for a Gluten Free Sourdough Workshop!
Learn how to make traditional sourdough bread using naturally gluten free grains such as quinoa, buckwheat, oats, brown rice and teff.
Instructor Valerie Robinson will demonstrate the simple and satisfying process of grinding whole grains and using them to make a gluten free loaf of bread that slices beautifully for toast, sandwiches and more. Save money and avoid filler ingredients found in many gluten free breads by making a wholesome, hearty loaf at home!
Participants will take home a gluten free sourdough starter, a recipe, and tips for making your gluten free sourdough journey a success!
UPDATE 2/7/25: Registration is full for the Gluten Free Sourdough Workshop scheduled for February 16th. Thank you for your interest!
Join the wait list or let us know you're interested in more Gluten Free Sourdough events!
Cost: $10 per person, or pay-what-you-can for materials upon registration.
Space is limited! Register online using the link above. Alternatively, participants can sign up in person at the co-op, or by calling 207-594-8822 .
About the Instructor: Valerie Robinson is a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, natural skin care formulator and homeschooling mother of two.
Born and raised in Maine, she graduated from the University of South Florida with a BA in Communication. Prior to becoming a mom, she worked at a variety of restaurants and wine bars, and performed various marketing roles for natural food stores. She spent time WWOOFing (world wide opportunities on organic farms) in farms throughout France, where she learned about biodynamic wine making, organic agriculture, beekeeping and creating propolis infused skincare products. She was also the lead field trip guide for Sweetwater Organic Farm in Tampa, Florida, demonstrating various aspects of organic farming to school age children.
After her first child was born in 2016, she enrolled at the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy and obtained her coaching certification in 2018. She has been involved in her local co-op for the past nine years, performing various roles such as social media marketing, editing the quarterly newsletter, email marketing, and hosting gluten free sourdough classes.
Valerie spends her days tending to her small homestead with goats and chickens, preparing home cooked meals for her family, coming up with new skincare recipes, making homemade kefir, and spending as much time barefoot in nature with her children as possible. Learn more about Valerie at wildhopebotanicals.com/about
Valentine's Day Wine Tasting
Join us for a Valentine’s Day Wine Tasting at the Good Tern Co-op Cafe from 4-6pm on Friday, February 14th. We’ll be sampling a red and a white wine, as well as a rose sake!
Community Talk on Backyard Chicken Keeping
Start Your Backyard Chicken Flock: Free Class and Community Talk
February 8th, 2025, at 2:30 PM at Hole In The Wall Bagels
Good Tern Co-op is thrilled to host the second annual backyard chicken class in partnership with Fern Hill Farm! This free event is perfect for anyone interested in starting a small flock of chickens—whether for fresh eggs, sustainable living, natural tick control, or simply for the joy of it. Clement Hill, owner of Fern Hill Farm, and Fern Axelson, animal caretaker, began their backyard flock with six chickens in Rockland three years ago through their own journey with health and sustainable living. Since then, they’ve expanded their operation to Thomaston, adding ducks, goats, rabbits and gardens. While not experts, Clement and Fern are proud of their hands-on experience in maintaining a healthy flock and are passionate about helping others feel prepared and confident to start their own. Attendees will gain practical insights, hear firsthand experiences, connect with other local chicken keepers, and have the opportunity to ask questions about keeping backyard chickens.
Class Highlights:
• The Basics of Backyard Chickens: Why and how to start your own flock
• Cost and Care Expectations: Housing, feeding, and daily maintenance
• Starting Decisions: Tips for breed selection, coop designs, and understanding local codes
• Seasonal Challenges/Health: Guidance on raising chickens year-round in Maine and common chicken first aid issues to prepare for.
Cost: Free and open to the public with registration
UPDATE 2/5/25: Registration is full for the Backyard Chickens Workshop scheduled for February 8th. Thank you for your interest!
Join the wait list or let us know you're interested in more Backyard Chicken Keeping events! We are considering holding regular meetup events for backyard chicken keepers and gardeners. If interested, please fill out the form below.
Snow Date: February 9th, 2:30-4 PM
Location: Hole in the Wall Bagels, 754 Main St, Rockland, ME 04841
Winter Skincare Workshop
Update: this event has been postponed to Sunday, February 2nd at 2:30pm
Join us at Hole In The Wall Bagels on Sunday, February 2nd from 2:30-4:00pm for a cozy and creative winter skincare workshop! Together, we’ll explore how to nourish your skin during the colder months by crafting your own herbal-infused oils and face serums.
During this hands-on class, you’ll learn:
The benefits of herbal infusions for skin health.
Step-by-step guidance on creating your own infused oil.
Tips for using these oils in your daily winter skincare routine.
Each participant will go home with:
A beautifully prepared infused oil to finish steeping at home.
A recipe card to craft your own luxurious face serum once your infusion is ready.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to create simple, sustainable self-care practices that honor your skin and the season. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Stop by or call the co-op (207-594-8822) to sign up.
Cost: $15 per person (sliding scale)
About the Instructor: Valerie Robinson is a natural skincare formulator, holistic health coach, and homeschooling mom based in Hope, Maine. She has a passion for creating gentle, non-toxic, handmade products using pure, earth-sourced ingredients and loves teaching others how to reconnect with nature through simple, nourishing self-care practices. Learn more about Valerie at wildhopebotanicals.com/about
January Board Meeting
Our January Board of Directors Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 28th at 6pm at Hole In The Wall Bagels. Good Tern Member-Owners are welcome to attend board of directors meetings, and we have a member-owner comment period at the beginning of each meeting.
Recipe Swap Series: Winter Squash
Come one, come all to the first event in our winter Recipe Swap Series! Our first meeting will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 19, at Hole In The Wall Bagel Shop.
This recipe swap series will focus on exchanging recipes about one specific (abundant) ingredient each time. Participants are expected to bring copies of their recipe to share. Our first event will focus on using different varieties of winter squash as an ingredient in healthy and hearty home cooked meals. Light snacks will be provided during the event.
All are invited to attend, free of charge. Registration is required so we can email people and tell them how many copies of their recipe to bring. Stop by or call the co-op to register, or sign up online:
Our second meeting will focus on kale, to be held on Sunday, February 23 also at 2:30pm at Hole In The Wall Bagels. Join us for one or both of these events!
Opening Reception for Fern Axelson's Winter Art Exhibition
Pictured: “Portal” by Fern Axelson.
Staff and friends of the Good Tern Co-op are excited to present the winter Gallery art exhibition featuring the watercolor works of Fern Axelson, on display at the Co-op Gallery inside Hole in the Wall Bagels, at 754 Main Street in Rockland. A reception, free and open to the public, is scheduled for Sunday, January 5, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend, to meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.
This exhibition reflects Axelson’s love for nature and her fascination with the small yet beautiful moments found outdoors. She is fascinated with the surreal energy of the natural world. A 25-year-old Maine-based artist originally from the Colorado mountains, Axelson creates joyful, vibrant, and dreamlike watercolor paintings inspired by nature. This collection is deeply rooted in her connection to nature and artistic practice, which she credits with sustaining her mental resilience during years spent homebound with chronic illness and disability. In addition to her art, she is a dedicated Good Tern Co-op working member and a local backyard homesteader.
If you can’t make it to the reception, stop by anytime through the end of March to view these works—and maybe grab a tasty bite to eat: Hole in the Wall is open daily 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. year-round.
For more information, contact Fern Axelson: art@fernaxelson.com
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit Hole in the Wall Bagels
Join us at Hole in the Wall Bagels on Sunday, December 15th from 9am - 11am for a fun and casual visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus. Stop by to meet this magical Christmas duo, and take pictures with the family!
Tempeh Tasting with Tootie's Tempeh
Stop by the Good Tern Co-op between 12-2:30pm on Friday, December 13th to sample some incredibly delicious, locally made Tootie's Tempeh!
Fall Swing Dance Fundraiser
Join us the Saturday before Halloween for a fun-for-all-ages swing dance and costume party at 143 Maverick Street, Rockland ME, to raise money for the Good Tern Co-op's recent refrigeration expansion.
Rockland Sunday Stroll
Mark your calendar for the last Sunday Stroll of the season. We’ll be celebrating Fall on October 20th! Main Street will be closed from 11am-5pm with most activities scheduled from 12-4pm.
October Wine Tasting
Join us in the Co-op Cafe on Friday, October 18th from 4-6pm to taste some "hauntingly delicious" seasonal wines with our Wine & Beer Buyer.
Good Tern Co-op Member Patti Luchetti leads a pumpkin painting activity at the October Sunday Stroll event, 2024. Mini pumpkins were generously donated by Bull Run Farm in Cushing.
Daeun from Kimchi Beyond Compare visits Good Tern Co-op to give out free samples of her traditional Korean, vegan and Baek kimchi varieties.
Kara from Maine Coast Sea Vegetables visits Good Tern Co-op to give out free samples of seaweed salad, made with their kelp and alaria products. She also gave out samples of their Kelp Krunch bars.
Dancers enjoy a salsa dance lesson taught by Heather Lynn Beers during Good Tern's Salsa Dance Fundraiser at Midcoast Strong, June 2024. Photo courtesy: Jim Dugan
Good Tern Co-op Members participate in Rockland's Harborside Cleanup, April 2024 Photo courtesy: Jim Dugan
"The Good Tern Co-op mural is located on the exterior of the building and can be observed from Route 1. Six talented youth artists from Oceanside Middle School designed the mural during a workshop in June of 2023. The finished wall and façade columns, which feature a colorful assortment of fruits and flowers, were painted in July 2023 by a team of over 60 community volunteers, ranging in age from 3 years old to 87 years old." Photo courtesy: Christy Monroe
Community members enjoy socializing during Good Tern's knitting circle, led by fiber artist and staff member, Jessamy Washburn.
Good Tern members represent the Co-op while enjoying the festivities in Rockland's annual Lobster Festival Parade, 2023.
Good Tern members and staff were in good spirits for Rockland's annual Lobster Festival Parade, 2022.