ISU Repair Cafe
Volunteers will help repair broken items to give them a longer life cycle. If our volunteers are unable to repair your item, or parts are required, they can help you find a local repair shop. If you have replacement parts, bring them with you.
Under the overhang outside Parks library volunteers will fix bikes and skateboards.
In Parks 198 volunteers will fix
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clothing and backpacks
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computers laptops and small electronics
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Small appliances
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jewelry and accessories
The Repair Café aims to reduce waste, share tools and resources, teach basic maintenance, and help build self-reliance skills in our community. There is no charge for any repairs.
Questions? Want to volunteer? E-mail AmesRepairCafe@gmail.com.
Partners: Ames Repair Cafe, ISU College of Design departments of Industrial Design and Art & Visual Culture, ISU Office of Sustainability, and University Library.