IC Repair's free fix-it event encourages repair culture at East Side Recycling Center

Happening on Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., IC Repair is hosting a repair event at East Side Recycling Center.

Anyone can bring a broken or worn item to get fixed or mended.

Anything from lamps to small appliances, for expert repair at no cost.

The volunteers, who provide a wide range of skills, focus on teaching guests how to make their own repairs with the hope of instilling more confidence and curiosity in repair culture.

Part of our goals is to shift people’s mindset to be more about repair and less about automatically throwing something away, said Jennifer New, one of the co-organizers.

Residents of Johnson County, Kalona, and Riverside can also take advantage of free electronic cord, cell phone, and battery recycling at the event.

This April event is just one of four planned for 2024, with future events scheduled for the third weekends in July and October.

Updates regarding specific repair experts and demonstrations will be posted on the IC Repair Facebook page. Questions can be sent to icrepaircafe@gmail.com