Kitchener-Waterloo Library of Things, repair volunteers and fabric and sewing studio Spool & Spindle are partnering to bring you a Repair Cafe.

If you have an item to repair, and would love to see someone skilled show you how to do the repair, then get yourself a ticket for our Repair Cafe pop-up to be held on Saturday Sept 28th, 9:15-1:00 p.m.

Learning to repair is priceless, but due to our talented volunteers' big hearts, this event is free!

Repair types available:

• Jewelry - ring troubles? Broken clasp? Beads gone bad? Bring in your jewelry pieces for some TLC

• Small household appliance and electronic items: 120V, and small enough that you can carry it

• Clothes repair - holey sweaters and other knits, torn trousers or ripped jeans, jackets needing patches...whatever it is, bring it clean.

We’ll also have a DIY repair station to learn basic skills like sewing on a button, using food-safe glue, and more.

Light refreshments available while you work :)

Bonus: $50/year gets you a LOT membership, giving you a whole lot of tools to do your own repairs + workshops like this to build your repair skills. Memberships also make great gifts!

FAQs

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There's plenty of parking behind the Extend-A-Family building. We are on several bus routes as well.

Please enter through the 91 Moore Ave front door.

What can I bring into the event?

Jewelry, or a textile item (sweater, trousers, jeans, etc.), or a small houselhold item/appliance e.g. blender, radio, lamp, electronics.

Textiles must be clean.

Appliances should be small enough to carry in, and 120V.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You can reach us at kwlibraryofthings@gmail.com

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes