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DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PortlandME" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PortlandME</a> - <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCaf%C3%A9" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafé</a>Free! Saturday, June 8, 10am - 2pm, Eldredge Lumber and Hardware, 145 Presumpscot St., Portland ME"Join us for an afternoon of learning and repairing while we reduce waste and promote sustainability in our community. Bring your broken household items such as small appliances, wooden furniture, bicycles, clothes, and more. Our team of skilled <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Fixers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Fixers</a> will teach you how repair them for free!"Think cozy coffee shop meets your dad’s workshop, meets your grandma’s knitting circle: a bright, bustling and inviting setting that has every tool for the job accessible to you and your expert volunteer. Yarn, nails, sewing machines, saws and hammers, etc. await those excited to take a stand against wasteful manufacturing practices."The Repair Café will feature designated workspaces for repairing small appliances, bicycles, textiles, and more. It will also be the home of comfy couches and sitting areas for those wanting to connect with like-minded community members. Need to fix your favorite sweater? Imagine someone guiding you through knitting a patch. Have a broken fan? There’s someone with electrical experience waiting for you at a workbench with all the necessary tools and parts. This is what we imagine the Repair Café can do for the community.Repair Menu - Bike repair/maintenance - Small electrical appliances - Furniture - Knife sharpening - Toys - Audio/Visual equipment - Smartphones - Textiles - Jewelry - Lamps - Vacuums - Clocks - And more!FMI: <a href="https://sustainabilityforme.org/repair-cafe/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://sustainabilityforme.org/repair-cafe/</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RightToRepair" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RightToRepair</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ReuseRepairRecycle" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ReuseRepairRecycle</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MaineRepairCafes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MaineRepairCafes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafesMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafesMaine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SouthernMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SouthernMaine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafes</a>

DoomsdaysCWSaw this on the news last night... More of this, please!<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SouthPortlandMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SouthPortlandMaine</a> hosts '<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairFair" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairFair</a>' to help extend life for broken items Community members were able to bring one damaged item to be repaired for free.by Leeann Stapleton, January 25, 2025 SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — "Dozens of people flocked to the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SouthPortlandLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SouthPortlandLibrary</a> on a chilly Saturday morning with broken or damaged items in hand to be fixed by some knowledgeable volunteers."The city held its first-ever 'Repair Fair' at the South Portland Library."With a limit of one damaged item per person, people brought anything from clothes to jewelry to electronics to woodwork and more, all to be fixed free of charge."Susan Parmelee is the sustainability program manager for the city of South Portland."She said one reason for the event is to avoid items getting thrown away when they could be fixed."'The city has a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateActionPlan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ClimateActionPlan</a> called <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OneClimateFuture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OneClimateFuture</a>, and a whole section of that is waste reduction. A portion of reducing waste is preventing materials from going to the landfill,' Parmelee said. 'So, if we can fix the broken items, then they're not going to the landfill.'"The lamp table had the longest line—at least for the first hour or so of the event."Parmelee said the city would consider hosting more of these repair events in the future, depending on how successful their first one was."The one-day event was held 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and coffee and doughnuts were provided for attendees."<a href="https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/south-portland/south-portland-library-community-repair-fair/97-7be08a47-4fbd-4143-8ed1-f6951162649a" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/south-portland/south-portland-library-community-repair-fair/97-7be08a47-4fbd-4143-8ed1-f6951162649a</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafesMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafesMaine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RightToRepair" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RightToRepair</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DIY" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DIY</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCaf%C3%A9" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafé</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FixIt" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FixIt</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BelfastMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BelfastMaine</a> Community Works "Our Mission: To be a shared space for makers, builders, and dreamers of all ages that enriches our community and encourages innovation, creativity, and connections throughout Belfast and beyond."Belfast Community Works is an enthusiastic group of volunteers dedicated to sharing and learning repair skills with the greater Belfast community. We aim to give new life to well-worn items as we strive to divert waste from the landfill and build community self-reliance. We do our best to repair broken electronics, housewares, appliances, clothing, and more!Belfast Community Works' <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafe" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafe</a>Build community - Save money - Keep stuff out of the landfill.Free event! All are welcome!<a href="https://belfastcommunityworks.org/belfast/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://belfastcommunityworks.org/belfast/</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RightToRepair" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RightToRepair</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafesMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafesMaine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Maine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Maine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DIY" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DIY</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCaf%C3%A9" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafé</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FixIt" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FixIt</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlannedObsolescence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PlannedObsolescence</a>

DoomsdaysCWFrom the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MaineDEP" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MaineDEP</a>: Reduce Waste with <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairClinics" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairClinics</a> A Community Guide to Organizing a Repair ClinicWhat is a repair clinic?A repair clinic (also known as a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafe" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafe</a> or <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FixIt" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FixIt</a> Clinic) is an event where community members get together to share knowledge and fix things. They’ve been described as an activity that is 'both for and by neighbors.'What do you repair?Depending on local expertise, items may include clothing, electronics, appliances, bicycles, furniture, and much more. Waste reduction starts with repairRepair gives old belongings new life. Repair clinics help your community reduce waste by making broken things usable again and keeping them out of the trash.How to get started• Locate and invite subject matter experts in the community • Recruit volunteers to help plan, organize, and get the word out about the upcoming repair clinic • Locate and gather appropriate tools and parts • See if hardware and bicycle shops or other local businesses can offer spare parts for sale or an expert volunteer from their staffFind the right venue• Libraries, community centers, town halls, faith centers, or schools are generally affordable, accessible, and familiar • The facility should have electricity with ample outlets to plug into, adequate space, tables, plenty of parking, running water, and bathrooms—a kitchen is a bonus if available • Donations can help cover repair clinic costsRecruit skilled helpScout out local electricians, carpenters, plumbers, metalworkers, furniture makers, tailors, and technical school students when recruiting volunteers. Experts can generate good publicity for their business or institution just by donating a few hours of time to share their skills.Get the word outVolunteers can help spread the word about the upcoming repair clinic. Hang fliers in the library, restaurants, coffee shops, town hall, and other favorite gathering spots, post notices on local social media groups, and tell friends and neighbors. Have contact information on all notices so people can reach out with questions or to volunteer.Set some guidelines• Visitors should do as much of their own repair as possible—they will learn a new skill and may even be able to pass it on to someone else in the future. • A repair clinic is not a professional repair business and volunteers and community organizers: - Have the right to refuse to repair something - Will not be held responsible for an unsuccessful repair - Will not be held liable in the event of an accident or injury • Visitors are responsible for their own stuff and must remove everything they brought with them.Legal and safety measuresPrepare a release form and ensure you have plenty of copies at the repair clinic for visitors to sign. Release forms contain house rules so visitors understand that not everything can be fixed, and organizers and repairers are not liable for damage or injury. Collect and store a form signed by each attendee. Some venues have public liability insurance to provide additional coverage for your event.Having a certified first-aid volunteer at the repair clinic adds another important safety measure.View release form examples at the links below: • <a href="https://repaircafe.org/en/house-rules" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://repaircafe.org/en/house-rules</a> • <a href="https://ppld.org/sites/default/files/policies/repaircafeguidelines.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://ppld.org/sites/default/files/policies/repaircafeguidelines.pdf</a> (link opens a PDF) • <a href="http://www.cvswmd.org/uploads/6/1/2/6/6126179/repair_cafe_house_rules.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">http://www.cvswmd.org/uploads/6/1/2/6/6126179/repair_cafe_house_rules.pdf</a> (link opens a PDF)Running the event—the basics • Accept donations to help pay for event costs • Coffee, tea, and snacks will be welcome—charge a reasonable fee to cover refreshment costs • Set up repair stations for different categories of stuff, each staffed with a repair expert • Have visitors check in • Ensure each visitor signs a release form and understands the terms • Direct each visitor to the appropriate repair stationAdditional resources for a successful repair clinic• The Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District Repair toolkit includes a detailed planning guide, a release form template, sample outreach materials and much more. - View toolkit: <a href="http://www.cvswmd.org/repair-cafe-tool-kit.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">http://www.cvswmd.org/repair-cafe-tool-kit.html</a> • Learn more about hosting repair events from the organization that started the trend, located in the Netherlands. They offer a repair café starter kit for a fee (name your own price). - Visit Repair Cafe website: <a href="https://repaircafe.org/en/about/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://repaircafe.org/en/about/</a>Source: <a href="https://www.maine.gov/dep/waste/recycle/documents/starting-a-repair-clinic.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.maine.gov/dep/waste/recycle/documents/starting-a-repair-clinic.pdf</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RightToRepair" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RightToRepair</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafesMaine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafesMaine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Maine" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Maine</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DIY" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DIY</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCaf%C3%A9" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafé</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FixIt" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FixIt</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlannedObsolescence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PlannedObsolescence</a>

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