UPCOMING EVENTS
Workshop: Fabric Baskets from Scraps
Learn to sew old garments or fabric scraps into nesting fabric baskets!
This project incorporates machine and hand sewing, participants are welcome to bring their own machine to use (we will have two machines to share). Various fabrics will be provided. Feel free to bring your own fabric scraps, fabric must hold a crisp fold when pressed.
Learn to Crochet: Reusable Cotton Rounds
Learn the basics of crochet and create a set of reusable cotton rounds—perfect for face scrubbies or toner pads.
We’ll guide you step-by-step through the foundational crochet stitches and share helpful techniques for crafting your own handmade pieces. Crochet hooks and cotton yarn will be provided, or bring your own.
Workshop: Reusable Gift Wrapping
There are so many ways to wrap your gifts in reuse. From buying wrapping paper at your local thrift store or creative reuse center, to repurposing maps and blueprints, to stamping your own. Or wrap your gift in a gift with a reusable fabric gift bag or wrap.
Come learn how to do all these types and more! Bring your gifts and get it all done at once in a festive atmosphere. Includes unlimited paper and one fabric wrap (more available for purchase)
Workshop: Can Tab Crafting
Learn the basics of crafting with can tabs! We’ll show you techniques for connecting them directly, with jump rings and with fabric. You can make jewelry, bags, lampshades, belts, clothing and more. Make one of our sample projects or come with your own inspirations! Come enjoy company and the satisfaction of making some gifts out of waste with your own hands.
Workshop: Troubleshooting with a Multimeter
Learn the ‘What’, ‘Why’, and ‘How’ of Multimeters, a very useful tool for testing and diagnosing electrical problems and equipment failures.
You’ll learn about Volts and Amps, and how to use a multimeter to help figure out how to repair a product, and keep it out of the landfill!
Novato Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
San Rafael Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Healdsburg Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here
Sausalito Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Petaluma Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here
Black Friday Craft Supply Swap
Join us at the Reuse Hub from 12:30-3:30pm on Black Friday for a craft supply swap! If you have craft materials of any kind that you're not using- fabric, yarn, paints, thread, etc- feel free to bring them to contribute. You never know what item you'll find that inspires your next upcycled art project.
We'll also be making star ornaments out of damaged book pages, a craft you can do again and again with scrap paper. We hope to see you there and spend some crafty time in community together!
Santa Rosa Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Petaluma Repair Fair + Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Rohnert Park Reuse + Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
The Reuse Hub Grand Opening
Join us for the Grand Opening of the new Reuse Hub - a central place for reuse in the North Bay! Come tour the new facility at the Petaluma Outlet Mall, explore the reuse resources, and sign up for upcoming reuse skills workshops.
Learn about Reuse Alliance and our programs including our upcoming Repair Fairs and how you can get involved. We will be open from 12pm - 6pm with lots of reuse activities and demonstrations happening all day and for all ages. Can’t wait to see you there!
SRJC Green Living Fair
Join us at SRJC’s Green Living Fair! We will be on the main quad at the Santa Rosa Campus of Santa Rosa Junior College from 3:30 - 5:30pm.
SRJC Fashion will be there doing textile mending and we will be fixing lamps/small appliances and bicycles. We will also be sharing information about Reuse Resources, the new Reuse Hub, upcoming events and how to get involved!
There will also be other reuse activities and resources on how to live green. This event is open to the public! Stop by and say hello!
Creative Reuse Centers Roundtable - Fall 2025
Join us on October 7th at 10am PST / 1pm EST for a virtual Creative Reuse Center Roundtable facilitated by Reuse Alliance. Connect with and learn from other Creative Reuse Centers across the country.
Because reuse is stronger together.
South Novato Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Santa Rosa Reuse Bazaar
Are you looking to part ways with a loved item, or in need of something for your home?
Come to the Reuse Bazaar!
Bring your items, or just shop (for free) from what others bring, to the Grace Pavilion at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds (1350 Bennett Valley Rd., Santa Rosa).
Bodega Bay Repair Fair + Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
San Anselmo Repair Fair + Halloween Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Marin City Repair Fair, Clothing + Book Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Reuse Hub Preview Party Petaluma
Join us on Wednesday, August 13th at Brooks Note Winery in Petaluma for a fundraiser and special sneak peek presentation of the Reuse Hub, launching in September 2025.
Come learn more about how you can be part of a movement that empowers our community to reuse instead of toss!
Clothing Swap + Mending Bar
Join us at the ICA SF on Saturday August 3rd for a Community Clothing swap and mending bar!
Bring an item and learn basic mending or find something at the clothing swap to practice on. We will provide tools, supplies and instructions.
And see the amazing exhibit Midnight March by Masako Miki while you’re there!
Point Reyes Station Repair Fair & Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Napa Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Fairfax Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
San Rafael Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
Creative Reuse Centers Roundtable - Spring 2025
Join us on May 27th at 10am PST / 1pm EST for a virtual Creative Reuse Center Roundtable facilitated by Reuse Alliance. Connect with and learn from other Creative Reuse Centers across the country.
Because reuse is stronger together.
Sonoma Repair Fair + Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed and participate as much as you’d like!
There will also be a Clothes Swap. Find all the details and link to register or volunteer here.
West County Fixit Fair (Forestville Repair Fair)
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair* your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself!
If you’d like to bring an item to repair, please register the item here . (Pre-registering allows us to prepare for your item!)
Knife sharpening will be available at this event courtesy of Cutting Edge Professional Sharpening Services. They will only be sharpening knives (no shears) and there will be a max of 5 knives per person.
There will also be a clothing swap hosted by Zero Waste Action - Sonoma County. If you’d like to volunteer at the clothing swap you can sign up here!
This event will also include food, music, and a resource fair!
This is a free public event.
*We cannot guarantee your item(s) will be repaired, depending on the existing damage or breakage, ability of volunteer fixers, and availability of materials for repair. Note we cannot work on microwaves and we can’t repair cell phones but we’re happy to refer you to local professionals who can.
Join Us!
Does fixing things sound like a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon? Or want to help out in other ways? We need you!
Email volunteer@reusealliance.org or sign up here to get involved!
Partners + Sponsors:
Windsor Repair Fair + Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself!
Sausalito Repair Fair & Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself!
Climate Ready Cotati Fair
We’re excited to be a part of the Climate Ready Cotati Fair with so many great organizations!
We will have a Repair Coach on hand to fix your things and you can learn more about our upcoming events!
See this link on the City of Cotati website to learn more.
Mill Valley Repair Fair
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself!
Novato Repair Fair & Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself!
2025 Virtual Reuse Roundtable
Are you a Reuse Practitioner? Join us virtually for a virtual Reuse Roundtable on February 11, 2025. We will be focusing on reuse legislation. Come network and hear from Kyle Wiens,Miriam Gordon, and Joanne Brasch about current and upcoming Reuse Legislation, how it will affect your work, and what we can all do to make it happen.
This event is free to Reuse Alliance Members and a suggested donation of $25 for everyone else.
Corte Madera Repair Fair & Clothing Swap
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair?
Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it's being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself!
South Novato Repair Fair
Mark your calendar for our first Marin Repair Fair at the South Novato Library. Details, volunteer opportunities, and registration coming soon!
Santa Riverboat Arrival Toy Swap
Watch Santa arrive by boat from the shores of Grand Central Petaluma Cafe. Bring the toys your kids have outgrown and trade them at the Toy Swap. Or just take a toy!
One of our amazing textile volunteers will also have an upcycling crafts for kids - repurposing old gloves into finger puppets.