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Free ‘Fix-It Booth’ Repair Services Return To Cottage Grove, Florence & Oakridge - 07/15/26

It’s summer, which means it’s repair season again.

 

Lane County residents with broken or damaged household items can once again take advantage of free repair services this summer and early fall through the Fix-It Booth program, sponsored by Waste Wise Lane County, a part of Lane County Waste Management.

 

Now in its second season, the Fix-It Booth program offers repair opportunities in Cottage Grove, Florence, and Oakridge. The program launched last year to expand access to repair services in rural communities.  

 

Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, which bring together multiple repair experts for a single event, the Fix-It Booth model features one repair specialist at a time. The fixers, focusing on one specific genre of repair, rotate bi-monthly, allowing for more frequent repair opportunities throughout the season. This approach provides residents with ongoing access to repair services while helping reduce waste and save money.

 

“Folks can bring in a wide variety of household items for repair,” said Mitra Gruwell, Lane County Fix-It Fair coordinator. “Bring bikes with flat tires, leather accessories, power tools, ripped pants, jewelry, small appliances, phones, and much more.”

 

Because each fixer specializes in different types of repairs, residents are encouraged to check the repair calendar before attending. Current schedules, locations, and repair specifics are available at fixitlanecounty.org/calendar.

 

Last year, approximately 100 residents—across Cottage Grove, Florence, and Oakridge—received free repair services from 16 specialized fixers. Nearly 90 items were successfully repaired, meaning they were diverted from the trash, and put back into use.

 

“Every item we repair is one less item sent to the landfill and one more opportunity to conserve resources, reduce waste, and save residents money,” said Angie Marzano, Waste Reduction supervisor for Lane County Waste Management. “Repairing what we already own is one of the simplest and most effective ways to build a more sustainable community, and we're excited to continue expanding these opportunities throughout Lane County.”

 

The program is made possible through partnerships with community organizations, including Shift Community Cycles, Lane Council of Governments, Florence Habitat for Humanity, Florence Farmers Market, Westfir-Oakridge Community Farmers Market, Upper Willamette Soil and Water Conservation District, and the South Valley Farmers Market, which provide operational, venue, and financial support.

 

In addition to the Fix-It Booths, Waste Wise Lane County will host its annual Fix-It Fair on Saturday, September 20, at BRING in Springfield. The City of Eugene is also offering Fix-It Booths throughout the season at the Lane County Farmers Market.

 

For more information, visit FixItLaneCounty.org/calendar or follow Waste Wise Lane County on social media.

 

About Waste Wise Lane County

Waste Wise Lane County—a part of the Lane County Waste Management Division—empowers residents, schools, and businesses with education, tools, and resources that can be used to reduce waste, conserve resources, and live more sustainably. For more information, visit LaneCountyOR.gov/wastewise.

 

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Free ‘Fix-It Booth’ Repair Services Return To Cottage Grove, Florence & Oakridge - 07/15/26

It’s summer, which means it’s repair season again.

 

Lane County residents with broken or damaged household items can once again take advantage of free repair services this summer and early fall through the Fix-It Booth program, sponsored by Waste Wise Lane County, a part of Lane County Waste Management.

 

Now in its second season, the Fix-It Booth program offers repair opportunities in Cottage Grove, Florence, and Oakridge. The program launched last year to expand access to repair services in rural communities.  

 

Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, which bring together multiple repair experts for a single event, the Fix-It Booth model features one repair specialist at a time. The fixers, focusing on one specific genre of repair, rotate bi-monthly, allowing for more frequent repair opportunities throughout the season. This approach provides residents with ongoing access to repair services while helping reduce waste and save money.

 

“Folks can bring in a wide variety of household items for repair,” said Mitra Gruwell, Lane County Fix-It Fair coordinator. “Bring bikes with flat tires, leather accessories, power tools, ripped pants, jewelry, small appliances, phones, and much more.”

 

Because each fixer specializes in different types of repairs, residents are encouraged to check the repair calendar before attending. Current schedules, locations, and repair specifics are available at fixitlanecounty.org/calendar.

 

Last year, approximately 100 residents—across Cottage Grove, Florence, and Oakridge—received free repair services from 16 specialized fixers. Nearly 90 items were successfully repaired, meaning they were diverted from the trash, and put back into use.

 

“Every item we repair is one less item sent to the landfill and one more opportunity to conserve resources, reduce waste, and save residents money,” said Angie Marzano, Waste Reduction supervisor for Lane County Waste Management. “Repairing what we already own is one of the simplest and most effective ways to build a more sustainable community, and we're excited to continue expanding these opportunities throughout Lane County.”

 

The program is made possible through partnerships with community organizations, including Shift Community Cycles, Lane Council of Governments, Florence Habitat for Humanity, Florence Farmers Market, Westfir-Oakridge Community Farmers Market, Upper Willamette Soil and Water Conservation District, and the South Valley Farmers Market, which provide operational, venue, and financial support.

 

In addition to the Fix-It Booths, Waste Wise Lane County will host its annual Fix-It Fair on Saturday, September 20, at BRING in Springfield. The City of Eugene is also offering Fix-It Booths throughout the season at the Lane County Farmers Market.

 

For more information, visit FixItLaneCounty.org/calendar or follow Waste Wise Lane County on social media.

 

About Waste Wise Lane County

Waste Wise Lane County—a part of the Lane County Waste Management Division—empowers residents, schools, and businesses with education, tools, and resources that can be used to reduce waste, conserve resources, and live more sustainably. For more information, visit LaneCountyOR.gov/wastewise.

 

Multimedia

Video and photos available at: https://laneco.sharefile.com/i/ibfb558b57854aa5a

 

NOTE: To access this shared folder, you must create an account. (1) Click the above link. (2) Fill out the form to send an activation email to your account. (3) Click on the activation email “Go to Folder” link. (4) Fill in the email and proceed to the page with the password. Click on the “Forgot password?” link. Send yourself a link. (5) In the inbox, click on the “Reset your password” link. (6) Create a new password. (7) Login.