Free Regional Repair Event

Saturday, May 31st from 9am - 1pm

Free Regional Repair Event
Saturday, May 31st

The Franklin County Solid Waste District and the Franklin County Tech School are hosting the 1st annual Regional Repair Event on Saturday, May 31st from 9am - 1pm at the Tech School, 82 Industrial Blvd, Turners Falls.

Students, instructors, and local fixers will be on hand. Every effort will be made to repair your item(s). Antiques and heirlooms cannot be fixed at this event.

Bring:

  • Lamps and household electrical items
  • Wooden items like chairs and stools
  • Items needing to be glued
  • Knives (limit 2 per household)
  • Lawn mower blades for sharpening
  • Chainsaw chains for sharpening
  • Mending (sewing); darning; wool repair

Also!
Blood pressure checks
Tick repellant boot spraying (10-noon only)
Food by the Culinary Dept.

  • Sadie's Bikes will offer repairs that do not require parts. For example, adjust brakes, oil chain, etc. They will also provide instruction on repairs.

For more information, contact the Solid Waste District at 413-772-2438 or email fcswmd@crocker.com.

Visit franklincountywastedistric.org for updated information.

We may need to limit the number of repairs per participant based on the number of participants waiting for a repair slot. Fixers will do their best to repair items. Some items may not be fixable. Fixers and organizers will not be responsible for damages.

Posted: to General News on Thu, May 15, 2025
Updated: Thu, May 15, 2025

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