Community
CTC is a community powered, oriented, and governed co-op. In other words, this is your co-op! Optimize resources, community related news and events, and volunteer opportunities, and grow your connection with your co-op into one that serves you and our community best.
The co-op provides a variety of enriching programs and events for all ages. Check back frequently for new or changing details!
Within CTC’s vibrant community, you'll find many ways to get involved with connections through clubs, your community, and the world. Enrich your experience at CTC by immersing yourself in opportunities to explore your interests, develop skills, and build lifelong friendships.
Announcements
CTC FALL FEST IS COMING!
Fall is in the air, and CTC Fall Fest is right around the corner!
Grab your family, bring your chairs, and join us for an afternoon filled with food trucks, games, live music, activities, and community fun!
Saturday, October 3
12:00–4:00 PM
Commonwealth Terrace Cooperative
Come out and enjoy:
- Fall activities
- Games & friendly competitions
- Live entertainment
- Local artists & makers
- Food trucks & fall treats
- Prizes & raffles
- Community connections
- And more surprises to come!
Whether you're coming to compete, create, eat, dance, meet your neighbors, or simply enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon, there will be something for everyone.
CTC residents, students, families & friends we can't wait to celebrate with you!
SAVE THE DATE and stay tuned as we reveal more Fall Fest activities and vendors!
CTC FALL FEST 2026
Come for the fun. Stay for the community.
CALLING ALL CTC ARTISTS, CREATORS & MAKERS!
Hi CTC Community,
Are you an artist? A maker? A photographer? A crafter? Or simply someone who loves creating?
We know there is incredible talent right here within our CTC community, and this year we want to give you a place to show it off!
As part of CTC Fall Fest on Saturday, October 3, we're inviting CTC residents to participate in our CTC Artist Showcase & Makers Market.
Whether your creativity is a hobby, part of your culture, something you've been practicing for years, or a small business you're building we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for residents who create things such as:
Paintings, drawings & illustrations
Photography
Woodworking
Knitting, crochet, sewing & textiles
Jewelry
Pottery & ceramics
Cultural and traditional artwork
Handmade crafts & goods
Other creative work—we want to see it!
CTC Artist Showcase
Want to share your work but don't want to sell anything? That's perfectly fine!
Display your artwork during Fall Fest and let your neighbors discover the talent that exists right here at CTC.
If you're interested in participating, please complete the Fall Fest Vendor & Showcase Intake Form as soon as possible. Space is limited, and registration consideration is closing by Midnight September 20, 2026.
We can't wait to see the creativity and talent our CTC community has to offer!
Thank you,
Events
Free Ready-to-Heat Meals
Kitchen Coalition, an initiative of Second Harvest Heartland, will be offering free prepares meals at CTC for anyone who wants them on a weekly basis.Meals are produced by The Campus Club. Each week there will be two menu options available in single or four serving containers. Ingredients and allergens are listed on the package and will change every time. Meals are fully prepared; you just need to heat them up before enjoying!
Distributions:
- Every Thursday
- 12:00-1:00 PM (or until they run out)
- CTC North/Seasonal Parking Lot (off Commonwealth Ave)
Questions?
If you have questions, you can contact [email protected].Keystone Foodmobile
In partnership with the University of Minnesota and Keystone Community Services, the Keystone Foodmobile brings a free, mobile food shelf to CTC.This program is coordinated locally with the Nutritious U Food Pantry and is open to University of Minnesota students and their families, as well as members of the public. No one will be turned away.
Free Grocery Items
Participants may receive a variety of:
- Fresh produce
- Meat and dairy products
- Canned goods
- Household items
Please bring your own reusable bags if possible.
When
- Occurs monthly on the last Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (or until supplies run out)
Participants may attend only one Keystone Foodmobile distribution (or access services) per month.
Distribution Locations
Primary Location – Fifield Avenue (Zone A)
North Fifield Avenue Parking Lot near Commonwealth Avenue and Ward 3
Distribution will take place here if adequate parking is available.
Please avoid parking in Zone A spaces on Foodmobile days.
Back-Up Location – CTC North Lot (Zone B)
North/Seasonal Parking Lot near Commonwealth Avenue and Ward 1
If Fifield Avenue parking is unavailable, distribution will move to the North Lot.
Winter Weather Policy
Cold Temperatures:
Distribution will automatically cancel if the forecasted temperature is 10°F or below. Wind chill may also be considered. Because Foodmobile vehicles are not well heated, extremely cold conditions can become unsafe for staff, volunteers, and participants.
Snow:
Distributions are rarely canceled due to snow, but cancellations may occur if a major storm is forecasted before or during service.
If a cancellation is necessary, CTC will update event communications as quickly as possible. Keystone will also update its website, social media, and phone line (651-645-0349).
About the Program
The Keystone Foodmobile is a service of Keystone Community Services. Keystone provides and funds the food; Nutritious U helps coordinate outreach and volunteers to support the distribution.
Because this is a partnership with an outside organization, first-time participants may be asked to complete a brief intake form for reporting purposes (income range, Minnesota residence, and basic demographics).
- This form is optional.
- Participants may decline to answer any questions.
- Information is used for funding and service reporting purposes only.
We are grateful to our campus and community partners for helping expand access to nutritious food on the St. Paul campus!!
Office Closed (All-Day)
The office is closed October 12, 2026, in observation of Indigenous Peoples' Day. Please remember to obtain any services, such as placing a maintenance request, from the office before we close for the long weekend.
Visitor Parking Permits
Residents can self-administer Visitor Parking Permits online, as needed, through their RentCafe account under menu option 'Resident Resources.'
Maintenance Emergency?
In the event of a ‘critical' or 'high' priority level, or emergency situation (i.e. water leak, heat issues, smell of gas/smoke, etc.), please call 651-646-7526 and follow the prompts for our 24/7 on-call maintenance to receive immediate support during and after-hours.
Office Closed (+ Nov. 27)
The office is closed November 26-27, 2026, in observation of Thanksgiving. Please remember to obtain any services, such as placing a maintenance request, from the office before we close for the long weekend.
Visitor Parking Permits
Residents can self-administer Visitor Parking Permits online, as needed, through their RentCafe account under menu option 'Resident Resources.'
Maintenance Emergency?
In the event of a ‘critical' or 'high' priority level, or emergency situation (i.e. water leak, heat issues, smell of gas/smoke, etc.), please call 651-646-7526 and follow the prompts for our 24/7 on-call maintenance to receive immediate support during and after-hours.