Event box
Capital Region Repair Café
- Date:
- Saturday, April 20, 2024
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 4:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Activity Room, Stedman Room
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- Format: In Person Special Events, Festivals, & Fairs > For Book Lovers Special Events, Festivals, & Fairs
Have a favorite lamp that won't turn on, a bike with a damaged part, a wobbly table or chair, or any other beloved household item that could use a little TLC? There's no better way to celebrate Earth Day than to rescue a broken object from being discarded! Come to the Repair Café, a joint project of the Library and the Town of Colonie Department of Planning and Economic Development, to connect with volunteer experts from our community who are excited to teach you the skills to fix items and extend the life of your prized possessions.
Sign in at the Check-In table. You will receive a number for the order in which you have arrived. ONE item may be repaired per attendee.
*Ages: All Ages
The coaching categories are:
- Electrical/Wiring
- Small Appliances
- WoodWorking
- Lighting
- Clothing & Textiles
- Bicycles
- Small Engines
- Blade Sharpening
- PLEASE NOTE: No microwaves!
During this event, you may pick up a preordered compost bin and/or rain barrel. Order yours online for a reduced price at https://capitaldistrict.compostersale.com/capital-district/
Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Flyer