Saturday, January 24th 2026 1-4PM at Mankato Makerspace 1700 3rd Ave, Mankato. The last items accepted 30 minutes before close. Events are first come, first served. No pre-registration required.

You must be able to carry items in — no oversized items. Feel free to bring any tools and supplies you think might help with the job; however, our volunteers have plenty of tools, so it’s not mandatory. Be prepared to wield a screwdriver, open stuff up and, hopefully, fix it! The following are examples of things that have been repaired at other fix-it events: - Accepted items - Clothing or other textiles Electronics (small gadgets, clocks, radios, etc.) Furniture (stools, ottomans, dining chairs, etc.) Jewelry Lamps Small household appliances (blenders, hair dryers, coffee makers, etc.) Toys Vacuums - Non-accepted items - Large items that cannot be carried by one person. Items with gasoline engines. Items needing a full zipper replacement (this repair isn’t available during the event due to time constraints, however some smaller zipper repairs can be done).

After helping hundreds of residents get their broken household items back in working order, the handy volunteers at Fix-It Clinics have gained some valuable insights into common repair issues. Here are some of their fixing tips: ⦁Don’t be afraid to take it apart. One of the first things to overcome is the fear of taking something apart. Remember, the item is already broken, so there’s no harm in trying to fix it. ⦁Items that seem broken often just need to be cleaned. ⦁You will need tools and some knowledge of how to use them in order to fix things. You don’t necessarily need a lot of specialty tools – a basic toolset can go a long way. ⦁Look for replacement parts. Many items stop working due to one broken part that is relatively inexpensive to replace. ⦁Invest in good-quality household items and consumer goods. Higher-quality items are likely to last longer, making them less expensive and less of a hassle in the long run. ⦁Consider the ability to repair an item when purchasing it, including how feasible it is to take the item apart and how well-made the components are. ⦁Some things that are broken may not be worth fixing. Make sure to properly dispose of these items. Search "Blue Earth County Recycling" or "Mankato Zero Waste" to find the latest disposal guidance.

​Thank you for wanting to host a Fix-It Clinic! In order to have a successful event, here are the things that your site will need: ⦁A large room that is well-lit. ⦁Tables. Ideally, six-feet-long tables with four chairs per. Smaller, round tables are fine, too, as long as you have large amount. The number of tables and surface space to work on is more important than the shape of the tables. ⦁At least eight electrical outlets. ⦁Wi-Fi ⦁A parking lot with at least 20 spaces. Please use the "Contact Us" form at the bottom of the website to get started!