Mahtomedi's Wildwood Library is throwing a fixer-upper's dream event come early March. According to the Washington County website, the Fix-it Clinic aims to breathe new life into the community's dusty and malfunctioning household items, welcoming locals on Saturday, March 2, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., barring any oversized items which you cannot carry – these are a no-go.
Designed to foster a culture of sustainability, volunteers will be on hand to repair a variety of items, including antique radios, camping lanterns, and even stubborn zippers on clothing — provided they're clean and dry. The event, the site notes, is a golden opportunity for attendees to dodge the bin and save some cash while they're at it.
For locals wishing to contribute more than just their broken items, the county's announcement extends an invitation to join forces with other "fixer" volunteers. Said volunteers get to share and hone their skills in soldering, sewing, and other repair work, all the while supporting the environment and the community's commitment to conservation.
Those handy Mahtomedians interested in volunteering can sign up by shooting an email to [email protected] or calling 651-430-6655, empowering themselves and those around them to beat the cycle of throwaway culture - one repair at a time. But remember, items like e-cigarettes and potential weapons are off the table, clearly outlined by the library's guidelines to keep the focus on safe and practical repairs.
With the event just around the corner, the Washington County website indicates it's more than just fixing what's broken; it's about building a sense of community, skill-sharing, and cherishing the value of what we already own above the alluring ease of the disposable.
