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
